Black & Decker
Electric Leaf Blower
Est. Price$49
9.9
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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2 year warranty
Leaf blower
Corded electric
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The Best Eco-Friendly Lawn Equipment
We vetted lawn equipment against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Here's what we look for:
- Electric or battery-powered alternatives to gas-powered equipment to reduce fumes and noise pollution
- Low-emission designs with no leaking fuels or oils
- Effective, well-reviewed designs from brands we trust
The Best Electric & Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment
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American Lawn Mower Company
4-Blade Push Reel Lawn Mower
Est. Price$89.99
9.8
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Highlights
2 year warranty
Lawn mower
Manual push
14 in
Greenworks
Push Cordless Lawn Mower
Est. Price$349.99
9.6
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Highlights
3 year warranty
Lawn mower
Battery powered
16 in
EGO POWER+
Electric Lawn Mower
Est. Price$624.99
9.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Highlights
5 year warranty
Lawn mower
Battery powered
21 in
Greenworks
Cordless Leaf Blower with High Power Brushless Motor
Est. Price$259.99
9.2
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Highlights
3 year warranty
Leaf blower
Battery powered
Greenworks
Brushless Cordless (Self-Propelled) Lawn Mower
Est. Price$549.99
9.1
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Highlights
3 year warranty
Lawn mower
Battery powered
21 in
How to Swap to Non-Toxic lawn equipment:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic lawn equipment:
What to know about lawn equipment
Lawn equipment like mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers varies widely in how it is powered and what you are exposed to during use. Gas-powered equipment produces exhaust fumes and often requires handling fuel and oil, while battery-powered and electric options reduce those exposures. Since lawn care is typically a recurring task, the type of equipment you use affects what you breathe in and what comes into contact with your skin over time.
- Gas-powered equipment generates exhaust emissions close to your face and body, making proximity and frequency important factors to consider.
- Battery-powered and corded electric equipment eliminates exhaust exposure entirely, which matters most for people who mow or trim weekly.
Review the equipment you already use
Take stock of your current lawn equipment and note whether each item is gas-powered, battery-powered, or corded electric. Focus first on the equipment you use most often and for the longest periods, since that determines your overall exposure.
- Check your mower first — it is typically used the longest and most frequently of any lawn tool.
- If you have gas-powered equipment, note whether it is a two-stroke engine (requires mixing fuel and oil) or four-stroke, since two-stroke engines tend to produce more exhaust.
Use your current equipment more safely
If you are not ready to replace gas-powered equipment, small changes in how and when you use it can reduce what you breathe in. These adjustments are especially worthwhile for tools you run for extended periods like mowers and leaf blowers.
- Position yourself upwind of exhaust when possible, take breaks during long sessions, and avoid mowing in still, windless conditions where fumes linger.
- Keep engines well-maintained — a clean air filter, fresh spark plug, and properly tuned engine produce less exhaust than a neglected one.
Choose cleaner replacements
When it is time to replace a piece of lawn equipment, battery-powered models are the cleanest option. They produce no exhaust, run quieter, and require less maintenance. Start by replacing the tool you use most frequently, since that swap will make the biggest difference.
- Look for battery-powered mowers and trimmers with lithium-ion batteries — many now match the runtime and power of gas models for typical residential yards.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved lawn equipment.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...