EGO Z6 Electric Lithium Zero Turn Riding Lawn Mower | How Much Does It Cost To Cut Grass?

[@lawn2learn]

I enjoyed the actual use and info on this mower. Thnx 👊🏼

[@RBallarddesigns]

The electric mowers are great for those smaller yards. The guy I got my micro car from actually bought an electric mower back in the 70s. Still uses it today. It’s pretty cool.

[@paulherring8959]

Only problem: Those 10ah batts cost $500 CURRENTLY. So if they start losing their charge holding capacities outside of the 4 (5?) year warranty that's the REAL bullet you're facing. I'd like to know whether that warranty contains pro rating or some other out for Ego to escape replacement obligations. But outside of the warranty period you could be shelling out $1500 at a minimum to replace just the 3 you used in this video. That said I'd still love to own one of these battery powered units but I've got some fairly serious slopes so the Cub Cadet ZTS1 with 4 wheel steerage is likely my next lawn mower.

[@Gamerz00760]

I figure I pay less than 10cents at 5 cents a kwh & charger rated 1600watts 1hr roughly to charge for my 1 acre. No oil changes, no belts, no air filter, no fuel filter, quiet, no sacrificing blade speed & mowing speed or power for tall grass. What's not to like? Cost, sliding on hills, feeling like you're on the clock with battery vs gasoline (I recommend 52" for 1 acre with any hills/breaks in the land, obstacles, I'd like to upgrade...kinda late though). If mine was square & flat that would be fine, I added 2 extra batteries, nearly same price as 52" once bought separately. I literally shouldn't of cut corners on price for needs, but didn't expect batteries to drain so low on the initial 4, I bought extra to better balance the load & hopefully expand lifespan of the batteries.

[@tipsypenguin]

I've had an electric push mower for 6 years. Still works great. Would love to have a rider but they are so expensive.

[@Fentertainment]

Tell me about it! This belongs to one of my neighbors and I wanted to try it out. I still have my freebie craftsman gt tractor but maybe i need to do a conversion for a lawnmower.

[@rgamore]

EXPENSIVE and more so when the batteries need to be replaced. Hope you don't have any electrical BLACK-OUTS!

[@Fentertainment]

@@rgamore I respect that, Its not mine. So if this was the same price as gas lawn mowers would you be down? I hope you have gas if we have electrical black outs because the pumps wont work either! It would be crazy to say you could charge this with solar.

[@tipsypenguin]

The batteries are expensive but I haven't had any problems with mine. I charge them every time after I mow and they hold a charge great. They are always fully charged in the spring after sitting all winter.

[@Fentertainment]

@@tipsypenguin I think the batteries are using 18650 cells but not sure which ones. I think majority of the battery cost is branding of the case and name. Have you thought of using solar to charge the mower?

[@veryprettygirlswithhairyar8497]

Already own EGo Push Mower. Awesome

[@bud6681]

I have the property to put one to use and there are almost no downsides to them other than the initial cost which is insane. Dealing with the storage of fuel, finding ethanol free fuel, gummy carbs, belts, noise etc are all enough to consider one… if you could finance it like a car lol. And if you could keep a solar charger on it, you’d probably have enough time between cuts to basically keep it charged for free. Interesting. BTW, need recommendations on a DS series cart upgraded motor if you could contact me. Thanks! Great content as always!

[@nathandingman6846]

Ego power station is capable of solar charging but max solar panel is 200 watts. I have this set up works good.

[@nathandingman6846]

U can save a lot of battery if u lower the blade speed. I understand that the grass is tall so u need to keep it on high. If u hlod down the plus button there is a turbo blade speed too

[@tehansen1890]

Personally i would have mulched the first yard instead of side shutting it. I love my Z6 and so do my clients!

[@ericdolby1622]

I feel like the cost of these and EV cars to this planet is severely understated.

[@johnmcmanus123]

I like battery lawn equipment .All mine is Battery right now. But its a small lot. I'm moving and the lot its huge compared to what I have now. As these lawnmowers go up in size they more then triple the price. This Ego Z6 looks great but for that price I can get the same HP ratting gas mower and have gas for at least 8 years or more to match the price of the battery ego Z6 and then there is the price to replace the batteries after 3 years of use

[@jamesclark7248]

My EGo brush cutter, chain saw and self propelled push mower have been great so far. No issues at all. Im interested in a zero turn. Has anyone done a life cycle cost comparison between the EGo and comparable gas powered zero turn mowers?

[@fwflyer78]

I like the concept. Be good to see long term how reliable these mowers are.

[@Fentertainment]

I like the concept also however this isnt mine. The one downside I dont care for is the price tag. However maybe a conversion will fit the bill.

[@eusouocara23]

If they are as good as their self propelled push mowers, they should last a long time. I have had a push mower from them for 5 years now. Still working like a charm and same battery too!

[@ArleeStarr-l6e]

Nicely done video! Is your charger plugged into an extension cord? Can it be plugged into one? I just ordered the same machine, but no specs. give that info. Mine is to be delivered this Fri., 09/07/2023

[@jimpalmer1944]

Ryan. I would be interested in the actual square footage of the total area you mowed. Then I could figure how much the unit will actually mow in terms of acres per charge. I mow about 5 acres and have never considered an electric unit substantial enough to mow my property. I was impressed at the results the unit provided, clean cut just like its gas/diesel competitors. One best thing I noticed was noise reduction. You didn't seem to need hearing protection. Not a golf cart, but a great addition to your series.

[@Fentertainment]

I might actually try to make that another video in the future. After looking online the mower came with 4 batteries but when I spoke with my neighbor he said that his son left the mower with him with 3 batteries. The son moved due to business and kept 1 battery to work a ego weedeater. The mower is quiet kinda like a golf cart when the blades arent spinning, but when they are its still relatively quiet. This video doesnt have the views like other videos but I dont have the viewers who are interested in lawn mowers as well. I do appreciate you watching though. I would like to have one of these but not at the initial price tag they are sold at, Maybe some sort of conversion on the channel in the future........ will see.

[@fedguy9182]

@@FentertainmentThe son kept a 10 amp battery for a weed water that only needs a 5 amp battery. At $400 a battery no way I would be okay with that.

[@TheCamaro5]

I hope we see a lithium golf cart battery conversion soon

[@Fentertainment]

Lol.

[@BrandonBigB956]

I have a lot of EGO tools but no way I could cut my property with that mower. I have around 6-7 acres to keep cut so I went with a commercial Husqvarna zero turn with that Kawasaki. Seeing that thing bog out was crazy. My Husqvarna will run that grass down at 2.5 inches at 10mph its impossible to bog down a big commercial zero turn they have very deep decks to help with discharging that grass. If you had 6 batteries it would probably be better as the amp draw per battery would be less. The EGO brand stuff has been very reliable for me my wife or son will run the EGO weed trimmer while I run the STIHL 131R and they both love the battery trimmer its light and powerful.

[@davidtranmedia5112]

Yep. This is true. I like this concept for smaller lawns. But for bigger lawns this won't cut it. Like you said you commercial lawn mower even at 10 mph with 2.5 inch grass won't even bog alittle bit. It can't be gas mowers.

[@JerseyJersey100]

Who knew you can mow multiple full sized lawns. Informative. I figured they were for tiny lawns like mine in downtown Market Common where I can mow my lawn 4-5 times on one charge of my battery power

[@Trackhoe075]

So how large a property did you actually cut between the 2 ?

[@davidbrennan5]

what is the reasle value of this mower after 5 years?

[@staceyjoslin4600]

Any estimate on the acreage that you mowed? I understand that thicker grass uses more battery, but I wonder if there’s an estimate on how many acres it will go on a single charge.

[@nathandingman6846]

4 10 ah batteries mow 2 acres

[@markb3129]

I cut 2.5 acres with a 50" Exmark i purchased new in 2011, wonder how many charges would it take to cut my yard? Takes me about 1.5 hours to cut..✌🏻

[@BrandonBigB956]

They say it will cut around 2 acres per charge which isn't terrible for most homeowners. I'm on 17 acres with about 6-7 of that kept mowed so I went with a Husqvarna 61 inch commercial zero turn to get the bigger pumps and heavier duty deck and I can cut that 7 acers in 2 hours.

[@nathandingman6846]

I mow 2.5 acres but use the 4 10 ah batteries and 2 7.5 ah batteries to complete the job

[@k1ngtaijiu262]

Stumbling across this while researching the ego mower to get for myself... Im curious as to why you were running only 3 batteries instead of 4? Did the mower come with fewer batteries at the time of this video than they do currently?

[@Fentertainment]

Thos belonged to my neighbor who only had 3. I just bought the ryobi zt540e. Doing the lithium swap this week hopefully on it.

[@brianmoore581]

Was that "Sweet Home Alabama" or "Werewolves of London"?

[@lowcountrylowdown9000]

how much is that beast? Nice mower though!!!

[@marcelmetcalfe6900]

How long would it last???

[@DanielMatotek]

People are dreaming if they think gas powered will save you money in the long run. You can also use these batteries in a shit load of other tools. Electric all the way baby!

[@Fentertainment]

This mower isn’t mine. It belonged to a friend. I wish I could’ve found one of those TikTok $500 electric mowers.

[@robertomaldonado7397]

Till the batteries die and need to be replaced 😵 I like electric due to not having to do maintenance or have fresh gas on hand, but I’m a bit hesitant on getting the ego riding mower due to my experience with their electric trimmer, battery life is terrible, it stops running if the load is too much, and it takes too long to charge. I have not had any of these issues with my close to 10 year old kobalt electric landscaping equipment

[@3bkt]

That mower is twice the price of a gas. I sure as hell wouldnt use 3k in gas in 4-5 years. Plus if i have issue with gas motor i fix it...electric you just have to buy another 6k mower.

[@pscott49]

Hi there, I’m thinking about picking up a z6 for my next zero turn. Are you having any problems with your? Do you recommend buying one?

[@nathandingman6846]

I have had no problem with mine so far. I used 2 seasons and mow about 2.5 acres

[@BronzeLincolns81]

How much is this mower bare tool?

[@naamangeist7843]

Your blades are stopping because you're at full speed on the wheels. Slow down and keep the blades where they are and you won't have that problem. Maybe you can eat that fast but your lawn mower can't! 😂

[@DaveDivesIn]

Is it worth $5.5k Brother?

[@Fentertainment]

Well that’s the question I keep asking myself. This one belongs to my neighbor, I think I could convert one for a lot cheaper! Then again, I think I can do anything lol.

[@DaveDivesIn]

@@Fentertainment now you’re talking! That is a superb idea!

[@davidrawlins1622]

Batteries are only good for 5-6 years. I have a 18 year old cub cadet zero that costs me way less than the 3sets of batteries you will need in the same time period.

[@Liam-ql7tr]

Until you need new batteries

[@michaelturner97311]

Too expensive for the price you should get six batteries talking about 7k+ and you still need more batteries

[@r6master69]

They're 5k. Far from pennies lol

[@x2for10x]

The machine cost 6k... 😂 the cost to charge is not the issue

[@drabusharr]

Pennies to cut...., $6000-$8000 purchase. As they say penny wise, pound.....

[@johnmontani7599]

Until you have to buy $2000 worth of batteries after two years of use.

[@Smokeyr67]

They have a 3 year warranty

[@CaseyGibson]

5 year warranty in Australia. Given that Lithium batteries don't fail, they just lose about 20% of their charge capacity after about 500 cycles. So if you do a full recharge every week, that's nearly 10 years the lithium batteries should last.

[@Jewelrymaker]

Nah. No thanks. I'll stick to my gas powered mower.

[@Fentertainment]

what is your mower of choice?

[@Jewelrymaker]

@@Fentertainment Well, currently I am riding on a 10 year old Troy Built (MTD), but when she gives out, I am looking at a Skag. I think electric has a way to go yet.

[@Fentertainment]

@@Jewelrymaker Ten4. I think they are here but I think that since they are new that they are holding back on them and trying to make the money on them up front. This mower retails new for $5499 I think, It isnt mine. But I could buy a really nice exmark for a lot cheaper. Then again, I havent had to buy a mower in many years because we live in a throw it away world and most people would rather buy instead of fix or make. I understand where you are coming from.

[@qitstrn]

I have all battery operated lawn equipment except the mower. I agree the mowers are not up to par yet. Nothing beats not buying gas and most of all knowing it will start every time

[@BronzeLincolns81]

@@Fentertainment I'm well invested in the EGO line with 5 10ah batteries and several tools. If someone knows their way around small engine machines they should just stick with gas. The biggest cost in fixing those things is time. parts are dirt cheap versus having to replace a $500 battery. These E-tools are made for those who don't want to be bothered with maintenance issues. Things can still break, but that's more of a catastrophic incident or defect rather than a maintenance item. for those with the typical suburban less than an acre lawn these tools are perfect. Wouldn't recommend these at all for commercial use or for those with multi acre lawns.

[@freerangehuman1976]

Pennies my butt before that thing pays for itself it will either be broken, batteries will be dead or the hole thing obsolete. Your still in the negative son.

[@WilliamPozo]

To send 15K to china for a lawn mower?? .. just doesn't sit right by me. But the products seem well designed/built, no question on that.

[@landon8676]

good thing its not 15k lol

[@BronzeLincolns81]

You send 1K to china every year when you buy the new Iphone. You can get this mower with 6 12AH batteries included for half of what you just claimed.

[@danielribbing8080]

turn to the lord for he is with us repent and you shall be saved even I need to repent but gods love is so un imaginable god us so so good❤️🙏

[@johanneskitzmuller1541]

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