Quick Summary
The BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB is a compact corded hover mower for users who want lightweight handling, easy movement and simple cutting for smaller gardens.
What This Product Is Used For
The BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB is an electric hover mower used for cutting smaller gardens and lawns up to 250m2. It has a 1200W motor, a 30cm deck, 3 cutting positions from 20mm to 40mm and a 10m cable. Compared with a standard wheeled mower, this compact hover mower offers more manoeuvrability on sloped and uneven gardens. Users choose it over simpler options because it is lightweight, easy to move and supplied with 10 replacement plastic blades for hassle free maintenance.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This product is best suited to users who want a compact mower that feels easy to guide around smaller or uneven garden spaces. It suits people who prefer mains powered mowing, want a lightweight design and need a simple mower for routine lawn care without sharpening blades between uses.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• Compact 30cm deck makes mowing easy in smaller gardens
• 1200W motor gives reliable electric cutting power
• Suitable for lawns up to 250m2
• Hover design offers simple manoeuvrability on sloped and uneven gardens
• 3 cutting positions give control from 20mm to 40mm
• 10m cable allows practical reach across the garden
• 10 replacement plastic blades are included for quick maintenance
• Lightweight design makes handling simple and less tiring
Pros and Cons
Pros
• Lightweight body makes mowing feel easier and more manageable
• Hover design helps with sloped and uneven garden areas
• Replacement plastic blades reduce maintenance worry
Cons
• Corded design requires access to mains power
• Best suited to smaller gardens and lawns up to 250m2
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
In real world use, the BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB is designed for straightforward mowing where compact size and manoeuvrability matter. The 30cm deck is practical for smaller lawns, while the 1200W motor gives the mower its cutting power. The 3 cutting positions from 20mm to 40mm let users adjust the finish based on lawn condition and preference. The 10m cable helps cover the length of the garden without needing extension leads, and the 10 replacement plastic blades help reduce maintenance because there is no need to sharpen blades between uses.
Choose this if you want a compact lightweight hover mower for smaller, sloped or uneven gardens.
Skip this if you need a mower for lawns larger than 250m2 or want cordless movement.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it keeps smaller garden mowing simple, light and easy to control. It helps buyers avoid the mistake of choosing a heavier mower for an awkward lawn, while also reducing the regret of buying a model that needs blade sharpening between uses.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with wheeled electric lawn mowers
Better when
You want more manoeuvrability on sloped or uneven gardens
Alternative better when
You prefer a wheeled mower for flatter lawn areas
Compared with cordless lawn mowers
Better when
You want mains powered mowing without battery charging
Alternative better when
You want cable free movement around the garden
Compared with metal blade lawn mowers
Better when
You want replacement plastic blades for hassle free maintenance
Alternative better when
You specifically prefer a sharpenable metal blade system
Alternatives Worth Considering
Wheeled electric lawn mowers
Cordless lawn mowers
Manual push lawn mowers
Robotic lawn mowers
Electric mowers with metal blades
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Choose one of the 3 cutting positions before mowing based on the lawn condition. Use the higher 40mm setting when the grass needs a gentler cut, then move lower later if you want a shorter finish. Keep the 10m cable safely behind your mowing path. Use the mower on smaller, sloped or uneven gardens where its manoeuvrability is most useful. Replace plastic blades when needed rather than trying to sharpen them.
Full Technical Specification
Brand
BLACK+DECKER
Model
BEMWH551 GB
Product Type
Electric hover mower
Motor Power
1200W
Power Type
Corded electric
Deck Size
30cm
Recommended Lawn Area
Up to 250m2
Cutting Positions
3 positions
Cutting Height Range
20mm to 40mm
Cable Length
10m
Blade Type
Plastic blades
Replacement Blades Included
10 replacement plastic blades
Design
Compact and lightweight
Suitable Garden Type
Smaller gardens and sloped or uneven gardens
Maintenance
No need to sharpen blades between uses
Box Contents
• BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB electric hover mower
• 10 replacement plastic blades
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want easier mowing with lightweight handling, simple manoeuvrability and low maintenance plastic blades.
Do not buy this if cordless freedom or a larger cutting mower would make your lawn care simpler and faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
What motor does the BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB use?
The BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB uses a 1200W motor.
What deck size does this mower have?
The electric hover mower has a 30cm deck.
What lawn size is this mower suitable for?
The BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB is suitable for smaller gardens and lawns up to 250m2.
Is this mower suitable for sloped gardens?
The hover mower is described as ideal for sloped and uneven gardens.
How many cutting positions are available?
The mower has 3 different cutting positions.
What cutting height range does it offer?
The BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB offers cutting positions from 20mm to 40mm.
How long is the cable?
The corded mower has a 10m cable.
Does this mower include replacement blades?
The BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 GB is supplied with 10 replacement plastic blades.
Do the blades need sharpening?
The supplied plastic blade system means there is no need to sharpen blades between uses.
Who is this mower best suited to?
This electric hover mower is best suited to users with smaller, sloped or uneven gardens who want compact and lightweight mowing.
