Cylinder mowers use a scissor-like action, cutting grass cleanly between rotating blades and a fixed bottom blade. This results in a precise, even cut that promotes healthier grass by minimizing tearing, unlike rotary mowers which can leave ragged edges.

The clean cut reduces stress on grass, lowering the risk of disease and discoloration. It’s particularly beneficial for maintaining fine turf at low cutting heights (e.g., 3-40mm), ideal for golf greens, fairways or bowling greens.

Cylinder mowers create a striped effect due to their rollers, enhancing the visual appeal of lawns, especially on sports fields or formal gardens. The roller also helps level the surface for a uniform look.