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Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M

Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M

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$84.55at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

15% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $84.55 at Best Buy on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M

The Sun Joe Mow MJ500M is a 16-inch push reel mower with a 6.6-gallon collection bag and four cutting heights from about 0.6 to 1.6 inches. It weighs 22 pounds, folds for storage and needs no gas, cord or battery, so it suits small lawns and quiet early-morning mowing. Against gas and cordless rotary mowers it cuts cleanly and cheaply to run but struggles with tall, wet or twiggy grass, and it cannot mulch. Owners like the light weight and low upkeep; the common complaints are clogging and a cut that leaves stragglers when grass is long.

Best forSmall, flat lawns under about a quarter acreEarly-morning or quiet-neighborhood mowingBuyers who want no gas, cord or battery upkeepLightweight push mowing and easy storage
Pros
  • No fuel, cord or battery to charge or maintain
  • Clean scissor cut that clips grass evenly
  • Light 22-pound body is easy to push and lift
  • Folds flat for tight storage
  • Four cutting heights and a 6.6-gallon bag
Cons
  • Struggles with tall, wet or thick grass
  • No mulching; clippings go in the bag
  • Narrow 16-inch cut means more passes
  • Cutting height tops out around 1.6 inches
  • Bag fills fast and can clog

Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $84.55Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • The Home DepotNew

    In stock

    $99.97Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Tractor Supply CoNew

    In stock

    $99.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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Sun Joe Mow 16-In Manual Reel MJ500M price history

Lowest price we've seen: $84.55 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners describe the MJ500M as a light, simple mower that works well on small, regularly cut lawns and is easy to store. Many say it bogs down or leaves uncut blades in long or damp grass, and some find the bag small and prone to clogging.

What people mention
  • Cut qualityMixedOwners say it cuts cleanly on short, dry grass but misses blades when grass is long or wet.
  • WeightPraisedReviewers call it light and easy to push, even on slight slopes.
  • CloggingCriticisedThe reel and bag clog when grass is tall, damp or thick.
  • NoisePraisedOwners like how quiet it is compared with gas and cordless mowers.
  • BagMixedThe collection bag is handy but small and fills quickly on larger lawns.
  • SetupPraisedAssembly is quick and the handle folds for storage.

Specifications

Cutting Width (max) (")
16.0Source
Depth (")
23.795Source
Cutting Width (min) (")
16.0Source
Width (")
15.118Source

Questions and answers

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.

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Collection Box Capacity (gal)
6.6Source
Cutting Height (max) (")
1.57Source
Number of Height Positions
4Source
Height (")
9.862Source
Features
Soft Grip, Foldable HandleSource
Mulching
WithoutSource
Weight (lb)
22.0Source
Cutting Technology
Cylinder MowerSource