Greenworks 40V 16" Brushless Cordless (Push) Lawn Mower (75+ Compatible Tools), 4.0Ah Battery and Charger Included
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MEDIOCRE
66
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
We just finished the audit on the Greenworks 40V 16" Brushless Cordless (Push) Lawn Mower and it landed a LAGGING (64) Winnowl Index, which is a score that unfortunately reflects more "brand" than "benefit" when you compare the high price to the average specs. This one hits the Average Performance and Weak Value marks, but because it's from a brand with Strong Brand Strength, you have to decide if the reputation is worth the extra cost. With the Greenworks 40V 16" Brushless Cordless (Push) Lawn Mower (75+ Compatible Tools), 4.0Ah Battery and Charger Included, you'll likely notice you should have just enough power to get the job done, but you lack a backup if the grass is thicker than expected since the Number of Batteries is only 1 count—that's actually 38% below what we usually see from the competition. You might want to do a hard pivot from this Brand Tax product because the 29% higher price tag results in 28% less hardware for your dollar than the class average—there are definitely better ways to spend your money.
Market Value Index
Mediocre
$299.99
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
Our audit identifies Weak Value, as the utility relative to the $299.99 investment is 28% less than the $232.67 baseline.
Performance Rating
Average
Compared to others in its class, this product's performance is 6% below the average and earns an Average Performance rating. The Battery Voltage indicates you should find the power sufficient for weekly cuts, maintaining consistent blade speed through most standard grass types, but you may find that the 1 count Number of Batteries means that you should have just enough power to get the job done, but you lack a backup if the grass is thicker than expected.
Brand Strength
Strong
The Strong Brand Strength of Greenworks comes from Average Brand Trust and Average Brand Reliability.
Available At
$299.99
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Batteries | 1 count | Average | 31% worse | Single-pack baseline. This is the entry point for cordless mowers, providing no hot-swap capability for larger jobs. |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | 5 settings | Average | 12% worse | Standard precision. Offers enough variety to handle the transition from spring growth to summer dormancy. |
| Charging Time | 120 mins | Average | 2% worse | Slow-recovery charging. Common in value-tier bundles where the charger lacks active cooling or high-amperage circuitry. |
| Warranty | 3 Years | Average | 2% better | Standard industry protection. This coverage aligns with the market average and offers a fair level of consumer security. |
| Cutting Width | 16 inches | Average | 3% worse | |
| Total Run Time | 40 minutes | Average | 3% worse | Standard duty cycle. This endurance level matches the average residential mowing session for most homeowners. |
| Battery Capacity | 4 Ah | Average | 4% worse | |
| Battery Voltage | 40 V | Average | 2% better | Standard residential output. This range represents the industry sweet spot for balancing battery weight with reliable cutting torque. |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #55 out of 45.
- Performance Rank: #57 out of 45.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Budget
Neutral
- A Battery Voltage of V is about average (39.08 V) but below the highest in class at 80 V.
- A Battery Capacity of Ah is about average 4.17 Ah but below the class max of 6 Ah.
- A Cutting Width of inches is about average (16.57 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 21 inches.
- A Warranty of Years is about average 2.95 Years but below best in class at 5 Years.
- A Total Run Time of minutes is about average (41.30 minutes) but not as long as the class max of 70 minutes.
- A Cutting Height Adjustment of settings is about average (5.68 settings) but not as many as the class max of 10 settings.
- A Charging Time of mins is about average 117.19 mins but below the fastest at 30mins.
Weaknesses
- At only battery, this is in the bottom 10% for included power components.
Comparison
| Name | Winnowl Index | Value | Performance | Brand | Price | Total Run Time | Battery Voltage | Battery Capacity | Cutting Width | Warranty | Charging Time | Number of Batteries | Cutting Height Adjustment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenworks 40V 16" Brushless Cordless (Push) Lawn Mower |
MEDIOCRE
66
|
Mediocre | Average | Strong | $299.99 | 40 minutes | 40 V | 4 Ah | 16 inches | 3 Years | 120 mins | 1 count | 5 settings |
| Kobalt Gen4 40-volt, 20-in Push Lawn Mower |
STRONG
86
|
Fair | Strong | Exceptional | $0.00 | 60 minutes | 40 V | 6 Ah | 20 inches | 5 Years | 180 mins | 1 count | 6 settings |
| PowerSmart 80V MAX 21in. Cordless Push Lawn Mower |
STRONG
80
|
Mediocre | Strong | Average | $399.99 | 60 minutes | 80 V | 6 Ah | 21 inches | 4 Years | 75 mins | 1 count | 7 settings |
| LiTHELi Electric Lawn Mower |
AVERAGE
71
|
Exceptional | Average | Average | $119.99 | 30 minutes | 40 V | 4 Ah | 17 inches | 3 Years | 120 mins | 2 count | 6 settings |
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