• Electric lawn mowers represent the latest in environmentally friendly lawn mowing technology, and may someday replace their more traditional gas-guzzling, carbon dioxide-releasing counterparts. Instead of relying on combustion engines, electric lawn mowers run on electric motors. While some power their motors with rechargeable batteries, others utilize cords that plug into standard electric outlets. If you are thinking of purchasing an electric lawn mower, consider some of the best-rated models available.
  
  

Earthwise 50118

• In a review that took weight, comfort, cutting area, efficiency, quietness, durability and cutting precision into consideration, the lawn mower review website Electric Mower Reviews and Buyer's Guide gave the Earthwise 50119 Corded Electric Lawnmower a score of 93 percent. The 42-pound corded mower features an 18-inch cutting width, a 12-amp electric motor, and an adjustable cutting height that allows you to trim grass to between one-and-a-half and three-and-three-quarter-inches tall. You can make these adjustments in increments of just over one-third inch using a convenient spring-loaded lever. As the above source notes, one of the Earthwise 50118's standout features is its collapsible handle, which allows for compact storage.
  
  

Toro 20360 e-Cycler

• The Toro 20360 e-Cycler is a 77-pound, battery-powered electric mower. As the product review website Review Sleuth notes, user reviews show that the mower is incredibly low-maintenance, which means that you won't have to worry about spending money on repairs. The e-Cycler's 36-volt battery allows you mow between 7,000 and 10,000 square feet of lawn on a single charge. And while it takes between 12 and 16 hours to fully charge the battery, after 3 hours it will typically reach a 70-percent charge capacity, allowing you to get back out mowing in no time. The e-Cycler also features a large, 20-inch cutting width, an optional rear clipping-collection bag and mulching capabilities.
  
  

Black and Decker LM175

• According to the product guide and technology review website Galt Tech, the Black and Decker LM175 is one of the top-selling models of electric lawn mower on the market, with dozens of consumers giving it perfect scores on online retail websites. The light, 35-pound corded mower comes with a 5.6-amp motor, an 18-inch cutting width and a lever for adjusting the cutting height to between one and three-and-a-half inches. Unlike other electric mower models, all four wheels move up and down on the LM175 when you move the lever, not just two. This allows for more even and accurate mowing. Galt Tech notes that consumers like the LM175's quiet and hassle-free operation.