Robotic Mower Buying Guide

A robotic mower cuts your lawn little and often, so it always looks freshly cut, without you lifting a finger. Here's what to look at before you buy.

1. Lawn size

Every robotic mower is rated for a maximum area in square metres (m²). Choose a model rated for more than your lawn, so it keeps up in spring when the grass grows fastest. If your lawn is split into several areas, check the mower can manage multiple zones.

2. Boundary wire or wire-free?

• Wire-free (RTK GPS, cameras and LiDAR): most new models, such as Segway Navimow, Roborock and Yarbo, use satellite positioning and on-board sensors, so there's no wire to lay. You set the boundary in the app.
• Boundary wire: older-style systems use a wire pegged or buried around the edge of the lawn.

Wire-free models need a clear view of the sky for satellite positioning. Under heavy tree cover, models with cameras or LiDAR cope better.

3. Slopes and terrain

Check the maximum slope (shown as % or degrees). All-wheel-drive models handle steeper and bumpier lawns better.

4. Obstacles and safety

Look for obstacle detection (cameras, ultrasonic sensors or LiDAR), lift and tilt sensors, and PIN or GPS anti-theft protection.

5. Garages and accessories

A robotic mower garage protects the mower and charging station from rain and sun. Replacement blades should be changed regularly for a clean cut.

Commercial grounds and sports pitches

For GAA and rugby pitches, golf courses, hotels and colleges, we supply and install commercial robotic mowers from FJDynamics and Segway Navimow Terranox, including line-marking robots. Our own FJD N10 RTK base station in Cork gives centimetre-level accuracy. See our commercial robotics or call us to book a demo.

Installation

We can install your mower for you: we map the lawn, set up the app and make sure it's working before we leave. Robotic mowers are delivered within the Republic of Ireland only, or collect free from our shop in Cork.

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