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EGO Power+ LM2114 vs Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

EGO Power+ LM2114 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about Homeowners with flat-to-mild lots up to half an acre who want gas-level cutting power and EGO's large battery ecosystem. — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

EGO Power+ LM2114

4.6

$499as of Jun 7

The EGO Power+ LM2114 is the best cordless push mower under $500, the model reviewers reach for first. Its 56V brushless motor puts out 6 ft-lb of torque, matching a 140cc gas mower, and the included 6.0Ah battery delivers up to 55 minutes of runtime. Pro Tool Reviews and Consumer Reports both rate the LM2114 line highly, and the Gator mulching blade produces a clean cut. The kit lands around $449.

Strengths

— Brushless motor delivers 6 ft-lb of torque, gas-equivalent cutting power
— Up to 55 minutes of runtime on the included 56V 6.0Ah battery
— Premium Gator mulching blade gives a notably clean cut

Watch-outs

— Push-only; the self-propelled LM2114SP costs about $100 more
— Heavier than some rivals at around 62-80 lb depending on battery
— Single 56V battery rather than the dual-battery runtime of the Greenworks 80V

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Ranked #4 in Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled

4.3

$599.99as of Jun 7

The Greenworks MO48L4422 is the standout self-propelled cordless mower under $500. It runs on four 24V batteries for up to 70 minutes combined and adds rear-wheel self-propulsion that makes slopes and larger lots far easier than a push mower. Reviewers give the 48V PowerAll line a solid 4-star reception, praising the runtime and 4-in-1 versatility. At around $499 with all four batteries included, it is the value self-propelled pick.

Strengths

— The best self-propelled cordless mower you can get under $500
— Up to 70 minutes of runtime with the four included 24V 4.0Ah batteries
— 4-in-1 system plus bright LED headlights for low-light mowing

Watch-outs

— Uses four smaller 24V batteries rather than one large pack
— Heavier than push models at around 84 lb
— Sold mainly through Lowe's rather than Amazon

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How they stack up

EGO Power+ LM2114

The cleanest-cutting and most powerful push mower here, ahead of the Greenworks 60V 21-inch push and Greenworks 80V 21-inch push on torque and the premium Gator blade. It is push-only, so for hills the self-propelled Greenworks MO48L4422 is the better fit; the corded Sun Joe MJ403E is far cheaper but tethered.

Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled

The only self-propelled mower in this list, filling the gap left by the push-only EGO LM2114, Greenworks 60V 21-inch push, and Greenworks 80V 21-inch push. It trades some torque to those higher-voltage push mowers for self-propulsion and longer combined runtime, and it dwarfs the corded Sun Joe MJ403E in capability.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	EGO Power+ LM2114	Greenworks MO48L4422 48V Self-Propelled
Deck Size	21 in	21 in
Power	56V brushless, 6 ft-lb torque	48V (2x24V) brushless
Battery	56V 6.0Ah (included)	Four 24V 4.0Ah (included)
Runtime	Up to 55 min	Up to 70 min (combined)
Cutting Heights	1.25-4 in (7 positions)	—
Drive	Push	Rear-wheel self-propelled
Functions	3-in-1 (mulch, bag, side discharge)	4-in-1 (mulch, bag, side discharge, leaf)
Warranty	5-year tool, 3-year battery	—
Lighting	—	LED headlights
Coverage	—	Up to 1/2 acre

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