DeWalt vs Makita for Lawn Mowers: Which One Has Your Back?

Hey folks, I'm in the market for a new cordless lawn mower and I've narrowed it down to DeWalt and Makita. I've got a 1/4 acre yard, so nothing huge. I'm leaning toward DeWalt because I already have their drill and impact driver, but I've heard Makita's mowers are top-notch. Anyone have experience with either? What should I look out for? Thanks!

I've had a Makita 36V mower for two seasons now. It's powerful and the battery life is decent, but the build quality feels a bit plasticky. That said, it cuts through wet grass like a champ. My neighbor has the DeWalt 60V and he swears by it. He says the self-propelled drive is smoother. I'd say test both if you can.

Makita all the way! I've been using their tools for 15 years and never had a failure. Their mowers are built like tanks. DeWalt is for carpenters, not landscapers. Stick with the proven brand.

Hold on, let's talk numbers. DeWalt 60V has 7.5Ah max battery, Makita 36V usually pairs two 18V batteries. Peak power is similar, but runtime depends on load. I've seen tests: Makita gives longer runtimes on thick grass due to their motor efficiency. But DeWalt's deck might be lighter. Check the cutting width and height adjustments. Precision matters.

I just got a DeWalt 60V last week. Took me 20 mins to mow my lawn, easy. The self-propel is nice when going up a slope. Battery drained halfway, but I have two batteries, so no biggie. I'm not a pro, just weekend warrior. So far, so good.