How many amps do I need in a corded electric mower?

Across the reviewers we read, 11–12 amps is generally adequate for thin, regularly maintained turf on small lots, while 13-amp motors handle thicker grass and occasional overgrowth with fewer stalls. Multiple r/lawnmowers threads flag that even 13-amp models can overload and trip thermal protection in tall or wet grass, so cutting more frequently matters more than chasing higher amperage.