Head-to-head · Best Electric Lawn Mowers Under $500

Greenworks MO48L4422 21" Self-Propelled 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 MO48L4422 21" Self-Propelled comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about larger suburban lawns (1/4 to 1/2 acre) — read the strengths below before deciding.

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Greenworks MO48L4422 21" Self-Propelled

4.7

$499

The MO48L4422 is the best-overall pick — Greenworks' self-propelled cordless for lawns up to half acre.

Strengths

— Self-propelled — best for sloped or larger lawns
— 70-min runtime on 4× 24V 4Ah batteries
— Up to 1/2 acre coverage

Watch-outs

— At $499 just under the budget ceiling
— 4-battery system to manage
— Heavier than push-only 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 MO48L4422 21" Self-Propelled

Only self-propelled pick. Largest coverage. 4-battery system.

Sun Joe MJ403E Corded

Cheapest. Corded. Smaller deck.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Greenworks MO48L4422 21" Self-Propelled	Sun Joe MJ403E Corded
Width	21"	17"
Drive	Self-propelled	Push
Battery	4× 24V 4Ah	—
Runtime	70 min	—
Power	—	Corded 13-amp
Mulching	—	Yes

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