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Ryobi RLM36X40H40 review

Ryobi RLM36X40H40

CHOICE Expert Rating

83%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Very good catcher performance.
  • Quick-release handle.
  • Has carry handle.
  • Very easy to push and manoeuvre.
  • Excellent controls.
  • Very good cutting height adjustment.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Catcher convenience is OK only.

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
83%
Grass cutting score – catcher
87%
Grass cutting score – mulching
N/A
Ease of use score
79%
Vibration score
80%
Pushing score
80%
Handle score
70%
Controls score
90%
Height adjustment score
80%
Power source score
90%
Catcher score
68%
Battery life (min)
45
Noise at 7.5 metres (dBA)
63
Noise at user's position (dBA)
80
Max lawn size (m2)
749
Year tested
Pre-2019

Sustainability

Warranty (years)
2 years
Country of origin
China
Satisfaction score
81%
Reliability score
81%

Specifications

Power source
Battery
Wheeled or hover
Wheeled
Weight (kg)
16
Water resistance rating (IPX)
IPX1
Battery
Li-Ion
Battery model number
Not recorded
Battery voltage (V)
36
Capacity (Ah)
4
Charging time – claimed (min)
145
Cutting positions
5
Lowest cutting height (mm)
20
Highest cutting height (mm)
65
Width of cut (cm)
40
Closeness of cut to a vertical edge (mm)
140/15/15
Deck material
Plastic
Cutting blades
1 bar blade
Control position
Handle
Control type
Safety switch and two pull bars
Items supplied
Mower, catcher, battery, charger, starter key, screws and bolts for securing handle, literature
Website
ryobi.com.au

Cost

Price
$499.00

Features

Quick release handle
Rear deflector
Carry handle
Battery charge tester
Catcher
Mulcher
Other features
  • None to mention.

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