Flymo EasiGlide 360 Hover Collect Lawn Mower

In-Depth Look

Flymo has been synonymous with hover mowing in the UK for decades, and the EasiGlide 360 continues that tradition with a practical set of features aimed squarely at domestic gardeners. The hover design eliminates wheels entirely, allowing the mower to float on a cushion of air and move freely in any direction.

Mowing Performance

The 2000W motor provides enough power to handle typical UK lawn grasses without bogging down. The 36cm cutting width strikes a good balance between coverage speed and manoeuvrability, and the four cutting height settings (10mm to 30mm) give reasonable flexibility for different seasons. The hover action means you can sweep the mower side to side rather than being locked into straight lines, which is a genuine advantage on irregular lawn shapes.

Collection and Storage

The 26L grass box sits at the rear and collects clippings effectively, though it does need emptying fairly frequently if the grass is long. The real standout feature for many buyers will be the fold-flat design. The handle folds down and the mower can be stored vertically against a wall, taking up very little space. For those with limited shed or garage room, this is a significant practical benefit.

Verdict

The Flymo EasiGlide 360 is a sensible, affordable hover mower that excels on uneven and sloped lawns where wheeled mowers struggle. It is lightweight, stores compactly, and does a respectable job of collecting clippings. For larger lawns or those wanting a pristine striped finish, a wheeled rotary mower may be preferable. But for straightforward, fuss-free mowing on tricky terrain, the EasiGlide 360 is a dependable choice.

How It Compares

A hover mower floats on a cushion of air instead of rolling on wheels, and that single design choice explains most of its strengths and weaknesses. It is light at 7.6kg, simple to push in any direction and happy on slopes and uneven ground, because there are no wheels to dig in or catch on bumps. A wheeled rotary mower, by contrast, is steadier in a straight line and heavier to push, but it is better at certain finishes.

Take the Bosch UniversalRotak, a cordless wheeled rotary mower covered elsewhere on this site. It runs on battery power with no cable to manage, and it has a larger grass box. The EasiGlide 360 is mains powered, so you trade the freedom of a battery for lighter weight and no charging. Its 12m cable, plus any extension lead, is the main thing to manage.

Flymo’s own wheeled rotary range, including the Chevron, and wheeled mowers from makers such as Hayter and Webb, are more suited to larger lawns and to those who want a striped finish. A rear roller on a wheeled mower presses the grass blades in alternate directions, which gives the classic stripes. A hover mower has no roller, so stripes are not its strength. If a formal lawn is your goal, the EasiGlide 360 is not the best tool.

Where the EasiGlide 360 shines is the awkward garden. It suits sloped banks, undulating lawns, curved beds and small to medium lawns up to 400m². Its four cutting heights, from 10mm to 30mm, give some flexibility across the season. The 26L grass box is on the small side, so it fills quickly on long grass, and it is worth cutting little and often rather than leaving the lawn to get long. The fold-flat design also makes it easy to store in a small shed or garage.

Common Questions

Can it cut wet grass? It is best to cut when the grass is dry. Wet grass clumps, clogs the underside and fills the box quickly, and it leaves a poorer finish. As a mains electric mower, it should also not be used in the rain or on soaking wet lawns. Use it with an RCD-protected socket, and wait for the lawn to dry.

How do I stop the cable getting in the way? Start near the socket and work away from it, keeping the cable behind you and out of the cutting path. Mow in side to side sweeps, and move the cable to the other side as you turn. The 12m cable may need an extension lead on bigger lawns, and any extension should be rated for outdoor use.

What lawn size is it really suited to? The specification gives a maximum of up to 400m², but the real-world limit depends on the cable reach and the small 26L grass box. On a lawn at the larger end, expect to empty the box often. It is a particularly good fit for small and medium gardens, and for lawns with slopes.

Can it handle edges and under hedges? The hover design lets you push the mower sideways and into awkward corners, and it can reach under low overhanging plants better than a heavy wheeled mower. It will not trim right to a wall or edge, though, so you will still need shears or a strimmer to finish the edges tidily.