Makita XML11CT1 36V (18V X2) LXT® 21" Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah)
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Makita
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Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers
AVERAGE
71
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
The AVERAGE (71) Winnowl Index flags that while the Makita XML11CT1 36V (18V X2) LXT® 21" Self-Propelled Lawn Mower delivers on hardware, the cost you pay for that performance is very high. The Strong Performance might be a highlight, but both the Mediocre Value and the Average Brand Strength suggest you should proceed with caution. While the Makita XML11CT1 36V (18V X2) LXT® 21" Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Kit with 4 Batteries (5.0Ah) hits 4 count for the Number of Batteries means you should effectively eliminate any risk of downtime on massive yards by enabling a perpetual charge-and-swap rotation, the $739.99 cost is 33% higher than other comparable Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers. Unless you absolutely can't find the Performance you need anywhere else, you should look at different Battery Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers to avoid spending 33% more for a 23% drop in value efficiency.
Market Value Index
Mediocre
$739.99
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
Our audit identifies Mediocre Value because the $739.99 investment returns 23% less utility than the $557.27 baseline.
Performance Rating
Strong
With a Performance rating 3% above the average, the Makita XML11CT1 36V (18V X2) LXT® 21" Self-Propelled Lawn Mower shows its strength through a Number of Batteries of 4 count that enables you should effectively eliminate any risk of downtime on massive yards by enabling a perpetual charge-and-swap rotation, while the Battery Voltage of 36 V acts as a bottleneck for you might lack the torque needed to maintain blade speed when cutting thick, damp, or overgrown grass.
Brand Strength
Average
The Average Brand Strength of Makita is a combination of the Average Brand Trust and Strong Brand Reliability.
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$739.99
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Batteries | 4 count | Exceptional | 142% better | High-capacity battery bundle. Engineered to eliminate downtime through a constant rotation of fresh cells. |
| Battery Voltage | 36 V | Weak | 40% worse | Low-pressure power system. Prone to motor stalls when propulsion and blade load peak simultaneously. |
| Total Run Time | 50 minutes | Average | 10% worse | Standard suburban endurance. Rated for roughly 1/4 acre under normal conditions. |
| Charging Time | 45 mins | Strong | 46% better | Rapid-recovery circuit. Allows for a full battery cycle in under an hour. |
| Warranty | 3 Years | Mediocre | 22% worse | Standard residential protection. Covers the machine through the initial years of typical seasonal use. |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | 8 settings | Strong | 18% better | High-precision adjustment rack. Allows for fine-tuning based on grass species and regional moisture levels. |
| Battery Capacity | 5 Ah | Average | 8% worse | Standard suburban capacity. Balanced for roughly 45-60 minutes of runtime. |
| Cutting Width | 21 inches | Average | 2% worse | Standard residential deck width. Balanced for efficiency and maneuverability through most garden gates. |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #25 out of 40.
- Performance Rank: #16 out of 40.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Premium
Strengths
- This model offers the fastest Charging Time in its class at 45 mins, significantly faster than the class average of 82.65 mins.
- This model offers the most Number of Batteries in its class at 4 batteries, significantly above the class average of 1.65.
Neutral
- A Battery Capacity of Ah is about average 5.46 Ah but below the class max of 12 Ah.
- A Cutting Width of inches is about average (21.40 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 26 inches.
- A Total Run Time of minutes is about average (55.78 minutes) but not as long as the class max of 90 minutes.
- A Cutting Height Adjustment of settings is about average (6.80 settings) but not as many as the class max of 10 settings.
Weaknesses
- Lowest Battery Voltage in its class at 36 V, well below the class high at 84 V.
- The Years warranty is in the bottom 10%, offering minimal long-term protection.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makita XML11CT1 36V (18V X2) LXT® 21" Self-Propelled Lawn Mower |
AVERAGE
71
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Mediocre | Strong | Average | $739.99 | 50 minutes | 36 V | 5 Ah | 21 inches | 3 Years | 45 mins | 4 count | 8 settings |
| Kobalt 80-Volt 21-in Self-propelled Battery Lawn Mower |
ELITE
91
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Strong | Strong | Exceptional | $599.00 | 75 minutes | 80 V | 5 Ah | 21 inches | 5 Years | 60 mins | 2 count | 7 settings |
| Greenworks 82V 25” Battery Powered Lawn Mower |
STRONG
85
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Fair | Strong | Strong | $699.99 | 90 minutes | 82 V | 4 Ah | 25 inches | 4 Years | 60 mins | 2 count | 7 settings |
| PowerSmart 80V MAX 21" Cordless Lawn Mower |
AVERAGE
78
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Exceptional | Strong | Average | $329.00 | 60 minutes | 80 V | 6 Ah | 21 inches | 2 Years | 90 mins | 1 count | 5 settings |
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