For homeowners with yards larger than a postage stamp but not much more than a half acre, the self-propelled lawn mower feels like the sweet spot between a riding lawn mower and a standard walk-behind push mower. There are advantages to electric self-propelled mowers: They make less noise, generate no fumes, and don't require as much maintenance. This is why many of the selections in our list, including the best overall, are gas mowers. What to ConsiderLike any yard machine, self-propelled lawn mowers range from basic grass-cutters to more feature-rich (and expensive) tools. Lawn Mower FAQswith Former Test Editor Roy BerendsohnAre there special maintenance considerations with self-propelled mowers?