Worx 13-Amp 16-Inch Electric Lawn Mower #WG712
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(64 customer reviews)

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #8956 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Worx
• Model: WG712

Features

• 13 amp motor and 16-inch cut diameter deliver best power-to-cut diameter ratio
• Front and middle carry handles for lifting mower with ease
• Spacious grass box collects up to 13 gallons of clippings and detaches quickly for emptying and cleaning
• Ergonomic upswept handle reduces fatigue and improves control
• 6 position, 1 touch height adjustment mechanism moves from 3/4- to 2-3/4-inch

Amazon.com Product Description
The Worx electric lawn mower features a 16-inch cutting blade, a quiet yet powerful 13-amp motor, and can be used to mulch as well as to mow. Freeing you from oil and air filter changes and without producing harmful emissions, this electric mower starts easily with the push of a button. The mower's cutting height can easily be adjusted from 3/4 inch to 2-3/4 inches with a one-touch, six-position lever. The ergonomic, soft-grip handle reduces fatigue, improves control, can be adjusted in height for any member of the household, and folds down when not in use for compact storage; the mower's lightweight construction and built-in carrying handles make it easy to transport. The spacious grass box collects up to 13 gallons of clippings, includes a viewing window to determine how full it is, and detaches quickly for emptying and cleaning. This electric mower is ideal for small yards and homes with limited storage space.

Amazon.com Buying Guide
Five Tips for Buying a Mower
Choosing a lawn mower is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Let’s break it down a little to make the process easier.

What types of walk-behind mowers are there?
There are four basic choices: push reel, electric, cordless, and gas. All have strengths and weaknesses.

• Push reel mowers are powered by you. They’re quiet, they don’t need cords or recharging, and they don’t pollute. But on large lawns, you might not want the workout you get when using a push reel mower. They also tend to be less effective on grass taller than two inches.
• Electric mowers need to be plugged into an outlet to power them, which means you’re constrained by the location of power outlets, the length of your power cord, and any obstacles that may snag the cord. If you have a small yard but don’t want the forced exercise of using a push reel mower, an electric mower may be for you.
• Cordless mowers are powered by a rechargeable battery. You don’t have to deal with the hassles of keeping a cord plugged in, but battery life becomes a constraint. Depending on the battery capacity, the size of your yard, and the height of your grass, you may not be able to complete your mowing job on one charge.
• Gas mowers offer the most power, which is best if you’ll be mowing tall, dense grass or if your yard is larger than 2,000 square feet. But you will have to keep gas and oil on hand as well as keep the engine serviced.

What do all the power measurements mean?
All that matters to you is whether the lawn mower’s blade will spin fast enough to cut your grass. Unfortunately, mowers are rated in far more technical terms.

For gas mowers, there are three power measurements you may see:

• horsepower (hp) refers to the amount of power the engine can produce;
• torque is the amount of horsepower that is transferred to the blade;
• cc (cubic centimeters) is another to measure an engine’s power based on the displacement volume of its cylinders.

There also are two types of engines: two-stroke (also referred to as two-cycle) and four-stroke (or four-cycle). Conventional wisdom is that two-stroke engines offer more power but also more pollution.
For electric and cordless mowers, power often is measured in volts, amps, or watts. To satisfy your inner techie, here’s how to calculate the horsepower:
81. Multiply the volts by the amps to get the wattage.
82. Divide the wattage by 746 to get the horsepower.

More horsepower doesn’t always mean more cutting power. That’s why, starting in 2007, most lawnmower manufacturers began rating walk-behind lawn mowers in torque power or cc’s--not horsepower. If torque isn’t available for a gas mower, higher cc figures usually mean higher torque (and more fuel used per stroke, incidentally).

However, you don’t want to buy a mower based on the power measurement alone. Make sure it has the features, warranty, and quality of reviews you’re seeking.

What features should I look for?

• Cutting Deck
  This refers to the blade housing. The wider the cutting deck, the fewer passes it will take to mow a given area. However, consider how many obstacles there are in your yard. The wider the deck, the tougher it may be to fit the mower into tight spaces.
  

• Mulching and Bagging
  Want to collect your clippings? Choose a mower with a rear- or side-bag option. Want to leave clippings on the lawn as fertilizer? Get a mower that mulches. A "3-in-1" mower will mulch, bag, or side-discharge.
  

• Wheels
  Larger wheels mean easier handling, especially over rough terrain. If you can, go with at least 7-inch-diameter wheels in the rear--larger if your yard is hilly or uneven. Some higher-end mowers have front wheels on casters, which gives you an extremely tight turning radius.
  

• Height Adjustment
  Most mowers allow you to adjust the distance between the blade and the ground. Think about how much range you really need.
  

• Safety
  Many newer rotary machines are available with a lever or bar that must be depressed to keep the mower running (some models include a handy blade-brake that lets you release the lever without killing the engine).
  Also, look for models with a rubber flap at the back to block objects thrown from the blades. You should always wear safety goggles when mowing and follow all the manufacturer’s safety instructions regardless of the mower you’re using.
  

• Batteries
  If you’re buying a cordless mower, think about how long it will run on a single charge. Most batteries take several hours to recharge, so you want to make sure it’s going to get the job done before it runs out of juice. As a rule of thumb, a typical 24-volt mower will run up to one-and-a-half hours and cut up to a third of an acre; a 36-volt mower will go for three hours and cut up to a half an acre.
  

• Cord holder
  A cord holder is useful for keeping the cord of your electric mower out of the way when you make turns.
  

• Starters
  Gas mowers are available either with recoil (pull-cord) or electric starters. Newer recoil motors start much quicker than those you remember from summers past. However, go with electric if you can afford it: your mower will start with the push of a button or the turn of a key.
  

• Self-propelled or push?
  A self-propelled mower moves forward without you having to push it. All you have to do is steer. If you have a relatively flat lawn, save a few bucks by skipping this feature. However, if your landscape has a slope or an irregular contour, a self-propelled model may be the best choice. Rear-wheel drive tends to offer better traction.
  

• Variable Speed
  If you want a self-propelled mower, look for models with variable speed. This feature allows you to make adjustments within a continuous range so you can find the exact speed that’s comfortable for you.

What servicing and maintenance is necessary?
Always buy a mower that comes with a manufacturer’s warranty and follow the manufacturer’s routine maintenance instructions for

• Cleaning the mower after usage;
• Keeping the blade sharp;
• Keeping the engine tuned up (gas mowers); and
• Keeping the battery charged (cordless mowers).

While Amazon.com does not accept returns on gas-powered mowers, the manufacturer’s Website or product manual will list the nearest service center.

What does CARB-compliant mean?
CARB is an acronym for California Air Resource Board, whose stringent air-quality standards have been adopted by many states. If your state requires compliance for gas mowers, confirm that your model is CARB-certified before you buy. While CARB-compliant mowers run cleaner than noncompliant models, they still emit pollutants. If you want to go green, an electric or push reel mower is the way to go.

From the Manufacturer
The Worx electric lawn mower features a 16-inch cutting blade, a quiet yet powerful 13-amp motor and can be used to mulch as well as to mow. With this exceptional power-to-cut-diameter ratio the WG712 cuts clean and precise leaving you with a beautifully manicured lawn. Freeing you from oil and air filter changes and without producing harmful emissions, this electric mower starts easily with the push of a button. The mower's cutting height can easily be adjusted from 3/4 inch to 2-3/4 inches with a one-touch, six-position lever. The ergonomic, soft-grip handle reduces fatigue, improves control, can be adjusted in height for any member of the household, and folds down when not in use for compact storage; the mower's lightweight construction and built-in carrying handles make it easy to transport. The spacious grass box collects up to 13 gallons of clippings, includes a viewing window to determine how full it is, and detaches quickly for emptying and cleaning. This electric mower is ideal for small yards and homes with limited storage space.

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Customer Reviews

Great little mower for the urban yard!
Ok, I confess. I was a bit skeptical, especially when I realized the Worx electric mower was only 16" wide-- I'm replacing a 20" Snapper. Even a little more skeptical when I pulled it out of the box-- I never, ever imagined a lawn mower could appear like something half space-ship, half cartoon in real life and still do a decent job-- but it looks very cool and modern! Then I noticed those familiar styled little plastic wheels that used to adorn my kids' Big Wheel trikes-- another strike. Finally, I flustered trying to "snap" together the 2-piece plastic grass-catcher.

But not to worry-- really, this is a "positive" review.

Once I got over all that and pulled the machine out onto my small urban front and back lawn, all doubts blew away.

The Worx 16-inch mower "works" like a dream (couldn't resist that). The 16" swath it cut was just right for my two 12x15' patches of grass. The 13 amps were perfect to cut my overgrown semi-wet grass without any trouble at all. I was relieved to discover the mower engine has a not-too-loud blower sound a little like a turbine. That seems to be less obnoxious than other electric mowers reviewed on Amazon. And the cutter deck height was simple to change with their single lever 6-height adjustment feature.

I stored the catcher untouched in my small garage. Using the mulcher attachment, most of the grass easily & cleanly worked its way back into the lawn with little obvious mess. About only thing that needs improvement here is use of a small black plastic clip to hold the attachement in. I'm sure that will eventually be lost.

As far as the "Big Wheels" go-- I wish it had real rubber ones, but so far the mower performance has eclipsed any complaints I might have had initially. I also am not impressed with their catcher-- I'd much rather see a 1-piece molded plastic version on future models.

So, as of its first use, I love my new mower and have happily laid my old smoking Snapper to rest. I'll report back after the summer has past with my final evaluation.

Probably the most powerful electric mower, but with flaws
Although my lawn is small, it has a type of drought resistant fescue grass that is dense and rather tough -- especially in spring when stalks develop. Knowing this, I looked for an electric mower with the highest power rating. The battery-powered ones have virtually useless ratings, such as a promise to run long enough to cut the lawn in a quarter acre yard. I doubted that a battery powered one would have enough power to handle my grass.

The corded electric ones like the Worx are rated according to amps. Unless you are technically qualified in electrical power, it's hard to compare that to the horsepower ratings of gasoline powered mowers, but the Worx had the highest ampere rating that I could find. It does a reasonable job on the fescue, although the motor lugs appreciably if the grass is more than about 3 inches high, requiring that I go very slowly.

It is made in China (surprise!) and like many foreign made products that require assembly, the instructions consist of small, poor quality diagrams with poorly coordinated verbal explanations. Fortunately, the actual assembly is not too complicated once you exercise independent reasoning as to which part connects where.

The mower is so light in weight that it tends to "float up" over heavy grass, resulting in some patchiness in the height of cut. This could be improved by making the machine heavier. The ease of pushing would be improved with larger diameter wheels. I plan to add some weight to mine to correct this.

EASY TO USE AND BETTER THAN BLACK
I'll try to keep this short and simple... Before I got the Worx mower I purchased the Black & Decker MM875 19" Lawn Hog (corded) - used it once - and returned it the next day. Not what I was expecting or hoping for... I purchased the Worx 13-amp 16-Inch Electric Lawn Mower #WG712 on Amazon. Right out of the box when compared to the Black & Decker it is better looking machine. The Worx is lighter and smaller making it a lot easier to use and maneuver. Yeah, it is only a 16 inch blade, but combine that with 13 amps (instead of the Black & Decker 12 amp motor on a 19" blade) and you get plenty of cutting power. I figure because it was so easy to maneuver around various landscape boulders and such, it ended up being just as quick as a larger machine.

The Worx height adjustment was well sprung and easier to use since it had a large knob that was right on top of the machine - and it is numbered - unlike the Black & Decker. In general I thought the Black & Decker was bigger and heavier than it needs to be making it harder to maneuver. The Black & Decker's height adjustment on the front side wheel wasn't very convenient and it wasn't numbered. Further, the Black & Decker didn't cut as short as I'd like. The Worx cuts down to ¾ ". At 12 amps the Black & Decker appeared to have sufficient power - but did slow down on a number of areas on my lawn.

Looking at both machines from underneath, the Worx has a double-lined body that covers the blade area - the Black & Decker did not. If something was to go really wrong with one of these two machines, the Worx appears to have a stronger/safer build to stop debris from cracking the body or making its way through.

Another big difference between the two is the grass hopper. On the Worx it is hard plastic and hangs above the ground behind the mower - It does not drag on the ground. Pull up and back and it's off the mower. Dump the grass into a bag or trash can - bang on it to get all the all grass out, snap back on. It even has a little window so you can see how full it is. Very easy to take off, dump and put back on. The Black & Decker has a mesh bag that I found harder to use - just taking off and putting back on. Also, because it's a mesh bag when I went to empty the thing it tended to collapse as I tried to dump out the grass. Not like I can bang on it to get out all the grass, so you gotta' shake it out. Further the Black & Decker bag tended to drag while attached to the mower and based on the label sewn to the bag - it's expected that it will wear out and need to be replaced - The Worx hard plastic hopper looked like it would never wear out.

Overall cut quality is fine on both machines, but hands down the Worx is a much better machine for me. The Worx is lighter, more powerful, well built and easy to push and adjust - just easier to use, plus I'm helping the environment.