Lawn mowers and trimmers

Stanley Fatmax 2 x 18V Brushless Self-Proprelled Mower (SFMCMWS251 M-XE) review

Stanley Fatmax 2 x 18V Brushless Self-Proprelled Mower (SFMCMWS251 M-XE)

CHOICE Expert Rating

91%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Excellent catcher performance.
  • Excellent mulcher performance.
  • Self-propelled drive with variable speed control.
  • Quick release folding handle.
  • Built-in mulcher.
  • Adjustable handle height.
  • Brushless motor.
  • Has an energy saving idle mode which reduces the battery consumption when the motor is not under stress.
  • Suitable for all lawns, only some trouble with very tall grass. Battery life will we the biggest limiting factor.
  • Battery can be used to power multiple products across the brand's electric range.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Borderline catcher.
  • No carry handle.
  • Mower is supplied with two batteries, charger included in this kit can only fit one battery at a time.

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Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
91%
Grass cutting score – catcher
95%
Grass cutting score – mulching
100%
Ease of use score
84%
Vibration score
90%
Pushing score
95%
Handle score
80%
Controls score
80%
Height adjustment score
60%
Power source score
90%
Catcher score
82%
Battery life (min)
85
Noise at 7.5 metres (dBA)
56
Noise at user's position (dBA)
75
Max lawn size (m2)
1760
Year tested
2023

Sustainability

Warranty (years)
1 year (3 if registered)
Country of origin
China
Satisfaction score
Not available
Reliability score
Not available

Specifications

Power source
Battery
Wheeled or hover
Wheeled
Weight (kg)
23
Water resistance rating (IPX)
IPX4
Battery
Li-ion
Battery model number
SFMCB204
Battery voltage (V)
18 x 2
Capacity (Ah)
4
Charging time – claimed (min)
>60
Cutting positions
5
Lowest cutting height (mm)
35
Highest cutting height (mm)
85
Width of cut (cm)
49
Closeness of cut to a vertical edge (mm)
125/35/45
Deck material
Plastic
Cutting blades
Twin blades
Control position
Handle
Control type
Safety switch and one pull bar, with one pull bar for self drive and speed controller
Items supplied
Mower, catcher, battery and charger, built-in mulching plug, safety key, manual
Website
stanleytools.com.au

Cost

Price
$849.00

Features

Quick release handle
Rear deflector
Carry handle
Battery charge tester
Catcher
Mulcher
Other features
  • Adjustable handle height with 2 set heights.
  • Battery can be used to power multiple products across the brand's electric range.

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