I just got this B/D electric mower and was a little under estimate what it can do, but it did a awesome job!! no more shoulder hurting from pulling string on gas,no mixing gas, no smell, very quieter and very light u dont even need a self propel. my neighbors was watching me and u could c the look on their face to c a awesome job. i used it with a 12/3 100ft. cord.I did not get tangle with cord. One good tip is, make sure u start cutting grass from closer to outlet and work ur way out that way u wont tangle with cord.this is a good little toy for ur home and cheaper than gas mower and BETTER TOO! it so light, its like using a vacuum on ur grass. I highly recommend it to any one who is looking for a mower