All you need to know about lithium-ion batteries for lawnmowers

Your one-stop guide to lithium-ion batteries used in lawnmowers — and other garden and home DIY machinery and tools 

It’s important to know what to expect with well used battery tools and machines. Think of it in terms of fuel for three to five summers. File picture

I was shocked. My 56V Ego battery for my mower was acting up. I have two, and I need two to get around the rugged slice of field acting it out as a casual lawn. The batteries came with the machine (the centre of my life from June to September). I went online to pick up another. 

Holy Divine cutting platforms — it was €275-€700, starting with less charge capacity. Tagged on there is the warranty, a mere 12 months. Short warranties are unusual in batteries of any kind, as your supplier has no idea what you’re up to with the battery and a dynamic machine. I’ll admit, I swing between fieldwork and horticulture, and it’s very hard on my battery-powered tools.