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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Husqvarna: 7 robotic lawn mowers
(#1 is Husqvarna 430X)
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Worx: 5 robotic lawn mowers
(#1 is Worx WR155 Landroid)
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Gardena: 3 robotic lawn mowers
(#1 is Gardena Sileno Minimo)
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Robomow: 2 robotic lawn mowers
(#1 is Robomow RS630)
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Greenworks: 1 robotic lawn mowers
(#1 is Greenworks Optimow 50H)
Price breakdown
At a glance - January Ranking
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Sumo Gardener
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BestReviews
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Pocket-lint
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Digital Trends
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PCMag
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ZD Net
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Agriculture Goods
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LawnStarter
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Gardener's World
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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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5
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2
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4
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2
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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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2
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3
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Greenworks Optimow 50H
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4
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2
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2
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4
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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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5
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Mammotion Luba 2
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5
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6
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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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5
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7
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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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4
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7
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8
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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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7
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4
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9
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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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2
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5
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10
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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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5
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3
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18
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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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8
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19
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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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We ranked Husqvarna 430X #1 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
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".
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The software on this mower does not perform as well with complicated boundary wire configurations.
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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
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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
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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.
Sumo Gardener
Best Value
Fully automatic mower
Self-charging
App controlled
Easy set up
Affordable
Waterproof
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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.
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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
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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.
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.
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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
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Difficult to follow instructions
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PCMag
Longest Running Time
Excellent cutting performance
Quiet
Cellular connectivity
GPS tracking
Solid mobile app
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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.
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
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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.
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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.
ZD Net
Best robot mower overall
Anti-theft features
Alexa-compatible
Different models for every yard
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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
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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.
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
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Expensive
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LawnStarter
Great obstacle avoidance
Mows high
Affordable
Wi-Fi connectivity
Alexa skill available
Good for narrow passages
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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.
Digital Trends
Best for small lawns
Highly reasonable price
Operates even in the rain
Handles up to 19-degrees
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Lengthy setup time
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PCMag
Most Affordable
Reasonably priced
Good cutting performance
Quiet operation
Bluetooth connectivity
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Lacks GPS and Wi-Fi
No remote steering
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LawnStarter
Mows low
Affordable
Quiet
Easy to clean
Reliable
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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.
Sumo Gardener
Fine mulching capabilities
Very quiet
Lightweight
Good security and safety features
2-year warranty
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Expensive
No app control or connectivity
Additional installation costs
No rain sensor
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Gardener's World
Easy to programme
Quiet, smooth & efficient
Tackles large/sloping lawns
Long warranty (during 2019)
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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.
We ranked Husqvarna 115H Connect #10 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best robotic lawn mowers” rankings.
Sumo Gardener
0.4 acres on a single charge
Automatic return
Easy to programme
Easy height adjustment
Great value
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Expensive
Works in all weather (cutting lawns when wet can damage them)
No app control
No anti-theft measures
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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.
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
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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
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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.
Sumo Gardener
Good value
Automatic charging
Can manage 0.4-acre spaces over the course of a week
Adjustable cutting height
Smart controlled
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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
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No Smart connectivity
Occasionally struggled on wet grass
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