The Neuton CE-5 is a great mower.  It's magnitudes quieter than gas mowers and just as effective at cutting grass. 

The edger/trimmer attachment alone is worth the purchase.  Edging & trimming have always been the part of lawn care that I dreaded.  With the Neuton, it's almost effortless and easy to do well.  The edge where my yard meets my neighbors' (done by a professional lawn-care service) now looks much better on my side! 

The battery charges outside of the mower, which is much more convenient than having to plug in the entire mower, like some I have owned, and is easy to take in and...