Comparison Bosch ARM 37 06008A6201 vs Bosch ART 37 0600878M20

- Lawnmower. Classic wheeled lawn mowers in the form of trolleys with two or four wheels. They can have different types of engines; there are both non-self-propelled and self-propelled models. Such units are intended mainly for flat areas of small and medium-sized areas - for example, for caring for a lawn in the courtyard of a private house or a lawn on a city street. At the same time, a lawn mower is in many ways more convenient than a manual trimmer (see below): it does not need to be “carried”, and the design often includes a special bag for collecting grass. On the other hand, traditional mowers are not well suited for tight spaces, uneven areas and tall grass.

— Trimmer. A hand-held garden tool, a kind of mechanized analogue of a scythe. Consists of a motor, a cutting attachment and a handle(s) mounted on one rod. The small width of the working attachment allows you to work even in narrow spaces where the lawn mower cannot pass; with one stroke of the trimmer you can capture a fairly wide strip of grass; and you can cut at any height—including vegetation that is too tall for traditional lawnmowers. In addition, a special fishing line is most often used as a cutting attachment in such devices, which is not afraid of collisions with hard objects (although there are also models with blade knives). The disadvantages of a trimmer are traditional for hand tools: you have to constantly carry the unit on yourself, which can be tiring...during long-term work; and the cutting height has to be adjusted “by eye” (the exception is models with rollers - see “Advanced”).

— Rider (mini tractor). A self-propelled machine that the operator rides on horseback; in essence, it is a smaller and simplified analogue of an agricultural tractor. Note that although riders and mini tractors are combined into one category here, they are still somewhat different units. So, in riders, the engine is usually located in the rear, and the mowing deck or other equipment is in the front; Thanks to this arrangement, the grass is not crushed by the wheels before cutting, and it also makes it possible to work in hard-to-reach places (for example, close to trees). And in general, riders are quite maneuverable and well suited for cramped conditions. Mini tractors, in turn, are not so agile, but they are more powerful, heavier and more passable; the engine in such units is located in the front, the mowing deck is located below, between the axles, and additional equipment (if the possibility of its use is provided at all) can be suspended from below instead of the deck, from the back and/or from the front, depending on the model. The common features of riders and mini tractors are, on the one hand, convenience and comfort during operation (some models can even be equipped with closed cabins), on the other hand, high cost, bulkiness and significant weight. So you should pay attention to this category only if you need a mower for large spaces - it is in such conditions that riders and mini tractors show their best side.

- Haymaker. A type of lawn mower with a reinforced design, designed to work primarily in “wild” conditions, outside manicured lawns - in meadows, long-uncultivated and heavily overgrown areas, etc. In fact, such units belong more to professional agricultural machinery than to lawn mowers in the traditional sense of the word. Most mowers have a distinctive appearance: the body is mounted on two large wheels, and the front part houses a scissor-type cutting system (see below). This design ensures maneuverability on uneven terrain and allows you to effectively cope with even thick stems, even bushes and young trees.

— Robotic lawnmower. The most automated type of lawn mower: in fact, it is enough to set such a machine a program, release it onto the site and press the start button - the robot will do the rest itself. The simplest models use movement along random routes and obstacle sensors; more advanced ones can use a full-fledged mapping system (see “Functions”) and even systems for “smart” recognition of grass height and “memorization” of the areas traversed. Robots are generally able to return to the charging station on their own; Some models may even include solar panels to save energy and increase autonomy. At the same time, the efficiency and productivity of such devices is low; in general, robotic mowers are designed mainly for regular maintenance of already “cultivated” lawns.

— Combisystem. Structurally, such lawn mowers are similar to trimmers: they are based on a rod on which the engine and attachment are mounted, and the tool must be held in your hands when working (in the classic mode of use, like a scythe). The main difference between combisystems is the ability to install a variety of different attachments, thanks to which the functionality is significantly expanded. In addition to standard options like a paddle blade or a line reel, models of this type are compatible with attachments for mowing hay, trimming branches, and even cultivators. Note that attachments can either be included in the standard equipment of the lawn mower or purchased separately. Combisystems are useful primarily for small but complex areas, where, on the one hand, there is no need to process a large area, and on the other hand, one has to deal with an abundance of tasks of a different nature.

- Hovercraft. A rather rare and specific type of lawn mower that uses the principle of an air cushion: when the engine is running, air is pumped under the sole, lifting the entire device above the ground. Such units are not self-propelled, but they are very easy to move: there is practically no friction when moving, and you can push the mower in any direction, not just back and forth. At the same time, the air cushion requires high engine power and is effective only on relatively flat surfaces; and the ability to adjust the height in such models is limited, which is why they are so rare.

The minimum cutting height provided by the lawnmower — that is, the smallest height of grass that can remain after the passage of the machine. It makes sense to pay attention to this indicator mainly in cases where the lawn is planned to be cut as short as possible. In addition, the lower the minimum height (with the same maximum), the wider the height adjustment range of this model.

The maximum cutting height that the lawn mower can achieve is the maximum height of grass that can be left after the machine has passed.

This parameter is relevant mainly for those cases when you want to leave the grass on the lawn relatively long. In addition, lawn mowers with high cutting heights have a wide range of mowing adjustments.

The number of cutting height settings provided by the lawn mower. The more such settings (with the same adjustment range) — the more accurately you can choose the mowing height. Note that in some robots (see "Type") this number reaches 30 or more with a range of 30 to 60 mm; in other words, you can select the height to the nearest millimetre.

The cutting height adjustment method provided in the machine.

— Synchronous. Adjustment carried out "in one movement" — as opposed to the manual described below. In traditional lawn mowers, it is usually carried out by a lever that changes the height of all wheels at the same time; in other units, not the wheels, but the cutting tool itself, can be adjusted in height. Anyway, synchronous adjustment is much more convenient than manual adjustment, and for some devices (for example, robots and riders, see "Type") this is generally the only technically possible option. However, in classic mowers, such a system complicates and increases the cost of construction.

— Manual. The meaning of this type of adjustment depends on the type of device. So, for trimmers, this is almost the only possible way by definition: in them, the cutting height is regulated by how high the operator holds the working nozzle. In lawn mowers, manual adjustment means that you need to separately adjust the height of each axle, and even each individual wheel. Such systems are simpler and cheaper than synchronous systems, but less convenient to use.

Direction of ejection of grass cut by the lawnmower.

The main options for the direction of ejection are back or sideways; there are also models in which you can choose the direction. At the same time, we note that in classic units, the ejection back is almost always carried out into the bag(up to the point that when the bag is removed, the hole is automatically covered with a lid), but when the bag is ejected from the side, it may not be — this is convenient, for example, when mulching ( see above).

Also note that riders (see "Type") have their own specifics: in units with rear discharge, after removing the bag, it is necessary to install a special plug, and then the cut grass will simply remain under the deck. In some mini-tractors, a similar way of working (without a bag) is provided initially; it is also considered a rear ejection, although the grass does not flow backwards, but downwards.

A type of bag used in a lawn mower to collect grass clippings.

— Hard. Bags (containers) made of a hard material, usually plastic. Such a container is more convenient to unload than a soft one, it is more durable and reliable, but it weighs a little more.

— Soft. The advantages of soft fabric bags are primarily low weight and the ability to fold after hours, which can facilitate storage. In addition, the degree of fullness of such a bag can be controlled by eye without any special indicators. On the other hand, soft bags are very inconvenient to unload.

— Combined. Bags that combine soft and hard materials in construction; the upper part is usually made solid. This combination makes it easier to unload the bag and at the same time allows it to be rolled up quite compactly for storage.

— Is absent. The absence of a bag is characteristic of some varieties of mowing units — in particular, mowers and trimmers (see "Type"). In classic lawn mowers, it usually means that this model does not involve collecting grass — all cut vegetation remains on the ground. At the same time, most of these models have the function of mulching (see above), however, there are exceptions.

The volume of the grass clipping bag supplied with the lawn mower. Manufacturers select this volume depending on the power, performance and overall level of the unit, however, similar models may differ in this indicator. In such cases, it is worth considering that a larger bag takes longer to fill and needs to be unloaded less often, but it weighs more and takes up more space (even when empty). Mostly the difference in the volume of the bag is 5 liters and there are lawn mowers for 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70 and more liters.

- Self-propelled. In self-propelled lawn mowers, the engine rotates not only the cutting tool, but also the wheels of the lawn mower; thus, the user does not need to push it in front of him - it is enough just to set and control the direction of movement. This is convenient, but such models are more expensive than non-self-propelled ones. This is due not only to the complexity of the design, but also to the fact that such devices require more powerful engines - after all, power must be divided between the cutting nozzle and the chassis. For the same reason, a self-propelled unit will be less productive and efficient than a non-self-propelled analogue of the same power. However, some types of lawn mowers are by definition self-propelled - in particular, these are heavy professional models that would be difficult to push with your hands, as well as mini tractor riders(see "Type").

- Height adjustable handle. Possibility of height adjustment of the lawn mower handle, which allows to optimally adjust the device to the height of the user. This feature is especially useful for short or, conversely, tall people - by default, lawn mower handles are made for medium height, and it would be inconvenient to work with the unit without height adjustment.

- Piano wheels. The lawn mower has special, so-called. caster wheels (similar to th...ose used, for example, in supermarket carts). These wheels automatically turn in the direction of movement of the device, which significantly reduces the turning radius of the lawn mower and increases its maneuverability. At the same time, it is worth noting that this design is usually used only for the front wheels, while the rear ones remain rigidly fixed to the axle. So moving such a structure sideways still does not work.

- Flushing fitting. The presence of a fitting in the lawn mower for connecting a garden hose; usually such a fitting is located on the deck and is designed for a standard connector used in hoses. In accordance with the name, this function allows you to rinse the deck and blade of the unit, removing grass residues and other contaminants from them: just connect the hose, turn on the working nozzle and give water. This is much more convenient than removing the deck and washer blade by hand - especially when it comes to a heavy professional mower or rider (see "Type").

- Cup holder. The presence of a cup holder in the design of the lawn mower - a specialized stand for glasses and relatively small bottles. Such a stand usually has a characteristic recess where a container with a drink for the operator is installed. Often, cupholders are made in pairs, they are placed on a separate panel between the tubes of the handle of the unit. There are coasters in traditional lawn mowers and riders (mini tractors).