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I just saw this on the WORX website today:

https://www.worx.com/en-US/Landroid-M-Robotic-Mower-WG794.aspx

The cutting width is only 7", but it claims to be capable of cutting up to 1/4 acre.

Looks like a toy compared to the 22" Robomow.

RS622 Robotic Lawn Mower - Robomow

I don't doubt it can cut a 1/4 acre, it will just be out there 24/7. Maybe if they invented a robotic mower that cut in straight lines they wouldn't always have to be out there.

I'm actually shopping for a robotic mower. Looking at this and a McCulloch

Several things to consider about the Worx:
Does it have an alarm to deter theft, since it will be out mowing a long time at 7" width.
How much is the replacement battery?
The reviews seem to lean towards $1000 not well spent.
$1000 spent for a Toro Timemaster will cut fast and at the end of 5 years will still be worth something, unlike the Worx.

thanx for replying,

the mowers do have theft deterrent systems. Alarms if picked up or moved outside their 'area' and PIN protection to prevent others from using it. Mine will probably be dedicated to a side and back yard behind a fence. I'll still be mowing a front yard and other side myself with my greenworks twinforce, or possibly a newer single blade model. that's the plan at present anyway.

I suspect a replacement battery would be pricey - so are oil changes and fuel tank fill-ups


(at Amazon, the Landroid has better reviews than the Timemaster, about the same at HD)

1 Lucky Texan said:

I'm actually shopping for a robotic mower. Looking at this and a McCulloch

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The McCulloch looks very similar to it's Husqvarna counterpart. And since McCulloch is part of the Husqvarna company that makes sense. I've seen way more long term reviews from the Husqvarna auto mowers and most have been favorable so that's the way I'd go.

$996.00 to cut a 7 inch wide swath..... ?? You are NOT serious ........ are you ??? I've weed-whipped entire parts of some some places you dare not, or can-not put a mower, using Echo & stihl trimmers.

Here's an inside view of the Husqvarna:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1yc_rzUhA4
After seeing the "guts" it is amazing that they command such a price.

Boobala said:

$996.00 to cut a 7 inch wide swath..... ?? You are NOT serious ........ are you ??? I've weed-whipped entire parts of some some places you dare not, or can-not put a mower, using Echo & stihl trimmers.

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not only that, it's a 'haphazard' (if not truly random) cutting path, yes, it 'feels' very disorganized , but, it can operate unattended and even at night. Kinda irksome to think about how often it may be running over places it has just mowed! still, people who have successfully managed to set them up properly seemed pleased with them.

I dunno, maybe I'd regret it.

He must have "money to burn" I sure can think of better ways / things to drop a "Grand" on !! ..

gotomow said:

The McCulloch looks very similar to it's Husqvarna counterpart. And since McCulloch is part of the Husqvarna company that makes sense. I've seen way more long term reviews from the Husqvarna auto mowers and most have been favorable so that's the way I'd go.

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the Worx has a wider selection of cutting heights - McC max height is 2", and the Worx has a rain sensor, lacking in the McC.

https://providence.craigslist.org/grd/d/spider-remote-control-grass/6530246419.html

^^^this...honey i shrunk the kids type of stuff

There are lots of people who consider mowing a chore.
At $ 10 / hr ( min US wage ? ) the unit pays for itself time wise in 100 hours or about 3 mowing seasons.
These robot mowers are better for the grass health wise than a person on a mower.
!) they do not compress the soil or grass
2) they cut a tiny amount off the top of the grass every day or so.
3) the clippings are all mulched finely back into the grass with no clumping that creates habitat for nasty bugs or leads to stinky anerobic bacteria
4) prevent any weeds seeding except a few prostrate ones like bindi, & Starr grass.

1 Lucky Texan said:

not only that, it's a 'haphazard' (if not truly random) cutting path, yes, it 'feels' very disorganized , but, it can operate unattended and even at night. Kinda irksome to think about how often it may be running over places it has just mowed! still, people who have successfully managed to set them up properly seemed pleased with them.

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They can be a bit frustrating to watch.

On the other hand, much of the point of a robot mower is to use that time to do something more productive, so I don't get too hung up on it really.

The randomized mow path does leave a very clean look. No lines of mulch or crosshatching; a very carpet-like appearance. Good for the grass too! Mine looks healthier in winter than my neighbor's does in summer.