Field brief — the short answer
For a lawn of up to 500 m² with moderate slopes (up to 45%), the Navimow i205 AWD covers the essentials for €749: no boundary wire, no antenna if Network RTK covers your address, 59 dB(A) and a 3-year warranty. [1][4] Around 1,000 m², look at the i210 LiDAR Pro at €1,199 instead. [3] Beyond 55% slopes, move up to the X4 range, rated for up to 84% on grounds of 2,000 to 5,000 m². [10]
What Navimow does differently
A conventional robot mower follows a boundary wire laid around the lawn. Navimow’s i2 range does without it: it combines satellite positioning corrected by Network RTK with a camera, for claimed centimetre-level accuracy. [2] Network RTK replaces the reference antenna you used to have to plant in the garden. Access is included at no extra cost, and the mobile data it needs is provided free. [1]
In practice, this is what Navimow highlights for the i2 AWD, its entry-level model:
- Three driven wheels. The rear wheel only engages when needed. The manufacturer quotes slopes of up to 45% (24°) and vertical steps of 4 cm. [2]
- Automatic mapping. The mower drives and maps the ground by itself; you don’t have to steer it around the perimeter by hand. [2]
- Camera obstacle avoidance (VisionFence). More than 150 types of obstacle recognised (animals, tools, balls), with a one-metre safety margin. [2]
- Quiet running. 59 dB(A) in normal operation, about the sound of a microwave oven according to Navimow. [1]
- Theft protection. App alerts if the mower is lifted or leaves its zone, plus real-time GPS tracking. [2]
One detail that matters: the i2 AWD turns on the spot on its third wheel instead of dragging across the grass, and traction control limits wheel spin on wet grass. [2] That is exactly what stops it from scarring the lawn on turns.
On the product page, one buyer describes a garden of about 350 m² in two zones, one of them very steep: the mower flagged a section where it risked tipping over and changed its route. [1] It is one testimonial among others, not a test, but it shows how the mower is meant to behave.
Navimow vs Mammotion and Husqvarna: the comparison
We picked three wire-free competitors sold in France in a similar price range: two Mammotion models and Husqvarna’s Automower 308V. Prices are those shown on the official websites on 4 October 2026.
| Model | Price checked | Recommended lawn size | Max. slope | Stated noise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navimow i205 AWD | €749 (€899 without the promotion) [1] | 500 m² [1] | 45% (24°) [2] | 59 dB(A) [1] |
| Navimow i210 LiDAR Pro | €1,199 [3] | 1,000 m² [3] | 55% (29°) [3] | 59 dB(A) [3] |
| Mammotion YUKA mini 2 1000 | €1,099 (€1,299 without the promotion) [6] | 1,000 m² [6] | 45% (24°) [6] | 57 dB [6] |
| Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD 1000 | €1,299 (€1,499 without the promotion) [7] | 1,000 m² [7] | 80% (38.6°) [7] | 58 dB [7] |
| Husqvarna Automower 308V | €1,299 (€1,449 without the promotion) [8] | 800 m² [8] | 40% [8] | 63 dB(A) [8] |
| Model | How it finds its position | What you need to install | Mobile data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navimow i205 AWD | Network RTK + vision [2] | Nothing if Network RTK covers your postcode; a GNSS antenna is still supplied in the box [1] | Built-in 4G: 1 year included, then €29.99/year; Network RTK access included [1] |
| Navimow i210 LiDAR Pro | LiDAR + Network RTK + vision [3] | No wire and no antenna [3] | Built-in 4G: 1 year included, then €29.99/year [3] |
| Mammotion YUKA mini 2 1000 | 360° LiDAR + AI vision, no RTK [6] | No RTK station or antenna [6] | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth; 4G module optional [6] |
| Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD 1000 | Three-camera vision + NetRTK [7] | No RTK station [7] | Built-in 4G with 3 years of data included; NetRTK free for life [7] |
| Husqvarna Automower 308V | Satellite (EPOS) + AI vision [8] | Wi-Fi coverage over the whole lawn; otherwise an optional Automower Connect kit or EPOS RS1 station [8] | Satellite corrections delivered via Husqvarna Cloud over Wi-Fi [8] |
What the tables don’t tell you
The entry price. The i205 AWD costs €350 less than the YUKA mini 2, and €550 less than the LUBA mini 2 AWD or the Automower 308V. [1][6][7][8] But it is designed for 500 m², against 800 to 1,000 m² for the others. [1] If your lawn is larger than 600 m², it is not the right model, even though it is the cheapest.
Steep slopes. Mammotion’s LUBA mini 2 AWD is rated for 80%, against 45% for the i205 AWD and 55% for the i210 LiDAR Pro. [2][3][7] At Navimow, the X4 range takes over, rated for up to 84%, but it is designed for grounds of 2,000 to 5,000 m². [10]
The cost of 4G over three years. Navimow includes one year of 4G data, then charges €29.99 a year; Mammotion includes three years on the LUBA mini 2 AWD. [1][7] Over three years the gap is modest (about €60), but it is there. Navimow’s Network RTK access itself stays included at no extra cost. [1]
Wi-Fi at the bottom of the garden. The Automower 308V needs Wi-Fi coverage over the whole lawn to receive its position corrections; without it, you need an extra accessory. [8] The Navimow i2 models use their own mobile connection. [1] If your router is far from the lawn, check this before anything else.
Noise. The two Navimow and the two Mammotion models are rated between 57 and 59 dB, against 63 dB(A) for the Automower 308V. [1][3][6][7][8] For evening mowing next to a patio or a neighbour, that difference can matter.
Which Navimow for which garden?
Navimow splits its range by lawn size and terrain. Here is how we would read it, with prices checked on 4 October 2026:
| Your garden | Suggested model | Price checked | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 500 m², slopes up to 45% | i205 AWD | €749 [1] | 125 m² mowed per charge, 60 min of runtime [1] |
| Up to 1,000 m², trees and narrow passages, slopes up to 55% | i210 LiDAR Pro | €1,199 [3] | 195 m² per charge; LiDAR helps under trees and at night [3] |
| 800 to 2,000 m², fairly flat ground | i2 LiDAR (i208 to i220) | €1,199 to €1,599 [9] | Navimow considers it better suited to large, relatively flat lawns than to slopes [9] |
| 2,000 to 5,000 m², steep slopes | X4 (X420 to X450) | €2,499 to €3,199 [10] | Up to 84% slopes, but 68 dB(A) [10] |
The i206, i208 and i210 versions of the i2 AWD (€949 to €1,199) were showing as out of stock on the day we checked. [1] For a lawn between 600 and 1,000 m², the i210 LiDAR Pro is therefore the most logical available option, and it adds LiDAR to the Network RTK and vision combination. [3] When we checked, the store was also including a Garage M with the i210 LiDAR Pro. [3]
Limits to know before you buy
- Network RTK coverage is not universal. Navimow offers a postcode checker. If your address is not covered, plan to install the GNSS antenna supplied with the i2 AWD. [1]
- Returns cost money. For a reason other than a defect, Navimow charges shipping and a 10% restocking fee. [1] Measure your lawn before you choose a size.
- The battery has a shorter warranty than the mower. The limited warranty is 3 years for the mower but 2 years for the battery and adapters; blades are consumables and are not covered. [4]
- Peak-season delivery times. On the i2 AWD page, several buyers mention slow delivery in peak season; one describes nearly five weeks for an order placed at the end of June. [1] Ordering out of season at least leaves time to receive the mower and map the garden before spring.
- Vision has its limits. Navimow acknowledges that detecting small obstacles, such as dog mess, depends on their size and the light: it works better in daylight. [1] A quick walk round the lawn before mowing is still a good habit.
Our verdict
If your garden is under 500 m² and your main goal is to stop thinking about mowing, the Navimow i205 AWD is the most convincing offer in this comparison: it is the cheapest, it is quiet, it needs neither wire nor antenna if Network RTK covers you, and it comes with a 3-year warranty. [1][4] For ground of around 1,000 m² with trees, the i210 LiDAR Pro at €1,199 is still cheaper than the LUBA mini 2 AWD and the Automower 308V, with three positioning systems instead of two. [3][7][8]
For very steep ground, beyond 55%, or a garden larger than 2,000 m², the X4 range takes over, with slopes of up to 84%. [10] Choosing the right robot starts with choosing the one that fits your ground. The rest is Saturday mornings given back to hiking.
Sources
Sources
- Navimow i2 AWD robot tondeuse (French store page) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
- Navimow i2 AWD: product overview (in French) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
- Navimow i2 LiDAR Pro robot tondeuse (French store page) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
- Limited warranty policy (in French) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
- Autumn offers (in French) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
- MAMMOTION YUKA mini 2 1000 (French store page) — Mammotion France; accessed 2026-10-04
- MAMMOTION LUBA mini 2 AWD 1000 (French store page) — Mammotion France; accessed 2026-10-04
- Automower® 308V with AI vision technology (French product page) — Husqvarna France; accessed 2026-10-04
- Navimow i2 LiDAR robot tondeuse (French store page) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
- Navimow X4 robot tondeuse (French store page) — Navimow France; accessed 2026-10-04 · affiliate link
Common questions
Common questions
The details people ask before they go.
Do you need to install an antenna for a Navimow i2 AWD?
No, if Network RTK covers your address: it replaces the reference antenna and access is included at no extra cost. Check your postcode on Navimow’s site; a GNSS antenna is supplied in the box just in case. [1]
Is Navimow’s Network RTK a paid service?
No. Network RTK access is included at no extra cost. The 4G data service, used for remote control and anti-theft tracking, is free for the first year, then renewable at €29.99 a year. [1]
What lawn size can the Navimow i205 AWD handle?
It is designed for lawns of up to 500 m², and can go up to 600 m² depending on the shape and complexity of the garden. It mows about 125 m² per charge. [1]
Navimow or Mammotion: which should you choose?
Up to 500 m² on a tight budget, the Navimow i205 AWD is the cheapest in our comparison. Around 1,000 m², the Navimow i210 LiDAR Pro costs €100 more than the Mammotion YUKA mini 2, but climbs 55% slopes instead of 45% and combines LiDAR, Network RTK and vision. Beyond 55% slopes, the Navimow X4 range, rated for up to 84%, is the one to look at. [1][3][6][10]
Is a Navimow robot mower noisy?
Navimow quotes 59 dB(A) in normal operation for the i2 AWD and i2 LiDAR Pro, about the sound of a microwave oven according to the brand. The more powerful X4 range goes up to 68 dB(A). [1][3][10]
What warranty do Navimow robot mowers have?
The limited warranty is 3 years for the i2 AWD, i2 LiDAR and i2 LiDAR Pro mowers, and 2 years for the battery and adapters. Blades count as consumables and are not covered. [4]
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