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Research-led review · Updated May 2026

Einhell GE-EM 1233 M Review

By The Best Mowers UK · Research-led assessment from specs and verified owner reviews

Einhell corded electric lawn mower on a small UK lawn

Specs

Cutting width33 cm
Motor1250W electric
Power sourceCorded (extension lead required)
Weight10 kg
Cut heights5 positions, 20-60 mm
Grass box30 litres
MulchingNo
Self-propelledNo
Deck materialPolypropylene
Warranty2 years

What owners praise

  • The price - £139 for a functioning, reliable mower from a known brand. Hard to argue with.
  • Light as anything - 10 kg means anyone can push it, lift it, store it on a hook. No strain whatsoever.
  • Simple - plug in, squeeze the bail, mow. No batteries to charge, no fuel to mix, no app to configure. It just works.
  • Adequate cut quality - not competition-grade, but perfectly tidy on a typical small UK lawn mowed weekly.

The drawbacks

  • The cable - you'll spend 20% of your mow managing an extension lead. It's the eternal downside of corded electric mowers.
  • 30L box fills fast - on anything longer than 50 mm cutting height, expect 3-4 empties on a 150 m² lawn.
  • Plastic deck - functional but you can feel the cost saving. Won't survive being dropped onto concrete.
  • No mulching - collect only. If you want to skip the box, you'll need a mulch plug model (not available on this unit).

How it compares

The closest rival is the Flymo Easimo at £89 - cheaper but it's a hover mower (no wheels, no grass box as standard). The Mountfield Princess 34 at £249 is the step-up if you want a rear roller for stripes. For first-time buyers on a tight budget who just want a basic wheeled mower that works, the Einhell is the sensible choice.

Who should buy it

First-time homeowners or renters with small gardens (under 200 m²) who want a basic, reliable mower without spending more than necessary. Students, first-flat buyers, anyone who needs a mower but doesn't care about bells and whistles.

Don't buy it if your lawn is over 200 m² (cable management becomes painful), if you want cordless freedom (Gtech CLM at £249), or if you need mulching capability.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Einhell GE-EM 1233 M any good?+
For the money, yes. It's a basic corded electric mower that cuts grass reliably on small lawns up to 200 m². Don't expect premium build quality or fancy features - but at £139 it does exactly what it's supposed to do without breaking.
What size lawn is the Einhell 1233 good for?+
Up to 200 m² comfortably. The 33 cm deck and corded design mean you'll be managing a cable, so anything over 200 m² becomes tedious. For larger lawns, go cordless.
Is the Einhell 1233 self-propelled?+
No - it's push-only. At 10 kg it's light enough that self-propulsion isn't needed on flat ground. On slopes you'll feel the effort more than with a self-propelled model.
Einhell vs Flymo Easimo - which budget mower is better?+
Both are sub-£150 corded electrics for small gardens. The Einhell has a grass box (30L) and wheeled design - better for conventional mowing. The Flymo Easimo is a hover mower - better for uneven ground and awkward shapes. Choose based on your lawn terrain.
How long is the cable on the Einhell 1233?+
It doesn't include a cable - you need your own extension lead. We recommend a 25 m outdoor-rated cable reel (about £25-£35) which covers most small gardens comfortably.