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Greenworks 80V 21" Push Mower vs Sun Joe MJ403E Corded

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" Push Mower comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about medium yards where power matters more than self-propel — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

Greenworks 80V 21" Push Mower

4.6

$480

The 80V 21" Push is the power-per-dollar pick — Greenworks' 80V class with gas-equivalent torque at $480.

Strengths

— 80V brushless motor — gas-equivalent power
— 160cc gas-engine equivalent claim
— Quieter than gas

Watch-outs

— Push mower (not self-propelled)
— Battery sold separately at some retailers
— Heavier than 40V mowers

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Ranked #5 in Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

Sun Joe MJ403E Corded

4.5

$150

The MJ403E is the corded value pick — Sun Joe's 17" corded mower at $150. Best for small yards near outlets.

Strengths

— Cheapest electric mower under $500
— 17" deck with 13-amp motor
— No battery to manage

Watch-outs

— Corded — cord management for whole-yard mowing
— Smaller 17" deck
— Less power for tall grass

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How they stack up

Greenworks 80V 21" Push Mower

Gas-equivalent power. Push only. 80V class.

Sun Joe MJ403E Corded

Cheapest. Corded. Smaller deck.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Greenworks 80V 21" Push Mower	Sun Joe MJ403E Corded
Width	21"	17"
Power	80V brushless	Corded 13-amp
Drive	Push	Push
Equiv	160cc gas	—
Mulching	—	Yes

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