A New Robot Mower Adds An Impressive Feature That's Set To Make Yard Work Easier

The big promise of robot mowers is that the tool does all the work while you sit back with your favorite beverage or take the family out for the day. Although there are still some downsides to consider, several models have gotten close to achieving this lofty goal. And now, a new machine is about to hit the market that takes performance to a whole new level.

The Lymow One is packed with user-friendly functions, but for many, the most impressive feature will be that it is the first robot lawn mower to mulch the clippings. In doing so, it cuts out all that tedious raking up that its rivals force you to do. What's more, the high-speed blades, running at 6000 rpm, will also mulch leaves, fallen fruit, small twigs, etc., saving you effort and feeding the lawn at the same time. Its strong fans also blow debris away from the deck so the blades won't get clogged.

Another innovation is that instead of having wheels that can easily get bogged down, the Lymow One has tracks. It can tackle all kinds of uneven terrain, climb over objects up to two inches tall, and manage slopes of up to 45 degrees. Whatever type of lawn you have, this versatile robot is built to cope with it.

A high-capacity 15 Ah battery enables the Lymow One to cover over half an acre per charge. When it starts to run flat, it will return to its dock to be charged, then resume. It is claimed to be able to cover 1.72 acres per day. The 300-watt motor can boost itself to 1200 watts to tackle thick grass.

Like all robot mowers, it needs to be trained. Wireless satellite navigation allows it to steer around obstacles with unequaled precision, and multiple mowing and no-go zones can be set. What if something unexpectedly drops in its path? Not a problem. Built-in cameras and a smart avoidance system mean it will simply steer around abandoned tools, toys, or toddlers and then carry on mowing.

You can expect it to last, too. The main frame is corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy. The LiFePO4 battery and efficient brushless motor are designed for long life. The body is waterproof to the IPX6 standard, and a rain detection feature ensures it will return to dock if the weather turns bad.

There are an increasing number of smart gardening products that can transform how you work in your yard. While they promise to take many dull chores off your hands, there's often a steep price to pay for putting your feet up. If you've been wondering whether a robot lawnmower is really worth the money, the Lymow One makes a convincing argument in its favor.