Flymo Easi Glide Hover Lawnmower Review 2024

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Greetings once again and thanks for taking the time to visit.  If you are interested in buying a Flymo Easi Glide Hover Lawnmower in the coming days, then you will need to check out this detailed review which will outline all you need to know before you buy.

Features

This review will outline all the key features that it has to offer plus all the pros and cons that you need to be aware of to find out if indeed this will be the most suitable Hover lawn mower for you or not.

View also: Our Hover Lawnmower Reviews here

FAQ's

In addition, we will also outline several frequently asked questions that have come up that will definitely be of interest to you and should answer most of the queries that you may have. We will also outline some images to give you a better understanding of the main features plus a comparison table against other Flymo models to add further clarity and peace of mind.

Discounts

Please note also that guide prices can only be presented at the time of this review as prices can change from week to week depending on discount activities so please make sure to view the price checkers outlined below to ensure you have the most accurate up to date price information.

For your convenience, this review will be laid out in 5 parts as follows...

Review Format

  1. Quick Overview
  2. Frequently Asked Questions
  3. Review of Features, Pros and Cons
  4. Comparison Table
  5. Price Comparison Options

View also: Popular Flymo Hover lawnmowers @ Amazon here

Part 1: Lawn Mower Review Overview

Brand:Brand:
Model:Flymo 33cm Easi Glide Hover Lawnmower
Warranty:12 months
Orders Online:Yes, with hassle free home delivery
Cheap Place to Buy:Argos UK – View Stock Availability Here
Support:Helpline is available at 0344 844 4558

Part 2: Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Does it include the vision window?
A. Unfortunately no vision window is available for this model but is available on other models under this brand

Q2. How does the Hover lawnmower operate?
A. It operates by the motor driving a fan beside the blade, drawing in the air and lifting it on a generated cushion of air

Q3. Can I use extension cords?
A. Yes, you can use an extension cord but please make sure the fittings are compatible

Q4. How long is the cable provided?
A. The length of the cable included for this model is 12m (15m with the UltraGlide)

Q5. How big is the grass boxes and do you need to empty it regularly?
A. The grass box is quite small at 20L but the grass is compacted to reduce time spent emptying

Q6. What height of mowing is available?
A. The range of mow heights are 1cm to 3cm across 4 different height settings

Q7. What type of blade is used?
A. A metal blade is used for cuttings

Q8. How can the heights be changed?
A. You can change the heights by adjusting (adding / removing) the spacers provided with the spanner that is included.

Q9, When it is delivered, what mow height is it set to?
A. When you receive it, the height for mowing is set at 2cm

Q10. Can it give the stripes across the lawn?
A. There is no rear roller so it cannot give the striped effect

Q11. Does it have the mulching ability?
A. Unfortunately no, there is no mulching capability – only standard cuttings

Q12. What blade is available if I need to replace it?
A. You can order a replacement blade by using reference number FLY027

Q13. What are the dimensions when folded down?
A. The dimensions when folded away are approx.  H69cm by L143cm by W40cm

Q14. Can you get a free trimmer?
A. It is seller dependant – when last seen on sale with Argos, it was available under reference 7304871 but only while stocks last

Q15. Can additional spacers be bought if they go missing?
A. Yes, you can buy additional spacers if they go missing in the spares department at Argos

Q16. Some say the cable is only 10m – is it 10m or 12m?
A. The cable length for the Easi Glide 330 is 12m

View also: Our Best Lawnmower Lists here

Part 3: Flymo Easi Glide 330 Review – Features / Pros / Cons

Flymo 33cm Easi Glide Hover Lawnmower 1400W

Main Features Available

It provides a mow cutting path of 33cm and a power level of 1400W and it operates on a cushion of air with a metal blade. It is suitable for small and medium sized gardens only plus it is a corded version for power with a 12m cable included as standard. There are front roller wheels to help with transport when not in use and it is light weight coming in at 8.8kg

This Hover mower includes a grass box with a collection capacity of 20L and it provides you with 4 different mow height settings that range from 1cm to 3cm. It includes the double handed switchbox for left or right-hand use

If you need a vision window, consider the 1450W or the 1800W models instead and there are also spacers and a spanner is included for height adjustments. The price when last seen on sale with Argos was in the £85 to £115 bracket (plus a Free Trimmer valued at approx. £30) which of course can be double checked below

Further Images with Features are outlined below:

  • Easy to Carry

Main Pros Outlined:

  • The big attraction here is that there can be a free trimmer valued at approx. £30 included when you buy (seller dependant)
  • Another big attraction is that there is zero assembly work needed – it’s ready to go straight from the box
  • Cable length here of 12m is 2m longer than the Hovervac 280
  • Extremely light piece of equipment to work with as the weight is around 9kg so it can be carried around quite easily
  • Ideal for areas around steep slopes, uneven ground, banks or areas hard to reach by rotary lawn mowers
  • When not in use, you can use the front roller wheels to bring it to your required destination and the rear handle allows it to be carried easily also
  • No charging of batteries, spare batteries, fuel or ongoing maintenance costs to worry about.
  • Environmentally friendly alternative to petrol lawn mower with no toxic fumes
  • Noise level is considerably lower than petrol mowers which is great if you have neighbours living close by.
  • If you are left or right handed, you can adapt it via the double handed switchbox
  • Not only does it collect the grass, it will also compact it which means less time is spent emptying
  • Perfect for people who have limited storage space in their sheds as it folds away easy in a compact format
  • Although not the perfect Hover model for everyone, many people recommend it strongly and the price level gives good value for the amount you have to pay

Main Cons Outlined:

  • The width is 3cm narrower than the UltraGlide which means more mow passes are needed on your end
  • Warranty available is only 12 months where McGregor offer 2 years for theirs.
  • Grass box has a lower capacity then the Glider 1450W of 6L and lower than the UltraGlide 1800W by 10L
  • Confusion over the vision window – stated as being available in some places but is not – only available with the 1450W Glider and the UltraGlide
  • The length of the cable is shorted than the UltraGlide by 3 metres so plan ahead for this if needed
  • No rear roller is available for the striped effect plus no mulching capabilities for composting grass cuttings back into the soil.
  • Cannot be used for long grass, damp grass or large gardens – otherwise you need to start looking elsewhere
  • Limited work area to the length of the cable or extension cord so check your garden dimensions first
  • You must learn to master the technique of avoiding the cord on your cutting paths as you work but gets easier once you get the hang of it.
  • The free trimmer that can be included is very lightweight and is not suitable for thick grass or heavy duty work. Plus is only available with limited stocks so it’s not always guaranteed and the line could be better and stronger
  • Getting an 100% even cut at times can be difficult to achieve and many reported too much grass was left uncollected meaning additional work to clean up afterwards especially around patio areas / driveways

Part 4: Comparison Table

A comparison table versus other Flymo Hover Lawn mowers is outlined below for further clarity with their available features

Feature:Easi-Glide 330Hover vac 280Glider 330UltraGlide
Mow Width:33cm28cm33cm36cm
Power Level:1400W1300W1450W1800W
Grass bag Size:20L Capacity20L Capacity26L Capacity30L Capacity
Height Settings:4444
Mow Height Range:1cm to 3cm1cm to 3cm1.2cm to 3.2cm1.3cm to 3.2cm
Warranty:12 months12 months12 months12 months
Cable:12m long10m long12m long15m long
Rear Roller:Not availableNot availableNot availableNot available
Mulching:Not availableNot availableNot availableNot available
Safety Switch:IncludedIncludedIncludedIncluded
Vision Window:Not availableNot availableAvailableAvailable
Weight:8.8kg8.4kg9.9kg12kg

Part 5 – Price Comparisons

If you would like to compare prices elsewhere in the marketplace, then make sure to take a quick look also at the options provided below…

Further Reading

While you are here and if you are still undecided – take a look at further reviews outlined as follows:

McGregor Lawn Mower Review Compilation - Take a Look Here

Spear & Jackson Lawn Mower Review Compilation – Take a Look Here

Flymo Lawn Mower Review Compilation – Take a Look Here

Bosch Lawn Mower Review – Take a Look Here

Flymo Feedback

Have you any previous experience of using a Flymo Hover Lawnmower? If so, please educate the UK community by leaving your feedback good or bad in the comment section provided below – So that they can learn also!

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4 Comments

  1. Thanks Paul for this very comprehensive review of  the Flymo Easi Glide. You provide really great details with your review and I certainly appreciate it as I don’t want the hassle of picking the wrong lawn mower. With the warranty and the cheapest place to buy, it really makes things that much easier for me. And my favourite thing about this lawn mower is that I don’t need to assemble any parts by myself. And my garden is not a big one, so I think this will work great for me. 

    • Thats great news and best of luck with it in the months and years ahead. Thanks also for taking the time to stop  by and express your own feedback. Take care, Paul

  2. Thanks Paul
    I just purchased the EasiGlide 360V thinking I was upgrading from the Flymo Glider 330 which has served me well for many years.
    The 360V does give a lovely cut and tackles long grass with ease.
    I have used mine twice, I found the suction to pick up cut grass is woeful leaving a line of cut grass on the lawn meaning I had to go over it twice. The suction area inside is also covered in grass clippings as is the large lip outside which is too thin to put a finger in to clear it.
    The cable storage would be better if it had a quick release like the Glider. I have re-used the one off the Glider at the bottom of the handle which is the same size tubing.

    • Ok, many thanks for your feedback, yes the suction at times could be a whole lot better – I agree with you and the cable storage takes a bit of getting used to but its not all that bad once you get the hang of it. Thanks again for taking the time to stop by and leave your feedback…

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