January 2025

Robotic Lawn Mowers: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of robotic lawn mowers rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2025.

Summary

On 9 Jan 2025, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 59 robotic lawn mower endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

41 robotic lawn mowers were endorsed in total, only 12 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 9 Jan 2025, Husqvarna 430X takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed robotic lawn mower with 4 expert endorsements.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking robotic lawn mowers start at $399 (MowRo RM24) and go up to $3499 (Husqvarna 450XH). Median robotic lawn mower costs $1147.41 (Worx WR147 Landroid).
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At a glance - January Ranking

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Rank Change Price Robotic Lawn Mower
Sumo Gardener
BestReviews
Pocket-lint
Digital Trends
PCMag
ZD Net
Agriculture Goods
LawnStarter
Gardener's World
Popular Mechanics
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Husqvarna 430X
The Husqvarna 430X robotic lawn mower is a highly praised and efficient option for medium to large lawns, offering precise cutting, adjustable height options, smart features, safety measures, quiet operation, and a warranty for added peace of mind.
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Gardena Sileno Minimo
The Gardena Sileno Minimo is a highly intelligent and efficient robotic lawn mower that offers precise cutting performance, quiet operation, and convenient smartphone app control.
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Greenworks Optimow 50H
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Husqvarna Automower 430XH
The Husqvarna Automower 430XH is a highly praised robotic lawn mower that offers innovative cutting capabilities, efficient battery life, advanced navigation features, comprehensive safety measures, and a quiet operation, making it a reliable and efficient choice for larger lawns.
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Mammotion Luba 2
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Worx WR155 Landroid
The Worx WR155 Landroid Robotic Lawn Mower is a highly recommended option for users with larger lawns, offering excellent cutting capabilities, reliable battery life, advanced navigation system, safety features, low noise level, and a generous warranty.
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Gardena Sileno City
The Gardena Sileno City robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its cutting capabilities, battery life, navigation system, safety features, and low noise level, making it a convenient and efficient choice for homeowners.
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Honda Miimo HRM520
The Honda Miimo HRM520 robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its cutting performance, battery life, navigation system, safety features, and quiet operation, making it an efficient and user-friendly option for maintaining small to medium-sized lawns.
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Robomow RS630
The Robomow RS630 is a highly regarded robotic lawn mower that offers excellent cutting capabilities, convenient smart features, and extensive safety measures, making it a reliable and efficient choice for homeowners with larger lawns.
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Husqvarna 115H Connect
The Husqvarna 115H Connect robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its cutting performance, battery life, navigation system, safety features, and low noise level, making it a reliable and efficient option for maintaining small to medium-sized lawns.
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MowRo RM24
The MowRo RM24 robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its efficient cutting capabilities, adjustable cutting height options, and strong safety features, making it a convenient and reliable choice for maintaining medium-sized lawns.
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Stihl iMow 422P
The Stihl iMow 422P Robotic Lawn Mower is praised for its efficient cutting, advanced navigation system, and safety features, making it a recommended choice for small to medium-sized lawns.
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Robotic Lawn Mower
#18 $399 MowRo RM24
#2 $455.93 Gardena Sileno Minimo
#7 $614.25 Gardena Sileno City
#10 $657.99 Husqvarna 115H Connect
#6 $749.99 Worx WR155 Landroid
#4 $2055.78 Husqvarna Automower 430XH
#1 $2499 Husqvarna 430X

We ranked Husqvarna 430X #1 in January 2025 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 30 Aug 2023)
The Husqvarna 430X robotic lawn mower is a highly praised and efficient option for medium to large lawns, offering precise cutting, adjustable height options, smart features, safety measures, quiet operation, and a warranty for added peace of mind.
Critic endorsements:
BestReviews

Alexa Compatible

Mow the lawn without disturbing your neighbors with this ultra-quiet automatic lawn mower that emits as little as 58 dB(A) of noise.
Uses boundary wire to block off property or prevent the mower from entering certain areas such as garden beds.
Runs 145 minutes per battery charge.
Mows up to 0.8 acres.
Choose a lawn cutting height between 0.8" and 2.4".

The software on this mower does not perform as well with complicated boundary wire configurations.

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Pocket-lint

Best for large gardens

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ZD Net

Best Wire Boundary Robot Mower

GPS theft tracking
Mows up to .8 acres
Spiral cut and spot-mow modes
Alexa and Hey Google compatibility

Expensive

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LawnStarter

Fourth Overall

Mows low
Quiet
Feature-packed
High-quality blades
Great anti-theft protection
Works well with virtual assistants

Not good for tall grass
Uses a boundary wire
Narrow cutting height range
Expensive

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We ranked Gardena Sileno Minimo #2 in January 2025 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 28 Aug 2023)
The Gardena Sileno Minimo is a highly intelligent and efficient robotic lawn mower that offers precise cutting performance, quiet operation, and convenient smartphone app control.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

Best Value

Fully automatic mower
Self-charging
App controlled
Easy set up
Affordable
Waterproof

Only suitable for small-average lawns (0.06 acres)
Mows in all weather conditions (can damage lawns)

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BestReviews

Best Bang for the Buck

Automatically mows up to 2,700 square feet.
Easy to program and control thanks to Bluetooth connectivity, auto-schedule features, and EasyConfig technology.
Comes with boundary wire to protect gardens and to designate the boundaries of your yard.
Operates quietly, unlike most push mowers.
Suitable for all weather conditions.

This mower cuts the grass very short, which may not be every user's preference.

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Popular Mechanics

Best Value

Mows rain or shine
Near-silent operation

Gets stuck easily on yard debris

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend robotic lawn mowers.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of robotic lawn mowers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for January 2025 ranking

We ranked Greenworks Optimow 50H #3 in January 2025 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
BestReviews

Trusted Brand

This autonomous lawn mower is designed for large lots and it handles both sloped and flat ground easily. The adjustable cut height lets you use this on many different grasses. This mower runs on a fully programmable schedule and uses GPS tracking. it is waterfroof so you can run it in any weather.

Need to use an app to get all the functions of the device.

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Digital Trends

Best for medium-sized lawns

Great customization
Auto shut-off on lift
IPX5 water-resistant

Difficult to follow instructions

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PCMag

Longest Running Time

Excellent cutting performance
Quiet
Cellular connectivity
GPS tracking
Solid mobile app

Lacks Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity
Must subscribe to a cellular plan after two years
Limited onboard settings

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We ranked Husqvarna Automower 430XH #4 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Husqvarna Automower 430XH as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 30 Aug 2023)
The Husqvarna Automower 430XH is a highly praised robotic lawn mower that offers innovative cutting capabilities, efficient battery life, advanced navigation features, comprehensive safety measures, and a quiet operation, making it a reliable and efficient choice for larger lawns.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

Premium Choice

0.8 acres on a single charge
Automatic return
Easy to programme
Secure against theft (digitally locked to you)
App control

Expensive
Works in all weather (cutting lawns when wet can damage them)

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BestReviews

Best of the Best

Can cover up to 3,400 square feet on a single charge.
GPS assistance returns mower to its charging station when the battery is low and can even track it if stolen. Has a built-in alarm system to prevent theft.
Control mowing with Automower Connect App or through Alexa or Google Assistant.
Weatherproof and able to climb 45-degree slopes.

There are some software issues with this mower, especially with using boundary wires.

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We ranked Mammotion Luba 2 #5 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Mammotion Luba 2 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
ZD Net

Best robot mower overall

Anti-theft features
Alexa-compatible
Different models for every yard

Expensive, starting at $2,100

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Popular Mechanics

Best For Sloped Yards

Can climb steep slopes
No perimeter wire
Supports voice commands

Setup can be a challenge

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We ranked Worx WR155 Landroid #6 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Worx WR155 Landroid as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 27 Sep 2023)
The Worx WR155 Landroid Robotic Lawn Mower is a highly recommended option for users with larger lawns, offering excellent cutting capabilities, reliable battery life, advanced navigation system, safety features, low noise level, and a generous warranty.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

Top Pick

½ acre on a single charge
Automatic return
Easy to programme
Secure against theft (digitally locked to you)
App control
Automatically returns to base in wet weather to avoid damaging lawn

Expensive

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LawnStarter

Great obstacle avoidance
Mows high
Affordable
Wi-Fi connectivity
Alexa skill available
Good for narrow passages

Not good for very short grass
Can’t handle steep slopes
Uses a boundary wire

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We ranked Gardena Sileno City #7 in January 2025 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 28 Aug 2023)
The Gardena Sileno City robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its cutting capabilities, battery life, navigation system, safety features, and low noise level, making it a convenient and efficient choice for homeowners.
Critic endorsements:
Digital Trends

Best for small lawns

Highly reasonable price
Operates even in the rain
Handles up to 19-degrees

Lengthy setup time

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PCMag

Most Affordable

Reasonably priced
Good cutting performance
Quiet operation
Bluetooth connectivity

Lacks GPS and Wi-Fi
No remote steering

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LawnStarter

Mows low
Affordable
Quiet
Easy to clean
Reliable

Narrow cutting height range
Can’t handle steep slopes
Not as many features as high-end models
Uses a boundary wire

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We ranked Honda Miimo HRM520 #8 in January 2025 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 17 Oct 2023)
The Honda Miimo HRM520 robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its cutting performance, battery life, navigation system, safety features, and quiet operation, making it an efficient and user-friendly option for maintaining small to medium-sized lawns.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

Fine mulching capabilities
Very quiet
Lightweight
Good security and safety features
2-year warranty

Expensive
No app control or connectivity
Additional installation costs
No rain sensor

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Pocket-lint

Best for lawn re-growth

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Gardener's World

Easy to programme
Quiet, smooth & efficient
Tackles large/sloping lawns
Long warranty (during 2019)

Relatively few features

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We ranked Robomow RS630 #9 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 30 Aug 2023)
The Robomow RS630 is a highly regarded robotic lawn mower that offers excellent cutting capabilities, convenient smart features, and extensive safety measures, making it a reliable and efficient choice for homeowners with larger lawns.
Critic endorsements:
Pocket-lint

Smart enough to work with Alexa

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Agriculture Goods

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We ranked Husqvarna 115H Connect #10 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 30 Aug 2023)
The Husqvarna 115H Connect robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its cutting performance, battery life, navigation system, safety features, and low noise level, making it a reliable and efficient option for maintaining small to medium-sized lawns.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

0.4 acres on a single charge
Automatic return
Easy to programme
Easy height adjustment
Great value

Expensive
Works in all weather (cutting lawns when wet can damage them)
No app control
No anti-theft measures

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Agriculture Goods

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We ranked MowRo RM24 #11 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 30 Aug 2023)
The MowRo RM24 robotic lawn mower is highly praised for its efficient cutting capabilities, adjustable cutting height options, and strong safety features, making it a convenient and reliable choice for maintaining medium-sized lawns.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

Once set up it will run automatically
Good for sloped yards
Quiet, brushless motor (65 decibels)
Safe for pets and children
Good value for money
Easy to set up

No connectivity or app
Not good for large lawns

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ZD Net

Best budget robot mower

Rain sensors
Quieter operation
Affordable price

No companion app for scheduling
No anti-theft system

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We ranked Stihl iMow 422P #12 in January 2025 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 30 Aug 2023)
The Stihl iMow 422P Robotic Lawn Mower is praised for its efficient cutting, advanced navigation system, and safety features, making it a recommended choice for small to medium-sized lawns.
Critic endorsements:
Sumo Gardener

Good value
Automatic charging
Can manage 0.4-acre spaces over the course of a week
Adjustable cutting height
Smart controlled

Mows in rain, which can damage turf

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Gardener's World

Best robotic mower for medium lawns

Light weight, simple to use and adjust
Fast efficient cut
‘Park’ button on docking station
‘Intelligent’ performance and charging
Long warranty

No Smart connectivity
Occasionally struggled on wet grass

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