EGO Power+ 22" Aluminum Deck Select Cut Self-Propelled Mower Review

Introduction

EGO has built its mower reputation on composite decks, and cut quality has rarely been the complaint. So the arrival of the Power+ 22” Aluminum Deck Select Cut Self-Propelled Lawn Mower marks a genuine shift: it is the brand’s first metal-deck mower. The aluminum deck is not a styling choice. Raising blade speed as high as EGO wanted is not possible with a poly deck, because a rock picked up at those speeds could punch through plastic. Metal gives the security needed to run blades faster, and faster blades are how EGO says it achieved the cut quality it was after.

This is a 3-in-1 mower: mulching blades are included in the box, a bag is available for collecting clippings, and a new-style rear plug enables side discharge. EGO claims 11.1 ft-lb of torque and 4,480 watts of output, promising power that exceeds gas without the noise, fumes, or fuss.

Who This Mower Is For

This is a residential or homeowner-grade mower, but it borrows a lot from EGO’s professional line, which also uses an upgraded metal deck and high blade speeds. It suits homeowners with a decent-sized lawn who want gas-level cutting power and battery convenience, especially anyone dealing with thick, tall, or damp grass where lesser battery mowers stall or need half swipes.

It is also a strong fit if you want flexibility in how you handle clippings. If weeds are spreading in your lawn, bagging is the better choice than mulching to keep them under control. If your grass is dry and manageable, mulching works well.

Main Strengths

The most impressive part of the package is the attention to detail. The machining on the deck, the finish on the adjustments, and the overall fit and finish feel a class above, more sports car than lawn mower. Instead of a single adjustment point, EGO uses two points to raise and lower the deck, which the brand says helps optimize cut quality. Cutting heights run from 1 to 8, including at the rear, and the wheels are notably large.

In testing through tall, wet, overgrown grass, the mower had no trouble taking it down. With an older gas mower, that kind of grass often meant getting maybe 11 inches of a 22-inch deck on a pass. Here, even at moderate self-propel speeds, the mower powered through without stalling, and ramping up the pace felt safe.

The aluminum deck is also very slick. Wet grass sticks far less than on typical decks, with clumping mostly limited to the area around the rear plug, and cleanup after mowing is quick and easy. The deck itself carries a lifetime warranty, with everything else covered by a 5-year comprehensive warranty. There is also an app for mower management, including ordering replacement parts.

Things to Consider Before Buying

The box is heavy, so having a second person for unboxing helps. Assembly is minimal beyond the bag, but plan for it.

Blade speed settings include low, medium, and turbo. Turbo audibly kicks the blade speed up and can help grass stand taller for a cleaner cut, but pushing speed on extremely tall, wet grass comes at a cost: cut quality suffers. The better technique is a two-pass approach. Knock overgrowth down at the highest height setting and a fast pace, then come back slower at a closer cut to finish the job.

Also note the timing of your mowing. This test involved damp grass with some clumping under the deck. If you can mow later in the day when the grass is dry, you may have essentially nothing to clean at all.

Buying Advice

As a kit with the battery, charger, and mower included, this machine comes in at around $1,200, right in line with other battery-powered competitors at this level. The difference, based on real use, is that few competitors match the cut quality, battery life, runtime, and lift ability this mower delivers. It is hard to find a better mower at this price.

It earned its place on rough, trashy ground cover around fences and along a street where a zero-turn or tractor simply cannot reach, producing a genuinely nice cut where only a push mower will do. There is also a limited-time promotion worth checking: EGO is running a buy-one-get-one offer with a free battery on specific mowers and accessories, and this mower qualifies.

Conclusion

EGO’s move to an aluminum deck is not a gamble; it is what made higher blade speeds possible, and higher blade speeds are what deliver the cut quality this mower shows. With strong power in wet, tall grass, a slick deck that cleans easily, two-point height adjustment, a lifetime deck warranty, and kit pricing in line with competitors, this is one of the most convincing battery mowers available right now. If you want gas-level performance without the gas, it belongs on your short list.