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Ultimate guide to buying a robot lawnmower in Ireland for 2026

What You Need to Know Before Buying

Robotic lawnmowers have become increasingly popular across Ireland in recent years, and for good reason. With frequent rainfall and mild temperatures, our grass tends to grow quickly, meaning we have to cut our lawns more frequently. A robotic mower offers a simple solution, it works automatically, quietly, and consistently, keeping your lawn looking freshly cut without requiring your time or effort.

With so many models and brands now available, choosing the right robotic mower can feel overwhelming. The correct choice depends heavily on your lawn, your garden layout, and what features matter most to you. At Irish Mowers we stock only the best brands with best back up service. For that reason we choose to only suppli Husqvarna and Segway robotic mowers. Below is a practical, helpful, Ireland focused guide to help you make the best choice.

Why Robotic Lawnmowers Work So Well in Ireland

Ireland’s climate is ideal for robotic mowing:

Frequent rain and mild temperatures through Spring, Summer and into Autumn combine to make for fast grass growth. Because robot mowers cut little and often, they’re far better at maintaining healthy grass during seasons of rapid growth. Regular mulching returns nutrients back to the lawn, reducing the need for chemical fertilisers. This helps leave your lawn looking lush and full. Most robotic lawnmowers operate quietly enough to run day or night without disturbing you or your neighbours. Once programmed, the mower simply handles the work for you with minimal intervention, ideal for busy households and for larger gardens.

Key Considerations When Choosing a Robotic Lawnmower

Before investing in a robotic lawnmower, think carefully about the following factors, they will determine which type of mower fits your garden best.

1. Lawn Size (m²)

Every robotic mower is designed to handle a certain maximum lawn area., if you exceed this area your mower won't be able to keep up with growth and your lawn will look patchy as a result.

Small gardens (under 600 m²) can use basic models. Both wired and wireless models are suitablef for small lawns. Bear in mind smaller mowers tend to be able to cope less with slopes.

Medium gardens (600–1,500 m²) basic and more complex models are suitable for small to medium sized lawns. GPS navigation and map building for more complex gardens with seperate areas or with narrow passages. Mowers in this bracket tend to have larger batteries to cope with longer run times.

Large gardens (1,500 m² and up) require more powerful units with longer runtimes and advanced mapping. Both wired and wireless models are suitable for larger lawns. These mowers tend to come with bigger batteries and are built on bigger frames. The larger domestic robots like the 450V Nera os Segway X390 can cope with lawns of up to 2 acres or more.

Always choose a mower with slightly more capacity than your actual lawn size for best performance.

2. Garden Shape & Layout

Irish gardens vary widely, narrow passages, curved edges, multiple zones, and separated lawns can all affect mower suitability. For complex lawns look for features such as:

Multi-zone management for front and back lawns.

Automatic passage handling for narrow corridors.

Zone restrictions or stay out zones for areas you don’t want mowed.

If you have multiple disconnected lawns, with no way of one mower moving from one area to another, you may need multiple mowers.

3. Wired or Wireless

Modern robotic mowers fall into two distinct ategories:

Wired Boundary Systems

Use a physical boundary wire buried or pegged around the lawn perimeter.

Proven, reliable and unaffected by tree cover

Ideal for complex garden shapes, especially models with GPS mapping like the Husqvarna X-Line models

Installation is more time consuming and wire breaks can be difficult to find.

Wireless / GPS-Guided Systems

No perimeter wire needed. A virtual wire is programmed into the mower on installation.

Quick setup and easy to change zone layouts.

Most models can cut in patterns leaving your lawn with stripes if desired.

Require strong satellite signal, heavy tree cover or tall hedges and walls may reduce accuracy. The mowers can sit still when they lose signal. If an area proves to be constantly causing signal issues a stay out zone would need to be used - meaning this area will remain uncut.

Choose based on your garden’s tree coverage, complexity, and your willingness to install wiring.

4. Slopes, Uneven Ground, and Wet Conditions

Many Irish gardens have slopes, dips, and areas that remain damp for much of the year. If your lawn has an area that holds water it is strongly advised not to include this area in your map for cutting.

Check the mower’s:
Maximum slope capability (measured in % or degrees)
Water resistance rating (IP rating)
Some models cope extremely well with hills and rough terrain; others are only suited for flat lawns. In Husqvarna the 435X AWD and 535X AWD are suitable for hills and in Segway Navimow the new X430 and X450 are suitable for hills and slopes.

5. Weather Resistance

Since Irish weather is unpredictable, ensure your mower can:
Operate in light rain
Withstand heavy showers
Handle damp grass
Return automatically to its charging base during bad weather
Look for mowers with built-in rain sensors, robust electronics, and strong water resistance.

6. Safety Features

A good robotic lawnmower should include:

Lift and tilt sensors (blades stop immediately if lifted)
Collision detection (for pets, children, and objects)
PIN-code or app-based security
Geofencing or anti-theft tracking
These features are especially important in busy family gardens.

7. Noise Level

If you live in an estate or mow at night, look for quiet models — many robotic mowers now operate at around 55–60 dB, quieter than a conversation.

8. Maintenance and Support

Even the best robotic mowers need occasional maintenance:

Blade changes (usually every 1–3 months)
Cleaning grass buildup
Winter storage
Occasional software updates

Before buying, check that spare parts, service, or repairs are easily available near you.

Research brands

Being one of the biggest retailers of all things garden machinery in Ireland we are constantly offered the latest brands in robotic lawnmowers to sell to customers all over Ireland. We are very selective in the brands we choose to sell. We choose to only sell the Husqvarna and Segway robotic lawnmowers. Every year sees a new brand enter the market and more often than not they are gone before you know it. With Husqvarna you are getting the pioneers in robotic mowing. Having been developing and manufacturing the best robots on the market for over 30 years they are undoubtably the current market leader in Ireland, tried and tested over many decades. With Segway Navimow you are getting a robot from a world reknowned, reputable manufacturer with great dealer back up.

Which Robotic Mower Is Best for You?

Here’s a quick summary depending on your situation:

Best for small, simple gardens
Choose a basic, budget-friendly model with simple mapping and low noise.
Best for medium-sized Irish gardens
Pick a mower with upgraded navigation, strong batteries, and good wet-weather handling.
Best for large or complex gardens

Look for premium models with:

Multi-zone navigation
Accurate mapping
Strong slope performance
Long runtime and fast charging
Best for tree-covered gardens
A wired-boundary mower is usually more reliable than a GPS-based system.

Conclusion

A robotic lawnmower is one of the most effective ways to keep an Irish lawn in perfect condition year-round. The key to choosing the right one is to match the mower to your garden’s unique layout, size, obstacles, and weather exposure. Once installed, the result is a consistently neat lawn — without the weekly effort.