Which is better for a lawn close to an acre?

The 28-inch gas mower. Its 28-inch deck and 0.8-acre rating mean fewer passes, and it has no 85-minute runtime limit. The 60V mower suits smaller lots where one charge finishes the job.

How much faster does the 28-inch deck cut?

DeWalt says the 28-inch dual-blade deck cuts 33% wider than its 21-inch mower. That is roughly a third fewer passes on the same lawn, before counting refueling versus recharging.

Is the 60V FLEXVOLT mower worth it over gas?

Yes if you want no gas, oil changes or pull starts and you have storage space to save. You give up cutting width and unlimited runtime. Compare current prices on this page to see the gap.

Which handles thick, wet grass better?

The 28-inch gas mower. Its 224cc PowerAdapt engine adjusts power in heavy grass, and the wider deck clears more per pass. The 60V mower's AutoSense motor manages load but is limited by battery runtime.

Which is easier to store?

The 60V mower. Its one-touch handle telescopes and folds for vertical storage, about 80% less space than in operation. The 28-inch gas mower has no folding spec and takes a full footprint.

How long does the 60V mower run on a charge?

Up to 85 minutes with the two included 12 Ah batteries, and about 3 hours to recharge. Tall or wet grass shortens that. The gas mower has no equivalent limit.

DeWalt 28-inch Mower vs DeWalt 60V MAX FLEXVOLT 21-Inch Mower

Buy the 60V MAX FLEXVOLT 21-inch if you want one machine for a normal suburban lawn with no gas, oil changes or pull starts, and you value vertical storage. Buy the 28-inch gas mower if you cut close to an acre, mow tall or wet grass often, and want a wider deck and more torque. No prices were given for either mower, so compare live store prices on this page before deciding.

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