Throwing this out into the ether to see what kind of feedback I can get -
But it seems to me there is a major hole to be filled in the electric/battery powered reel mower market.
I have been using the Sun Joe battery Reel mower for a few seasons now and I’ve been surprised that it’s held up at all. That said, let’s be honest, it’s complete junk. But for $250, I’m not mad at it.
I’d like to upgrade but the next tier of electric reels is $2500 for the Swardman or the Allett.
Why isn’t there something double, triple or even quadruple the price/quality point of the Sun Joe instead of the next step being 10x the price?
The Sun Joe is okay but I want something more robust that can do more and be more reliable. A one mower solution would be great.
I also have a 20” Craftsman (Rebranded McLane) with the B&S 3.75 for Reno/scalp needs. But it’s way too heavy for regular mows in my <1k sq/ft yard.
Personal preference, I just prefer the quiet of an electric. Manual reels don’t have the power (obviously) to tackle a full reno/scalp and cutting at .5” usually gives me washboarding.
I bought the Craftsman used for like $75 in great shape. I know newer gas reels, like a mclane, can be had for roughly $1500 (starting point) or used for easily $500-1000.
What am I missing for why there’s such a big hole in the electric reel markets technology? Lack of interest?
Curious for feedback 🙏🏼
But it seems to me there is a major hole to be filled in the electric/battery powered reel mower market.
I have been using the Sun Joe battery Reel mower for a few seasons now and I’ve been surprised that it’s held up at all. That said, let’s be honest, it’s complete junk. But for $250, I’m not mad at it.
I’d like to upgrade but the next tier of electric reels is $2500 for the Swardman or the Allett.
Why isn’t there something double, triple or even quadruple the price/quality point of the Sun Joe instead of the next step being 10x the price?
The Sun Joe is okay but I want something more robust that can do more and be more reliable. A one mower solution would be great.
I also have a 20” Craftsman (Rebranded McLane) with the B&S 3.75 for Reno/scalp needs. But it’s way too heavy for regular mows in my <1k sq/ft yard.
Personal preference, I just prefer the quiet of an electric. Manual reels don’t have the power (obviously) to tackle a full reno/scalp and cutting at .5” usually gives me washboarding.
I bought the Craftsman used for like $75 in great shape. I know newer gas reels, like a mclane, can be had for roughly $1500 (starting point) or used for easily $500-1000.
What am I missing for why there’s such a big hole in the electric reel markets technology? Lack of interest?
Curious for feedback 🙏🏼
