How to choose the best robotic lawn mower for small lawns
Why do I need a robotic mower for a small lawn?
Even though the grass area isn’t extensive, medium and small lawns still take time and effort to mow. In addition to the mowing itself, the lawn mower must be taken in and out of storage, filled with fuel, or put on charge. But with Husqvarna Automower®, you can save time and effort and make mowing a smooth experience. The mower does all the work independently and improves the quality of your lawn by providing consistent, precise mowing. When selecting a robotic mower for a smaller lawn, your lawn’s size should be the starting point. Since every model has a specific area capacity, choosing one that fits your lawn’s size is key to optimal performance. The work area capacity indicates the area it can cover per hour and day when operating at full capacity 24/7. This is important to keep in mind if you plan to only run the mower at a certain time of the day. For example, only scheduling the mower to mow during the daytime so as not to disturb hedgehogs and other nocturnal wildlife at night.
Factors that matter when selecting a robotic mower
For small or medium lawns, choosing the right robotic lawn mower means considering the things that make your garden unique. Does your lawn have a lot of narrow passages, steep slopes, or uneven terrain? Husqvarna offers an Automower® robotic mower for every lawn, and all mowers work in the rain, manage slopes of at least 25% and automatically return to the charging station to charge when needed. Whether you just want a well-maintained lawn or need the flexibility to adapt mowing to your garden projects throughout the year, we have the solution. This also applies if you have limited storage space for the robotic lawn mower during the winter, as Automower® can be stored using the handy wall hanger or storage hook. For the smallest lawns, Automower® Aspire R4, has been optimised with a compact design and is compatible with our smart storage system, designed for limited storage space. Another advantage is that all Automower® trims the grass continuously, cutting just a few millimetres at a time. The clippings are so fine they don’t need to be collected – they quickly decompose and become a natural fertilizer. It helps your lawn stay lush and green and is also beneficial if you have a small garden with no room for composting. In addition to the key features, there are several extra features designed to meet your specific needs.
Features to look for
Wire free mowing
For flexible installations check out our range of wire free robot mowers. Create virtual boundaries via EPOS™ technology, enabling completely customisable lawn maintenance, as well as eliminating the risk of wire breakage.
AWD for steep slopes
If you have a lawn with steep slopes, look for an all-wheel-drive robotic mower. Husqvarna Automower® 435X AWD features an impressive slope performance and handles a 70 % (35°) incline.
Save time with EdgeCut
EdgeCut is an Automower® feature that minimises the need to trim the edges of your lawn. The EdgeCut disc cuts so close to the edges that only a minimum of grass is left uncut.
Control via your smart phone
Our mowers offer connectivity via cellular, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth, depending on the mower model. Enjoy remote control and a range of smart features from your smartphone with the Automower® Connect app.
Selectable mowing patterns
Automower® with EPOS™ technology makes it possible to choose between an irregular mowing pattern for a carpet-like finish, or systematic mowing, creating a visual pattern of your choice (stripes, triangles or checkerboard).
Objects on the lawn
The object avoidance feature reduces the risk of unplanned stops via a built-in radar, which assists the mower in detecting and avoiding objects.
Anti-Theft
Alarm, GPS tracking, and personal PIN code are features that minimise the risk of theft.
Packed with features
Husqvarna Automower® X-Line is a fully-featured range, equipped with a package that includes Automower® Connect with GPS theft tracking, GPS-assisted navigation, LED headlights, front rubber bumper, and X-Line body design.
