Lawn Care Apps
DIY or hire — done right.
Sunday Lawn Care
$120-300/yearSoil-test-based custom lawn fertilizer. Mailed to you. Eco-friendly.
Best DIY service.
Lawnbot.io / Yardbook
Free with servicesFind local lawn services and get quotes online.
Best for finding pros.
TruGreen
Subscription, variesNational professional lawn service.
Reliable for those who want pro service.
GreenPal
Free quotes"Uber for lawns" — local mowers bid on your job.
Cheapest local mowing.
LawnStarter
SubscriptionRecurring lawn care via app.
For those who hate scheduling.
Picture This / PlantSnap
Free trial; $30/yrIdentify weeds and plant problems by photo.
For DIY diagnosis.
Almanac.com
FREEWhen to fertilize, plant, aerate by zip code. Free wisdom.
Best free reference.
Senior-friendly lawn options
- Robotic mower — set and forget. (See our Robotic Lawn Mower Pick.)
- GreenPal local mower — $25-50 per mow.
- Drought-tolerant grass — buffalograss, fescue. Mow 2x/month vs 4x.
- Smaller lawn — replace some lawn with native plants, gravel paths, garden.
- Local "Mow & Snow" services — same person handles all-year yard maintenance.
When DIY is great
If yard work is your enjoyable hobby — keep it. Sunday Lawn Care ($120-300/yr) sends you the right fertilizer for YOUR soil at the right time. Cheaper and healthier than mass-market brands. Best DIY-friendly modern lawn service.