We took the plunge about 2 months ago and bought an EGO. We got the self propelled 42cm mower as it is for several small areas. We are absolutely delighted with it. It is so quiet we don't even need to wear ear defenders. It is light and manoeuvrable. It is easy and intuitive to start, comfortable to use and does an excellent cutting job. The height adjustment is easy (although it's all 4 wheels together - they are not individually adjustable) and the collecting bag is superb. I don't know what they've done to the chute, but the deck remains clean and the chute has never once blocked up. The bag fills perfectly and even though I'm lazy and don't empty it enough, I have not once had any overflow or clumps left on the lawn. I am surprised as I have used it on overlong (did have the mower set high initially) and wet grass and our previous petrol mower would have blocked numerous times in that situation. It collects debris well, but only on its lower settings. It does everything we ask it to do, and we do ask it to work hard. The battery life is very good - I'll try and make a point of noticing how long it does last - but it is possible to upscale the battery. I hope this helps.