How long does a lawn mower last?
Typical lifespan
6–15 yr
A machine with rotating blades that cuts grass to a set height.
Typical service life before replacement.
How that compares
Lawn mower against things of a similar time.
Cheetah 8–17 yr
Dishwasher 7–13 yr
Sofa 7–20 yr
Green anaconda 10–30 yr
Lawn mower 6–15 yr
Microwave oven 6–11 yr
Capybara 6–12 yr
Defibrillator 7–12 yr
What that means over time
| Period | How many you would buy |
|---|---|
| Per year | 0.111 replacements |
| Over 10 years | 1.1 of them |
| Over a 30-year mortgage | 3.3 of them |
Lifespans are medians under ordinary use, not guarantees. Maintenance, how hard it is used, and build quality move individual examples a long way in both directions — which is why the range above is as wide as it is.
More about a lawn mower
- How much does a lawn mower weigh? 12–300 kg
- How much does a lawn mower cost? 150–4,500 $
- How loud is a lawn mower? 80–85 dB
- Lawn mower vs Generator Side by side
- Lawn mower vs Pressure washer Side by side
- Lawn mower vs Air compressor Side by side
- Lawn mower vs Jackhammer Side by side
Common questions
- How long does a lawn mower last?
- A lawn mower lasts 6–15 yr. Typical service life before replacement.
Related pages
- How much does a lawn mower weigh? 12–300 kg
- How much does a lawn mower cost? 150–4,500 $
- How loud is a lawn mower? 80–85 dB
- How long does a gas grill last? 5–15 yr
- How long does a propane tank last? 10–12 yr
- How long does a hot tub last? 8–25 yr
- Lawn mower vs Generator Side by side
- Lawn mower vs Pressure washer Side by side
- Lawn mower vs Air compressor Side by side
- Lawn mower vs Jackhammer Side by side
Sources
- Typical range compiled from manufacturer specifications — At One Place