I first bought a Black & Decker cordless electric mower about 10 years ago in a local exchange program for my gas mower. I couldn't believe how easy it was to use and maintain! Just plug it into the wall and it charges overnight. Insert a key, pull a lever and away you mow! One hand height adjustment and a good grass catcher are the other pros.

Now for the cons- The motor isn't the stongest and the battery life is only good for a medium size yard. At my first house I couldn't mow both the front and backyard on a single charge, which meant it was a two day job. Also the battery only lasted me about...