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Guide to Helping You Choose the Right Lawn Mower

From compact city sections to lifestyle blocks, we’ve got a mower that fits your lawn, your schedule and your budget. At STIHL Shop Mount Maunganui you’ll find STIHL battery lawn mowers, Masport petrol mowers, ride-ons (including zero-turns), and robotic mowers—plus the workshop support to keep them humming for years.

Below is a clear guide to Stihl Shop lawn mower options, how they differ, and how to choose the right one.

Battery Lawn Mowers (quiet, push-button convenience)

Best for: small to medium lawns, low maintenance, tidy suburbs.

Why people choose them

• Start with a button, not a pull-cord

• Low noise and no petrol to store

• Minimal maintenance—just sharpen/replace the blade and keep the deck clean

• Many models offer catch, mulch and side-discharge in one

What affects the price/tier

• Cutting width (faster on bigger lawns)

• Whether it’s tool-only or a kit (battery + charger included)

• Battery system (entry vs pro-grade) and Eco/efficiency modes

• Self-propel vs push

Who it suits

• Townhouses and urban sections up to ~600–800 m² (model dependent)

• Anyone who wants quick set-up and very little upkeep

Petrol Lawnmowers (Masport President® series)

Best for: buyers who want simple refuel-and-go power or have thicker, longer grass.

Why people choose them

• Strong performance in tough or damp grass

• Widely available parts and blades

• Options for catching, mulching, or combo decks

• Self-propelled models reduce effort on slopes

What affects the price/tier

• Alloy vs steel deck, engine size, self-propel drive, and combo functions

• Comfort features like easy height adjustment and larger catchers

Who it suits

• Medium to larger lawns, mixed terrain, heavier growth or less frequent mowing routines

Ride-On Mowers

Perfect for larger properties where a walk-behind isn’t practical. Your first decision: how do you want to handle clippings and how tight do you need to turn?

Zero-Turn Ride-Ons

Best for: properties with many trees, gardens and obstacles.

Why: independent wheel control gives an ultra-tight turning radius for fast, precise mowing.

Look for: fabricated decks, comfortable seats, robust transmissions, and deck widths matched to your gates and garden beds.

Side-Discharge Ride-Ons

Best for: large areas you mow frequently.

Why: fastest way to cover ground; clippings are ejected to the side for even dispersal.

Tip: pair with an occasional mulch kit or tidy-up pass if you let grass get long.

Rear-Catch Ride-Ons

Best for: formal lawns and leaf-prone areas.

Why: catcher systems leave a clean, stripe-ready finish with minimal clippings to rake.

Look for: large catcher capacity, easy emptying, and adjustable cutting heights.

Robotic Lawnmowers (hands-off perfection)

Best for: people who want a consistently neat lawn with minimal time investment.

Why people choose them

• Set-and-forget schedules; mows little and often for carpet-like results

• Mulches as it cuts, naturally feeding the lawn

• Quiet operation and small daily clippings mean no visible mess

What affects the price/tier

• Lawn size capacity (boundary length and m²), slope capability, connectivity/app features, docking/charging tech and security features

How to Choose in 3 Steps

1. Measure your lawn & note obstacles

• Rough m², gate widths, narrow passages, trees/gardens, slopes.

2. Decide your clipping style

• Catch for a pristine finish, mulch for lawn health, side-discharge for speed, or a combo deck for flexibility.

3. Match power and width to your routine

• If you mow weekly and value low noise → Battery

• If you mow less often or cut lush grass → Petrol

• If you’ve got a big block → Ride-on or Zero-Turn

• If you’d rather the lawn “just stays short” → Robotic

Service & Support (why buy here)

• Local workshop: blades, belts, batteries, chargers, engines—we service what we sell

• Expert matching: bring photos or your lawn size and we’ll recommend the right deck width, power and features

• Parts & accessories: mulch kits, extra batteries, chargers, catcher upgrades and more

• Aftercare advice: storage, cleaning, sharpening and safety

Ready to Compare Models and Pricing?

Pop in to STIHL Shop Mount Maunganui or get in touch. We’ll walk you through the current line-up (battery, petrol, ride-on, robotic), explain the feature differences and price tiers, and set you up with the mower that suits your lawn—and your weekends.

STIHL Shop Mount Maunganui

Your local specialists for battery lawn mowers, petrol lawn mowers, ride-ons and robotic mowers—plus genuine servicing to keep them cutting clean.

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Stihl battery lawn mower
November 11, 2025
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