Robotic Lawn Mowers
Robotic lawn mowers that cut the grass little and often on their own schedule, return to their dock to charge, and drop the fine clippings back into the lawn to feed it. Wired and wire-free models from Honda, EGO, Sunseeker and Cobra, for lawns from 800m² up to 6,000m², from about £600 to £3,300.
The right robot depends on the size of your lawn, how steep it is, and whether you want to lay a boundary wire. Our guide below takes them in that order.
Robotic lawn mower buying guideLawn size, wired or wire-free, slopes, app control, setup and FAQs
1. How big is your lawn?
Every robot is rated for a maximum lawn area, shown in its title or spec table. Measure your lawn (an online map tool is fine), then choose a model rated comfortably above it. A robot working near its limit has to mow for longer each day, and a lawn split into several areas, or with lots of beds and trees, takes longer to cover than an open square of the same size.
- Up to about 1,200m²: Cobra Mowbot 800 and 1200, Honda Miimo 1000, Sunseeker Elite X3 and X4.
- 1,500 to 3,000m²: Honda Miimo 1500 and 2500, EGO Aura-R2 RMR1500E and RMR3000E, Sunseeker Elite X5 and X7.
- Up to 4,000 to 6,000m²: Honda Miimo 4000 Live, EGO Aura-R2 RMR6000E and Sunseeker Elite X7 Plus.
2. Boundary wire or wire-free?
- Boundary wire (Honda Miimo, Cobra Mowbot): a thin cable pegged round the edge of the lawn tells the robot where to stop. It's proven and accurate, works under trees and right up beside buildings, and the wire and pegs come in the box. The trade-off is the initial installation, and repairing the wire if it's cut.
- Wire-free (EGO Aura-R2, Sunseeker Elite): you map the lawn in an app and set no-go zones on your phone, with nothing to bury. Most use satellite positioning (RTK) with cameras for obstacles; the Sunseeker Elite X4 uses LiDAR instead. Satellite models need a reasonable view of the sky, so tall trees or buildings close to the lawn can cause problems. EGO offers an optional PATH IQ antenna for difficult gardens, and we'll tell you at setup if yours needs one.
3. How steep is it?
Check the maximum slope in the spec table against your steepest bank. The Cobra Mowbots handle up to 20°, the Sunseeker Elite X3 30%, the Honda Miimo range 47%, the EGO Aura-R2 50%, and the all-wheel-drive Sunseeker Elite X5 and X7 models up to 60% and 70%. If you're not sure how steep your garden is, call us and we'll help you work it out.
4. App control and security
Every robot here can be scheduled from a phone app. Bluetooth models (the standard Honda Miimo and Cobra Mowbot) work when you're in the garden. Models with 4G or mobile-network connectivity, such as the Honda Miimo Live, EGO Aura-R2 and Sunseeker Elite, can be checked and controlled from anywhere and add GPS anti-theft tracking. Most also have a PIN lock, and the Honda Miimo adds lift and tilt sensors with an alarm.
| Your garden | Where to start |
|---|---|
| Small, simple lawn on a budget | Cobra Mowbot 800 or 1200 |
| Trees, tight corners or close to buildings | Honda Miimo 1000, 1500 or 2500 (boundary wire) |
| No wire, open lawn, app control from anywhere | EGO Aura-R2 or Sunseeker Elite X3, X5 or X7 |
| Steep banks | Sunseeker Elite X5 or X7 (up to 60% and 70%) |
| Large rural garden up to 6,000m² | EGO Aura-R2 RMR6000E or Sunseeker Elite X7 Plus |
Why buy your robotic mower from us
We're a family-run, authorised dealer at Island Road, Westbere, near Canterbury, for Honda, EGO, Sunseeker and Cobra among others. We'll help you choose the right model for your lawn, help with setup, and our workshop services and repairs robotic mowers after the sale. We deliver UK-wide. Call 01227 711100 for advice.
Frequently asked questions
Do robotic mowers work on slopes?
Yes, within their rated slope. It varies a lot between models, from 20° on the Cobra Mowbot to 70% on the Sunseeker Elite X7, so check the spec table against your steepest bank.
Do I need a boundary wire?
Not with a wire-free model such as the EGO Aura-R2 or Sunseeker Elite, which you map in an app. The Honda Miimo and Cobra Mowbot use a boundary wire, supplied in the box.
Can I control a robotic mower from my phone?
Yes. Every model here has an app for scheduling and settings. Bluetooth models connect when you're nearby; 4G models can be controlled from anywhere.
What happens when it rains?
Many robots, including the EGO Aura-R2, Cobra Mowbot and most Sunseeker Elite models, sense rain and pause, and the Honda Miimo Live models skip mowing in heavy rain. All are built to live outside; check the waterproof rating in each spec table.
Do I still need a normal mower?
Usually not for the lawn itself, but a robot can't reach every edge or corner, so many owners keep a grass trimmer for tidying up.
Do you service robotic mowers?
Yes. Our workshop services and repairs robotic mowers, and we stock Sunseeker Elite accessories such as blades, garages and antenna kits. Call our service team on 01227 711100.
