Cordless lawn mowers promise lightness. Like powerful petrol-powered mowers, they can turn freely around obstacles, but without the rattling and smell. This comes at a price: while corded mowers are available from around 100 euros, cordless lawn mowers often cost three to four times as much...

The PowerMax 37/36V cordless lawnmower from Gardena (www.gardena.com) is suitable for garden areas of up to 350 m2. Its DuraEdge blade ensures a precise and even cut. The 45-litre textile catcher can hold a lot of cuttings. Thanks to the fill level indicator, you know exactly when the basket needs to be emptied...