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Ryobi builds its mowers on the 18V ONE+ and 40V battery systems and sells them through Home Depot, so there is no Ryobi lawn mower on Amazon. Here is what the 2025 recall covered and the three cordless mowers worth buying on Amazon instead.

The best battery lawn mower for a small yard is a light 16- to 21-inch push mower on a battery line you can expand. The Greenworks 40V 16-inch leads for most yards, the Greenworks 48V 20-inch covers a bigger small yard, and the EGO LM2114 is the quiet premium pick.

The best lawn mower for a small yard is a light push mower with a 16- to 18-inch deck. The Worx 40V 17-inch leads for most lots, the PowerSmart EasyCut 18-inch is the gas pick, and the Greenworks 60V 21-inch self-propelled handles a slope.

The best robot mower for a small yard is the ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK, which maps a quarter acre with no boundary wire and cuts close to beds. The NovorikX X3 is the best at steering around toys and pets, the Sunseeker S4 is the pick under heavy shade, and the ANTHBOT M5 is the value route for an eighth-acre lot.

The best electric lawn mower for a small yard is a light push mower with a 16- to 20-inch deck. The Greenworks 40V 16-inch leads for most lots, the Greenworks 48V 20-inch adds coverage, and the EGO LM2114 is the quiet upgrade.

The best riding lawn mower for 1 acre is a 42- to 54-inch deck with enough power to clear the lot in one sitting. EGO TR4204 leads for battery owners, Husqvarna Z254F for gas buyers, and the EGO Z6 for tight turns.

The best leaf blower for a small yard is the BLACK+DECKER LB700, a 4.4-pound corded blower that clears a driveway on a single sweep. The VIBOGEN cordless runs on two batteries for grab-and-go jobs, and the MZK 20V runs the longest on one charge.

The best hedge trimmer for tall hedges is the BLACK+DECKER LPHT120, a cordless pole trimmer that reaches about 11 feet so you can skip the ladder. The EGO POWER+ HT2600 is the cordless pick for thick branches, and the BLACK+DECKER BEHT350FF is the budget corded.

The best string trimmer for edging is the WORX WG163, a lightweight 2-in-1 that twists into a wheeled edger and rides on two wheels for a straight line. The SEYVUM 12-inch is the budget 2-in-1, and Viabrico .095 line is the cheap upgrade that cleans up an edge.

The best gas powered chainsaw under $300 for most homeowners is the Husqvarna 120 Mark III, a 16-inch saw at about $220 that weighs 10.7 pounds. The PROYAMA 68cc is the one for firewood and bigger trunks at about $209, and the VEVOR 25.4cc is the cheap top handle at about $68.

The best chainsaw chaps are the FORESTER 437, a lightweight apron pair that meets the safety standards and stays cool in summer. The ZELARMAN 8-layer chaps add Class B protection, and the Husqvarna apron chaps are the brand-name upgrade pick.

The best wood moisture meter is the General Tools MMD4E, a pin meter that checks firewood, lumber, and drywall with a cap that doubles as a calibration check. The Klein Tools ET140 reads pinless through finished wood, and the RDINSCOS MT19B is the budget firewood pick.

The best chainsaw sharpener is the Sharp Pebble electric kit, which grinds every tooth at a set angle in minutes. The STIHL 2-in-1 Easy File sharpens cutters and depth gauges by hand, and the Oregon 410-120 bench grinder handles high volume.

The best electric wood chipper for home use is the AIVOLT 15-amp, which handles 1.8-inch branches and traps the chips in a 45L anti-blowout bag. The LawnMaster FD1503 is the lighter value pick that flips its blade instead of replacing it.

The best log splitter for home use is the BILT HARD 14-ton electric, a quiet plug-in machine that handles seasoned hardwood and knotty rounds. The Landworks 20-ton gas splitter is the step up for long sessions and green wood.

The best pole saw for tree trimming is a battery saw that reaches high limbs from the ground. The SEESII 2-in-1 leads for most yards, the Supstable 10-inch takes thicker branches, and the LETYANGER manual saw goes the highest for the least money.

The best cordless chainsaw for storm cleanup and firewood is a 16- to 18-inch brushless saw with two battery packs. The EGO CS1611 leads for most yards, and the SEESII 18-inch is the value pick when you want a longer bar.

The best pressure washer for a driveway balances PSI, water flow, and how far you have to drag it. The Westinghouse ePX3500 leads for most concrete, with a 3,000 PSI model for heavy stains and a compact pick for small slabs.

The best above ground sprinkler system for a large yard is the Eden 98063 Flex Design kit, which spreads four adjustable heads and a 50-foot hose across a shaped lawn. The Acostop 4-piece set covers the most ground per dollar, and the Melnor kit is the tidy value option.

The best lawn core aerator for most home lawns is the Xuperace Core Aerator, because its side-eject ramp pushes soil plugs out instead of letting them jam in the tines. The Zalawn 3-tine tool is the value pick near $40, and the LawnVigor is the light one for small yards.

The best fertilizer for Bermuda grass is Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food, which feeds warm-season turf without clumping. The Andersons PGF Complete is the premium fine-particle feed, and Simple Lawn Solutions is the liquid pick.

The best lawn sprinkler heads are the Rain Bird 1804VAN pop-ups for spray zones and the Hunter PGP-ADJ rotors for larger lawns. Here is how to match a head to your zone and pressure.

The best lime for a lawn is Earth Science Fast Acting Lime, which raises soil pH with clean granules instead of dust. A 5 lb bag suits small lawns, and a 25 lb bag covers a full yard.

The best soil test kit for a lawn is MySoil, a mail-in lab test that reports 13 nutrients and pH with feeding advice. The Rapitest kit is the budget pH screen, and the 140-test kit covers a full season of checks.

The best winterizer fertilizer for lawns is Scotts Turf Builder WinterGuard, which builds deep roots before winter. The Espoma Turf-Tone organic winterizer is the gentle pick, and the GreenView Fairway Formula feeds a big lawn for up to 12 weeks.

The best garden cart is the Gorilla Carts 1,000 lb steel utility cart, with removable sides that convert it to a flatbed. The VEVOR 1,200 lb dump cart tips to unload, and the BILT HARD 600 lb wagon is the light-duty pick for mulch and clippings.

The best lawn roller is the VEVOR 13-gallon push roller, whose sealed plug holds water without weeping. The Brinly 270 lb poly roller pushes or tows, and the VEVOR 400 lb tow-behind covers wide passes behind a tractor or ATV.

The best lawn sprinkler for a large yard is the Melnor XT oscillating sprinkler, which covers about 4,200 square feet of even spray on household pressure. The Melnor MiniMax spike reaches beds and corners, and the Eden 96213 covers 3,600 square feet for less.

The best organic lawn fertilizer is Purely Organic Lawn Food 10-0-2, a plant-based granular that feeds for up to eight weeks without burning. Jonathan Green covers more ground per bag, and Scotts Natural works in any season.

The best soaker hose for a garden is the Gilmour round 25 ft for raised beds and short runs. The Hourleey flat 100 ft covers long rows, and the Rocky Mountain Goods rubber hose snakes around curves and lasts for seasons.

The best grass seed for shade is Scotts Turf Builder Sun & Shade for a lawn that mixes sun and dappled tree cover. Pennington Smart Seed Dense Shade is the pick for a genuinely dark corner, and Jonathan Green Dense Shade covers a big shaded area.

The best expandable garden hose for most yards is the Flexi Hose 50 ft, which collapses to about 18 ft and stores in a bucket. The Flexzilla hybrid is the better buy if you want standard flow and a hose that never shrinks under you.

The best lawn aerator for most lawns is the LawnVigor manual core aerator, which pulls plugs instead of poking holes. The Walensee 15-spike tool covers small yards for less, and the SENVERT roller handles a bigger lawn.

The best lawn fertilizer spreader for most yards is the Scotts EdgeGuard DLX, with a 15,000 sq ft hopper and a lever that keeps fertilizer off the driveway. The VEVOR 60 lb walk-behind is the budget route, and the Scotts Whirl covers a small lawn by hand.

The best tiller for a garden is a 16-inch electric model for most plots. The Sun Joe TJ604E leads, the LawnMaster TE1216M is the value pick, and the Jardineer hand tiller handles raised beds without a cord.

The best garden hose reel for most yards is a retractable wall-mount with a slow, even rewind. The Giraffe Tools 130 ft leads, the VEVOR 5/8-inch is the value pick, and the Liberty Garden 514 cart rolls the hose to the far bed.

The best battery powered snow blower for most driveways is the EGO SNT2125AP, an auger-propelled single-stage that pulls itself and cleans to the pavement. The EGO SNT2416 two-stage takes deep snow, and the Greenworks 40V is the budget pick.