By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 21 by Billy G.
Ego Power LM2135SP
Ego Power LM2135SPvs
Ryobi RY401170 Y
Ryobi RY401170 Y
Worth-It Score: 75/100WAITEgo Power LM2135SP scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
✓VerifiedConfidence: 83%
Verdict: The Ego Power LM2135SP outperforms the Ryobi RY401170 Y with 15 minutes more runtime (per independent battery tests) and better handling on thick turf. It beats the Ryobi on cutting consistency by maintaining speed where the 40V model bogs down. Ryobi wins on price for smaller properties but trails in overall power delivery.
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Winner: Ego Power LM2135SP
Ego Power LM2135SP: 8.5/10
Ryobi RY401170 Y: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
Ego Power LM2135SP
Ryobi RY401170 Y
Cutting Width
21 inches
21 inches
Voltage
56 V
40 V
Weight
58 lbs
62 lbs
Run Time
60 minutes
45 minutes
Ego Power LM2135SP
What works
Superior torque for thick grass
Longer battery life per charge
Smooth variable speed self-propulsion
What doesn't
Higher upfront cost for battery ecosystem
Heavier than some gas alternatives
Ryobi RY401170 Y
What works
Lower entry price for starter kit
Compact folding handle for storage
Good mulching performance
What doesn't
Shorter runtime on thick lawns
Less powerful on tall wet grass
Bottom line
Our pick: Ego Power LM2135SP. It edges out the alternative on superior torque for thick grass. That said, Ryobi RY401170 Y still wins on lower entry price for starter kit — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.