Our verdict
The bottom line
The Bosch entry cordless. Same chassis family as the AdvancedRotak with a smaller battery. If your lawn is under 300m², this saves £100 over the Advanced and the runtime is fine. Bigger and the battery becomes the bottleneck.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Battery and charger included for £240
- Bosch reliability
- PowerForAll cross-compatible
- Light enough for one-handed lift
Cons
- 37cm cut narrow
- 2.5Ah battery limits runtime
- No mulch plug as standard
Full specs
| Type | Cordless |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 37 cm |
| Engine / Power | Bosch 36V brushless |
| Weight | 13 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 40 L |
| Suited to lawn | Small |
| Noise level | 75 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£90–160 used. PowerForAll 2.5Ah battery is the entire game — counterfeits and worn cells are common. Demand a 15-minute runtime demo. Bosch motor longevity means the mower outlasts the battery — budget £80 for a 4Ah upgrade after year 4.
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.