Our verdict
The bottom line
The corded mower most British DIYers buy at Argos when their old one dies. Performs the job well enough; will not last 20 years like a Bosch. Pure utility purchase.
Pros & cons
Pros
- B+D brand recognition
- Bigger 38cm cut than Bosch Rotak 32
- Decent 45L box
- Cheap used and easy to find
Cons
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Motor windings can fail after heavy use
- Cable management issues on bigger lawns
Full specs
| Type | Electric |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 38 cm |
| Engine / Power | 1400W motor |
| Weight | 14 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 45 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 78 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£25–55 used. Cable damage and motor whine are the two killers — listen carefully. Plastic chassis around the handle joint cracks; check it pivots cleanly. Replacement blades are £10 from any DIY shop.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.