Before choosing a lawnmower, you need to analyze the characteristics of you lawn, ie the shape, size and incline.

Technique
Mowing a lawn can seem easy but there is a technique to it. The best way is at right angles. A lawn that is square or rectangular is easier is to cut and gives a sense of
calm and order. 

Many lawns have things like trees and fountains, or obstacles that make it hard for the lawmower to get by. For best results first use a weed remover around the edges,
then use the lawnmower. There a lots of different types of these trimmers. The easiest ones to use are those that have a rotating wire.

How big is your lawn?
The size of your lawn is very important because it will determine the motor and model
of the lawnmower you purchase. If the lawn is small -less than 150 square metres- an electric motor will be enough to do the job, plus it is quieter.When you use an electric lawnmower, you have to think about which direction you want to cut in so that the cable does not get in the way.

If your lawn is larger than 100 square metres or you not have an outlet handy for an electric lawnmower, it is best to use a gasoline-powered mower. They are stronger and perform better. And they are appropriate for so -called naturalized lawns- lawns that have had work done on them, but then were left alone to return to their original state.

If you lawn exceeds 500 square metres, it is a good idea to get a self-propelled mower. This will avoid your having to do extra work.

The incline of the lawn is another important factor. If it is very steep, the mower should be diesel-powered and self-propelled because this kind of fuel helps lubricate the motor.

To determine the strength of the mower, you should know that the width of the mower and the strength of the motor should be larger if the lawn is big.

Basic characteristics
Once you have chosen your mower, before buying it make sure it meets a series of basic norms:
- The blade should stop even if the motor is running: this allows you to go over areas with gravel or to empty the bag of cut grass without stopping the motor and starting up again.
- A sturdy body: this is important both for the stability of the machine and the safety
of the user.
- The height of the cut should be adjustable: in areas where the grass is tall, raise
the upper part of the mower so that neither the blades nor the conduit for the cut grass
are blocked.
- Dust-free basket or bag for the cut grass: should be large and accessible.
- Quiet
- A brand name, with maintenance service and ability to supply spare parts.

The latest in lawnmowers are ones that are battery-powered. They are quiet, and cut handle lawns up to 1,500 square metres with a performance of 100 square metres/hour.