Fuel your gardening dreams: the best petrol lawnmowers of 2024

A sensational all-around petrol lawnmower for practically anyone, in no small part thanks to its affordability, the Webb WER410SP 132cc lawn mower is the perfect tool for battling an overgrown garden, thick with weeds.

Loaded with a 132cc petrol engine, with a solid 0.8-litre capacity, you can expect the Webb WER410SP to cover a huge amount of ground on a single tank, it's just that good. For those seeking absolute precision whilst mowing, the Webb WER410SP has cutting height adjustment from 25-7 mm, which is a level of control rarely seen amongst moderately priced petrol lawnmowers.

Don't like the look of strewn grass atop your lawn? Catch it with the good-sized 45-litre catch bag, ideal for day-long mowing.

We categorically believe this is the best petrol lawnmower of the year, but it's not without its nagging issues. For one, we'd love for it to be a little quieter in operation: at around 95dB, you'll hear nothing but the loud whirr of the rotary blade and the thumping engine when in use, so plan your day wisely.

That being said, the Webb ER410SP is a superb choice for anyone in need of a powerful, efficient, and well-priced petrol lawnmower suitable for any gardener.

When it comes to petrol lawnmower shopping, deals are far and few between - so we couldn't not mention the Q Garden 39 cm lawnmower. A great choice for smaller gardens and for those who prefer to traverse their garden at their own leisure, this hand-propelled petrol lawnmower is tough and quite capable of handling its own against bushes of weeds.

Certainly one of the lightest petrol lawnmowers of the year, we love the Q Garden lawnmower's manoeuvrability, as well as its solid range of cutting height adjustability. What's more, its 132cc engine certainly isn't anything to ignore: this mighty lawnmower tackles any terrain, be it sloped or rugged, all without breaking a sweat.

Of course, lacking self-propulsion isn't ideal, hand-propelled lawnmowers aren't going to offer users the comfort of automatic movement, but at its weight, you'll hardly notice either way.

Impressively well made for its budget price, the Q Garden rotary lawn mower is a smart choice for you and your wallet.

The breathtaking Powerbase 149cc petrol lawn mower: a step in the right direction for avid gardeners in search of the ultimate tool against dishevelled grass and unruly plants encroaching on your garden's borders.

Deal a quick blow to rogue flora with the mighty Powerbase 149cc, a powerful, and efficient lawn mower. Amongst its plethora of enjoyable features: its beastly 149cc engine, stocky 0.9-litre engine and self-propulsion, we particularly enjoy the Powerbase's sizeable catch bag, perfect for swift, effective gardening without any pit stops.

A showstopping lawnmower that is as powerful as it is aesthetically impressive, one detraction from its larger size is the Powerbase's loud, heavy design. More power means more engine, and it certainly has enough of it. This bigger, bulkier design is louder and heavier, making it difficult to store, and potentially bothersome to nosey neighbours, so be warned.

A true top-tier contender, the Powerbase petrol lawn mower should be your first and last stop if you enjoy efficiency in your gardening.

The top of our list for raw power, the WEBB WER510SP is reserved for the insatiable gardener, always looking for the best way to blitz their messy lawn and bring a little order to the wild chaos of an untended garden.

A huge 1.2-litre engine, an ultrawide 51 cm cutting width, a phenomenal cutting bag, and much more: there are few things that the Webb WER510SP lacks, as far as we've seen. What might be our favourite feature, however, is the terrific 173cc engine inside, which effortlessly glides through even the toughest grassy knolls.

If that's not enough, the Webb WER510SP petrol lawn mower has mulching capabilities, so you can help feed your lawn even whilst mowing.

With an engine of its size, along with its other components, you won't be surprised to learn that this is one of the heavier designs on the market. Reaching nearly 40 kg, you won't be picking up and hauling this petrol lawn mower any time soon, so purchase with caution.

All-in-all, we love the Webb WER510SP and its raw mowing power, it's certainly one to keep an eye on this mowing season.

Murray is a trusted name amongst green-fingered gardeners, and there's no mystery as to why. Phenomenally designed to catch each and every blade of grass from the largest of sprawling gardens, the Murray self-propelled petrol lawn mower's most impressive feature must be its 65-litre catch bag and mulching capabilities.

Even with a 161 cc engine and solid adjustable cutting system, the Murray petrol lawn mower's mulching options ensure your garden will be well and truly fed after fresh mowing. Its rear and side discharging system used to distribute garden mulch is perfect for maintaining a happy, healthy garden without any blemishes.

As typical with high-end lawn mower models, the Murray self-propelled petrol lawn mower struggles somewhat with manoeuvrability and storage optionality thanks to its heavy size, which can make narrow spots in gardens almost impossible to reach. This lawn mower was designed to handle huge swathes of gardens, however, and a great hedge trimmer might be worth considering for more confined spaces.

For day-long mulching, however, Murray's ever-reliable self-propelled lawn mower is more than ideal.

If you're tired of leaving tough-to-reach places to become overgrown, you're not alone: a great narrow petrol lawn mower is ideal for reaching those smaller spots and giving your garden an even, inviting look. Mountfield's SP164 has a cutting width of around 39 cm, which is smaller than most petrol-powered lawnmowers on the market this year.

This narrow cutting width gives gardeners plenty more control over smaller spaces and is less likely to cause any damage to the blades themselves whilst in use. Damage to the blades, however, are considerably less likely with the Mountfield SP164: its solid hardened steel blade is made to endure potential mistakes such as hitting rocks or mowing over choppy ground.

If we were to nitpick, we'd point out that covering a larger garden with a narrower cutting blade is going to take longer than it might on a lawn mower with a much wider blade. If you're looking for narrow cutting, then this certainly is the petrol lawn mower for you, but you've got to be prepared for some setbacks too.

A lightweight, well-designed lawn mower that'll handle smaller crevices and larger lawns alike, the Mountfield SP164 is a great choice for anyone, even those on a budget.

A luxury few can afford, but it's nonetheless worth mentioning: why push your lawn mower when you can drive your lawn mower? This lavish petrol lawn mower is made to take on the most sprawling garden landscapes with absolute ease and precision, all the backache of wheeling a heavy lawn mower.

Gorgeously designed, comfortable and downright excellent at ploughing through tangling weeds and other pesky plants, the Mountfield MTF 98M has an unbeatable 352cc of engine power, and we can scarcely believe it. With a 6-litre fuel capacity, this bonafide vehicle is made to make short work of acres of land.

Without question, for most aspiring gardeners with trowels and gloves at the ready, the Mountfield MTF 98M SD is out of their price range and is simply unnecessary for a normal-sized garden. Yes, despite its exciting appeal, the Mountfield MTF 98M is far too expensive and large for most.

If, however, you are fortunate enough to own enough land to warrant a ride-on lawn mower, then the Mountfield MTF 98M is perhaps the best choice for you this year.

Yet another ride-on mower, but designed with a different purpose in mind: the Feider FRT-75BS125 petrol lawn mower is perfect for those mowing large plots of land who'd prefer to either take the cuttings away, or instantly turn them into mulch to keep the grass as green as can be.

Catch up to 170 litres of grass waste in one go with this fantastic ride-on mower, beautifully designed and engineered to sweep through acres of land in one go, all from the comfort of a driver's seat. Trim your grass down to a tiny 20 mm, with up to six positions to choose from, Feider's FRT-75BS125 lawn mower is a powerful companion for all of your gardening needs.

Once again, this ride-on lawn mower is a luxury, and isn't feasible for standard-sized gardens - it's reserved for those with swathes of land to maintain, and its price isn't for the faint of heart.

If, however, you've got deep enough pockets and plenty of land to warrant such a pricey purchase, you won't find a better mulching ride-on mower at its price.

At the other end of the price spectrum, the FUXTEC FX-RM4180 petrol lawn mower is a fraction of the cost of most mowers on the market, and scarcely sacrifices performance for it. Packed with great hardware, with a one litre fuel tank, a 45-litre catch bag, and an impressive level of adjustability, this hand-propelled lawn mower is a phenomenal buy for anyone sick and tired of battling power cords.

At 80cc, the engine of the FUXTEC FX-RM4180 certainly isn't the best - it's not going to give you the ultimate smooth glide that you might find on a more expensive model, but rest assured, mowing remains incredibly satisfying.

We particularly like the FX-RM4180's 18 kg design, perfect for easy storage and impressive hand control at a whim. A light design comparable even to the best cordless lawnmowers, the FUXTEC FX-RM4180 is a brilliant investment at a low cost.

Hyundai is probably better known to you as a car manufacturer, but its engine expertise extends far beyond vehicles. Hyundai's truly special 48 cm self-propelled petrol lawn mower is tough, beautifully designed for a truly enjoyable lawnmowing experience, and highly powerful - making it the perfect companion for gardening this year.

Probably one of the only petrol lawnmowers with cupholders, this seriously luxury petrol lawnmower has everything you'll need to tackle even the trickiest lawns with ease. Strong and dependable, this 139cc petrol lawnmower has some fantastic options for shearing your garden to the millimetre, and its self-propelled design makes for easy mowing of slopes.

We'd certainly note that the Hyundai 48 cm petrol lawn mower is one of the most expensive of our list, and it's a little troubling. At 139cc, it doesn't have the most powerful engine, nor the greatest additional features, and yet it's one of the priciest.

And yet, this petrol lawnmower bursts with quality in every feature, we can't deny it. The Hyundai self-propelled petrol lawnmower is a brilliant choice for the most invested of gardeners this year and is bound to mow on till your lawn is as perfect as can be.