Lawn mowers & tractors

Our top picks mulched and bagged impressively and were at least good at side-discharge. Plus they're from reliable brands (where data are available).

You control most zero-turn mowers with a pair of levers—pushing one forward causes the mower to turn in place. They also have nimble handling and higher top speeds than tractors.

Before choosing a lawn mower, decide on a type that matches your mowing needs and budget.

Check our recommendations for high-scoring models that blend performance and value.

Our ratings of battery riding mowers includes scores for charge time and run time, in addition to handling, side discharge, mulching, and more.

These models autonomously trim your lawn. But our Ratings score each model's performance, convenience, and safety, among other important attirbutes.