Neuton CE 5.2 14-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Electric Discharge/Mulching/Bagging Lawn Mower With Removable Battery Review
Summary: If you have a very small yard (Perhaps 1000-1500 square feet of lawn) this could be a decent compromise for you, otherwise I don't think the 14" path and limited battery capacity will "cut it"
My neighbor has this one from a couple of years ago and I tried it out. It's smaller, lighter and quieter than the two cordless mowers we've used but that 14" path would probably be a dealbreaker for most people. When you consider that you will overlap each pass by at least 2-3 inches, you're really only cutting 10-11 inches on each pass.
+ Easy to maneuver
+ Quiet
+ Small
+ Super light compared to our B&D CM1100 or Toro, both of which weigh about twice as much
- 14" path!?!?!
- Pricey for what you get
- Hard to cut near obstacles
I've put a quick guide of the most popular models on Amazon. All info reported by manufacturer. Amazon won't let me put prices in my review, sorry!
MOWER............Path/Volt/Watt-hr......WT............COMMENTS
Neuton CE5.3............14"/24V/240......48#....Plastic deck, Removable batt.
B&D CM1836..............18"/36V/NA.......64#....Plastic deck
Greenworks 25092......18"/24V/480......95#....Self Propel, Removable Batt
Worx ECO WG780.......19"/24V/408......80#....Removable Battery
Haussmann CLM46NU...19"/24V/NA........94#....Haussmann who?? Metal deck
B&D CMM1200.............19"/24V/432......76#....Update to our old CM1000
B&D CM1936...............19"/36V/360.......72#....Plastic deck, Removable Batt
Neuton CE6................19"/36V/360.......88#....Plastic deck, Removable Batt
Earthwise 60120..........20"/24V/480......92#....Metal deck, Removable Batt
Toro 20360.................20"/36V/432......77#....Metal deck
>>Why SHOULD I get a cordless electric mower? They are super quiet, clean, and convenient. They aren't necessarily cheaper than a gas mower since they cost more up front but there is almost NO maintenance. (We spent over 10 years for a set of replacement batteries.) Corded electric mowers are a lot cheaper but then you have a cord.
>>Why SHOULDN'T I get a cordless mower? They weigh a LOT more than gas mowers so if you have a hilly lot or have difficulty with physical exertion, forget it. They don't have as much power as gas and re-fueling means charging for a few hours so if your lot is over ½ acre you may want to reconsider.
>>Why do they all come with mulching PLUS bagging? Electric powered mowers have come a long ways but mulching still takes a LOT more power than discharging, so bagging is pretty much a standard feature.
>>What is a watt-hour? It's basically how big your gas tank is - the more watt-hours, the longer you can mow before you have to recharge.
>>Is the cutting path a big deal? Yes - for two reasons. 1) The first thing manufacturers do when power is marginal is reduce the blade size, so I tend to see the smaller mowers as more likely to be underpowered. Second, when you consider that you have to overlap each pass by ~3", a 20" blade now effectively cuts 13% more on each pass. If you have a larger yard, you definitely do NOT want anything under 18" Also, my measurements show most mowers overstate their blade size by 1/2" (Our 20" measures 19-5/8, our 19 measures 18-1/2)
>>Why might I want a removable battery? If you have a large yard, this means you can have a second battery charging while you are using the first. A second battery typically costs 0-0 but it can make the difference between going electric or not. Finally, if you keep the mower in a shed that doesn't have power, a removable battery will let you bring it in for charging.
>>How long will my batteries last? That depends on your climate and usage. We had a small lot for many years and were religious about recharging right after use. We also live in a cooler climate (Michigan) so the mowing season is shorter. Our batteries lasted about 7 years. Most people should get 3-4 years easily but if you're careless and live in Arizona, you could probably kill the batteries in a year or two.
>>Why should I care about higher voltage? Higher voltage = more power, PLUS you can recharge the mower faster. With the same chemistry and current, a 36V mower will charge 50% faster than a 24V mower.
>>Metal deck or plastic? Metal rusts but with minimal care it's not an issue. Plastic ends up giving you a more stuff to trim since you can't cut as close to fences, etc.
If you've found this review helpful or have questions/comments, please let me know!
Neuton CE 5.2 14-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Electric Discharge/Mulching/Bagging Lawn Mower With Removable Battery Feature
- World's quietest rotary mower
- No gas or oil means easy cleaning, no engine maintenance, and safe storage without spills or fumes
- At only 48 pounds, the Neuton CE 5.2 is easy to push. Because there is no gas or oil to leak, Neuton Mowers are simple to store.
- Versatile 3-in-1 cutting options, includes a rear grass bag, side discharge chute and mulching plug.
- Easy to use 1-touch cutting height adjustment from 1/2-inch to 3-inch.
Neuton CE 5.2 14-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Electric Discharge/Mulching/Bagging Lawn Mower With Removable Battery Overview
Neuton, 14", Cordless/Electric, 3-In-1 Lawn Mower, 32A, 500W Motor, Removable, 240W/Hour, Sealed, Lead Acid Battery, 45 - 60 Minute Run Time Depending On Grass Conditions, Rear Bag/Side Discharge/Mulch Capable, Mulch Plug Included, Single Touch Height Adjustment Lever Raises & Lowers Cutting Blade From 1.2" - 3.0", 7" Front & 8" Rear Wheels, Only Cordless Mower Brand Designed To Accept Optional Trimmer/Edger Attachment, Perfect For Lawns Up To 1/4 Acre On A Single Charge Or As A Trim Mower For Larger Properties, Quiet Running At Less Than 80 DbA, Optional Spare Battery, Model #178781, Optional Trimmer/Edger Attachment, Model #243071, Replacement Blade, Model #243151, 2 Year Limited Warranty.
Neuton CE 5.2 14-Inch 24-Volt Cordless Electric Discharge/Mulching/Bagging Lawn Mower With Removable Battery Specifications
Environmentally friendly and exceptionally easy to operate, the Neuton CE 5.2 Battery-Powered Mower is the smart choice for smaller lawns. Selected as "the quietest rotary mower available" by the Noise Pollution Clearinghouse, the CE 5.2 can cut up to a quarter of an acre on a single charge. Furthermore, this mower accepts an optional Trimmer/Edger Attachment. This unique feature allows you trim and edge while you mow, and it’s only available on the Neuton Mower.
 | The Neuton CE 5.2
Battery-Powered Mower:- Features an environmentally friendly, easy-to-maintain electric design
- Offers 240 watt-hours of energy for cutting tall, thick grass cleanly
- Runs 45 to 60 minutes on a single battery charge
- Includes rear grass bag, side discharge chute, and mulching plug to give you options for clipping disposal
- Folds for easy storage and transport
| 
|
|
A compact, lightweight design and folding handle make storage and transport easy.. View larger. |
A broad, 14-inch cutting width helps keep mowing efficient View larger. |
The versatile CE 5.2 is clean, quiet, easy to start, and easy to maintain. View larger. |
The battery lifts out easily, and a single charge provides 45 to 60 minutes of run time. View larger. |
One Hour of Power on a Single ChargeThe Neuton CE 5.2 Battery-Powered Mower is a welcome relief from the arm-yanking pull-starts, noxious fumes, startling noises, and uncomfortable vibrations of a gas lawn mower. It starts every time with a simple push of a button and mows for up to an hour on a single charge--ample time for most small- to medium-sized lawns. Need more time? Unlike other battery mowers with built-in batteries that require you to stop mowing to recharge, the CE 5.2 lets you drop in an optional spare battery and keep on mowing. For added convenience, you can also use the CE 5.2 as a trim mower for larger lawns.
Environmentally Friendly Gas- and Oil-Free Operation
The key benefits of the CE 5.2 are that it works well without compromising the environment, and that it doesn’t demand continual maintenance. Because this mower never requires gas or oil, it won’t need a tune-up. Plus, it runs clean, meaning it won’t release harmful pollutants or carbon emissions into the air. Additionally, no gas or oil means easy cleaning and safe storage without spills or fumes.
Magnet Battery and 3-in-1 Cutting Options for Power and Versatility
This efficient mower owes its robust performance to a 32-amp, 240-watt-hour, 24-volt permanent magnet battery that’s both removable and sealed. The battery provides an impressive 45-60-minute run time per charge, depending on grass conditions. The CE 5.2 also offers versatile three-in-one cutting options and includes a rear grass bag (which holds one full bushel of clippings), a side discharge chute, and a mulching plug.
Lightweight for Easy Pushing, Adjustable Height for Greater Flexibility
Easy to operate, the CE 5.2 weighs just 48 pounds, so you won’t struggle to push it across your lawn. Additionally, a single-touch height-adjustment lever raises and lowers the cutting blade from 1.2 inches to 3.0 inches, giving you great flexibility.
14-Inch Cutting Width for Better Control and Great Results
Equipped with seven-inch front wheels and eight-inch rear wheels, the CE 5.2 is stable and sturdy, even when mowing around trees or shrubs or on rugged terrain. Its 14-inch cutting width lets you power through your lawn, leaving only manicured grass behind.
Truly Quiet Operation for More Enjoyable Yard Work
Because it runs on a battery, the CE 5.2 boasts a quiet running noise of less than 80 DbA. The low noise level makes operation more pleasant for both you and your neighbors. You might even be able to ditch those ear plugs for good!
Cost-Effective Design Saves You Money
The CE 5.2 saves you money year after year thanks to its low operating costs. The estimated cost to operate a gas mower (including gasoline, oil, spark plugs, filters, and tune-ups) for four years is as much as 0.00. The costs of recharging the battery over four years of mowing 28 times per year with a Neuton Mower is approximately .20. That's a huge savings!
Ready to Go Right Out of the Box
With the CE 5.2, you don’t have to wait to mow. It arrives with everything you need to get started right away, including the battery, battery charger, and rear grass-collection bag.
Optional Accessories for All-in-One Yard Maintenance
Neuton Mowers have attachments and accessories that give you options other mowers simply can’t. For instance, the optional Trimmer/Edger Attachment eliminates the need for a second piece of equipment and gives your yard and walkways a beautiful, clean finish. And for longer running time, you can also purchase an optional Spare Battery (model 178781).
The CE 5.2 measures 18 x 30 x 37 inches (WxHxD), weighs 48 pounds, and comes with a two-year limited warranty.
About Neuton: Simplicity, Ingenuity, and Responsibility
Located in Vermont, which was recently named by Forbes magazine as the USA’s greenest state, Neuton is dedicated to making the world’s most innovative and dependable battery-powered lawn and garden equipment. Designed for people who care about both the maintenance of their properties and the health of our environment, Neuton Mowers provide great results and reduce the noise and pollution of traditional gas-powered equipment. Neuton also gives a portion of its profits to community organizations that work to clean our air.
What's in the Box
Mower, rear grass-collection bag, side discharge chute, 240-watt-hour battery, battery charger, and safety key.
Available at Amazon Check Price Now!
Related Products
Customer Reviews
Great Mower & Outstanding Customer Support - J. Norton -
This is a nice little mower for our yard that is about .1 of acre. It is light weight and very quiet. I've had it for about 2 years now and everything works great. I got the string trimmer attachment which is a real time saver having two tools in one. I wish the mowing path was a bit wider. I did have a switch problem but, one call to customer service had a whole new handle bar assembly in the mail at no charge. These people stand behind their product!
As good as a Gas mower - Harland Taylor - Leominster, MA
This product is better than an electric mower with a power cord. The disadvantage of most electric mowers is the power cord hanging off the side. Another disadvatage is you are limited by the length of the cord.
With the Neuton mower there is no limitation by cord length. There is suficient power in the battery to mow most lawns with enough left over to assist your neighbor with his lawn. My lawn is small, and I take care of two lawns. One advantage of the Neuton mower over a gas mower is it is instant running without the need of a pull cord.
Today has to be good now that you're part of it.
Bud Taylor
I NOW love it. ** UPDATED ** - J. Zonick - Orange, CA USA
Ordered it from Amazon on Thursday within the time-frame for next day delivery. One clicked and waited. No show on Friday, ugh. Turns out Amazon says heavy items (never got the weight definition) don't go out next day, but that I'll get a "courtesy refund" of my Prime fee for next day (.99). Ok, fine. It certainly doesn't merit a bad rating for the product - but something you should know if you want this quickly.
I received it Monday and immediately took the battery out to charge it. No light. I insert it a few more times to make sure I'm doing it right (it's a simple mini-din on the battery that an AC adapter plugs into). No dice. I let it charge overnight, but the mower is as dead can be when I try to start it up. This is where it gets interesting.
I speak to Neuton (DW Power) tech support, and mention it to them. After asking the obvious quesitons, the rep asks me if I have a voltmeter. It's fairly presumptuous to expect a customer to have that skillset, but I just happen to. The adapter tests fine so it is obviously a bad battery. Shame, but stuff happens - right? So because my grass is taking over my backyard I practically beg to get it next day, and the rep says I can wait the 7-10 days from VT to CA, or I can PAY to expedite it. Wait a minute, didn't I pay for a functioning product? "But sir, I'm sending this to you for free?!". Wow. If I hadn't researched this mower to death to determine it would work best for me this would have been on the first truck back to VA.
I hope and pray that I'll never need to contact their customer "service" again.
I will update this once I actually get the battery and I can use the product.
** Update 4-23-10 **
I got a call two days after I wrote this review from DW Power explaining that they were overnighting a battery to me at their expense. Whether it was due to this review or not I can't say, but I was very impressed - but that was just the beginning.
After charging the battery for a half day, I set it in the mower and immediately the activity light on the front of the mower turned green. So far, so good. I set the blade height to the highest setting (3" I believe), put the bag catcher on, and away I went.
This mower is a dream. Not only is it quiet but it's easy to maneuver. It does a great job cutting, and after mowing both my front and back lawns (about 45 minutes) the battery still had plenty of juice (although you should slap it on the charger right away per the instructions). It's nice to know my yard will only need one battery. I also like the fact that the large handle breaks down and can be folded (and the mower uprighted) to conserve space in the garage. I'm glad I gave this mower a second chance.
