mILWAUKEE MADE A MOWER!?

[@pestandlawnginja]

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[@CptnAwsmBalls]

I used my neighbours mower to test it out before buying, i now have one in my garage. The thing i LOVE about it is, as a 6'3 guy, the handle is angled enough and long enough that im no longer hunching over a tiny mower, and the thumb press go-button is a godsend, no more mechanical pushing!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Right!? Great for taller people

[@gospos1]

I’ve had my m18 mower for two years. Has consistently outperformed my gas mower and love it. The battery powering is an issue because I’m on an acre lot but since I am on the Milwaukee platform it really isn’t an issue. Great job on the review Ginja!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bradleyrounds9148]

Excellent review. Biggest concerns are power and battery life, and you got it covered. Maybe when they hit the DI, I'll be able to afford 'em😅.

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@bradleyrounds9148 LOL

[@russell9673]

After weeks of watching reviews and researching battery mowers, I think this video helped me make my decision on my next mower for next year, when I retire my 14 year old Honda. Having Milwaukee tools already is also a bonus. I mulch so the cheap bag is a non issue and when I make my first round by the fence, I go the opposite way you were going, so also a non-issue.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Good choice!

[@PrincessCutLawnCare]

My favorite mower of all time!

[@pestandlawnginja]

It's an amazing machine #insertvindieselvoiceover

[@GibsonLP07]

Best review on this I have seen. Thanks for the pros and cons. I would like to see an update/follow up video down the road. Thanks!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks! Will do!

[@brianbanks3044]

i am in the EGO family and have 7 of their tools....once you are in a tool family, it makes sense to stay in that group just for the savings on battery money....I have the original self propelled plastic deck mower and it is perfect for me and my yard....there isn't a cheap feel to it like people may think and the deck will last forever, no rust or dents and nothing has cracked it yet...I say, whatever battery family you are in, stay with it and save money by buying the tool only and share the battery love

[@pestandlawnginja]

so true!

[@fastride852000]

Just added one to my collection to cut the small patches I cant get with the Zero Turn... it works like a champ. Very happy with it.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for sharing

[@SeahawkAz]

Since I already have Milwaukee chargers and batteries I would consider if Milwaukee offers the mower in a tool only

[@candcwarren]

Three years ago I bought a Ryobi 40V 21” electric mower. I have perennial rye grass on .25 acre. I noticed that if I cut my lawn at 3 or 4 inches, it works great. But, I want to maintain my lawn at either 1 or 2 inches. My electric can’t handle it. It just can’t push through the thick lawn at that height. I’m so fed up that I’m ready to go back to a gas mower. I don’t have the budget for a reel mower, so I was thinking of going with a high-quality gas walk-behind model like a Toro Super Recycler or Honda HRX217. Am thinking about this all wrong? All the stores are pushing electric and claim they match the performance of gas, but for my specific needs I’m not sure I buy it. Thoughts? What would you do?

[@pestandlawnginja]

If you want to maintain at 2" cut the lawn 2x to 3x power week. At 1" cut the lawn 4x to 6x per week. Mower should be fine. To lower the stress on the grass and mower increase your mow frequency

[@candcwarren]

@@pestandlawnginja Got it. So helpful as always. You truly are the ginja. Master of the landscape arts.

[@Forbes123]

I’ve had this for 2 years after having a Honda for 15 years. The cut quality is pretty good (but not like Honda). Most people won’t notice the difference in cut quality unless you are mowing very high grass. My batteries last for 8,000 square feet of fescue before they run out. I use the high lift blade and bag. Best part is that it’s so quiet and no maintenance.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for sharing!

[@glennrobb9671]

It's a really good choice. Just make sure you wash the deck after you cut. They've made cleaning super easy for a reason. You can't clean as well with a gas engine. I've had mine for a little over a year now. I was so glad that I spent the extra money. Everything that he says in the video is true. I have about 0.5 acres. Both batteries will give me two full cycles before I have to charge again. If I could go back in time, I would make sure that I washed the deck every time I mowed. This is so light that I pushed it to save on battery consumption. I made the mistake of assuming that the deck was Aluminum. Grass build up will eat through the paint on the steel decking if left on the bottom. I'm going to try and repair it if the off season. If Google would let me attach a picture to the comment I would show what grass build up does to the paint.

[@pestandlawnginja]

love the feed back. thanks. hope your repair goes well.

[@Bluebloods7]

3:40 - pupper knows power when it sees it

[@pestandlawnginja]

Good call haha 😄

[@Yielar1]

I'm still limping my gas mower along and it's still working well. Once Milwaukee comes out with their 2.0 Mower with the new Forge batteries and other improvements I'll jump off the fence. I'd like to see a double blade system

[@pestandlawnginja]

Makes sense

[@KevinGonzalezBautista]

Have read a few reviews and they mentioned the motor housing is plastic. So if you hit an unsuspecting root or hard thing it can cause the motor assembly to fall out of the bottom of the machine. Milwaukee needs to address this Also on the one I purchased the handle was only attached on one side(for both of the handles) and not the other, was yours the same way?

[@matthellcat2494]

It's a sweet mower but I can barely get my corner city lot done. Run the blade on extra speed for mulching so it doesn't leave uncut grass.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Interesting. I'm getting 15k ft2 plus on the two included batteries. Must be a huge area

[@pillcosby3949]

You definitely don’t need to be running this thing on high lift mode all the time, that’s why you’re getting bad battery performance

[@jmax5105]

awesome review. I'd love to hear how the mulching blade works if/when you get that. I love how your brother put the pricing into perspective... still pretty expensive, but if you look at it as buying batteries AND a mower, makes a little more sense i guess, lol. Keep up the great videos!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks! Looking forward to the mulching blade

[@Gommer20]

So right now I’m trying to decide on which lawnmower to buy. I’m torn on the Ego, and the Milwaukee, Which one would you choose?

[@PNMarkW2]

A year and a half ago I got a Worx Nitro 80V after my previous mower died mid-mow. Like anything there are one or two things I'd change, but it works great.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bigbearbear5458]

Good video for the mower. I would like Ginja's opinion if this mower is good enough for me to switch over from a EGO mower (21 inch self-propelled) select cut model? I live in the Pacific Northwest (WA) on a 3/4 acre lot with a mostly Perennial Ryegrass lawn, during the growing season I find myself mowing every 2 to 3 days and if rain keeps me from mowing, I'll find myself mowing down very tall grass as they grow super fast. The EGO is ok, but it has a few weakness which I hope this mower can address: 1. Light and easily dulled/dented blade. I believe it is by design to keep weight down and battery life longer, but if you mow wet grass the blade will be dulled easily, and if you hit a small twig it tends to get dented. Appreciate if you can comment on the blade of this Milwaukee mower. 2. Deck cleaning. Due to the battery nature of the EGO, I cannot hose off the deck after mowing, especially when I am forced to cut wet grass and get a mess on the deck. Is the Milwaukee design good enough that its deck can handle being hosed off for cleaning? Thanks.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Time will tell. What i did like, to compare, the blade speed appears to be faster at start and also running. I have zero proof of this but just what it feels like. I also thought cut quality was better, but again time will tell. The amount of space it will mow is slightly more than the ego. I forgot to mention in the videos this mower is equiped with 4 led's for night mowing. I use these machines before i like to give official reviews. 1. as of now i can't comment on the blade longevity. currently using it and will have an answer later in the season. 2. this milwaukee is a steel deck and was easy to clean. I'm a big fan of steel decks over the plastic decks.

[@lazylearner967]

Ginja, love your content.; even if this brings the haters out of the cracks! You will probably have many gas die hards discount this video. Those folks are NOT the target customers for battery tools. (I am a gas die hard) That being said I think battery powered equipment is more attractive for those who don't like to do yard work and just want as little trouble as possible. I do think that over the long haul gas is probably less expensive due to expensive batteries but who knows? Paying $500 for replacement batteries every 5 years vs. 2 tune ups at $150 per pop plus gas and oil. I guess I probably spend less than $20 on mower gas per year using ethanol free stuff? My dad and sister have the Ego stuff and I much prefer my Stihl 2 strokes and Honda HRC. Yet my dad and my sister like the Ego stuff. They don't like the fumes and hassle of gas. It is good to have choices!

[@pestandlawnginja]

100% for me it..... i like it all and i like to see where things are going and where they've been. you make a good point on the longevity of batteries vs maintenance.

[@Prototheria]

Cost of the batteries is the price you pay for not having to fuck around with a gas engine. I love me some internal combustulation, and I love me some yard work, but I see outdoor power equipment as being just another set of appliances, so why not make them as easy to use as possible? I mean, you can still find working antique gas powered washing machines, but I'd bet money you have an electric washing machine in your house. ;)

[@lazylearner967]

@@Prototheria I see your point and agree to some extent. I am certainly not against battery stuff and progression. I need to try more brands than just Ego as that is only the battery stuff I have used. I don't like the way Ego feels compared to my gas stuff. Also the Ego blower chews through batteries like none other. I think its battery lasts 10ish minutes which isn't usually a big deal unless it's fall time and you are trying to clean up leaves. Also, my family members aren't too good about keeping their batteries charged so I run out of juice when I am mowing/trimming their property.

[@douglasvine2516]

I have this mower and a Honda 190cc. The Milwaukee does everything the Honda does.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for sharing

[@caseybarnett8708]

Just put some Gaffer tape on the wear point on the back bottom of the bag for now. Next year Milwaukee will come out with some Milwaukee Gaffer Tape that will cost three times as mush as regular Gaffer tape but it will be three times as strong.

[@ErikRave]

What an amazing view in the background!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

couldn't agree more

[@marcaustin]

My dude - i trust your videos and judgement. But it's going to be tough for me to switch to electric. Maybe if i could try one at a dealer or a show 1st

[@pestandlawnginja]

Totally get it! This is one of the first that has sold me. But...... time will tell

[@AKS-74U]

My biggest concern would be if Milwaukee eventually drops the M18 batteries, that essentially makes the mower obsolete vs having a 20 year old lawn boy

[@LAWNLIFE]

This is a great video! Good stuff bro!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Appreciate it!

[@Aerialphotovito]

Great review ! I own a few Milwaukee tools with 18 volt so this may be one to consider

[@pestandlawnginja]

that would make sense!

[@mike9132]

You want to make sure you can share batteries between your mower and other lawn tools. The last thing you want is 3 different incompatible batteries and chargers.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Agree

[@jjb0894]

I just replaced my gas lawnmower with the Milwaukee mower, I love it way more than my gas mower.

[@pestandlawnginja]

right! Its a cool mower!

[@AngeloR674]

Give it time…Don’t jump ahead of yourself!

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@AngeloR674 😆

[@5tonMongo]

you could mow in opposite direction in tight spaces to avoid the handle popping. nice review

[@pestandlawnginja]

Absolutely!

[@kingposeidon9362]

Anchor lot?

[@pestandlawnginja]

gotta love autocorrect hahahaha

[@ayy1n]

9:40 cut quality looks insane, seems like a double cut isn’t necessary!!! But knowing us lawn guys we double cut regardless lol

[@pestandlawnginja]

the blade turns fast and give a great cut. turns out the rumors are true. great machine

[@rustyrusty9665]

Other than the fact that lawnmower weighs 91 pounds with the battery. Way too heavy to push. Ya...ya....it self propelled, but my yard is no where big enough for self propelled not to mention here in Canada that mower costs $1498.00.

[@pillcosby3949]

I have this mower and love it.. tons of power and bags better than any mower on the market.. I can hear it sucking up debris when I’m mowing

[@pestandlawnginja]

💯 agree 👍

[@kalyanv4437]

Oh! This is was not the unboxing I was hoping for. Simple knife, where’s your string trimmer 😂 you always had cool unboxings before. Thanks for the info but I love my Honda esp the cut, twin blades and extremely reliable.

[@pestandlawnginja]

I had such a great idea for the unboxing but it didn't work out! The next one will be better

[@Michael_Livingstone]

Argh!! I am building my collection of Milwaukee gear and my lawnmower is ten years old. Don’t tempt me to get this lawnmower lol

[@Last-shott]

Worth it…

[@davidgeist8525]

@pestandlawnginja did you look at the Ryobi 30" 80v mower yet? I'd love your take on it

[@pestandlawnginja]

The 80v..... I don't believe so. I've looked at the model previous. I'll see what I can do

[@CantankerousDave]

A quarter anchor lot? How much is that in acres?

[@pestandlawnginja]

Half past a mast

[@ayy1n]

Tuned in Ginja 👀🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@pestandlawnginja]

my man! great to see you in the comments

[@ayy1n]

@@pestandlawnginja im never far brother. I always keep an eye out your content 🫡💪🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Prototheria]

That looks like the Wasatch Front back there... 🤔

[@pestandlawnginja]

indeed! I'm in utah

[@shanew7361]

No thanks. While im in the Milwaukee and Makita battery platforms, I'll stick with my Honda HRX 217HYA 200cc with hydrostatic transmission for the win 🏆

[@pestandlawnginja]

nice nice

[@traviscade3186]

I would agree with your take on this mower. Dec 2022 I saw it on clearance for $600 at my local home depot. Thought the same as you mentioned about the cost of batteries and charger, said at $600 that is like getting the batteries and changer at discount and getting mower for free. So i picked it up to do my daughter's lawn. Mower is very good. I'd agree with the height of cut lever too. Many times it has dropped down and I have cut way to low. The bag I don't use that much so can't say one way or the other about that.

[@crzyworm623]

Loved m18 lawn equipment, then 2 batteries failed in 2 years, still under warranty. Milwaukee won't warranty since I bought the tool combos from Amazon. Dissapointed. My new ego blower, is far superior to the milwaukee. Lost me as a customer.

[@pillcosby3949]

You bought an item 3rd party and are upset the original manufacturer doesn’t honor a warranty?? Most companies operate that way, including ego

[@crzyworm623]

​@pillcosby3949 Yes. Batteries have date codes and they can tell the number of charge cycles. My ego was bought from Amazon who is authorized seller. Not something I always think about when buying a new item that is widely avaible online. I also purchased home depot but receipts only go back 24 months and it's just over that. I registered my item at the time of purchase but milwaukee no longer has that system so any records of purchase they deleted. I've had numerous m12 batteries fail just past the 2 year warranty on them. One failed In a year which they did warranty. But with the number of failures I've had. I'm changing platforms.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for sharing!

[@lazylearner967]

@@crzyworm623 Milwaukee stuff is pretty nice to use. I have a full line up of their M12 tools, and I too have had the same experience. Their warranty is non-existent. I had a few tools and batteries that just failed with little to no use within the 2 year mark. I bought them from HD, and even registered them. Milwaukee hasn't stood behind them. But since I own like 8 of their M12 tools, I must still use that battery platform. I have a Honda HRC; as a home owner it should last for many years- as long as I can still find parts for it.

[@rypama821]

This or the ego 2156?

[@pestandlawnginja]

This

[@ScoutFX]

@@pestandlawnginja Hands down, Milwaukee knows how to make quality products. Where they screwed up was they built the mower to fit the batteries. They should have bit the bullet and made a better-cooled larger battery for their lawn division products. Theirs no way the batteries for my impact gun and drill can handle the heat and draw from this mower over long term success. Thanks for the video!

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@ScoutFX great feedback

[@tj_gsomething_]

Darn caps lock button screwed up your title!

[@pestandlawnginja]

OHHHH shoot! Thanks for the heads up

[@robeckel4965]

@@pestandlawnginja 🤣

[@AngeloR674]

Milwaukee is not well known for making good lawn mowers! Power tools yes!…. Not lawn mowers!..Wake up people!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Wake up and try it yourself

[@pkn920]

Fun fact, Milwaukee's parent company is Techtronic, who also owns Rigid and Ryobi.

[@pestandlawnginja]

I didn't know that. pretty cool

[@juhs]

Yet milwaukee consistently outperforms both of those brands 🤔

[@pkn920]

@@juhs I’d like to think so, more expensive, get what you pay for!

[@justsayin7937]

Its TTI and they own Rigid Ryobi and Milwaukee.

[@Prototheria]

@@juhs Just because the parent company owns those tool mfg's doesn't mean they're all made to the same standards on the same assembly line. The R's are pricepoint engineered tools that sacrifice some performance for the sake of a lower price for the home gamers or folks that just can't afford Milwaukee. Hell, I've seen a lot of guys in big shops using Bauer and Hercules because they can't swing the Snap On bill. Or they like that it's cheaper to toss a $125 Hercules impact gun after two or three years than it is to pay off a $1000 Snap On for the rest of your life. Or all they're doing is running lug nuts all day at a tire shop and don't need a gun that'll start a Detroit. Figure, if it didn't make money, you wouldn't see it on the shelf. There's an ass for every seat. ;)

[@mattjames8683]

Seen the hub holding the blade that is black and plastic shear off when the blade hits a foreign object like metal or a rock or a thick stick in the yard. Not really a "quality" design Milwaukee!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Not quite understanding what you mean. But would love to hear all things. Can you rephrase a bit

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@mattjames8683 ahhh gotcha. Appreciate you sharing

[@Porfisdavid]

​@@pestandlawnginjaLook at the Milwaukee subreddit there are a few of us that this has happened to. Plastic cradle holding the motor. 😐

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@Porfisdavid great info. thanks for sharing. I'll be doing another review after a few months of use.

[@chrispontiga]

😂 does your brother get to keep the mower?

[@pestandlawnginja]

Yah 😪

[@LCculater]

I’ll stick with my self propelled ryobi .

[@pestandlawnginja]

Cool

[@nCognitoYT]

how does this compare to the ego ?

[@pestandlawnginja]

cut quality is better

[@christucker8132]

Only electric that gets down to 1 in. others start at 1.25 or 1.5. It’s better and cheaper then that ego steel deck mower

[@pestandlawnginja]

the one inch aspect is fire!

[@stevesafety6743]

Over $1000 and only a 2 year warranty on the batteries. The cost of replacing the batteries is more than paying for gas and oil. No thanks

[@pestandlawnginja]

It's a Milwaukee Thang 😄 I get your point.

[@LCculater]

Basically 36 volts 😂

[@Kongg146]

Have a serious look at a Kress mower before you buy a Milwaukee…

[@pestandlawnginja]

Great idea 💡 👍

[@LCculater]

My ryobi will destroy that and I’m a Milwaukee guy

[@pestandlawnginja]

I don't believe so. I've used them both

[@fomas8190]

none of the battery mowers have good lift. they are horrible while you where mowing in the video i watched you go over small tree leaves that look like they weren't touched after you went over them

[@pestandlawnginja]

Couldn't say either way. What I will say is these lawns have been mowed previously all with gas mowers of different types

[@shanew7361]

It's also only a single blade which suck for cut quality. 😂

[@anonymousdangarcia]

I have an ego mower and i agree, i cant use it to “vacuum” leaves in the fall

[@briandetrick2688]

no electric will mow like gas

[@pestandlawnginja]

Interesting thought

[@pacosteaa]

- My first down vote. :)) No electric stuff. :)) Cheers.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Glad I could be your first