Solaris/Epic 510140 24-Volt 2-Battery Set for Epic and Solaris Cordless Lawn Mowers S21HB and EP21H Review

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(More customer reviews)Battery charged right away and used in the lawn mower the morning after I got them. The lawn mower probably didnt need the second set but I panicked when not making it through my large lawn in one charge on the original set. My grass had gotten pretty high and was the first mowing of the year. Since I have gone without the second set each time. But, I am still glad I got them.

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Solaris/Epic 24-Volt Battery Set (2 Batteries) For Epic EP21H and Solaris S21HB Cordless Lawn Mowers #510140. The Epic and Solaris Mowers are powerful, pollution-free and low maintenance and these are the rechargeable batteries that power them. This battery set can be used as a replacement or swap them out for extended life on big jobs.

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Epic EP21H 21-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had this for about two weeks but just had a chance to use it today. I was very impressed at how quiet it was. Even my wife made a comment about how nice it was not hearing the noise of our gas mower wile she worked in the office. I wasn't sure what to expect as we have a large corner lot and several clumps of thick crabgrass spread throughout the yard. I didn't take it easy on the mower. I used the same cutting height as my gas mower and I left in the mulch plug just so I could compare them side by side. There really wasn't much difference between my 6.5hp 21 inch Yard Man and my new Epic Electric. As I ran them side-by-side they both choked in the same places on thick grass (about 8 inches high) on the first mowing of the season. I did notice that the Epic left some tall grass standing after the cut but I'm guessing that will even out after the grass fills in. It did not leave any clumps of cut grass and even did a better job of mulching than my gas mower. I think it is a winner.

Pros:
First one in my neighborhood.
60% less noise than a gas mower.
Instant on.
Self-Propel works well. Took me along at a nice clip.
Comfortable handle and controls.
Steel deck. Looks like it should last a long time.
Yard looks nice. I was impressed how well it mulches.

Cons:
Manual is a joke. The one for the charger is in broken English. Luckily it is easy to assemble and run.
There is a key in the battery area but no clear directions how to remove it.You have to rock it either forward or backwards with a pretty good push to get it to snap out. I was afraid the first time I did it that I would break it but it is strong plastic.
There is a black adapter you have to put on the batteries (facing each other) if you want to charge the batteries out of the mower. Put them in position first as they are heavy and hard to move after they are connected.
When you engage the Self-Propel it kind of pulls you quickly for a second and then it slows to a normal pace. Took me a couple of times to get the hang of it.

It's good to go GREEN!

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Powerful. Pollution-free. Low-maintenance. Combining strength and innovation, the Epic 21-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Rear-Wheel Drive Self-Propelled Bag/Mulch/Side Discharge Lawn Mower is an extra-wide rotary mower that cuts the average yard in one charge. Thanks to its high-performance motor, the Epic is the first cordless lawn mower with self-propelled rear-wheel drive, making this mower perfect for hilly or dense terrain.

Features include a self-propelled option for cutting on small or sloping lawns.See More.
Accessories include an optional solar panel (not included).
The Terra Phase High-Performance Motor provides enough power to cut long, thick, or wet grass.See More.
The quiet, zero-emission design is advantageous for you, your neighbors, and the environment.See More.
The cordless Epic requires no gas, oil, or cords, cutting maintenance to a happy minimum.See More.Easy Maneuvering with Self-Propelled Rear-Wheel Drive
If you are seeking the low-maintenance, zero-emission benefits of a cordless mower but don't want to forgo power and mobility, the Epic is the answer. A combination of strength and innovation, the Epic is the first cordless mower with self-propelled rear-wheel drive. This feature allows you to mow on sloping terrain, a great advantage when tackling small or hilly lawns.
Hassle-Free, Emission-Free, and Extra Quiet
With the Epic it's simple: just push and go. This cutting-edge mower requires no engine maintenance and absolutely no gas, oil, or cords. So when you decide it's time to mow, you can get right to work without wasting valuable time on upkeep. The hassle-free design also means you can store the mower (even upside down or hanging on the wall) without worrying about spills.
To save you time, the Epic also boasts a three-in-one capacity to mow using the side discharge, mulch, or bag. Its handy mulching ability eliminates the need for an additional mulching device. The side-discharge and bag components on the deck allow for efficient waste collection, and the wide 21-inch cut capability speeds up the mowing process.

Producing zero emissions and no greenhouse gases, this mower is perfect for anyone who is looking for an easy way to protect the environment. And if you are someone who wants to reduce your carbon footprint as much as possible, you can choose to recharge the Epic with an optional solar panel (sold separately), which makes mowing your lawn absolutely carbon neutral. Plus, the quiet motor helps make lawn maintenance more relaxing while reducing noise pollution in your neighborhood.
High-Performance Motor Cuts Long or Wet Grass
The superb Terra Phase High-Performance Motor has a brushless, electric construction, which increases the mower's run-times for maximum efficiency and gives the mower the torque to cut through long, thick, or wet grass. Using this state of the art technology and a durable solid steel deck keeps the Epic performing and looking like new for the long term.
Powerful Batteries Let You Tackle Your Lawn in One Charge
An average lot (7,000 to 10,000 square feet) can be cut in just one charge of the Epic's highly efficient batteries. The included batteries only take 12 hours to charge, or they can be charged in four to five hours with the Rapid Charger Station sold separately. Charging can be done on board the mower with the built-in charging plug, or you can remove the batteries and recharge them using the included off-board charging cradle. Also, a built-in LED battery level indicator on the mower keeps you in-the-know about your battery power levels.
What's in the Box
Epic 21-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Rear Wheel Drive Self Propelled Bag/Mulch/Side Discharge Lawn Mower #EP21H, two batteries, charger, off board charging cradle, and manual.

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Earthwise 60120 20-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Electric Lawn Mower Review

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(More customer reviews)I got tired of messing with gasoline, oil, and the mixing, pouring, and spilling of the two, so I gave all my lawn equipment away and hired a gardener - 2 years later realize what a mistake - all gardener does is mow grass every 2 weeks and charge $$$$ for everything else. So I decided to to take back my yard and went online to research electric mowers and decrease my carbon footprint.

I was all ready to purchase a corded model when I came across the Earthwise 20" 24 volt cordless rechargeable. I must admit that I was very apprehensive about cordless, I've owned many gutless cordless power tools.During my research of the Earthwise I ran across a video that showed the lawnmower in action - I was sold.I purchased immediately and have been extremely pleased.

This mower has all the power that I could ever need to take care of my yard (approx. 1/4 acre of grass, with some on a slope).The battery came fully charged and I had the mower out of the box, fully assembled (very easy), and out mowing withing 20 minutes.Used the grass catcher just to see how it worked (did a great job), then took it off and have mulched ever since (this machine turns your grass into the minutest particles).

It is very well constructed (the deck is metal - this is good), the height adjustment could not be easier (one lever adjusts all wheels - again, very good), it pushes very easily (thanks to the ball-bearing wheels), and the handle folds to make for very compact storage.

My yard and I am happy again!

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With 3-in-1 performance that allows you to choose between mulching, bagging, or side discharge, plus a powerful 24-volt removable battery system that provides zero-emission performance, the Earthwise 60120 Cordless 20-inch Electric Lawnmower is an environmentally friendly, versatile, and easy-to-use tool. The single-lever height control, easy on/off mulch plug, removable battery, and handle-mounted safety-blade control provide enhanced performance, ease of use, and safety. And since the 60120 is powered by battery, there are no cords to worry about when you are mowing.


Quiet, environmentally friendly operation makes this cordless electric mower an easy choice. View larger.
The battery is designed to lift out easily, and electric power keeps startup simple and pull-cord free.
Powerful 24-volt Removable Battery for Eco-Friendly Performance
When it comes to power, the Earthwise 24-volt 60120 Electric Lawnmower has plenty of it to go around. The easy-in, easy-out battery provides enough power to handle almost any lawn in a single charge. The powerful 24-volt battery system delivers consistent performance and eliminates tricky pull-starts and noisy operation, so you can have all the performance of a gas-powered motor without any of the hassles. And not only is this mower powerful, but it's also a zero-emissions tool, so you can get the job done while protecting the environment.
Designed to Save You Time and Effort over the Long Term
The wide 20-inch cutting path and heavy-duty steel mower deck ensure efficient, long-lasting performance. With wide 20-inch coverage, your lawn will require fewer passes, which will save you both time and effort.
Navigating tough, uneven terrain is made easy by the composite seven-inch front wheels and oversized 9-1/2 inch rear wheels, which have ball bearings for better maneuverability and longer life. And the V-handle with cushion grip offers greater control over tough terrain and provides comfort. A nice bonus, the handle folds down so you can easily store the mower.
Single-lever Height Control for Easier Adjustments
Instead of having to adjust each wheel when changing the height of the mower blade, the Earthwise 60120 Cordless Electric Mower features a single-lever height control system that makes it easier than ever to adjust the height of the cut. You can choose between seven height positions, ranging from 1-1/2 to four inches.
The single-lever height control is just one feature that makes the 60120 so easy to use. Other ease-of-use features include the handle-mounted safety-blade control, the easy on/off mulch plug, and the lift handle lock that releases the battery from its compartment. In addition, this mower assembles with no tools required--simply hand-tighten several components and you're ready to go!
Innovative 3-in-1 Design for Added Versatility
Outperforming other mowers, the Earthwise 60120 Cordless Electric Lawnmower is three mowers in one, functioning as a mulching mower, a side discharge mower, and a rear bag mower. As your lawn changes throughout the spring, summer, and fall, the 60120 will adapt to the changing seasons as well. You can mulch your grass in the spring to help thicken the lawn, or you can use the bag to clear leaves and debris in the fall--the choice is yours!
The Earthwise 60120 weighs 92 pounds and is backed by a two-year limited warranty from the manufacturer.
What's in the Box
Earthwise 60120 Cordless Electric Lawnmower, grass bag, wheels, and removable 24-volt battery.

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Toro 20360 e-Cycler 20-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Electric Lawn Mower Review

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In a crowded field the Toro compares well based on it's performance - it cuts and mulches *very* well.Where it falls short is on features and to a lesser extent, construction.If I had to do it again, I'd take a closer look at the B&D CM1936. Both of these mowers were the top picks in the March 2010 Consumer Reports. I would rate this as 4+ stars overall but ding them half a star for customer service.

I've had this machine for two months now and was able to test it back to back with our B&D CMM1000 24V 19" cordless mower.To make things fair I sharpened the B&D and cleaned the deck.The Toro was substantially quieter and easier to maneuver (It's lighter and the weight is biased towards the rear wheels.After 12 years the B&D is still an impressive machine but in tall or wet grass it simply couldn't keep up. I had to re-mow with the B&D while the Toro gave a good cut with a single pass - even when walking quickly!You could hear the motor slow down but it still gave an excellent cut and mulched effectively.

The improved performance isn't surprising given the extra voltage.I'd note that when we bought the Black & Decker CMM1000 ~11 years ago, the only other cordless mower was the Neuton 14" via mail order.Now there are more than you can shake a stick at (SEE CHART)

Fit and finish is good but some items do not inspire confidence.The plastic motor cover is flimsy though it's hard to judge as two of the plastic bosses were broken (more on that later) Where the charger plugs in wobbles a lot and the locknut holding the circuit breaker in place was half off with no Loctite applied.This would have been lost within the first hour of use.Finally, the first time I tried to attach the grass catcher I had to wrestle with a wire which interfered with the grass door.

The handle folds but it's the same others - you have a large plastic wingnut you have to turn...and turn...and turn...Hasn't anyone come up with a better quick release for this?

The metal deck makes a big difference - it's deeper and mulches more efficiently, and makes for a smaller overall mower - despite this, our old B&D CMM1000 feels slightly more solid.Also, The B&D had a proper "Mulch Plug" while the Toro mulch cover allows grass to collect in a hollow area behind the mulch door - despite this, I never noticed the grass clumping.The one annoyance is that you have to tilt the mower to dump this out or you are going to be dragging it into your garage.

Also the Toro's metal deck allows the blade to get much closer to fences and trees.With the B&D, the 2 layer plastic deck was much thicker so the blade was at least 3" away. This is more like 1" It's the wheel placement. If you lay a straight edge across the outside of the wheels, there's 1/2" to the Toro blade but 1-1/2 inches on the Black and Decker.Unfortunately the Toro seems to waste this advantage on one side as the handle sticks out so that it rubs if you mow with a fence on your right.

Toro says "Lighter than most other cordless mowers" but I'm not so sure (SEE CHART)

I have mixed feelings about the on/off switch.I preferred the dead mans bar on the B&D rather than this lever, which forces you to keep your right hand on the handle at all times.On the other hand, you can power off when crossing a sidewalk or driveway just by relaxing your grip.

Overall, this mower performs well but doesn't of the other features / details right.For the price, I think the B&DCM1936 offers a lot more, but if flat out mowing performance is your criteria, this is the one for you.

I might be biased towards B&D given our 10+ trouble free years with their CMM1000, but you could say that I might also have a favorable bias towards the Toro since I received it through Amazon Vine.


I received this item with some minor damage.There are 4 screws which hold the top plastic cover on.Two of the screw bosses were broken.When I removed the cover, I saw that the two zip ties holding the batteries down were also broken.Finally, one of the rear wheel adjusters was bent.I called Toro up and after a Looooong time on hold they told me to either pay to have it repaired myself or to go through Amazon and return it.Not really worth the hassle and rather frustrating.


+ 36 volts gives LOTS of power - mulches effortlessly
+ 20 inch cutting path (really 19-5/8", but our 19" B&D was only 18-1/2)
+ Tall metal deck gives more complete mulching
+ Wheel placement BIG plus for cutting next to fences, trees
- Toro Customer Service
- Does not store vertically like the B&D
- Wheels adjust individually
- No dead man bar
- Grass catcher very small (perhaps 1/2 the volume of the B&D)
- Charger plug wobbles
- Bar not as ergonomic, also rubs against fence when mowing alongside.



I've put a quick guide of the most popular models on Amazon.All info reported by manufacturer.Amazon won't let me put prices in my review, sorry!

MOWER............Path/Volt/Watt-hr......WT............COMMENTS

Neuton CE5.3............14"/24V/240......48#....Plastic deck, Removable batt.
B&D CM1836..............18"/36V/NA.......64#....Plastic deck
Greenworks 25092......18"/24V/480......95#....Self Propel, Removable Batt
Worx ECO WG780.......19"/24V/408......80#....Removable Battery
Haussmann CLM46NU...19"/24V/NA........94#....Haussmann who??Metal deck
B&D CMM1200.............19"/24V/432......76#....Update to our old CM1000
B&D CM1936...............19"/36V/360.......72#....Plastic deck, Removable Batt
Neuton CE6................19"/36V/360.......69#....Plastic deck, Removable Batt
Earthwise 60120..........20"/24V/480......92#....Metal deck, Removable Batt
Toro 20360.................20"/36V/432......77#....Metal deck





>>Why SHOULD I get a cordless electric mower?They are super quiet, clean, and convenient.They aren't necessarily cheaper than a gas mower since they cost more up front but there is almost NO maintenance. (We spent [...] over 10 years for a set of replacement batteries.) Corded electric mowers are a lot cheaper but then you have a cord.Also, certain models like the B&D can be stored vertically since there is no oil or gas to leak out

>>Why SHOULDN'T I get a cordless mower?Up front cost (Typically [...] more)Also, They weigh significantly more than gas mowers so if you have a hilly lot or have difficulty with physical exertion, forget it.They don't have as much power as gas (even the 36V ones) and re-fueling means charging for a few hours so if your lot is over ½ acre you may want to reconsider.

>>Why do they all come with mulching PLUS bagging? Electric powered mowers have come a long ways but mulching still takes a LOT more power than discharging, so bagging is pretty much a standard feature for when you let your grass get too long.

>>What is a watt-hour?It's basically how big your gas tank is - the more watt-hours, the longer you can mow before you have to recharge.

>>Is the cutting path a big deal?It can be - 1) The first thing manufacturers do when power is marginal is reduce the blade size, so I tend to see the smaller mowers as more likely to be underpowered.Second, when you consider a ~3" overlap on each pass, a 20" blade effectively cuts 13% more than an 18" (especially since manufacturers generally inflate their blade lengths by about 1/2")If you have a larger yard, you definitely do NOT want anything under 18"

>>Why might I want a removable battery?If you have a large yard, you can swap out for more run time (Note that a second battery typically costs [...]).Also, You WILL need to replace the batteries eventually, and a this makes it easier (Note that I replaced the CMM1000 batteries by myself, about a 20 minute job requiring only a screwdriver and pliers)Finally, if you keep the mower in a shed that doesn't have power, a removable battery will let you bring it in for charging.

>>Why should I care about higher voltage?Higher voltage = more power, PLUS you can recharge the mower faster.Withthe same chemistry and current,a 36V mower will charge 50% faster than a 24V mower.

>>Metal deck or plastic?Metal rusts but with minimal care it's not an issue.Plastic does get scratched up, and since it isn't as strong, it makes for a larger mower.

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Product Description:
The Toro 20360 e-Cycler Cordless Mower is a push power mower that features superior mulching performance and a lightweight design. Because it's battery powered, this mower will spare you from the hassles of buying gas or oil and will save you money, time, and energy. For further convenience, the e-Cycle is easy to operate and features a durable steel deck that cuts a 20-inch swath and is height adjustable to meet your needs.

20360 e-Cycler
Cordless Mower
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Emissions free
Easy to operate
36-volt cordless battery
Mulch or bag
Adjustable blade height

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