I have the speed IQ. My yard is about a third of an acre with a hilly backyard. Speed IQ has a learning curve. You can’t manhandle it like you do your heavy gas mower. Push it like you would a stroller with your newborn in it. It’s like you use your hands to let it know how fast to go and then just walk behind It. Took me mowing about half my yard before I felt I had the hang of it when pushing-pulling, turning around etc. I love this mower it’s so light and cuts so well I had about 51% battery left when I was done with my yard.
Nope. This model ain’t for me, and I was NOT impressed with the reviews of it. Now that said, your honest reviews are why I picked the LM2150…it fit the bill and did/does the job for me. I did still keep my gas mower that just needs a carb overhaul…however, that new sod needed mowing and would not wait for me to overhaul. Also I love the mower because it is not doing further harm to my hearing after being damaged around gunfire and explosions. Mower is 85dB (for my lawn and mower setting) and 92dB on concrete (my driveway). Does a damn good job and can’t complain.
Love th video my friend, can’t wait to see the test videos ion the spring and then i think it would b only good to see the ego mowers you have and put them head to head and see which one outdoes the others. That oiled be pretty cool
Ok... Honest review and my opinion only from a first time experience. This is my first venture into battery powered mowers. I just bought and used my brand new LM2167SP. I was using a 29 year old Toro Personal Pace mower that has proven to be a great mower. Has a few broken and rusted things (my neglect over the years) on it so I decided to make the switch. Pros: 1. Lightweight; 2. mowed my (good sized) yard and still had 55% battery left; 3. Much quieter than a gas mower; 4. No gas and oil to worry about. 5. The bagging system works great but fills quickly when using the mulching blades. Going to change the blades out for my next trial. I am debating returning it if I don't get that "vibe" that us weekend grass warriors get when mowing our yards. Cons: EGO, if you are listening, the Speed IQ function is crap! There are lots of similar reviews like this. It needs to be re-engineered or if it was software based, needs a critical update. It jerks the user all over the place and pops wheelies like it has a mind of its own as if someone has a remote control and playing a joke on you. My 29 year old Toro system worked fantastic as the personal pace function worked like a hand controlled variable speed unit. But I wanted to try the battery route... This EGO is a $1,000.00 lawnmower versus my 29 year old $400 Toro. Disappointed right now... Trying to give it a chance... And EGO... I bought your new IQ feed string trimmer and blower as well... Pros and cons of those will be posted on their perspective sites around here somewhere. I REALLY want these new things to work. Not there yet...
I don't need any type of self propelling. My yard isn't big enough to make it necessary. I have the very first Ego mower, going on 10 or 11 years now with it. It's not self propelled. I still use the same blade and battery. It still works like a charm, but if I were to want to get a new mower, maybe the LM2114 would be the way to go for me?
Im not a fan of the Ego self propel. If I ever upgrade I probably wont get one with it. When I do use mine (which is rare) I find periodically the rear wheels lock up and I'm unable to pull the mower in reverse. Its super annoying. And it can even happen when the system is "off".
I'm concerned how it performs up a hill where the wheels begin to slip and user has to push hard against the handle. Also when rounding bushes sometimes the operator needs to use only one hand to swing it around. How does it adjust to these situations? Someone below also mentioned going down hills. All of these are of concern if it requires touch.
I never see anyone review mowers of any sort on slopes and hills. My backyard slopes down to the neighbors and the side street so I'm wondering how the IQ would do going up and down. My current mower pulls me up which is nice but it only has one speed so it can be too fast at times. Just a thought. Like the videos👍
I'm convinced I really DON'T want the 67 ... Gadget destined to failed quickly .... I'll go for the 56. Keep it simple. Meanwhile, Milwaukee's self propel is years ahead of EGO's ... Anything I saw about auto-pace for the last 5 decades, I hate. Toro and all ... I prefer by far a steady pace ...
Give me points, condensor, and gravity fuel feed - NOT! I have an early Ego LM2102SP mower without the bells and whistles. It is 4 years old and runs well. I know Ego makes great products. I hope they over engineer all the electronics so they last. I had a Toro Personal Pace system that lasted for 16 before I gave it away since I have the Ego. The Personal Pace was basically a mechanical linkage that depended on your input of pushing forward on the handle as you walked faster. Simple and durable. Thanks for the video. I'm glad to see Ego recognizes you and your channel with these early releases.
Thanks for such a good video, you answered all my questions except one, the IQ sensor work with work gloves? I have to use them to pick-up pine cones from my grass.
As always, this is another great Review!!! Quick overall question. Where do you recommend for us to keep our batteries? inside the attached garage of the house (I live in Houston, and it gets really hot during the summer), or should I keep then inside the house? Can you make a video just about battery proper management and tips? Thanks again!
Do you think this works similar to Toro Personal Pace. Which self driving mower for the money seems best ? Is this IQ a worth while help if you were cutting lawns all day ?
Definitely some good questions I'm already starting to look at personal pace and speed IQ I might do a short video on it but I'd have to do another one in the summertime or the spring because right now the lawn is frozen and bumpy
I feel like if there was a disengage button or maybe you can squeeze the handle or something like that to make it disengage so when you get to the end and ur going to spin around it will be easier to do? Idk, I bought this and almost regretting it, before I even use it...
You were testing the 2167 in a straight line. How does the Ego speed IQ react when turning around? When using the 2135 do your thumbs get sore from pushing a button for the entire mow? Thanks for the review!
Seems like the speed iq is more of an assisted propulsion than a self propelled. Just from watching this, I think the wheel motor senses how hard you are pushing and assists from there. I am basing my thoughts off of my old Toro Personal Pace. The Toro is gas with a spring loaded handle for input to the drive system. Are the green handle inserts decorative , or are they a functional touch sensor?
I'm just curious how this new system will react while needing to stop going downhill. I would almost be worried that your own momentum might keep the self propelled going into a fence or a tree line.
@George W Even going downhill on slopes, with dense grass you sometimes still need to push. I would just be concerned that the system wouldn't sense you trying to stop fast enough. I could be wrong, I'm just used to a geared self-propelled mower that keeps a steady pace on declines, then letting off a separate lever to slow down like normal.
At this time if you need to make a decision, I would just tell you to get the XP. The reason why I say that is because obviously we haven’t been able to use the speed IQ to prove that it’s worth the extra money. I hope that helps.
@@TechMadeEzy Ah. Think only Lowe’s says select Cut X. Also I noticed their product descriptions are off some vs Ego website. Reminds me of buying a car with all the options.
Thanks for the video. I’m looking into the Speed IQ version vs the 2156. Do you like the IQ better so far? How jerky is the 2156 compared to the IQ? My before-mentioned Toro is officially done after 20 years and I’m looking for my next walk behind.
@@TechMadeEzy I looked at the IQ at Lowe’s tonight. I’m going to have difficulty spending that kind of money, but it looks like it may be nicer to operate than the twist throttle in the middle of the handle on the 2156. I will probably do it.
I just don’t know yet I definitely like to 2156 but until I use the speed IQ I’m just not gonna know. I’m usually not a big fan of self propel. I actually like pushing the mower but I always end up getting self propel anyway
@@TechMadeEzy the IQ acted fairly similar to the Super Recycler in how it stopped and was able to be pulled back. I looked into the 60v Super Recycler and it’s really nice, but the EGO outshines it in battery life. Also looked like the initial setup was a little tricky.
@@TechMadeEzy I bought the IQ today. It’s very nice. It is a little different feel than my personal pace gas mower propulsion. Much lighter and can hog some grass! Good first impression!
@Tech Made Easy thabks for the response. I used it for the first time today. I'm really not a fan of the Speed IQ. It just doesn't work right. Its such a pia to move around IDW have to return it, but I think im going to, which sucks.
@Tech Made Easy i think u meant to say did. This one is just as loose at the bottom as the 57, its the exact same mechanism. Also, the handle on the 50 (all others) is technically better. There are 2 clamps on the sides, not one in the middle. They found a way to make it cheaper (consequently easier to use, but cheaper 1 instead of 2 will always cost less). Anyway, the 2167 is not what I thought it was going to be. It is good, but it can be a lot better. We are guinea pigs at this point. U can offset the cost with YT i can't. You want them to one day make a deal with ya, I dont. This product is a dud as it sits. You'll see. Whether ur honest or not about it, we'll see.
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