Bosch Rotak 34R Electric Lawnmower (1300 W, Cutting width: 34 cm, In carton packaging)
Rotak 34 R
The Bosch Rotak 34 R is a lightweight and compact lawnmower with a 34cm cutting width making it ideal for medium sized lawns up to 300m² in size.
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Perfectly cut lawnYou are guaranteed a perfect finish thanks to the rotary blade and the advanced 1300W Powerdrive motor. The integrated rear roller also gives your lawn a lovely striped effect. | Lightweight and compactThis lawnmowers lightweight design makes it easy to carry and manoeuvre around the home. Its double folding handles and stackable grass box also make it easy to store at home. | Cutting edge precisionWith inset front heels and grass combs the Rotak 34 R can cut grass growing close to or over the edge of your lawn. This ensures that no uncut grass is left behind even when cutting up against flower beds, walls or paths, reducing the need for trimming. |
| Weight: | 11.1 kg |
| Dimensions: | 37.8 x 61.6 x 40.2 cm; 11.1 Kilograms |
| Model: | 06008A6172 |
| Part: | 06008A6172 |
| Colour: | Blue |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Bosch Home and Garden |
| Colour: | Blue |
| Quantity: | 1 |
A good product but ..........
It’s a good product but compared to the previous Bosch mower I had I’m left feeling a bit disappointed by the fact that the lowest cut setting is not low enough for a really fine cut. It means that after I’ve cut the lawn it doesn’t look as “sharp and neat” a cut as I’ve been used to and I find myself having to repeat the task within a few days which I’ve never had to do in the past. It’ll have to do now but I’d maybe look closer at the specifications before buying a similar product in future.
lack of help from Bosch
Iwas very furious with Bosch not being able to register on there website, it totally rejected my input of password.
I contacted them, and they were not interested. They need a big kick up the arse.
lack of help from Bosch
Iwas very furious with Bosch not being able to register on there website, it totally rejected my input of password.
I contacted them, and they were not interested. They need a big kick up the arse.
Lawnmower needed quickly.
Old version finally died – so this one seemed the best replacement at similar specs. The Lawnmower was needed quickly and DIY stores struggled during lockdown – and I mean post lockdown stock accuracy, not the fact that they were shut. Arrived promptly and was straightforward to put together. Have done half a dozen cuts and its working fine – what more can I say!
Lawnmower needed quickly.
Old version finally died – so this one seemed the best replacement at similar specs. The Lawnmower was needed quickly and DIY stores struggled during lockdown – and I mean post lockdown stock accuracy, not the fact that they were shut. Arrived promptly and was straightforward to put together. Have done half a dozen cuts and its working fine – what more can I say!
Decent mower and copes with our poor law
Our lawnmower packed up and we ordered a new one but had to send it back so went for this one instead as a neghbour has one. Eady to use and works well. Other reviews say the grassbox is flimsy and it is, but strong enough when in place. It doesn’t now the edges as well as it suggests and sometimes just flattens grass so it springs up again but in general a decent mower that copes well with our bumpy lawn (said neighbour has the most perfect lawn you have ever seen – ours will never be like that).
Decent mower and copes with our poor law
Our lawnmower packed up and we ordered a new one but had to send it back so went for this one instead as a neghbour has one. Eady to use and works well. Other reviews say the grassbox is flimsy and it is, but strong enough when in place. It doesn’t now the edges as well as it suggests and sometimes just flattens grass so it springs up again but in general a decent mower that copes well with our bumpy lawn (said neighbour has the most perfect lawn you have ever seen – ours will never be like that).
Good Produc
So much easier than my petrol mower which rarely starts until I’ve put in fresh petrol. You can buy replacement blades easily or sharpen them with a grinder: makes a big difference. Only minor niggle: the blade doesn’t propel all the grass into the box so take a look as you’re using it (not with it on). Easy to use and cuts up to the edge.
Bosch should put two clips on the handle to wind up and store the cable. Easy to do.
Awkward height adjustment.
Bought this on the basis of reviews. I feel that it is a little overpriced for what it is, around 75 would have made it better value for money I think. However, it was very easy to assemble and does a reasonable job of cutting. Setting the height isn’t exactly it’s best feature and not very convenient. But, once chosen you probably won’t change it often. The lowest setting is probably too low and makes the motor work quite hard occasionally. The medium height is a bit too high, so I think setting the front to low and the back to medium is likely to be a good compromise to check next time it’s used.
Good Produc
So much easier than my petrol mower which rarely starts until I’ve put in fresh petrol. You can buy replacement blades easily or sharpen them with a grinder: makes a big difference. Only minor niggle: the blade doesn’t propel all the grass into the box so take a look as you’re using it (not with it on). Easy to use and cuts up to the edge.
Bosch should put two clips on the handle to wind up and store the cable. Easy to do.
Lightweight stripe machine
I’ve had this lawnmower since April 2018 and I’ve had no major issues with it maintaining my front lawn of about 50m2.
Pros:
1.Lightweight.
2.Has lasted over 2 years with mowing 1-2x/week in Spring-Autumn and 1x month in winter.
3.Adjustable heights 20-60mm.
4.10m cord just about covers my lawn.
5.Ability to lay down some stripes with the rear roller although the wheels on the sides of the rollers sort of blurs the definition (see pics)
6.Sucks up debris into the adequate size collection box.
7. Removable blade to be sharpened (I’ve only done this twice so once a year on average).
Cons:
1.Height adjustment isn’t easy. Although officially it’s only 3 height adjustment I’ve managed to get a few more heights by adjusting the front and rear wheel heights differently. My fave being the front wheels in the middle setting and the rear wheels in the lowest to the ground giving a height cut of about 30mm (so not as low as 20mm which previously scalped my lawn and just a bit lower than 40mm which didn’t look as good to me)
2. The cut isn’t as clean as a cylindrical mower but which rotary mower is?
3. Cord which limits manoeuvrability (I’ve got a tree which I have to ensure I turn the right way)
Would I buy it again? Not sure because although the cord was adequate it was always something to be mindful of when mowing. I’m really tempted to go cordless next time with a slightly wider roller and a height adjuster which is easier to use than this. I’m already looking at an Allett mower but for >10x the price I might just have to see how long this can last.
So for the price I paid which was about 60+ this has served its purpose well, and still going strong.
Excellent selle
This is a good lawnmower unfortunately my garden is too big this is suitable for medium size. Seller refunded without problems easy to contact item returned unopened would use GM suppliers again.
Excellent selle
This is a good lawnmower unfortunately my garden is too big this is suitable for medium size. Seller refunded without problems easy to contact item returned unopened would use GM suppliers again.
– Height adjustment system raises and lowers front and back at once, which is neat and easy.
– Roller leaves nice stripes.
– Ergo handles are comfortable and help my posture.
– Cut is good, very even and no seed heads left.
– It will completely fill the grass box and still pick up everything.
– Grass box halves stay tight together as long as you take a second to make sure the catches are properly engaged.
– Cable pinching problem with previous models has been eliminated with a neat bit of plastic.
BUT:
– People have had trouble assembling the handles because it’s the WRONG MANUAL, I worked it out, but not everyone is as mechanically minded.
– The neat widget to avoid cable pinching doesn’t figure in any of the pictures, which may be why people are still having the problem.
– People have also had trouble folding the handles because the manual doesn’t cover how to do this, even for the old types of handles that it does mention. It’s neat and easy in the right order, but, as you’ll see from other reviews, you get in a horrible mess if you do it in the wrong order.
Bish Bash Bosch!!
Arrived very quickly and well packaged. Took about 20-30 minutes assemble – easy peasy. Immediately cut my front and back lawns, my previous Bosch lawnmower broke 🙁 Therefore wanted similar, this is slightly larger than previous, but seems quieter. Holds loads of grass cuttings, and very pleased with the results. Not cheap, but then anything decent never is. Bish bash bosch, easy peasy lemon squeezy!!
Bish Bash Bosch!!
Arrived very quickly and well packaged. Took about 20-30 minutes assemble – easy peasy. Immediately cut my front and back lawns, my previous Bosch lawnmower broke 🙁 Therefore wanted similar, this is slightly larger than previous, but seems quieter. Holds loads of grass cuttings, and very pleased with the results. Not cheap, but then anything decent never is. Bish bash bosch, easy peasy lemon squeezy!!
Decent entry level mowe
This is a decent mower that does the job well, and seems like it will last a good amount of time.
Assembly is easy and it is lightweight. It takes up little room in the shed, although I’ve not needed to fold it down as I have plenty of room. If I needed to however, it’s two screws which can be undone by hand to food the handle over the mower.
The grass box is fine and doesn’t feel overly flimsy, which was my worry on reading all the below reviews. It has a good capacity and, even though I’ve kicked it a few times, it has never gave me the impression that its going to drop off.
The grass combs seem to work well and let me get close to the edges. Every now and then, I do need to use the shears though.
The wire is only 10m long. That’s pretty short. Luckily I’ve got and installed another outdoor socket but if you have anything over a tiny garden or no outdoor socket, expect to need an extension cable.
Overall, a great entry level mower for small to medium gardens.
Always impressed with Bosch quality build and their ability to “get the job done” with the exact power you need.
Only grumble with this mower is the turning circle. It is designed for small lawns, but to turn you have to wrangle with the fixed position plastic wheels. It is also a touch heavy for a compact mower.
You also have to remove the handle at the base to pack away. Mid section folds, but bottom section doesn’t move.
It did a great job, but needs effort or patience. Was impressed with how close it gets on edges, but it wasn’t close enough to replace a strimmer.
Took 5 mins to attach 2 rear wheels (just push on) and the handle (which is in 2 pieces and easy. No tools required.
The grass box is a tad flimsy but I’m not expecting it to haul wood across a mountain, holding some grass for a short while is not a problem. I’ve used Flymo’s for years so will give this a test for the summer.
It does have a shorter lead than my other mowers but that’s why we invented extension cables.
Took 5 mins to attach 2 rear wheels (just push on) and the handle (which is in 2 pieces and easy. No tools required.
The grass box is a tad flimsy but I’m not expecting it to haul wood across a mountain, holding some grass for a short while is not a problem. I’ve used Flymo’s for years so will give this a test for the summer.
It does have a shorter lead than my other mowers but that’s why we invented extension cables.
The negatives are few…..this has been a really reliable purchase for over a year now. It does what you want it to do and hasn’t cost the earth to purchase. The only downside is the main arm needed to be taped out of the box….I could have just sent it back but thought it not worth the hassles of return, especially because Hermes are a waste of time on delivering
I am a Bosch fan, from washers, dryers, kettles and my Tassimo…. quality lasts.
My first lawn mower which was needed for a particularly uneven lawn. I decided to go for Bosch as it’s a well known mark plus Bosch offered an extended 3 year warranty. I can’t say I’ve been disappointed. I find it relatively quiet and it handles well the uneven ground. It’s not failed me after 10 months and can be folded away into a relatively compact unit, though I wouldn’t say it’s the easiest to fold and store in it’s most compact form.
One recommendation I’d give is when building, don’t tighten too much the quick releases on either side. They’re plastic and probably not that strong.
Also don’t expect bullet proof build quality. The main unit is well built but components around it are not of the highest quality. For example, the grass collector is made of pretty think plastic. But so are all it’s competitors and we’re talking a 100 mower.
The grass collector could hold more but then I realised how foolish the idea was of collecting the grass and therefore the nutrients which I’d then have to spend money on fertiliser to replace and not just leave the grass cuttings to go back where they came from. If you regularly and maybe go over them a second time, the cuttings will be hardly noticeable and disappear quickly.
In conclusion, for the price, I’d most definitely recommend especially if you don’t have that perfectly flat lawn like mine.
Must buy for bigger gardens
Does as it says. Light weight , so you can lift it easily. And very easy to assemble ( only few parts to assemble ). Really a good quality for the slightly bigger garden.
It has 4 option to choose the cutting level , i always go for 2 or 3 as 1 will be too short and 4 will be too long.
Simply fantastic!
Brilliant lawnmower, very easy to put together unlike some reviews suggest! Much better than this ones that hover and spray grass everywhere, this one keeps all of the grass contained and is very tidy. Roller on back leaves stripes on the lawn which stay in place for weeks and look great. Highly recommended.
Great mowe
Great mower with ability to cut at different heights and a roller on the rear to produce stripe effect on the grass. Easy to put together and folds down for neat storage, although the collect box needs storing separately really. Easy to clear after usage and doesn’t clog up like the old flymo. It not as easy to move as a hover mower so if that’s important to you, get a flymo. Otherwise this is a great mower and makes mowing the lawn easier and quicker that my old flymo compact 300.
A decent mower , light and easy to use, a nice finish
I bought this after my flymo went up in smoke. I like the lowest setting which cuts low but doesn’t scalp my lawn. It leaves nice stripes if you walk up and down in different directions. It holds a lot of grass compared to my old flymo, and I’ve never had it clog up either. It’s fairly light and easy to use. The handle to start it does feel a bit flimsy and I am wandering if it will brake easy. I hope no
A decent mower , light and easy to use, a nice finish
I bought this after my flymo went up in smoke. I like the lowest setting which cuts low but doesn’t scalp my lawn. It leaves nice stripes if you walk up and down in different directions. It holds a lot of grass compared to my old flymo, and I’ve never had it clog up either. It’s fairly light and easy to use. The handle to start it does feel a bit flimsy and I am wandering if it will brake easy. I hope no
Love the cu
This was a replacement of an old one that needs the blades changed but we’ve watched YouTube tutorials and still cant figure it out. I liked my first one so much I ordered another one but dreading needing to change the blades if the same thing happens again I would probably look for a different one a shame really as I love this mower. It hives a great short cut.
Love the cu
This was a replacement of an old one that needs the blades changed but we’ve watched YouTube tutorials and still cant figure it out. I liked my first one so much I ordered another one but dreading needing to change the blades if the same thing happens again I would probably look for a different one a shame really as I love this mower. It hives a great short cut.
FANTASTIC MOWER
Ordered this on the Saturday afternoon and was delivered first thing Monday morning!!!! It really is extremely easy to use. Although our grass was quite long and fairly wet this little mower made very light work of it. Cannot tell you how impressed I am. Unfortunately been raining ever since, so haven’t had a chance to use it again, but feel i won’t ever dread cutting the grass again!!
FANTASTIC MOWER
Ordered this on the Saturday afternoon and was delivered first thing Monday morning!!!! It really is extremely easy to use. Although our grass was quite long and fairly wet this little mower made very light work of it. Cannot tell you how impressed I am. Unfortunately been raining ever since, so haven’t had a chance to use it again, but feel i won’t ever dread cutting the grass again!!
A cut above the rest!
Great little bit of kit, have used it throughout spring and summer with no problems, it replaced my petrol lawn mowers, it is lightweight and easy to operate, great cutting ability and sufficiently powerful for my lawns, once you have got use to making sure the mains supply cable is not going to tangle with the rotor blades, it is trouble free!
Very impressive given the price, the next one I purchase will be the bigger sized model!
A cut above the rest!
Great little bit of kit, have used it throughout spring and summer with no problems, it replaced my petrol lawn mowers, it is lightweight and easy to operate, great cutting ability and sufficiently powerful for my lawns, once you have got use to making sure the mains supply cable is not going to tangle with the rotor blades, it is trouble free!
Very impressive given the price, the next one I purchase will be the bigger sized model!
Good lightweight mowe
I purchased this mower to replace my Ergoflex model which had broken. It has obviously been built more cheaply floppy grass box, screw rather than lever handle folding mechanism and height adjustment by moving front and back wheels up and down rather than a lever as before. To be fair it did cost less than my old one. Assembly is still as difficult. As a warning to others my old mower failed due to clogging of tube leading from blade to grassbox which stalls blade. Belt then slips on motor pulley, this is the different motor noise mentioned by others. I thought belt had broken but belt tensioner had fallen to pieces. One of these is only about 6 but then noticed motor pulley had worn due to slipping belt. This needs a complete motor 95 i.e. more than a new mower so no contest. Moral regularly empty grass box. This is not a fault with the mower as the same thing happens with the big ride on mowers with grass collection hoppers.
Good lightweight mowe
I purchased this mower to replace my Ergoflex model which had broken. It has obviously been built more cheaply floppy grass box, screw rather than lever handle folding mechanism and height adjustment by moving front and back wheels up and down rather than a lever as before. To be fair it did cost less than my old one. Assembly is still as difficult. As a warning to others my old mower failed due to clogging of tube leading from blade to grassbox which stalls blade. Belt then slips on motor pulley, this is the different motor noise mentioned by others. I thought belt had broken but belt tensioner had fallen to pieces. One of these is only about 6 but then noticed motor pulley had worn due to slipping belt. This needs a complete motor 95 i.e. more than a new mower so no contest. Moral regularly empty grass box. This is not a fault with the mower as the same thing happens with the big ride on mowers with grass collection hoppers.
I have used my lawnmower twice now and cannot fault it. The cut is neat and clean, very easy to use, love the stripes the roller leaves and great price. Ignore all the negative comments, as long as you know how to look after your lawn, this mower is great…I was going to spend 200+ initially…but glad I took a punt on this. My photo shows my artwork using this mower.
This mower was easier to assemble than I had led to believe from some of the reviews, I had no trouble at all. It works well and is fairly light. I wish it had a longer cable because I have to place my extension lead on my (smallish) lawn because it won’t reach to the far corner. The grass catcher holds a surprisingly large amount, and while the controls are a little flimsier than ideal I realise this helps to keep the weight down.
Good value for money
This mower was easier to assemble than I had led to believe from some of the reviews, I had no trouble at all. It works well and is fairly light. I wish it had a longer cable because I have to place my extension lead on my (smallish) lawn because it won’t reach to the far corner. The grass catcher holds a surprisingly large amount, and while the controls are a little flimsier than ideal I realise this helps to keep the weight down.
Good value for money
Is it as good as my last Bosh Mower?
I purchased the same model Bosh mower about ten years or so ago, will this one last as long, I don’t think so more like five years, the quality of the grass box is not great, I don’t think the cable is as long but it cuts well and is easy to handle, only time will tell.
Is it as good as my last Bosh Mower?
I purchased the same model Bosh mower about ten years or so ago, will this one last as long, I don’t think so more like five years, the quality of the grass box is not great, I don’t think the cable is as long but it cuts well and is easy to handle, only time will tell.
Good lawnmower, but not as lightweight as they say.
This is a good lawnmower. However it is not that light to carry. Also a major thing is that it doesn’t have cable storage facility and I had to take the clips from my old Bosch lawnmower which, thankfully, fitted. Surely for the cost of that it should have been provided.
Good lawnmower, but not as lightweight as they say.
This is a good lawnmower. However it is not that light to carry. Also a major thing is that it doesn’t have cable storage facility and I had to take the clips from my old Bosch lawnmower which, thankfully, fitted. Surely for the cost of that it should have been provided.
We have had a Bosch Rotak 32 from around 2007 & apart from new blades it has never needed any attention. After seeing the Rotak 34R on a Prime day deal I decided to order it at the bargain price it was.
Weight is something I noticed just picking the mower out of the box. It’s a lot heavier than our old one & very much to the front end. Assembly was simple with no real need to read the instructions but when it came to the grass collector the cheap mouldings & poor quality became apparent. The plastic flexes & doesn’t join together well at all & looks as if it will break after repeated use.
The quality of the cut is far better than our old one & it picks up the grass better. We did notice that the lowest cut was lower than the old mower but the roller makes it very hard to push. Also as it holds more grass meaning it will be heavier as it gets full.
We wont be getting rid of our old one whilst we continue to try this mower just in case we find that we can’t get on with this new one.
The Bosch Rotak 34R is a corded mower and needs its 10-metre power cable to be connected to a mains socket that provides a very respectable 1300-watt motor. The build quality is what you would expect from Bosch and being built in the UK makes getting parts easier and cheaper should they be required. A metal blade is used on the 34R as opposed to plastic proving a good cut and allowing for the blade to be sharpened if needed. The 34cm cutting width make it ideal for small to medium lawns and for taking up less storage. There are 5 different cutting heights, this is pretty standard for mower of this size and ranges from 20 to 70mm which is perfectly adequate to adjust to the changing length and conditions of your lawn.
While the blade and grass box are not the biggest available, they make the Rotak 34R extremely light and easy to use. It will glide around the lawn effortlessly and is particularly good at corners and edges. The inset front heels also helpful to get close to walls and edges or tight areas.
The grass combs, sharp blade and powerful motor will give a nice clean cut. The rollers are a nice option and will give the lawn a very professional striped look.
It has all the other standard features one would expect from a quality lawnmower such as a good range of cut height options and a decent steel blade.
It comes standard with a 2-year guarantee which you can extend to 3 years. After-sales service is good and replacement parts are easy to get and well priced.
Feedback from customers that have purchased this model is extremely positive. There are very few negative comments and most people are very happy with their choice.
Overall I think this is a fantastic mower and I encourage anyone looking for a simple mower that gets the job done quickly and efficiently to seriously consider this mower. In fact I think it’s the best value wheeled corded small mower you can get right now!
Bosch Rotak 34 Electric lawn mowe
This lawn mower is for me as I can’t handle my husband’s petrol driven one. I find it easy to,use and gives a good finish to the lawn. I just have to remember to move the cable as I move around which takes some getting used to. Would get a wider mower if buying again as this is quite narrow.
Bosch Rotak 34 Electric lawn mowe
This lawn mower is for me as I can’t handle my husband’s petrol driven one. I find it easy to,use and gives a good finish to the lawn. I just have to remember to move the cable as I move around which takes some getting used to. Would get a wider mower if buying again as this is quite narrow.
Glad I bought it Perfect for me but not perfec
Lightweight. Great for straight lines only. I love it because side to side pushing of old mower hurt my back. The straight mower is much better for me. It’s quick and easy. But the reviews that say the switch will need replacing are spot on. It’s ridiculously fragile. The rest is lightweight. Recommend for those with struggle with mowing.
Great purchase
This mower has just improved my life. Having had a little flymo for years and struggling with a bumpy garden I hated doing the grass. Just put together the Bosch and set to a damp very long patch of grass. It chewed through it with ease. Only negative I would say is the grass box is difficult to empty and it wasn’t as light as the flymo to move around (grass was damp)
Delivery service was excellent. It arrived within three days of ordering it. It was easy to assemble but if it has a fault the grass box appeared to be a bit flimsy. However once assembled it did the job perfectly and is large enough to collect all the grass from my lawns , only requiring to be emptied twice. The mower cuts the lawns neatly and leaves a lovely striped finish. It is lightweight and manoeuvrable. I would definitely recommend this mower.
Reliability on the green.
I have been so pleased with my Bosch Rotak 34 lawn mower that I bought more years ago than I care to remember that I replaced it with the same model when it finally gave up the ghost. Suffice to say I am more than pleased with the quality and ease of handling of the new one. Wouldn’t buy anything else. Now all my garden tools are Bosch.
Reliability on the green.
I have been so pleased with my Bosch Rotak 34 lawn mower that I bought more years ago than I care to remember that I replaced it with the same model when it finally gave up the ghost. Suffice to say I am more than pleased with the quality and ease of handling of the new one. Wouldn’t buy anything else. Now all my garden tools are Bosch.
good value but not quick to set up
Reasonably light and manoeuvrable, it does a good neat job. The handle design and 5 cutting heights are well worth having and make it look good value at the current Amazon price compared to the slightly cheaper smaller machines. No grouses once it was up and running. I expected better of Bosch when it came to the sketchy assembly instructions, which did not match the handle as delivered. Fortunately the way to put it together was reasonably obvious. The registration process to get the third year warranty extension took about as long as assembling the machine in the first place! You will need both the serial number and product code from the plate on the side of the mower, so either write it all down before you start or register on your smartphone while sitting next to the machine.
First impressions are good.
Only arrived the other day but like all men I had to try it straight away. Does a far better cut than my old Flymo hoover glider thing which was rubbish. Seems like a very good machine on first impression but after reading some reviews time will only tell how long it lasts. The cutting box does seem a little on the flimsy side but I get that is because it’s been designed to be folded down to as small as possible.
First impressions are good.
Only arrived the other day but like all men I had to try it straight away. Does a far better cut than my old Flymo hoover glider thing which was rubbish. Seems like a very good machine on first impression but after reading some reviews time will only tell how long it lasts. The cutting box does seem a little on the flimsy side but I get that is because it’s been designed to be folded down to as small as possible.
A Decent mower for an average lawn.
Firstly, this took no more than 5 mins to assemble. It’s a literal piece of cake. Ignore reviews about the grass box – it’s simply 2 clips, one either side. It couldn’t have been easier. Maybe the design has been revised??
Instructions are pictorial only. But with a bit of concentration you can understand them. However, if you’re even remotely handy, you won’t need them.
Grass cut is nice, rollers do produce a slight stripe in lawn. Mower is easy to move, not very heavy, and simple to change cut length.
For 75 on a deal, it’s a bargain.
Sold my old qualcast for 15 meaning it was only a 60 upgrade, and that includes a 3yr warranty (once registered) – so at 20 a year I don’t think you could ask for more!
Yes, it’s a bit “plastic” but that’s to be expected these days – and it helps to keep it light.
I purchased this to replace a 16 year old Flymo hover lawnmower. That was good and reliable but had some electrical issues after prolonged use.
I grew my grass tall and then decided to trim it down. The job was done in 10 minutes, which took about 30 minutes with the Flymo (Flymo had a small bin).
Pros:
Large Bin
Wide radius blade
Light weight so do not feel tired
Cons:
Bin drops some cut grass out of it, designed in a weird way. You have to go over it once again to pick up the grass, which doesn’t take long, but is still waste of time and energy
Putting the lawnmower away, in a compact manner is like a puzzle
I purchased this to replace a 16 year old Flymo hover lawnmower. That was good and reliable but had some electrical issues after prolonged use.
I grew my grass tall and then decided to trim it down. The job was done in 10 minutes, which took about 30 minutes with the Flymo (Flymo had a small bin).
Pros:
Large Bin
Wide radius blade
Light weight so do not feel tired
Cons:
Bin drops some cut grass out of it, designed in a weird way. You have to go over it once again to pick up the grass, which doesn’t take long, but is still waste of time and energy
Putting the lawnmower away, in a compact manner is like a puzzle
This machine works well. It replaced my previous Bosch ...
This machine works well. It replaced my previous Bosch which died of old age after many years of service. I expect this one to be just as reliable and effective. It is a bit heavier than my previous Bosch so does require a bit more effort to push it That’s not a fault and is ok for me but smaller persons may prefer the next size down which should be lighter.
This machine works well. It replaced my previous Bosch ...
This machine works well. It replaced my previous Bosch which died of old age after many years of service. I expect this one to be just as reliable and effective. It is a bit heavier than my previous Bosch so does require a bit more effort to push it That’s not a fault and is ok for me but smaller persons may prefer the next size down which should be lighter.
I have found this lawnmower just what I needed,gives an excellent cut the grass box is large so you don’t have to keep stopping to empty I have a reasonable sized back door and it’s no problem to this great machine would recommend to anyone delighted with my purchase .
I had a miserable time putting it together, and the stupid red screwy-handle-knob-type things on each side were particularly troublesome and poorly designed (they’ve since fallen off). But despite a lot of sweating and swearing and grunting, and an overwhelming urge to take a machete to whoever designed the appalling assembly instructions, I have since found it to be a delightfully easy mower to use.
It is, however, somewhat taxing on my back having to mow one-handed up my very large lawn on return stripes due to the power trigger being only on one side of the handle. Apart from that, I’m very happy with it – particularly the easy and effortless height-adjuster. 4/5.
I had a miserable time putting it together, and the stupid red screwy-handle-knob-type things on each side were particularly troublesome and poorly designed (they’ve since fallen off). But despite a lot of sweating and swearing and grunting, and an overwhelming urge to take a machete to whoever designed the appalling assembly instructions, I have since found it to be a delightfully easy mower to use.
It is, however, somewhat taxing on my back having to mow one-handed up my very large lawn on return stripes due to the power trigger being only on one side of the handle. Apart from that, I’m very happy with it – particularly the easy and effortless height-adjuster. 4/5.
I have always had Fly-mo`s but wanted a lawnmower with wheels. Looked around and went for this model. Received quickly and very easy to put together though the grass box is a little flimsy. Cuts my grass in half the time it took before and leaves some nice lines on grass. Easy to clean as well. A little more heaver than my Fly-Mo but no real issues. Very happy to buy this make and model again in the future.
Great value mowe
Arrived in a box with easy to follow assembly instructions ,didn’t need any extra tools to attach wheels pushing handle and grass box (box seems a little flimsy until attached to mower) .took 15 mins to assemble . The handle is easily collapsed for easy storage. The cutting height is easily changed by pulling out and clicking back in the red handle at the side . The grass box is easily detached by lifting a flap and a lil wiggle to unhook each side and reverse that to put on ,easy to empty and holds a HUGE amount . My grass was longer than most mowers would cope with this one powered through ,easy and light to push even on uneven parts of lawn and didn’t need to stop and empty the grass box every 2 seconds .Good finish by going back over on a shorter cutting level and stripey lawn! Best mower I’ve used hoping it lasts .
Great value mowe
Arrived in a box with easy to follow assembly instructions ,didn’t need any extra tools to attach wheels pushing handle and grass box (box seems a little flimsy until attached to mower) .took 15 mins to assemble . The handle is easily collapsed for easy storage. The cutting height is easily changed by pulling out and clicking back in the red handle at the side . The grass box is easily detached by lifting a flap and a lil wiggle to unhook each side and reverse that to put on ,easy to empty and holds a HUGE amount . My grass was longer than most mowers would cope with this one powered through ,easy and light to push even on uneven parts of lawn and didn’t need to stop and empty the grass box every 2 seconds .Good finish by going back over on a shorter cutting level and stripey lawn! Best mower I’ve used hoping it lasts .
I never knew that it was possible to feel such affection for a lawnmower. I spent two years dreading mowing the lawn, struggling to drag an ancient flymo over the lumpy terrain of my rental flat’s back garden. This lawnmower was a game-changer! It’s light enough to pick up one-handed without a struggle, it mows like a dream, it packs down nicely for storage and it’s massively reduced my gardening frustration.
I will say that the grass collection box feels a little bit on the flimsy side, and the blade does jam a bit if (like me) you have left your grass to get too long and go at it too fast. But these are minor concerns in the face of an otherwise excellent lawnmower.
I never knew that it was possible to feel such affection for a lawnmower. I spent two years dreading mowing the lawn, struggling to drag an ancient flymo over the lumpy terrain of my rental flat’s back garden. This lawnmower was a game-changer! It’s light enough to pick up one-handed without a struggle, it mows like a dream, it packs down nicely for storage and it’s massively reduced my gardening frustration.
I will say that the grass collection box feels a little bit on the flimsy side, and the blade does jam a bit if (like me) you have left your grass to get too long and go at it too fast. But these are minor concerns in the face of an otherwise excellent lawnmower.
As described. Good delivery and price. Having said that, the grass box doesn’t clip together nicely and leaves some gaps, which I need to fix somehow; that’s a little disappointing. It’s not the same ‘solid’ quality as my previous Honda, but it’s ok. How many seasons it lasts will really be the acid test.
This Bosch Rotak 34 R lawn mower gets the job done. Some reviews mention that the collection box is flimsy, which it is a little, but I have had no problems in actual use, so no complaints myself. I have a medium size garden (8 x 25m) and the 40-litre box can do a fortnights growth in about 3 empties. I’m glad of the 40-litre box compared to other models which have smaller boxes and would need more stops to empty out.
The reason for giving this 4 stars and not 5 is because it has a cable attached for power and the ground I have to cover would be much easier and safer without being tethered to an extension (making sure I don’t run over the cables is certainly not convenient). If I were to buy again I would look at spending more for a cable-free mower, either petrol or battery powered. Otherwise, this is a well priced and perfectly functional mower for smaller lawns.
Just buy this!
I bought my first lawn mower a few years back which was a flymow, was never overly happy with it, thought it was heavy, dragged up the soil and grass. I decided to give this wheeled Bosch mower a try! Will never look back, cuts easily, doesn’t drag up freshly seeded grass, easy to change depth settings, higher clippings capacity, literally cuts to the edge of a lawn and just overall in a better class. Buying this mower has cut the time it takes to mow my lawn by a two thirds.
Only moan is I wish I’d got it sooner.
Just buy this!
I bought my first lawn mower a few years back which was a flymow, was never overly happy with it, thought it was heavy, dragged up the soil and grass. I decided to give this wheeled Bosch mower a try! Will never look back, cuts easily, doesn’t drag up freshly seeded grass, easy to change depth settings, higher clippings capacity, literally cuts to the edge of a lawn and just overall in a better class. Buying this mower has cut the time it takes to mow my lawn by a two thirds.
Only moan is I wish I’d got it sooner.
Wow, powerfully light does the job on log grass. WOOOPEEE best Buy
My friend a youg lady came to help me. She has a petrol mower. Swears by it. Put it this mower together we could not believeit.very long grass job done in know time, actually 1 hour. We was very impressed. Would recommend. Go on buy it .Why.YOU DONT NEED A STIMMER IF BLADE GOES OVER ANYTHING DID NOT BREAK. A BEST BUY. DONT KNOW WHAT ANY ONES MOANING. DOES MORE THAN IT SAYS ON THE TIN. AND MAN MY GRASS WAS VERY LONG. AREALLY IMPRESSIVE GADGET LAWN LOOKS BEAUTIFUL JUST NEEDS FEEDING AND WEED REMOVAL now. THANKS AMAZON
Wow, powerfully light does the job on log grass. WOOOPEEE best Buy
My friend a youg lady came to help me. She has a petrol mower. Swears by it. Put it this mower together we could not believeit.very long grass job done in know time, actually 1 hour. We was very impressed. Would recommend. Go on buy it .Why.YOU DONT NEED A STIMMER IF BLADE GOES OVER ANYTHING DID NOT BREAK. A BEST BUY. DONT KNOW WHAT ANY ONES MOANING. DOES MORE THAN IT SAYS ON THE TIN. AND MAN MY GRASS WAS VERY LONG. AREALLY IMPRESSIVE GADGET LAWN LOOKS BEAUTIFUL JUST NEEDS FEEDING AND WEED REMOVAL now. THANKS AMAZON
Rotak or Chevron?
I bought this to replace my Flymo Chevron over a year ago, when the motor blew and there is not much to choose between them. However, small differences matter and although the Flymo is a fiver cheaper, the Bosch just ‘edges it’ for me. It cuts closer to the edge of the lawn, seems just a little better built and I prefer the simplicity of the ‘single lever’ height adjusting mechanism.
Rotak or Chevron?
I bought this to replace my Flymo Chevron over a year ago, when the motor blew and there is not much to choose between them. However, small differences matter and although the Flymo is a fiver cheaper, the Bosch just ‘edges it’ for me. It cuts closer to the edge of the lawn, seems just a little better built and I prefer the simplicity of the ‘single lever’ height adjusting mechanism.
Pros: Cuts the grass nicely, (compared to the 8 year old mower my grandma gave me), and is fairly quiet in operation. Collapses in to a compact space so it can be stored in the shed without much room. Nice big grass bucket. Height adjustment is easy.
Cons: Is not very robust. I have a small garden, quite flat and square, yet the mower started losing bits over time. The red plastic side handles both got chewed up as they fell under the mower. And there is an awkward ledge that grass collects on, so when you remove the bucket to empty the grass clippings the grass falls in to the ground. Just an irritating niggle.
Good value for money, although I’m not sure if I would buy again.
Purchased this on strength of reviews after my brilliant JCB mower finally gave up the ghost and I was unable to replace with another.
The grass box as said by others is not well made and did not fit together well but time will tell how it lasts and it does have an extended 3 year warranty.
It cuts well and even wet grass seems to be no problem which is just as well as mine is nearly always wet.
The handle control can only be held with the right hand which is a bit of a pain as my last one was ambidextrous and useful for freeing hands to guide and hold the cable with either hand as I like to do.
I had thought I was buying a German made machine but found it was made in China like everything nowadays and if I had known that I probably would have tried elsewhere to get something made nearer home.
It is supposed to fold up for storage but seems a bit of a performance so I just leave it in the porch.
Carrying handle is handy and a nice touch.
Only had it a few months and so far seems to be doing a good job.
This replaced my old flymo hover.
Took a 30 mins to put together then used it immediately.
Pros – very easy to push, nice cut, roller leaves the lawn looking nice, light, easy on sloped garden.
Cons – cable too short for medium sized lawn, fills up quickly so needs regular emptying.
Am over the moon with this product! My last mower was the Rotary Bosch 32 which lasted five & half years – was pleased with this but not quite powerful enough for my thick-growing lawn & maybe burnt the motor out! This Rotak 34 comes with next size up motor power plus the bonus of longer cutting blade & far bigger grass container box. Life is now much simpler! (and quicker). Assembly of mower took longer than I imagined but overall fairly easy – probably easier with extra pair of hands! My old Rotak 32 height-cutting adjustment was awkward job of lowering or hightening the mowers wheels but this Rotak 34 comes with height-cutting lever at side which is much simpler and quicker.
Amazing!!!!!
I hate mowing the lawn and at this time of this time of year I am usually more miserable because it needs to be done twice a week – ugh! Our lawns are uneven, peppered with manhole covers and stepping stones and the front lawn in particular is like the north face of the Eiger. The old mower is the only one I have ever owned and was of the hovering variety and mowing both front and back lawns used to take the best part of an hour, I would be dripping with sweat after the ordeal and the noise would induce a slight ringing in my ears for hours afterwards. The cut was always uneven and there was always loads of grass blown onto the path and patio and loads left on the lawn which would be constantly be tracked into the house for days afterwards!!! This Bosch mower was like a breath of fresh air! It took ten minutes to assemble although this would have definitely been easier with two people. In use it is definitely quieter than the one it replaces, it makes light work of both lawns and I literally need to walk it up and down the lawn, it is super easy to push and manoeuvre rather than the inane short backwards and forwards motion over the same section of lawn necessary with the old one, it leaves hardly any clippings behind either on the lawn or blown onto the paths even when the grass is damp and clumpy, the cut is always even and the stripes are wonderful! The best bit of all is both lawns now take less than 20 minutes and I don’t break a sweat. I no longer mind or dread mowing the lawn these days – could not be happier!!!!
I have not used the mower as yet but have assembled it. Other than the lack of a screw to fix the attached cable holder to the handle, it was relatively easy to put together. (a cable clip was provided which is shown on the instructions but this was not required because of the attached cable holder).
First impressions were that the mower is more solid than some reviewers have suggested, apart from the collection box which seems quite fragile though once in place, seems fine. The mower is heavier than expected but using the carrying handle and with the grass box removed, it makes for a balanced lift and not at all awkward.
Getting the quick release handles to operate to allow the double folding handles to fold as shown in the attached Bosch photograph proved not so simple. I decided to give Bosch a quick call as nowhere on the internet could I find simple instructions. Their assistance was clear and now I know how to do this. It is hardly a quick operation but it is effective once you know how and converts the long assembled lawnmower into a small bundle..
I was also advised to register with Bosch to receive a 3 YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY. When I registering the mower via MY BOSCH I noted it states that you cannot get this warranty after 14 days from the Date of Purchase (not the date of delivery). Extended warranty is FREE.
There was nothing in the packaging or advice from Amazon to suggest this extra warranty is available. This extended warranty can be applied to most Bosch power tools.
UPDATE AFTER USING FOR FIRST TIME
This mower is beyond my expectations. It tackled dense mossy thatch, uneven areas and long thick grass on a slope with ease. It leaves a smooth finish and cuts right up to the edges just as it says on the box. I wish I had given up my Flymo hover mower years ago. This Rotak 36R is effortless in comparison. Once I have scarified and fed my lawns it will be a delight to keep then neat and tidy with relative ease.
Excellent value for money. The item was sent very quickly. Was easy to assemble and I am very pleased with it. It cuts much better than the flymo I had before, I particularly like the way you can alter the cutting length. I have had back problems before and this is much easier to push across the grass than my previous mower. As has been previously stated it cuts into the edge much more effectively. The grass box does look flimsy but it’s fine and it’s size is a bonus; I only have to empty it at the end. For the size of garden we have it is more than adequate; small to medium. For less than a hundred quid this is good value.
The other man's grass is always greene
Many recent reviews have suggested this model is an inferior version of its predecessor. We are sure this is true because is doesn’t feel so sturdy. However, it cuts well, up to the edge and deals with wet grass well. The old fashioned handle is a let down after using the ergonomic ones boasted by its big sister – the 36 R. But that model is now a little flimsy too. 5 settings are available though the high settings would only be of use on very long grass. This is however a very good price.
Pleasantly surprised
I was very plesed with the performance of this electric lawnmower. I have always been a bit cagey of corded lawnmowers as my previous experience has been that they bare underpowered and struggle to cope with longer grass or wet conditions. For this reason I have preferred a 3.5 HP petrol engine which has alway had enough power. However my Briggs and Stratton has been slowly dying on me and the cost of servicing exceeds the cost of a new mower, so on the recommendation of my builder (!!) I got this and have been very pleased with its performance.
Only 4 star though, due to the tacky plastic grass collector. It hasn’t broken yet, but it will. It is flimsy, poorly put together and is an obvious weak point .
Pleasantly surprised
I was very plesed with the performance of this electric lawnmower. I have always been a bit cagey of corded lawnmowers as my previous experience has been that they bare underpowered and struggle to cope with longer grass or wet conditions. For this reason I have preferred a 3.5 HP petrol engine which has alway had enough power. However my Briggs and Stratton has been slowly dying on me and the cost of servicing exceeds the cost of a new mower, so on the recommendation of my builder (!!) I got this and have been very pleased with its performance.
Only 4 star though, due to the tacky plastic grass collector. It hasn’t broken yet, but it will. It is flimsy, poorly put together and is an obvious weak point .
good at cutting but difficult handle screws
i just used this on my garden after receiving it the other day.
pros: cut my very overgrown grass very efficiently on highest setting despite the grass still being quite wet after a week of terrestrial downpour.
nice large grass box that opens up for easier cleaning. only had to empty it twice and I have quite a large garden.
was easy enough to push through overgrown damp grass, didn’t feel like I had to go backwards and forwards over he same spot of struggle trough any patches.
nice long cable ideal for smaller gardens without the need for an extension cord.
lots of different height settings (I think there are 5).
cons: the red screws that you have to use to position the handlebar every time you use it were VERY difficult to screw on due to hole size and positioning. I struggled a lot doing that and I’m not looking forward to having to deal with that every time I want to screw the handlebar into position for mowing.
the grass box was a little tricky to put together as one side wouldn’t clip into place.
these cons are worth dealing with for the efficiency of the cutting experience and I will be using this from now on as opposed to my qualcast.
I bought this to replace a “Flymo Mow ‘n’ Vac” which was totally useless. The Bosch arrived yesterday and I have used it only once, so this is initial impressions only. Compared with the Flymo, the Bosch is:
– About 20 more expensive
– Longer and heavier, so requires a bigger storage space
– Slightly more faff to assemble on delivery
– Appears slightly more ticky-tacky, thinner plastic and so on.
On the other hand, the Bosch:
– Came highly recommended by my friend, who has had one trouble-free for about 5 years
– Cuts my very small lawn in around 10 easy minutes, compared with 20 minutes of struggle with the Flymo
– Cuts right to the edges, up to walls and upstanding boards, so no going round afterwards with the shears
– Cuts neatly over the edges of inset paths without scalping the grassy high points (the mower supports itself on the roller)
– Needs the grassbox emptying only once, compared with three or four times for the Flymo even on a tiny lawn
– Leaves the lawn almost totally clear of clippings, whereas the Flymo left a liberal coating of cut grass on the ground
– Does not blow clippings or dead leaves all over the place as the Flymo did
– Has a proper metal blade which does not break or fly off as the Flymo plastic blades did every time I used it
– Cuts the rough grass in the back lane outside my garage very easily
– Deals with clumps of longer grass without nearly stalling, which the Flymo was prone to do
– Supports its own weight, which the Flymo did not do, even on a perfectly level surface (unless you left the grassbox off)
– Has five easily adjusted, very distinct cutting heights. The Flymo has two, which requires disassembly of the cutting rotor to change
– Can leave stripes, if you are interested in such things (I am not).
Worthy of 5
Used twice thus far. Hubby found instructions on putting together unclear and had to look at the picture on the box. Nice light mower. Picks up well but dust blows out of box. Used to use a heavier and wider electric mower which I’ve had for 15 years. Don’t think this one will last as long. If you have a large garden this one will make you walk up and down more (good exercise) without the weight on the turns. If you have to lift into a shed this is also beneficial.
Worthy of 5
Used twice thus far. Hubby found instructions on putting together unclear and had to look at the picture on the box. Nice light mower. Picks up well but dust blows out of box. Used to use a heavier and wider electric mower which I’ve had for 15 years. Don’t think this one will last as long. If you have a large garden this one will make you walk up and down more (good exercise) without the weight on the turns. If you have to lift into a shed this is also beneficial.
Perfect with exception of flimsy feel grass box.
Love this lawnmower, and I have had a few, with the exception of the point raised in other reviews that the grass box is a little flimsy and occasional fiddly to fit (and by occasionally I mean those times when you have just removed to empty and want to quickly fit and carry on mowing.
The range of grass heights cut is excellent and it certainly deal with thick/long grass easily. Edge cutting is brilliant and the whole mower folds nicely into a compact storage size.
Perfect with exception of flimsy feel grass box.
Love this lawnmower, and I have had a few, with the exception of the point raised in other reviews that the grass box is a little flimsy and occasional fiddly to fit (and by occasionally I mean those times when you have just removed to empty and want to quickly fit and carry on mowing.
The range of grass heights cut is excellent and it certainly deal with thick/long grass easily. Edge cutting is brilliant and the whole mower folds nicely into a compact storage size.
Early days but good so far, let down by lack of cable storage.
Good mower cut, have had Flymo brand for many years, so was surprised how well this ‘wheeled’ mower cuts neatly, and close to grass edges, up to walls etc. but as others have commented, WHY NO cable store point, yes I know you can buy extra fitment that attaches. A let down for such a well known Bosch brand. The grass box is a little flimsy but has good capacity. Certainly leaves lawn cleaner and tidier, and few grass cutting bits left around as have had in the past with the Flymo, Its easy enough to push, don’t try to rush it, I take a gentle ‘stroll’ push with the mower and as stated it cuts well, leaving lines where mower has been. Like the external handle for blade adjustment., I am very pleased with its performance thus far, BUT knock a star off due to that lack of cable storage, damned annoying when you wrap up the cable tuck it in the motor handle, lift up the mower and the cable just falls away. I consider this a design fault and something if Flymo can provide on mowers, strimmers (moulded and built in to the casing) why cannot Bosch, or is it just another way to add an extra 10 plus for screw on plastic hooks which Bosch make.
I love this lawn mowe
I love this lawn mower! Although it probably took me a bit longer to put together than it should have (old female living on her own ha ha) Believe it or not i found the grass box the hardest part! I just couldn’t get it together but eventually i did. I find it easier to use than my old one and the larger grass box makes a difference, not having to empty it as often. What really makes it easier for me I guess is having the lever on the side to adjust the cutting height. I find that a big plus.
I love this lawn mowe
I love this lawn mower! Although it probably took me a bit longer to put together than it should have (old female living on her own ha ha) Believe it or not i found the grass box the hardest part! I just couldn’t get it together but eventually i did. I find it easier to use than my old one and the larger grass box makes a difference, not having to empty it as often. What really makes it easier for me I guess is having the lever on the side to adjust the cutting height. I find that a big plus.
Does the job it is intended for.
As others have stated it does feel a bit cheap and the grass bin needs a bit of help to fit properly. But once in operation it has worked just fine for me, handling longish grass and catching all the cuttings. It is only intended for small gardens though, so for most people with typical british little patch of lawn at the back it will be fine but if you have a bigger garden then you will need something more substantial. Note that its “normal” price is excessive – if you see the chance to pick one up for around 70 then go for it.
Just one drawback - No multi-mulch attachme
I just wanted to highlight one drawback….for other rotak models in the range, Bosch sell a multi-mulch attachment, but not for the 34R. This replaces the grassbox, and directs/disperses the clippings over the lawn (so no need to empty the grassbox). I didn’t realise this at the time of purchase. If this appeals to you, get the rotak 36 for a little more (not the 34R). No idea why Bosch don’t sell a multi-mulch for this model.
Link to the multi-mulch attachment:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-Multi-Mulch-Rotak-Lawnmowers-34/dp/B0053PW3MK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422617660&sr=8-2&keywords=rotak+mulch
Otherwise very happy with the performance, as per other reviewers comments.
Just one drawback - No multi-mulch attachme
I just wanted to highlight one drawback….for other rotak models in the range, Bosch sell a multi-mulch attachment, but not for the 34R. This replaces the grassbox, and directs/disperses the clippings over the lawn (so no need to empty the grassbox). I didn’t realise this at the time of purchase. If this appeals to you, get the rotak 36 for a little more (not the 34R). No idea why Bosch don’t sell a multi-mulch for this model.
Link to the multi-mulch attachment:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-Multi-Mulch-Rotak-Lawnmowers-34/dp/B0053PW3MK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422617660&sr=8-2&keywords=rotak+mulch
Otherwise very happy with the performance, as per other reviewers comments.
A practical mower for the town garden.
Used for one season on two modest sized lawns. I use with an extension cable because the lead is not as long as my old mower, but the advantage is that I can route the cable for maximum safety and convenience.
The important thing is that my experience with this mower has been positive. After long periods of wet, the grass has been longer than I would normally leave it, and this relatively lightweight machine has coped well. It also gives a reasonable finish.
I like the way it packs down when not in use. I note the points people have made about fittings and the ‘flimsy’ grass box. All I can say is that it works well for me. You just need to respect the fact that it is not a heavy duty Tonka toy.
A practical mower for the town garden.
Used for one season on two modest sized lawns. I use with an extension cable because the lead is not as long as my old mower, but the advantage is that I can route the cable for maximum safety and convenience.
The important thing is that my experience with this mower has been positive. After long periods of wet, the grass has been longer than I would normally leave it, and this relatively lightweight machine has coped well. It also gives a reasonable finish.
I like the way it packs down when not in use. I note the points people have made about fittings and the ‘flimsy’ grass box. All I can say is that it works well for me. You just need to respect the fact that it is not a heavy duty Tonka toy.
I killed my 22 year old hover mower and bought one of these….
…It was an accident I ran over the metal spike that normally holds up the rotary washing line with my trusty Flymo Hover bringing it to a sudden end. So I bought one of these. My ‘lawn’ is a very uneven collection of green growth mainly grass but a huge amount of weeds, dandelions etc etc being about 45ft X 12 ft ( London average type ). To my surprise the Bosch has handled this very uneven ground very well and producing a more than adequate cut. I found it hard to direct at first but have found just going in nice straight lines does the job. I never used the grass box on the Flymo hover and so had to rake the grass after cutting but with this I do use the box and find the whole job much easier and quicker ( I guess emptying it 4 times on a lawn with very tall growth ). Being just over 60 it is MUCH EASIER ON MY BACK THAN THE HOVER WAS. It feels a slightly cheap build and the folding handle, although a good idea, lacks rigidity and strength. The grass box is about as cheap as you can make BUT does the job. I guess I will use the mower 6-8 times this year as I am not a keen gardener by any means, because of its light use I DO expect the Bosch to last for many years.