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Greenworks 80V Mower Reviews: My Crazy Experience

My Greenworks 80V Mower is a bit of an enigma. I love Greenworks and they make great products, so I am scratching my head a bit.

My 80V mower is a beast. Basically the same amount of power as my gas Honda mower with the convenience of battery.

But it also had a few problems. A battery that didn’t work. A really hard time trying to back it up when in self-propelled mode.

Today – I will break down our brutally honest (as always) thoughts about this mower.

How I tested out this Greenworks 80V mower

I got this Greenworks mower sent to me by the folks at Greenworks (they don’t pay us or anything). After assembling it, I went straight out into my yard and played with every function on it as I took it to my tall fescue.

I tested out the battery run time, the bells and whistles like self-propelled functions, how it did with my grass, and finally how it compares to my gas mower and other battery mowers I’ve used.

Basically, I put this thing through the dang GAUNTLET and documented it all on my YouTube channel – check it out!

Greenworks 80V Mower: Feature review

The Greenworks 80V mower is one of the most confusing I’ve ever reviewed. There are some features that are great and I really love. Then there are some that leave me scratching my head and wanting to ask Greenworks, “What were you thinking?” or “Did you even take this through quality control?”

It reminds me a lot of Thanksgiving dinner. We’re all happy to be there and enjoy time with family… but once I’ve been hanging around each other for a few hours, and my crazy uncle has had a few too many Miller’s, it just starts turning into nonsense.

That being said, the big question is if this one gets the TLR stamp of approval or denial. Without further adieu, here’s the review of the Greenworks 80V Mower:

Ease of use

Starting off with the ease of use, I really like the feel of this mower.

Most electric or battery powered mowers have a hard plastic deck, which can feel fragile and low quality. Greenworks chose a 21” steel deck, like most gas-powered mowers, making it much more durable. Because of the heavy steel deck, I never felt like I was being jostled around my yard as I was going over bumps divots while mowing.

I also like that it is featured with a cruise control speed setting. For some of our readers, this is a key feature if you have a hilly yard and want some assistance from the mower pushing up hills. It’s also great to go at a slower pace when I’m going through damp or thick grass to make sure I get a quality cut and prevent the mower motor from overworking.

As for the downsides… Greenworks is a great partner, but we’re not going easy on them. One of the most frustrating things about this mower was that the bottom flap on the backside would roll under the mower and prevent it from rolling backwards and the back tires wouldn’t roll at all. This caused me to pivot a lot more and tore up my yard in several spots.

Then there were several times where I would turn on the turbo button and it would cut off. I still can’t figure out what was going on, but it’s frustrating that a key selling feature wouldn’t work at all.

Power output:

I really loved the brushless motor on this. If you’re not familiar with brushed vs. brushless motors, brushed motors require a brush in the internal components of the motor to convert the energy from the battery to the energy in the motor. Brushless motors typically use magnets for this process. Long story short, it simply means there is less friction to convert the energy, which means less energy to produce power, less wear tear on the motor, and longer lasting batteries. Anytime I see “brushless” on a tool, it’s typically the better performer.

On top of that, when I hit the turbo button, this bad boy hits 3200 RPM!! Impressive for a battery powered mower, since that’s comparable to most gas-powered mowers performance.

Battery life:

Because this Greenworks battery powered mower has a steel deck, I anticipated the battery life would be lackluster. After all, it would make sense that more power would be needed to move a heavier mower. I was pleasantly surprised to get about 65 minutes of run time, giving it an edge over other brands like Ryobi Ego. This is one of the best run times for battery mowers. I have a little under a half acre, so this was plenty of run time for me.

If you have a bigger lawn the handles have an indicator to show how much battery life you have, which can help you plan out if you’re going to need additional batteries (I always like to grab extra batteries anyway, just in case).

That being said, one of the major downsides was that this mower is supposed to automatically switch to the second battery when the first one dies. That didn’t happen. I had to take out the battery, pop it back in, and restart the mower. So a key feature and selling point of this Greenworks mower was a total bust.

Price and value

When looking at any mower, it’s going to come down to the overall cut quality. When we combine ease of use, power output, battery life, and performance, the cut quality was top notch and I was satisfied with how my yard looked at the end of an honest day’s work in the lawn.

The price, at the time of this writing, is 629. Which can be on the pricier side of mowers, but it does come with a 4 year limited tool battery warranty. That can be a great perk, knowing that I am getting a tool that Greenworks will replace for the next 4 years.

Why we I started The Lawn Review

The reason I started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

What to look for when buying a battery-powered lawn mower

If you’re looking for a new battery powered mower, you need to make sure you understand what things matter on the mower. You will get hit with a lot of technical specifications and people throwing acronyms at you.

Below are my main criteria when buying a mower.

Battery-powered mower brand quality

Quality is going to be super important here. Just about everyone is in the electric mower game these days and there are a ton of junky mowers out there. Avoid anything from a weird brand on Amazon that takes 9 years to ship. It is probably being 3D printed in a Laotian bathroom. Go for brands that have consistent quality and FOCUS on the details, not just flashy colors.

Some brands I trust off the top of my head are: Greenworks, Milwaukee, Makita, Toro, EGO, and Kobalt. SOME Ryobi mowers, although myself and others have had some problems with reliability. Brand quality matters, but it’s also important to look at the specs on each.

Luckily, Greenworks is on this list so we are in good shape!

Metal where it matters: the deck

Most electric mowers are plastic-y. Probably to reduce the weight of the mower so that the battery can get you further, but it feels cheap. Make sure to get metal where it matters – namely the deck. The deck is the part that covers the blades. Don’t get plastic here – a rock can rip through it.

Battery interoperability.

A ten dollar word used here, but really just make sure to buy a mower with a battery that is compatible with other electric tools. You’ll see a bunch of these brands that have battery lines that work with a ton of tools. Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWALT are all great options because you can use them for all lawn tools AND power tools – saving you a ton of money on extra batteries.

If you have more questions, check out our guide to electric lawn mowers, where we break this down into a lot more detail.

The Greenworks 80V series is a good one – including their awesome blower.

Self-propelled or not

Self-propelled mowers are lawn mowers that slowly crawl forward when mowing the lawn. They propel forward the mower, taking off a lot of the “pushing power” required by traditional push mowers.

Self-propelled mowers are ALWAYS more expensive because they have the additional power and functionality that makes life easier. They have their place, but because of the cost can often seem not totally worth it

Our Review: Greenworks 80V Mower

Does this get the TLR stamp of approval?

Reluctantly, I’m going to give this a yes. Like 55% approval rating. Barely making the cut (pun intended).

Though there are some downsides (battery not switching, not rolling backward, turbo cutting off), I think the pros outweigh the cons. The battery life is top notch, I couldn’t ask for better cut quality, the steel deck made it easy to handle, and the warranty is a great add-on to make my money stretch for at least 4 years.

If you’re in the market for a mower this season, the Greenworks 80V Mower is a great choice and can be found on Amazon or at Costco.

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Alex is a lawn tool enthusiast who cut his teeth as a normal Joe lawn dad. After burning through expensive, fancy tools, Alex became dedicated to finding the best tools on the planet. He is now a leading expert on electric lawn tools, quoted in the Washington Post among other publications.

GreenWorks 25302 G-MAX Battery Lawn Mower Review

With the Rapid improvement in battery and electric motor technology, the cordless lawn mower category is quickly filling up with top quality products, and our testing of the GreenWorks G-Max mower has really awoken us as to just how good a cordless mower can be.

Not all that long a ago battery powered lawn mowers were nothing more than a gimmick, but with the latest jumps forward in lawn mower battery technology they really are now a serious contender if you are in the market for a new lawn mower.

Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. All opinions are our own we pride ourselves on keeping our articles fair and balanced. For more info see our disclosure statement.

Read on to learn more about why we think you should seriously consider the GreenWorks G-Max cordless mower.

See our review summary here or continue reading the entire post for the in-depth review.

Greenworks 25302 G-MAX 40v Review

Greenworks G-Max Batteries

One of the most frustrating things about battery lawn mowers is that they just always seem to run out of battery too quickly.

Well the Greenworks G-MAX 40V electric mower has found away around this frustration, and it really is such a simple solution.

Greenworks have been able to offer up to 70 minutes of run time  out of the G-Max 40v by using two batteries – at the same time!

It features a state of the art battery switching system, so that when one goes dead it automatically switches over the charged battery and you can keep mowing.

The batteries are of the Lithium-Ion type which means that you don’t have to worry about them building up a memory and losing their charge capacity.

There is one thing about the batteries that may be confusing to some people, the two included batteries are different. They both fit the Greenworks G-MAX mower, but they are different capacities. One is 2 Ah and the other is 4Ah. I’m not really sure why they did it this way, I guess it was a way to get the run time up to 70 minutes but keeping costs down.

Our only complaint when dealing with the battery system, is that the included charger only fits one battery at a time. This can be a bit frustrating if you do have a larger lawn to mow and you need to wait for two batteries to charge.

Battery specs got you confused? Check out our power tools battery guide.

Out Of The Box Storage

If you are worried about there being too much assembly of Greenworks G-MAX 40v Electric Mower out of the box, then don’t. The setup is relatively painless and you can have it up and ready to go in about 5 minutes. Then you just need to charge the batteries of course!

The mower has a mulching plug that is pre-installed, you will need to remove this if you don’t want to use the mulching feature.

The procedure to store the mower is fairly simple, the handle folds up quickly and easily and it stores away nice and neat.

The manual does recommend that if you are storing it for any length of time, you charge the battery at least every 2 months.

Cutting Power

The Greenworks G-MAX 40V Mower uses a twin blade cutting system, which we found are a great feature.

We also thought the mulching functionality was top notch, even when mowing over sticks and other items that fall out of trees – the twin blades make short work of it. With just grass, there are no visible clippings left anyway on the lawn.

A 20 inch cutting deck saves you time (and your legs) as well. Because it is a little wider than most of the other electric mowers on the market, so mowing your lawns will require less passes.

The single height adjustment lever means it is super easy to adjust the cutting height of your mower in one action. There is no need to adjust each wheel individually.

Feature – Auto-Throttle

The Greenworks G-Max has a built in autothrottle, which automatically adjust power to the cutting blades so the mower is not working harder than it has to. This maximizes battery run time and will also likely lengthen the life of the electric mower due to it not running at full throttle all the time.

In theory, this is a great idea. However, we found that the autothrottle can be a little slow to react when you hit a thicker or longer patch of grass. This meant that the mower would struggle for a few seconds until the autothrottle kicked in and powered up the mower. It’s more of an annoyance than a real problem, but it should be mentioned.

Alternatives

If you don’t think the G25302 is for you, then check out these popular alternatives.

Greenworks 80V MO80L410 Mower

If you are after a bit more power, then the Greenworks 80V mower is probably what you want.

This is one seriously powerful lawn mower. You can read our Greenworks 80v Mower review here.

SunJoe ION16LMCT Mower

If you are wanting something a bit cheaper, then the SunJoe cordless mower is a great alternative.

It does have a smaller cutting width, but it is still a great little mower.

Greenworks G25302 – Should You Buy It?

The Greenworks 40V range of tools are great, and the G25302 is no exception to this. It has all the features you need and most of them work really well.

It is also priced very competitively and will give almost any competitor a run for their money. You won’t be disappointed with this lawn mower.

• CORDLESS 20” LAWN MOWER – Get more done, faster, with Greenworks electric lawn mowers. This 40V push mower provides the power you need with up to 45 minutes of run-time on a fully charged 4.0Ah and 2.0Ah battery.Brushless motor : No
• LIGHTWEIGHT, EASY TO USE – a lightweight 20” cutting deck allows for easy maneuvering through small to medium yards (up to ½ acre) more efficiently
• TWIN BLADES. offer better cut quality, superior mulching, and bagging capabilities
• AUTO SWITCH / Smart CUT TECHNOLOGY – dual battery ports with auto switch allows for uninterrupted mowing. Smart cut technology adjusts for power or runtime based on the thickness of your grass
• MAINTENANCE FREE – This walk behind lawn mower is virtually maintenance free, with no gas, no oil, and no emissions. It starts instantly and is quiet, but delivers gas-like power for your toughest projects

Greenworks Electric Mower Won’t Start (Fixed)

It’s frustrating when your Greenworks electric mower won’t start.

You know you plugged it in and you can hear the engine trying to turn over, but for some reason, it just won’t catch.

Before you do, you should try the things we have written in this blog post.

How to Fix Greenworks Electric Mower Won’t Start

If you have a Greenworks electric mower that won’t start, these are a few things you can do to try and fix the problem.

Corded Greenworks Mower

If you have a corded Greenworks mower then try the fixes written below.

Check the cord

If you are using a corded Greenworks lawn mower, then you will need to inspect the cord.

Like most other electric mowers, the Greenworks lawn mower does not come with a manufacturer-provided cord. You will need to provide your own extension cord.

The cord should be a standard 16-gauge grounded cord and free of any cuts or other visible damage.

Also, check the prongs on the male end and the female end for damage.

Lastly, check the male end on the mower itself.

Check the Outlet and Breaker

If your Greenworks mower is not starting, check its outlet and breaker. To check the outlet, plug in another item from the same wall outlet.

If there’s no power at the outlet, then you’ve probably identified the issue. It could be a loose wire, a bad outlet, or a tripped breaker.

Check one after another until you find the problem.

Inspect Motor Control Switch

The motor control switch is responsible for turning the mower’s engine on and off. If it is not functioning correctly, the engine may not start.

Maybe your Greenworks mower is also not turning on due to this problem.

So you should check the motor control switch. In order to inspect the motor control switch, you will need to remove the cover of the mower.

On some models, this can be done by unscrewing a few screws. On others, you may need to remove a panel or two.

Once the cover is removed, you should be able to see the motor control switch. Inspect it closely to see if there is any damage or if it looks like it is not working properly.

If it does not appear to be functioning correctly, you may need to replace it.

Battery-Powered Greenworks Mower

If you have a battery-powered mower then you should try these fixes.

Check Battery

If your battery is not starting your Greenworks mower, there are a few things you can do to inspect it.

First, look for any kind of visual damage or leaks. Also, check the battery light to ensure it does indicate a charge.

If it doesn’t, that might be why your mower isn’t starting.

Another thing you can do is test the battery. If it’s not showing a charge even though everything else looks good, that might be the problem.

If you’re still having trouble, it might be time to replace the battery. Fortunately, batteries for Greenworks mowers are widely available and relatively easy to install.

With a new battery, your mower should start right up.

Check the Charger of the Mower

When inspecting the charger of your Greenworks mower, you should look for any signs of damage.

This includes broken wires, charred insulation, and melted plastic. If you find any of these things, the charger should be replaced.

You should also check the outlet to make sure it is properly plugged in. If it’s not, that could be why the mower isn’t charging.

Finally, you should inspect the breaker to make sure it hasn’t tripped. If it has, resetting it should get the mower up and running.

Inspect the Ignition Switch and Motor

If you’ve checked the battery and charger and they’re both in good condition, then it’s time to start looking at other possible issues with the mower.

One of the first things you should check is the Start switch. If it’s not working properly, then the mower won’t start.

You can test the switch by trying to start the mower in different ways. For example, if you can hear the motor trying to start but it doesn’t actually turn on, then the switch is likely defective.

Another sign that the switch might be bad is if the engine keeps trying to start even after you let go of the Start switch.

If you’re sure that the switch is bad, you can replace it fairly easily.

The same goes for the motor – if it’s not working properly, you can replace it yourself or take it to a repair shop.

Return Mower

Greenworks offers a 4-year warranty on all of its mowers.

So, if none of the things seems to work or the repair man also said it won’t start then you should return it.

In order to return your mower under warranty, you will need to contact Greenworks customer service.

How do I start a Greenworks lawn mower?

To start a Greenworks lawn mower, first make sure that the fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean gasoline.

Next, check the oil level and add more if necessary.

Finally, locate the starter cord and pull it firmly until the engine starts.

How long does a battery last on a Greenworks lawn mower?

The answer depends on the model of the Greenworks lawn mower you have.

Some models can run for up to 45 minutes on two fully charged 4.0 Ah batteries, while others may only get around 20 minutes of runtime per charge.

Can Greenworks mower run on one battery?

No, the Greenworks mower requires two batteries to operate.

This is because the mower’s blades are powered by a brushless motor, which is more energy-efficient and durable than a traditional brushed motor.

However, this means that the mower needs two batteries to provide enough power for the blades to rotate.

If you only have one battery, the mower will not be able to operate.

Conclusion

After reading through all of the possible reasons why your Greenworks electric mower won’t start, we hope you were able to narrow down the problem and find a solution.

If not, we suggest taking it to a qualified repair person or taking advantage of Greenworks’ customer service.

Greenworks has a great reputation for manufacturing quality products and for standing behind them, so we’re confident they’ll be able to help you get your mower up and running again.

I’m David man behind Lawn Mowerly; I’ve been dealing with lawnmowers and Tractors with my father since I was a kid. I know every make and model and what each one is capable of and love helping people find the perfect lawn mower for their needs.

Greenworks Lawn Mower Problems

The Greenworks lawn mower is stylish and pleasant aesthetically. It has so many unique features which make it strikingly outstanding. For starters, it has no spark plug like many other lawn mowers. However, being a mechanical system, the lawn mower has its own fair share of shortcomings. A just consideration of these problems will help users in appreciating how to circumvent them should they arise.

Not Starting

When the Greenworks lawn mower does not start it is usually evident that power is lacking. Since there are manual and electrical lawn mowers of this kind check to see if the cord is securely plugged in or if the battery is inserted as it should. For those models with the key then put it in and for those models without the key push the button and observe if the mower can start. If not then it points to some other problems.

Reconnect the cord and use the cord restraint to keep the cord close to the switch of the lawn mower. If the extension cord is not connected to the power source connect it to a live 120V AC, 60 HZ AC receptacle.If this does not help check the control switch.If it turns out that this lawn mower’s control switch is the problem because it is broken or malfunctional then you should have the motor control switch replaced. Procedurally, an authorized service centre shouldattend to this unless you are confident you can handle this.

A good test of the battery to see if it’s working well is to place it on the charger. If the light turns green then it means it is alright. If it does not then it points to an error somewhere within the lawn mower. It should be noted that the Lithium-Ion batteries used by most Greenworks lawn mowers maintain most of their charge for a long time in storage and also have in most instances a warrant of two years. If the battery is to be put to storage it will be advisable to charge it to at least half its storage power.

Uneven Cuts

Inasmuch as the Greenworks lawn mower performs a good job when cutting lawn it can sometimes produce uneven cuts. One of the possible causes of this is that the lawn itself might be uneven or it might be rough. At other times uneven cuts may be a result of the cutting height of the lawn which might not be set properly.

If the lawn is rough or uneven the problem of the Greenworks lawn mower in this regard can be corrected by checking the mowing area to identify what to expect and thus inviting the type of maneuvering the machine needs to undergo. However, if the problem is about an incorrect height adjustment, there will be a need to re-adjust the wheels to a higher position.

No Proper Mulching

If lawn is mowed when the ground is wet or too soft this may cause the Greenworks lawn mower to not mulch properly. This happens because wet grass usually sticks to the underside of the deck of the lawn mower. Identify and establish if the Greenworks is not mulching much or if it is not mulching at all. If it is not mulching at all the problem might be that there will be no mulch plug inserted at all. Should this be the case, then insert it in.

When the ground is muddy or too soft the Greenworks lawn mower won’t evenly mow the grass. A solution to this will be to cut the grass when it is dried up.Sometimes if the mowerhas a full bag of clippings it will make the mower much harder to push thus resulting in the inability to mulch well. Proper mulching can be attained by correctly adjusting the height of the deck especially if the grass is tall and tough.

Blunt Blades

At times the Greenworks lawn mower might operate with not so sharp blades. This is usually because when the lawn mower comes from the manufacturers the blades won’t be very sharp.

The blunt blades might produce no grass cuts on certain types of grass.The lawn mower might tear the grass instead of cutting it because of blunt blades.

The solution here is to sharpen the blades on the brand new machine blades as soon after arrival from the selleras possible. This will be helpful in producing the desired grass cut. The use of a metal file to sharpen the blade or cutting edges will greatly assist. A grinder can be used as a fast tool for this job as well. This process of sharpening the blades will have to be repeated time and again to ensure that the blades are as effective as they should be. Some Greenworks lawn mower users keep two blades which they swap time and again. When one is on the lawn mower the other will be ready for sharpening or will be by a workshop waiting for sharpening.

Vibration At Higher Speed

When the Greenworks lawn mower produces vibration at higher speeds you should turn it off and disconnect it from the power source. The vibration normally comes in the form of shaking and unusual noises. Once vibration at higher speed is experienced you should make the mower lie on its side and check underneath it. A bent motor shaft causes vibration at a higher speed and this could be the reason for this anomaly. If this is the case then readjust the shaft so that it is properly aligned.

Sometimes this vibration might be a result of a damaged blade. If this is the case then a replacement with a properly orchestrated blade will do. At other times however, this problem of the Greenworks mower might result from an unbalanced blade. You will need to remove the blade and thoroughly check it. One way of checking it is put it on a conical plastic balancer which is usually obtained from your local lawn and garden centre. This enables you to easily identify the area with excessive sharp edge. Faced with this kind of scenario you will need to sharpen or file the blade so that it is well balanced.

In case that the blade of this mower has been mounted wrongly and in some cases this will be upside down, it will need to be unmounted and correctly mounted. At other times though rare it is, the blade might actually be bent or seriously damaged that a replacement with a new one would be the option to consider.

Final Words

Greenworks lawn mowers are very good mowers for they do a brilliant job. They are easy to operate and are also easy to understand. Generally speaking many users seem satisfied with how they operate as they get the basics of tasks accomplished very well. However, Greenworks lawn mowers also have problems like many other contemporary machines.Be that as it may, these problems don’t disqualify them from being brilliant tools all the same.

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