- Is a reel mower good for a small lawn?
- Yes. On a flat, regularly cut lawn under about a quarter acre it cuts cleanly and quietly with no fuel or charging. It is a poor fit for tall, wet or rough ground.
- How short can it cut?
- The four settings run from roughly 0.6 to 1.6 inches. That is fine for a tidy lawn but too low a ceiling if you like taller grass.
- Does it mulch?
- No. Clippings go into the 6.6-gallon bag, so you empty it as you mow. There is no mulching plug.
- How much assembly does it need?
- Most of the mower comes assembled; you attach the handle and bag. The handle folds down for storage.
- Can it handle tall grass or weeds?
- Only light growth. Thick, wet or tall grass jams the reel and leaves uncut stems, so cut often and when the grass is dry.
- How does it compare with a cordless rotary mower?
- It is lighter, quieter and needs no battery, but it has a narrower cut, no mulching and less power in heavy grass. A cordless rotary is more versatile; the reel mower is simpler.
- Where is the Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $84.55, 15% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, The Home Depot, Tractor Supply Co.