The self propelled feature was exactly what I needed. It even has adjustable speed if you are able to walk fast. For me the fastest speed is like running. The slow speed is perfect. It is useful to to be able to use the self propel,even when just moving the mower from one place to another. I love the adjustable handle. I’m short and being able to easily move the handle lower is great. All the controls and levers are easy to use. Except the mowing height adjustment is hard for me. But once you find the height you prefer I don’t think constant adjustments are necessary. Long grass is no problem for this mower. Although if the grass is the least bit wet, it does get clogged shooting into the bag. I did get stump ed figuring out where to fasten the bag on the mower. My grand daughter was helping, otherwise I’m sure I would have seen the arrows on the picture indicating proper attachment. Having three options is nice: bagging, mulching, onside discharge. Having one heavy duty battery is wonderful. Just remember to charge it. And if you start one day and have to finish the next the battery seems to drain itself just sitting in the mower. So I disconnect it in between. One charge does my very large lawn. Turning corners and navigating curves is as much of a challenge as with any other mower.