The cheapest way into an EGO self propelled mower, for lawns up to about a third of an acre with some slope.
Amazon $529The EGO LM2114SP is the better lawn mower overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The EGO LM2114SP leads on cutting modes, power and deck. The SKIL PWR CORE 40 20 in Self-Propelled wins on value. The SKIL PWR CORE 40 20 in Self-Propelled costs $110 less ($419 vs $529).
A low cost self propelled 20 in mower with a long warranty, for lawns up to about a third of an acre.
Amazon $419Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the EGO LM2114SP for cutting modes (3 ways to cut: bag, mulch, side discharge vs 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch), power (336 Wh of battery included vs 240 Wh of battery included) and deck (21 in deck vs 20 in deck).
- Choose the SKIL PWR CORE 40 20 in Self-Propelled for value ($20.95 per inch of deck ($419 with batteries and charger, 20 in deck) vs $25.19 per inch of deck ($529 with batteries and charger, 21 in deck)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every self-propelled lawn mower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EGO LM2114SP | SKIL PWR CORE 40 20 in Self-Propelled |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $25.19 per inch of deck ($529 with batteries and charger, 21 in deck) | 81 $20.95 per inch of deck ($419 with batteries and charger, 20 in deck) |
| Deck 20% | 12 21 in deck | 0 20 in deck |
| Power 15% | 53 336 Wh of battery included | 26 240 Wh of battery included |
| Cutting modes 15% | 100 3 ways to cut: bag, mulch, side discharge | 50 2 ways to cut: bag, mulch |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| EGO LM2114SP | SKIL PWR CORE 40 20 in Self-Propelled | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Deck width | 21 in | 20 in |
| Cutting height | 1.2 to 4 in, 7 positions | 1.5 to 4 in, 7 positions |
| Bag | Yes | Yes |
| Bag capacity | 2 bushels | 1.7 bushels |
| Mulch | Yes | Yes |
| Side discharge | Yes | No |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Battery |
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 6 Ah of battery | 40 V, 6 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 336 Wh | 240 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 50 min | 50 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Folds upright | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 50.7 lb (without battery) | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
