By Victoria Giardina and Ruby McAuliffe

The following article is reprinted from nypost.com

From gas-powered and battery-operated to electric and ride-on options, lawn mowers come in as many varieties as a Starbucks menu.

The golden question: what’s the best lawn mower? Well, that’s certainly dependent on preference, but we geared up and delivered the 20 best lawn mowers for every yard this year, keeping budget, size, and key characteristics in mind.

Even if you have a small backyard that you enjoy gardening in (it’s the ripe season for juicy tomatoes and fresh basil, after all), a lawn mower still holds much power to tend to your grass and manicure your lawn to perfection.

Ahead, shop our list of the best lawn mowers you can buy online, most of which are available on Amazon, Lowe’s, and Ace Hardware. It’s just about time to put away your snow blowers and get to work.

Click to jump to a specific lawn mower:

• Best Gas-Powered Push Lawn Mowers
• Best Battery-Powered Push Lawn Mowers
• Best Electric Lawn Mowers
• Best Riding Lawn Mowers
• Best Robot Lawn Mowers

Best Gas-Powered Push Lawn Mowers

1. Craftsman 3-in-1 Gas-Powered Push Lawn Mower with Bagger, $359

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Craftsman’s 3-in-1 Gas-Powered Push Lawn Mower fits the bill as a quality 21″ model in a dashing liberty red color. It has both rear and side discharge along with an ample-sized cutting deck that’s clad in all the mulching capabilities you can think of.

2. PowerSmart Gas-Powered Push Lawn Mower, $390

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This alloy-steel crafted lawn mower from PowerSmart is a less-than-$300 option with a powerful single-cylinder gas engine for clearing even the toughest, tallest grass. Speaking of, there are five adjustment settings to trim your lawn exactly how you like.

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3. Bolens Gas-Push Lawn Mower with Briggs & Stratton Engine, $249

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If this Bolens Gas-Push Lawn Mower doesn’t look like your traditional shed-housed model, we don’t know what does. Notably, it has a compact and lightweight design that’s perfect for smaller lawns, especially, and has a state-of-the-art engine to create a clean cutting path.

4. Honda 21 in. 3-in-1 Variable Speed Gas Walk Behind Self Propelled Lawn Mower with Auto Choke, $469, original price: $549

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With smart drive, intuition, speed control, five adjustable positions, and a dual-lever height adjustment, we’re sold! We also love that this model is extremely user-friendly — making it an ideal purchase for anyone.

Best Battery-Powered Push Lawn Mowers

1. Greenworks Cordless Brushless Push Mower with USB Battery, $349, original price: $400

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This battery-powered lawn mower by Greenworks boasts 60 minutes of runtime made possible by its included, fully charged 5Ah battery. Plus, it has a vertical storage feature to save space in your garage or shed. It’s also known to be one of the quietest.

2. Black+Decker Cordless Lawn Mower, $330

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Including two 40V Max Lithium batteries, Black+Decker’s Cordless Lawn Mower is a slim yet durable model for your backyard. With six cutting settings and folding handles for convenient storage, it’s a mower to be reckoned with.

3. Ego Power+ Push Cordless Electric Lawn Mower, $399

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This fully equipped Push Cordless Electric Lawn Mower from Ego Power+ includes a battery and charger with up to 45 minutes of grass-cutting runtime. Like other models, it has six cutting settings and is a three-in-one outdoor staple for bagging, mulching, and side-discharging.

4. Milwaukee M18 FUEL Brushless Cordless 21 in. Walk Behind Dual Battery Self-Propelled Mower, $1,099

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With a 21-inch cut capacity, three-in-one grass management, front and side LED lights and so much more, this battery-powered push lawn mower will become your go-to. You can also say goodbye to gas headaches, as there is no pull-start, no engine maintenance, and no emissions.

Best Electric Lawn Mowers

1. Greenworks Electric Corded Mower, $133, original price: $147

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Another model coveted by Amazon, Greenworks’ Electric Corded Mower is one of the most affordable in this edit with a durable 16″ cutting deck for efficient lawn-manicuring. Not to mention, its extension cord spans 150 feet.

2. LawnMaster Electric Corded Lawn Mower, $126

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LawnMaster’s Electric Corded Lawn Mower is a no-frills option that’s easy to use and coming in hot at just $120. With six cutting settings — which is simple to maneuver with the mower’s one-touch height adjustment level — it’s a steal.

Ace Hardware

Similar to Black+Decker’s cordless mower, the electric one comes with a collection bag, designed to power through tall grass and has six height adjustments. With a push-button start and a winged blade for more precise cuts, it’s an easy-to-use essential for your yard.

4. RYOBI 13 in. 11 Amp Corded Electric Walk Behind Push Mower, $119

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Get ready to enjoy a lightweight electric lawn mower that features easily collapsible handles, single-point height adjustment, and low wheels. Best of all, this mower is backed by a three-year warranty.

Best Riding Lawn Mowers

1. Husqvarna Briggs & Stratton Hydrostatic Riding Mower, $2,600-$3,499

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Riding mowers are more of an investment but undeniably worth it with the convenience factor, heavy-duty makeup, and longevity tied into your purchase.

This option has a foot pedal-operated transmission, allowing you to keep your hands on the steering wheel while mowing in tighter spaces. It also has a reinforced cutting deck and dual anti-scalp wheels that can mow forward or in reverse.

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2. Ariens Ikon XD 52 Kohler Zero-Turn Lawn Mower, $3,499

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If you want a front-row seat on your lawn, Ariens’ Ikon XD 52 Kohler is your best bet. With larger-than-life tires, a high-back plush seat with armrests, and impressive mowing speed, it’s one of our favorites and well-received by a team of Amazon reviewers.

3. John Deere Hydrostatic Riding Lawn Mower, $2,299

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The John Deere Hydrostatic Riding Lawn Mower is one of the more affordable riding options, giving you a high view of your grass for $2,000. It has side-by-side foot pedals and a single-cylinder makeup. and the power to even tackle tough mulching.

Best Robot Lawn Mowers

1. Husqvarna Automower Robotic Lawn Mower, $1,400

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Just like robot vacuums, lawn mowers have a hands-free capability. Husqvarna’s Automower Robotic Lawn Mower is easy to install, pairs with the Automower Connect app has a noise-reducing motor design, and cuts grass to a carpet-like appearance.

2. Worx Landroid Robotic Lawn Mower, $800, original price: $999

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Similarly, Worx’s Landroid Robotic Lawn Mower has the power to mow all on its own. It has a 9″ cutting disc to cut up to half an acre at a time. Plus, if this handy outdoor mower runs into any obstacles, it will bump them and back away. You can also exclude lawn areas you don’t want it to touch.

3. Gardenia Sileno Minimo Fully Automatic Robotic Lawn Mower with Bluetooth App, $630

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For just $630, we’re impressed with the quality of the Gardenia Sileno Minemo as a robot lawn mower. Best for smaller yards and spaces, the device navigates quietly and precisely while connecting to a Bluetooth app to control when it runs.

4. Hychika Robotic Lawn Mower 24V 3500RPM, $493

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Work smarter, not harder.

With this robotic lawn mower, you can look forward to the use of three blades, an intelligent return function, two shutdown functions, and an anti-theft system. Mowing the lawn has never been easier.