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Greenworks 80V 21-Inch Push Mower vs Sun Joe MJ403E

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

Greenworks 80V 21-Inch Push Mower comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.4 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about Value-focused buyers who want the most cordless power-per-dollar in a push mower for flat-to-moderate lots up to half an acre. — read the strengths below before deciding.

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Greenworks 80V 21-Inch Push Mower

4.4

$599.99as of Jun 7

The Greenworks 80V 21-inch push mower (GLM801602) is the high-voltage value pick, typically around $398 with battery and charger. Its 80V brushless motor and up to 60 minutes of runtime give it strong power and endurance for a push mower, and easylawnmowing scored it 95/100. The trade-offs are 3-in-1 (no dedicated leaf mode) functionality and push-only operation, but for power-per-dollar it is a standout.

Strengths

— 80V brushless motor is the highest-voltage push mower here
— Up to 60 minutes of runtime on the included 4.0Ah battery
— Strong value, typically around $398 with battery and charger

Watch-outs

— 3-in-1 functionality (no dedicated leaf mode like the 60V)
— Push-only; no self-propulsion at this price
— Heavier feel than the 60V push at around 60 lb

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Sun Joe MJ403E

4.3

$169.99as of Jun 7

The Sun Joe MJ403E is the budget corded pick, typically around $150-185, the cheapest mower in this list by far. Its 13-amp motor and 17-18 in deck handle small yards well, and being corded means unlimited runtime with no battery to recharge. It is rated 4.3/5 by owners and is light and easy to handle, but the cord limits range to small lots and some buyers note durability concerns.

Strengths

— By far the cheapest mower here, typically around $150-185
— Corded means unlimited runtime, never stops to recharge
— Lightweight at 31.5 lb, the easiest mower here to push and store

Watch-outs

— Tethered to an outlet; limited to within 100 ft and a small yard
— Smaller 17-18 in deck means more passes on larger lawns
— Some owners report durability concerns over time

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How they stack up

Greenworks 80V 21-Inch Push Mower

The highest-voltage push mower here, with more headroom than the Greenworks 60V 21-inch push and runtime that rivals it, at a similar low price. It is push-only like the EGO LM2114 (which has the premium Gator blade and ecosystem edge), and for self-propulsion the Greenworks MO48L4422 is the pick. Far more capable than the corded Sun Joe MJ403E.

Sun Joe MJ403E

The budget and corded outlier, a fraction of the price of the cordless EGO LM2114, Greenworks 60V 21-inch push, Greenworks 80V 21-inch push, and self-propelled Greenworks MO48L4422. It trades their cordless freedom, larger decks, and power for unlimited runtime and the lowest price, making sense only for small lots near an outlet.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Greenworks 80V 21-Inch Push Mower	Sun Joe MJ403E
Deck Size	21 in	17-18 in
Power	80V brushless	13-amp corded
Battery	80V 4.0Ah (included)	—
Runtime	Up to 60 min	Unlimited (corded)
Cutting Heights	1.375-4 in (7 positions)	0.98-2.87 in (7 positions)
Drive	Push	Push
Functions	3-in-1 (mulch, bag, side discharge)	—
Warranty	4-year tool and battery	2-year
Bag	—	12-gallon rear
Weight	—	31.5 lb

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