Modern reel mowers are quite efficient at cutting grass using nothing but your own push power.
There’s a good overview of manual reel mowers at Reel Mower Guide. They cover the advantages and disadvantages of manual mowers, and offer some tips for using the mowers.
Here are the top rated reel mowers:
Scotts 20″ Classic Reel Mower
Reviewers seem to think the Scotts 20″ Classic Reel Mower has great performance, and it gets a average of 4/5 from 356 Amazon reviewers. The price is around $100.
Brill 33 Reel Mower
Brill Luxus 33 is also well-liked — it is lightweight at 16.1 pounds, making it easy to maneuver and push. It uses a silent cutting blade system, and the cutting height is adjustable. It sells for about $200.
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