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Robomower or LawnBott?

Friendly Robotics Robomower vs LawnBott Robotic Lawn Mower

Robomower and LawnBott are the two top robotic lawn mowers in the US.

Robomowers are made in Isreal by Friendly Robotics. Systems Trading Company is the US distributor for the Robomower.  The LawnBott is made in Itlay by Zuchetti. Kyodo America is the US Distributor for the LawnBott robotic lawn mowers to the US.

Because LawnBott robotic lawn mowers can handle a large variety of lawn sizes and slope grades, some yards may simply require a LawnBott.  But with lawn requirements aside, we decided to compare the two brands.  Below is a broad representation of LawnBott models vs Robomower models.


LawnBott and Robomower Similarities

  • Both LawnBott and Robomower will cost less than a riding lawn mower and a lawn service in the long term
  • Both LawnBott and Robomower will be better for your lawn if you mow frequently
  • Both LawnBott and Robomower have 2-year warranties
  • Both LawnBott and Robomowers mow the lawn very well and the end result is impressive
  • Both LawnBott and Robomowers are rain resistant
  • Both LawnBott and Robomowers are green lawn mowers (environmentally friendly)
  • Both LawnBott and Robomowers are electric lawn mowers

Robomower Advantages:

  • Can mow less frequently (mulches higher grass better)
  • Initial cost for usually less (but pegs cost 4x as much as LawnBott pegs; however, Robomower wire is cheaper than LawnBott wire)
  • Variety of price ranges from various drop ship dealers
  • Used parts and mowers are more available
  • Larger range of mowing heights (1” – 3.25” w/ two different blade types)
  • No tools are required to adjust blade height
  • Better manual control via wired controller
  • Brand recognition - widely known and been around a few years longer than LawnBott

Robomower Disadvantages:

  • For smaller lawns only (1/3rd acre max suggested, RL1000)
  • Require zones to be divided to than 5,500 sq ft each in order to minimize missed spots (RL series)
  • 21 – 24 hours to recharge (manual fast charger optional)
  • Gear cases are known to fail after 1 to 3 years of usage
  • Lead acid batteries (Will likely need to be replaced every year for bigger lawns: cost $249 to replace)
  • User servicing will void warranty and special tools maybe required
  • Heavier and larger (about the size of a push lawn mower without the handle; weighs 85 lbs with battery)
  • Not CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) accepted
  • Firmware updates require chip replacement & special tool
  • Long term overall cost higher than LawnBott LB2100 / LB2150
  • Mowing deck can press longer grass down instead of mow it
  • Slope limitation of 15 degrees
  • New replacement parts and servicing dealers are very limited in number


LawnBott Advantages:

  • Long term & overall cost less than Robomower (LB2110 and LB2150)
  • Smaller and light weight units (weigh 18 lbs – 40 lbs)
  • Lithium Batteries available (Will likely need to be replaced every 4 – 5 years; cost $325)
  • Lead acid batteries cost over $100 less to replace than Robomower lead acid batteries
  • Fast recharge times: 2.5 – 3.5 hours (both lead and lithium)
  • Can mow twice a day due to quick recharge times (Hence cover more area)
  • More flexible wheel options
  • More upgradeable
  • User serviceable & easy to self-repair
  • Parts can be bought from many sources
  • CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) accepted
  • Firmware updateable via internet for free (optional cable required)
  • Can handle steeper slopes (when using lithium batteries up to 30 degrees)

LawnBott Disadvantages

  • Initial cost higher (except for LB2110 & LB1200 Spyder)
  • Doesn’t mulch high grass as well as Robomower
  • Lower mowing heights LB2110 (0.75” – 2.5”), LB3500: 2.75” & LB1200 Spyder: 3.5”
  • Repair parts generally cost more
  • LawnBott LB3500 has "new model" bugs

So what do we think?  Both robotic lawn mowers are great and are the best robotic lawn mower options available today. However, we think LawnBott yields the more bang for the buck. The LawnBott is more compatible with a wider variety of lawns and can be upgraded if you were to move.  You are on a LawnBott website, so what did you expect?

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Robomow RL1000, LawnBott LB2110 & LB3500 Comparison


   
RL1000 Robomower
VS
LawnBott LB2100 (Professional) Robotic Lawn Mower
VS
LawnBott LB3500 Robotic Lawn Mower

It is fair to compare the Robomower RL1000 with the entry level LawnBott LB2110 Professional, but for the sake of flagship comparisons, we threw in the new LawnBott LB3500.  Click here to compare LawnBott


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 Robotic Lawn Mower Cost and Durability Comparison
Descriptions Robomower RL1000 LawnBott LB2110
LawnBott LB3500
30 Day Trial Offer NO YES YES
Price $1,749.00 $1,999.00 $3,449.00
Firmware Upgradeable
via Internet
NO (Dealer upgradable) YES - Free YES - Free
Battery Cost $250 Lead: $75.00
Lithium x 1: $330 (Upgrade with Lithium)
$660
(Lithium x 2)
Estimate Battery Lifespan 18 - 24 mos Lead: 24 - 36 mos
Lithium: 48 - 60 mos
48 - 60 mos
Blade Cost $63.99 $57.50 $65
Blade Lifespan about 1 year about 1 year about 1 year
Estimated Trouble-Free Lifespan before Moderate to Major Repairs 3 - 4 years 8 - 10 years 8 - 10 years

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 Robotic Lawn Mower Feature Comparison
Descriptions Robomower RL1000 LawnBott LB2110
LawnBott LB3500
Coverage 17,200 sq.ft.
or 1/3 acre
25,000 sq.ft. or 1/2 acre+
(1.25 acres with LB3210X)
44,000 sq.ft. or 1 acre
(2 acres with LB3500X)
Fully Autonomous YES (up to 4 zones) YES (up to 3 zones) YES (up to 4 zones)
Battery Lead Acid Lead Acid
(Lithium upgradable)
Lithium standard with LB3210
Lithium x2
(No memory)
Maximum Slope 15 degrees 12 degrees
due to lead acid batts
(27degrees with
lithium or LB3210)
30 degrees
w/ spiked wheels
Average Cutting
Time per Charge
about 2.5 - 3.5 Hours about 2.5 - 3.5 Hours about 3 - 5 Hours
Programmability 7 days / ~1 per day 7 days / 2X per day 7 days / 2X per day
Adaptive Programming NO NO YES
Automatic Multiple Zone Coverage on Single Charge NO NO YES
Charge times between mowings about 20 - 24 Hours about 2.5 - 3 Hours about 2.5 - 3 Hours
Drive System Nylon Gears Direct Wheel-To-Motor Direct Wheel-To-Motor
Mow without Perimeter Wire (enclosed areas only) NO YES YES
Rain Sensor YES YES YES
Auto Return
to Charger
YES YES YES (Bi-Directional)
Alarm NO Optional YES
Wireless Remote NO Optional
(Standard on LB3210)
Bluetooth (coming soon)
Blade Modulation
(saves battery power)
NO YES YES
Weight 78 lbs. 40 lbs.
(22 lbs. with
lithium battery)
28 lbs.
Mowing Height 1.75" - 3.25" High Cut
1" - 2.5" Low Cut
0.75" - 2.5" 0.75" - 2.75"
Mower width 26 inches 16.5 inches
Tight spaces!
19 inches
Tight spaces!
Mow Pattern RoboScan Random & Advanced Smart Spiral Random & Advanced Smart Spiral
Weatherproof YES YES YES
Cover over Charger NO YES Optional
(Desiger Cover Options)
Traction Knobby Notched with
Spike Option
Notched with
Spike Option
Noise Level 96db (Night mowing okay in many circumstances) 58db (Whisper
Quiet - Night Mowing)
Whisper Quiet - Night Mowing
User Interface LCD LCD LCD & Bluetooth

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 Robotic Lawn Mower Safety Comparison
Descriptions Robomower RL1000 LawnBott LB2110
LawnBott LB3500
Human Safety Stop Touch Handle NO YES YES
Consumer Product Safety Commission Accepted (CPSC) NO YES YES
Blade Stop
when Lifted
YES YES YES
Bump Sensors YES
Front and Back
YES
Shell Movement
YES
360 degree
Floating Shell
User PIN Code YES YES YES

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Robotic Lawn Mower  Warranty Comparison
Descriptions Robomower RL1000 LawnBott LB2110
LawnBott LB3500
Warranty 2 Year on Mower
1 Year on Battery
2 Year on Mower
6 Mos on Lead Battery
1 Year on Lithium
2 Year on Mower
1 Year on Battery
User Serviceable NO (Will void warranty) YES YES
 
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