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popularPurpleKitten499 posted Aug 2, 2026 10:16 PM

YMMV clearance home depot Ryobi RYRM8060 electric mower $1998.02

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Aug 2, 2026 11:49 PM
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Find_A_DealAug 2, 2026 11:49 PM
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Here's the reality of an electric mower. The blades don't cut as well because they are thinner, lighter, and typically don't spin as fast. You can't hit sticks either, because the spindles and blades are thinner and lighter and more prone to damage. I'm not talking about anything big either, I'm talking about a stick 1/4" can cause serious issues. In 6 years you're going to need to replace the batteries, 10 if your really lucky. The batteries are so expensive you'll probably just want to buy a new mower. Conversely, if you buy a nice gas mower, you keep the maintenance up, it will last you 20+ years. I know because I have both. The electric was a novel idea, just not truly ready for prime time.
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Quote from Find_A_Deal :
Here's the reality of an electric mower. The blades don't cut as well because they are thinner, lighter, and typically don't spin as fast. You can't hit sticks either, because the spindles and blades are thinner and lighter and more prone to damage. I'm not talking about anything big either, I'm talking about a stick 1/4" can cause serious issues. In 6 years you're going to need to replace the batteries, 10 if your really lucky. The batteries are so expensive you'll probably just want to buy a new mower. Conversely, if you buy a nice gas mower, you keep the maintenance up, it will last you 20+ years. I know because I have both. The electric was a novel idea, just not truly ready for prime time.
Should have got the Ego. Got mine on clearance for 1500.

I mow an acre of tough growth I'm maintaining after clearing it and I treat the zero turn like a mini brush hog. It has taken a beating for years and I've had to do 0 maintenance or repairs besides blades. I may want one with tech advancements in 10 years, but I have amassed 15 batteries so far with various tool deals and marketplace finds so no worries about forced upgrade if you're in the system. Very happy to not have to deal with gas maintenance, repairs, fumes, containers, etc anymore.
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Unavailable in the Seattle area, per the online inventory checker, from Bellingham to Tacoma.
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BoastfulLake377Aug 3, 2026 3:49 AM
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Quote from Find_A_Deal :
Here's the reality of an electric mower. The blades don't cut as well because they are thinner, lighter, and typically don't spin as fast. You can't hit sticks either, because the spindles and blades are thinner and lighter and more prone to damage. I'm not talking about anything big either, I'm talking about a stick 1/4" can cause serious issues. In 6 years you're going to need to replace the batteries, 10 if your really lucky. The batteries are so expensive you'll probably just want to buy a new mower. Conversely, if you buy a nice gas mower, you keep the maintenance up, it will last you 20+ years. I know because I have both. The electric was a novel idea, just not truly ready for prime time.
Each to their own.
I have the original hybrid 18" ryboi mower... still 15 plus years now and the original 2-4ah batteries.

I have sharpened the blade 2 or three times before needing to replace them this year. Yeah the blades are not the best but you are not supposed to be cutting rocks and tree limbs either. They are made to cut grass.

And as for the batteries, I still have them and use them for both the mower and other ryboi tools. No issues.
And sure when I need new batteries, best to find a tool and battery promo.

Gas mowers? Well I geuss I am just dumb. I usually only get 1-2 years out of them and they are toast or the motor burns/smokes out. Yes I change the oil. But then again I never bought a new gas mower, only bought cheap used ones. So perhaps that is my main issue and I really don't work on gas engines.
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Quote from BoastfulLake377 :
Each to their own.
I have the original hybrid 18" ryboi mower... still 15 plus years now and the original 2-4ah batteries.

I have sharpened the blade 2 or three times before needing to replace them this year. Yeah the blades are not the best but you are not supposed to be cutting rocks and tree limbs either. They are made to cut grass.

And as for the batteries, I still have them and use them for both the mower and other ryboi tools. No issues.
And sure when I need new batteries, best to find a tool and battery promo.

Gas mowers? Well I geuss I am just dumb. I usually only get 1-2 years out of them and they are toast or the motor burns/smokes out. Yes I change the oil. But then again I never bought a new gas mower, only bought cheap used ones. So perhaps that is my main issue and I really don't work on gas engines.
That's very odd and not normal. You can easily get 10 years out of a mower even without an oil change. I had a gas mower last over 20 years, and only changed the oil once or twice. Same with the air filter and spark plug.

In fact, the new B&S mowers claim that they're maintenance free (no oil changes):
https://www.briggsandstratton.com...technology

https://www.toro.com/en/homeowner...gas-mowers
"Hassle-Free Maintenance
With a Toro, there's no oil change - ever. Just check the oil and Top it Off. "
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munkleAug 3, 2026 5:35 PM
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I have similar issues with my electric mower compared to my gas mower. I had a Honda mower that was older than I was. The self propel finally broke after 40 years and it was more expensive to fix it than to buy a new mower. Got an electric mower and I'm not really pleased with it. The blades do spin slower, I can hear it speed up when it hits a really dense patch. It gives a poor cut in comparison to my gas mower. Not sure on battery life yet. My batteries are only 5ish years old and still working fine.

I have a number of gas and electric yard tools. Sometimes gas is better and sometimes battery is better and it really depends on your yard. I love my electric chainsaw but I don't cut a ton with it. My electric weed eater is a pos and I'll use a gas one anytime over it.
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carlson03Aug 4, 2026 2:55 PM
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Quote from munkle :
I have similar issues with my electric mower compared to my gas mower. I had a Honda mower that was older than I was. The self propel finally broke after 40 years and it was more expensive to fix it than to buy a new mower. Got an electric mower and I'm not really pleased with it. The blades do spin slower, I can hear it speed up when it hits a really dense patch. It gives a poor cut in comparison to my gas mower. Not sure on battery life yet. My batteries are only 5ish years old and still working fine.

I have a number of gas and electric yard tools. Sometimes gas is better and sometimes battery is better and it really depends on your yard. I love my electric chainsaw but I don't cut a ton with it. My electric weed eater is a pos and I'll use a gas one anytime over it.
I have gas Honda push mower and love it...had about 7 years now. I used to have a gas weed eater, then went to a Greenworks 40v dual line, never did great, 4ah battery wasn't enough to finish yard. Went to a ryobi 18v single line brushless that is night and day better. I am not a pro, but for what i need, the 4ah battery easily lets me finish my edging. What brand weed eater do you have?

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Aug 4, 2026 4:02 PM
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yahya777Aug 4, 2026 4:02 PM
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Quote from Find_A_Deal :
Here's the reality of an electric mower. The blades don't cut as well because they are thinner, lighter, and typically don't spin as fast. You can't hit sticks either, because the spindles and blades are thinner and lighter and more prone to damage. I'm not talking about anything big either, I'm talking about a stick 1/4" can cause serious issues. In 6 years you're going to need to replace the batteries, 10 if your really lucky. The batteries are so expensive you'll probably just want to buy a new mower. Conversely, if you buy a nice gas mower, you keep the maintenance up, it will last you 20+ years. I know because I have both. The electric was a novel idea, just not truly ready for prime time.
A new $2000 gas riding mower probably won't last 10 years, let alone 20 years like the old stuff. You have plastic transmissions and cheap stamped steel decks. The new stuff is truly made to be disposable, unfortunately. All of my new stuff is electric at this point. I paid a little more, but it is worth it for the convenience, and it works well enough for my less than 1-acre house.
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SensibleScene636Aug 4, 2026 4:40 PM
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I've literally been putting my email address on the get notified when back in stock list for two years now, that's how bad I want this mower. I even called Ryobi customer support a few years ago right after they were discontinued and asked if they would be coming back in stock, I have no idea why but the guy was really rude and told me NO! I checked about two dozen stores in the Detroit area but no luck. My current rider is from 1996 and I want to replace it with an electric, this is the exact mower I want.
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munkleAug 4, 2026 8:06 PM
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Quote from carlson03 :

I have gas Honda push mower and love it...had about 7 years now. I used to have a gas weed eater, then went to a Greenworks 40v dual line, never did great, 4ah battery wasn't enough to finish yard. Went to a ryobi 18v single line brushless that is night and day better. I am not a pro, but for what i need, the 4ah battery easily lets me finish my edging. What brand weed eater do you have?
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Quote from leonshere :
Should have got the Ego. Got mine on clearance for 1500.

I mow an acre of tough growth I'm maintaining after clearing it and I treat the zero turn like a mini brush hog. It has taken a beating for years and I've had to do 0 maintenance or repairs besides blades. I may want one with tech advancements in 10 years, but I have amassed 15 batteries so far with various tool deals and marketplace finds so no worries about forced upgrade if you're in the system. Very happy to not have to deal with gas maintenance, repairs, fumes, containers, etc anymore.
i have an electric ryobi.....its been great...actually im in the ryobi ecosystem..crapping on the battery sitiation ridiculous because tools come batteries..and if you watch the sales you can get batteries free
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Quote from SensibleScene636 :
I've literally been putting my email address on the get notified when back in stock list for two years now, that's how bad I want this mower. I even called Ryobi customer support a few years ago right after they were discontinued and asked if they would be coming back in stock, I have no idea why but the guy was really rude and told me NO! I checked about two dozen stores in the Detroit area but no luck. My current rider is from 1996 and I want to replace it with an electric, this is the exact mower I want.
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junior_vwAug 4, 2026 10:52 PM
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Quote from Find_A_Deal :
Here's the reality of an electric mower. The blades don't cut as well because they are thinner, lighter, and typically don't spin as fast. You can't hit sticks either, because the spindles and blades are thinner and lighter and more prone to damage. I'm not talking about anything big either, I'm talking about a stick 1/4" can cause serious issues. In 6 years you're going to need to replace the batteries, 10 if your really lucky. The batteries are so expensive you'll probably just want to buy a new mower. Conversely, if you buy a nice gas mower, you keep the maintenance up, it will last you 20+ years. I know because I have both. The electric was a novel idea, just not truly ready for prime time.
I've never had issues with my Ryobi battery riding mower. Its one of the early models. Sure the lead acid batteries will die. I replaced with lithium ion and it's been running better than new going on 7 or 8 years. I expect it'll go another 10 years.
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Makita
Odd, always thought they were pretty good.

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Aug 6, 2026 2:31 AM
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skurskuuurAug 6, 2026 2:31 AM
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The problem with peoples gasoline vs electric mower comparisons is that they're comparing them to gasoline mowers built 20-30 years ago claiming that they ran for that long. The issue with that comparison is that now everything is built with only a fraction of the quality. You really think a $2000 Craftsman Riding Mower with a cheap engine and a non-servicable transmission is going to last as long as the mowers built then - and any longer than an Electric Ryobi?
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