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Quick answer
We found seven LiDAR robot mower lines on sale in the US: the Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD, LUBA mini 2 AWD and YUKA mini 2, the Dreame A3 AWD and A3 AWD Pro, the Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR (and Pro), and the Segway Navimow i215 LiDAR. LiDAR maps your yard with laser light instead of relying on satellites, so it’s the navigation to look at if your lawn sits under trees or between buildings. For steep lawns, choose one of the 80%-rated AWD models from Mammotion or Dreame. For small, flat lawns, the YUKA mini 2 and Navimow i215 LiDAR are the compact options.
For years, wire-free robot mowers found their way with RTK, a satellite system accurate to an inch or so, but only with a clear view of the sky. Under big oaks, beside a two-story house or in a narrow side yard, the signal drops and the mower stalls. LiDAR, the laser scanning used in self-driving cars, solves that by building a 3D map of the yard itself.
This list covers every LiDAR robot mower we found on sale in the US, with specs from each brand’s US pages and drawbacks from independent reviews. MowReview quotes no prices and hasn’t tested these mowers. How we research explains why.
The seven, side by side
| Model | Navigation | Stated slope | Stated coverage | Cutting height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD | 360° LiDAR + vision; network RTK on 3000 and 5000 | 80% | 0.37 to 1.25 acres | 1.0 to 2.7 in; H 2.2 to 4.0 in |
| Dreame A3 AWD Pro | 360° 3D LiDAR + binocular vision | 80% | 0.62 to 1.20 acres | 1.2 to 3.9 in |
| Dreame A3 AWD | 360° 3D LiDAR + binocular vision | 80% | 0.25 or 0.50 acre | 1.2 to 3.9 in |
| Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD | 360° LiDAR + dual-camera vision | 80% | 0.37 acre | 0.8 to 2.6 in; H 2.2 to 4.0 in |
| Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR | Dual LiDAR + camera | 50% | About 4,300 sq ft per hour | 1.2 to 3.6 in |
| Segway Navimow i215 LiDAR | Solid-state LiDAR + vision; network RTK where available | 45% | 0.37 acre | Not listed on US page |
| Mammotion YUKA mini 2 1000H | 360° LiDAR + AI vision | 45% | 0.25 acre | 2.0 to 3.5 in |
Sources: Mammotion, Dreame, Ecovacs and Segway Navimow US product pages. Ecovacs gives a mowing rate rather than a coverage area. The GOAT A3000 LiDAR Pro lists 1.18 to 3.54 inches and the same 50% slope.
The list, model by model
1. Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD: LiDAR plus RTK, for big steep lawns
The only mower on the list that Mammotion lists with LiDAR, cameras and network RTK together (on the 3000 and 5000; the 1500 has LiDAR and vision only). That combination suits large lawns that are part open, part under trees. It’s rated for 80% slopes, and you choose between a standard and an H version by grass height. LUBA 3 AWD vs LUBA 3 AWD H explains which.
2. Dreame A3 AWD Pro: LiDAR only, for larger lawns
Dreame pairs 360-degree 3D LiDAR with binocular cameras and says no base station is needed. Gizmodo praised its satellite-free navigation and ease in narrow spaces, but found it more prone than the Navimow X430 to bald spots and ruts. It includes 4G with three years free.
3. Dreame A3 AWD: the same navigation, smaller
The non-Pro A3 AWD shares the Pro’s LiDAR and camera system and 80% slope rating in 0.25- and 0.50-acre sizes, with a narrower 7.9-inch cutting width. Dreame’s page is inconsistent on free 4G, offering one year in one place and up to three in its FAQ, so check before buying.
4. Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD: AWD LiDAR for small lawns
Mammotion sums it up as “No Wire, No Antenna: 360° LiDAR + Dual Camera AI Vision.” It’s rated for 80% slopes on lawns up to 0.37 acre, with built-in 4G and an edge disc. Choose the H version for St. Augustine or tall fescue.
5. Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR: two LiDARs
Ecovacs uses a 360-degree LiDAR on top plus a forward-facing 3D time-of-flight LiDAR and camera for obstacles, and says it doesn’t need an RTK reference station once mapped. It’s rated for 50% slopes. 4G needs a separate cellular module.
6. Segway Navimow i215 LiDAR: Segway’s compact LiDAR mower
Segway pairs solid-state LiDAR with its vision system and supports network RTK where coverage exists, so no antenna is needed there. It’s rated for 45% (24-degree) slopes on lawns up to 0.37 acre, and Segway lists 4G for app control, alerts and GPS tracking.
7. Mammotion YUKA mini 2: the smallest LiDAR option
“No RTK, No Limits, No Signal Issue,” says Mammotion. The YUKA mini 2 1000H covers up to a quarter acre with rear-wheel drive and a 45% slope rating, and fits through gaps as narrow as 21.7 inches. LUBA mini 2 AWD vs YUKA mini 2 compares the two small Mammotions.
Also on the market
Third-party review sites also list LiDAR models from Hookii (Neomow X SE), MOVA (LiDAX Ultra) and Sunseeker (S4 LiDAR). We couldn’t confirm their US specs on the makers’ own US pages, so they aren’t in the table.
LiDAR vs RTK: which does your yard need?
| Your yard | Better fit |
|---|---|
| Big trees over much of the lawn | LiDAR |
| Narrow side yards between houses | LiDAR |
| Wide open lawn with clear sky | RTK or LiDAR |
| Large, part-open, part-treed property | LiDAR plus RTK (LUBA 3 AWD 3000 or 5000) |
| You don’t want to install an antenna | LiDAR, or RTK with network coverage |
Robot mower navigation compared explains each system in more depth, and robot mowers for yards with trees covers the tree problem in detail. If your current RTK mower keeps losing signal, see why RTK robot mowers lose signal.
The picks
Small to midsize treed lawns, with slopes
Dreame A3 AWD
- Navigation3D LiDAR + binocular vision
- Stated slope80%
- Stated coverage0.25 or 0.50 acre
Satellite-free LiDAR navigation with all-wheel drive in a size that suits typical suburban lawns, and a cutting range from 1.2 to 3.9 inches that covers most US grasses.
Good for
- Quarter- to half-acre lawns under trees
- Sloped yards where RTK signal is patchy
Less good for
- Lawn wear: Gizmodo found the A3 AWD Pro, which shares its navigation, prone to bald spots and ruts
- Obstacles: Gizmodo found the Pro’s object avoidance imperfect
- Clear 4G terms: Dreame’s page gives both one and three years free
Small, flat lawns with tight gaps
Mammotion YUKA mini 2 1000H
- Navigation360° LiDAR + AI vision
- Stated coverage0.25 acre
- Minimum gap21.7 in
The most compact LiDAR mower we found, with no antenna to place, a narrow enough body for most side gates, and a quieter 57 dB rating.
Good for
- Townhouse and small suburban lawns
- Front and back lawns joined by a narrow passage
Less good for
- Slopes beyond 45%: it’s rear-wheel drive
- Edges: the Yorkshire Post found it left uncut strips along fences and in corners
- Remote alerts without Wi-Fi: the 4G module is extra
Dual LiDAR on moderate slopes
Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR
- NavigationDual LiDAR + camera
- Stated slope50%
- Cutting height1.2 to 3.6 in, in the app
Two LiDARs, one for mapping and one facing forward for obstacles, with no RTK station needed once the lawn is mapped. Cutting height adjusts in the app in 1 cm steps.
Good for
- Treed lawns on gentle to moderate slopes
- Owners who want obstacle sensing from a dedicated LiDAR
Less good for
- Low or dark objects: Ecovacs has said its time-of-flight sensor can’t identify obstacles lower than about 4 inches and struggles with black objects
- Remote alerts: 4G needs a separate cellular module
- Steep yards beyond 50%
Questions
Which robot mowers use LiDAR?
On sale in the US, we found LiDAR on the Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD, LUBA mini 2 AWD and YUKA mini 2, the Dreame A3 AWD and A3 AWD Pro, the Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR and A3000 LiDAR Pro, and the Segway Navimow i215 LiDAR.
Is LiDAR better than RTK for a robot mower?
Under trees and near buildings, often yes. RTK depends on satellite signal, which tree canopy and walls can block. LiDAR maps the yard with laser light and doesn’t need a clear view of the sky. On wide open lawns, RTK works well and some mowers combine both.
Do LiDAR robot mowers need an antenna?
Most don’t. Mammotion says the LUBA mini 2 AWD and YUKA mini 2 need no RTK antenna, Dreame’s A3 AWD Pro needs no base station, and Ecovacs says the GOAT A3000 LiDAR doesn’t need an RTK reference station once mapped.
Which LiDAR robot mower is best for slopes?
The all-wheel-drive models: the Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD and LUBA mini 2 AWD and the Dreame A3 AWD and A3 AWD Pro are all rated for 80% slopes. The Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR is rated 50%, and the YUKA mini 2 and Navimow i215 LiDAR 45%.
Which LiDAR robot mowers suit small lawns?
The Mammotion YUKA mini 2 1000H (0.25 acre), the Dreame A3 AWD 1000 (0.25 acre), and the Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD and Segway Navimow i215 LiDAR (both 0.37 acre). For slopes, choose the all-wheel-drive Dreame or LUBA mini 2.
Which LiDAR robot mowers have built-in 4G?
Mammotion lists built-in 4G on the LUBA 3 AWD and LUBA mini 2 AWD, Dreame on the A3 AWD and A3 AWD Pro, and Segway lists 4G on the Navimow i215 LiDAR. The YUKA mini 2 and Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR need a separate module.
The short version
If trees, walls or narrow side yards keep blocking satellite signal, look at LiDAR. For steep lawns, the 80%-rated Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD, LUBA mini 2 AWD and Dreame A3 AWD models lead the list. For small flat lawns, the YUKA mini 2 and Navimow i215 LiDAR are the compact choices, and the Ecovacs GOAT A3000 LiDAR sits in between on moderate slopes.
Lots of trees?
How each navigation system copes under a canopy.
