Quick Summary
The Q Garden QG30 1200 is a lightweight hover mower for small lawns where easy movement, simple cutting and no grass box emptying are the main priorities.
What This Product Is Used For
The Q Garden QG30 1200 electric hover non collect lawn mower is used for regular cutting and lawn maintenance on smaller garden lawns. With a 30cm cutting width, 1200W motor and 10 metre mains lead, it is made for quick mowing where a compact machine is easier to manage than a heavier wheeled mower. Compared with a collect mower, this non collect hover mower leaves short clippings on the grass instead of storing them in a bag. Users choose it over simpler options because the hover action makes mowing feel lighter while the clipping return helps feed the lawn naturally.
Who This Product Is Best Suited To
This mower is best suited to users who cut little and often, prefer a light machine and do not want the interruption of emptying a grass box. It also suits gardens with smaller lawns, gentle slopes or slightly undulating ground where easy manoeuvrability matters more than collection.
Key Benefits at a Glance
• Lightweight 6kg design makes mowing easy to manage
• 30cm cutting width helps small lawns get cut quickly
• Hover action supports simple movement over smaller and slightly hillier lawns
• Non collect design means there is no grass bag to empty
• Short clippings return nutrients to help feed the lawn
• 1200W motor gives reliable power for regular lawn maintenance
• 10 metre mains lead gives useful freedom of movement
• 3 cutting heights allow safer seasonal cutting choices
Pros and Cons
Pros
• Easy to manoeuvre thanks to the lightweight hover design
• No grass box emptying makes regular mowing quicker and simpler
• Short clippings can help feed the lawn naturally
Cons
• Non collect design will not suit users who want all clippings removed
• Corded operation needs access to a suitable mains power supply
Real World Performance and Day to Day Use
The Q Garden QG30 1200 is built for small lawn maintenance where ease of use matters. At just 6kg, it is light enough to move comfortably, while the 30cm cutting width helps make quick work of smaller areas. The hover action is useful on slightly hillier or undulating lawns, and the 10 metre mains lead gives practical movement around the garden.
Because this is a non collect mower, there is no grass bag to empty. Short clippings fall back onto the grass where they are almost invisible and release nutrients into the lawn. The 3 cutting heights allow you to set the blade to a shorter 20mm cut or a taller 60mm cut depending on the season, grass type and finish you want.
Choose this if you want a lightweight hover mower for regular cutting without collecting clippings.
Skip this if you want a mower that collects grass into a box for disposal.
Why We Like This Product
The YPC Team likes this because it keeps small lawn mowing light, simple and low fuss. It helps avoid the common mistake of buying a heavy collection mower for a lawn that only needs regular maintenance, and it reduces the regret of choosing a mower that feels awkward to move or frustrating to store.
Comparisons With Similar Systems
Compared with electric rotary lawn mower
Better when
You want lighter hover movement and no grass box to empty
Alternative better when
You want collected clippings and a tidier removed finish
Compared with cordless hover mower
Better when
You want corded power without relying on battery charge
Alternative better when
You need mowing freedom away from mains power
Compared with grass collecting lawn mower
Better when
You prefer short clippings to fall back onto the lawn naturally
Alternative better when
You want to remove clippings after every cut
Alternatives Worth Considering
Electric rotary lawn mower
Cordless lawn mower
Grass collecting lawn mower
Manual cylinder mower
Wider cutting electric mower
Tips for Getting the Best Performance
Use this mower for regular cutting so clippings stay short and less visible on the lawn. Set the cutting height to suit the season, using the taller 60mm option when the grass needs a less severe cut and the shorter 20mm option when you want a closer finish. Keep the mains lead safely positioned while mowing, and use the hover action to work smoothly around small or curved areas.
Full Technical Specification
Brand
Q Garden
Model
QG30 1200
Product Type
Electric hover non collect lawn mower
Power
1200W
Cutting Width
30cm
Cutting Heights
3
Cutting Height Range
20mm to 60mm
Weight
6kg
Mains Lead Length
10 metres
Grass Collection
Non collect
Grass Clippings
Short clippings fall to the grass and release nutrients
Recommended Lawn Type
Smaller lawns
Suitable Ground Type
Slightly hillier undulating lawns
Guarantee
1 year
Customer Support
UK based customer service team
Brand Background
Q Garden was developed in 2006
Expertise
Backed by G J Handy lawnmower expertise since 1938
Buyer’s Guide
Buy this if you want easier regular mowing with a lightweight hover mower and no grass box to empty
Do not buy this if a collecting mower would be simpler for removing clippings after every cut
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Q Garden QG30 1200 suitable for small lawns?
The Q Garden QG30 1200 is designed for smaller lawns and regular lawn maintenance.
Does the Q Garden QG30 1200 collect grass?
The Q Garden QG30 1200 is a non collect mower, so short clippings fall back onto the grass.
How heavy is the Q Garden QG30 1200?
The Q Garden QG30 1200 weighs just 6kg, making it easy to manoeuvre.
What cutting width does this mower have?
The electric hover mower has a 30cm cutting width for quick mowing on smaller lawns.
How many cutting heights does it have?
The Q Garden QG30 1200 has 3 cutting heights from 20mm to 60mm.
Is this mower suitable for uneven lawns?
The hover mower can cope with slightly hillier undulating lawns, according to the provided product details.
Does this mower need a power cable?
The mower is corded and includes a 10 metre mains lead for movement around the garden.
What is the benefit of the non collect design?
The non collect design means there is no grass bag to empty, and short clippings return nutrients to the lawn.
What guarantee is included?
The Q Garden QG30 1200 comes with a 1 year guarantee.
