App-Controlled App-Controlled Robotic Mower – Auto-Charging, Adjustable Height, for Lawns up to 4300 sq.ft
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MEDIOCRE
67
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
The App-Controlled App-Controlled Robotic Mower enters the Battery Powered Robotic Lawn Mowers class with a LAGGING (68) Winnowl Index, tracking as a low-regret, better than average choice. This rating is really the balance between Exceptional Value,Average Performance and, Average Brand Strength from YARDCARE. The App-Controlled App-Controlled Robotic Mower – Auto-Charging, Adjustable Height, for Lawns up to 4300 sq.ft gives you a Noise Level of 60 dB, which sits better than the 62 class average and suggests you will likely hear a faint, non-distracting hum while sitting outdoors, similar to a quiet conversation. This is a safe buy with balance across value, Performance and brand make this predictable buy for your money.
Market Value Index
Exceptional
$399.99
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
The Exceptional Value rating is driven by a $399.99 cost that gives you 30% better Performance than other Battery Powered Robotic Lawn Mowers.
Performance Rating
Average
This Average Performance rating is powered by the Noise Level (60 dB), indicating you will likely hear a faint, non-distracting hum while sitting outdoors, similar to a quiet conversation, while the Total Run Time of 60 minutes can sometimes mean you will likely see the robot spending more time traveling back and forth to the dock than actually cutting grass.
Brand Strength
Average
The Average Brand Strength of YARDCARE comes from Mediocre Brand Trust in the Battery Powered Robotic Lawn Mowers class.
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Run Time | 60 minutes | Mediocre | 44% worse | Entry-level endurance. Short cycle times are only efficient for very small, simple yards where the dock is always nearby. |
| Maximum Lawn Area | 4,300 sq ft | Average | 38% worse | Mid-size residential rating. This is the industry sweet spot for the average homeowner with a fenced-in suburban lot. |
| Warranty | 1 Years | Mediocre | 43% worse | Standard industry backing. Provides a basic safety net for the first few seasons of operation. |
| Maximum Slope | 35 % | Average | 11% worse | Standard residential climbing. Designed to navigate most common lawn slopes without losing traction or positioning. |
| Charging Time | 120 mins | Average | 6% worse | Slow-recovery profile. The robot spends a significant portion of its duty cycle recharging, limiting its daily coverage potential. |
| Cutting Width | 7 inches | Average | Average | Standard residential deck. Most robotic mowers use this width to ensure they can fit through gates while still being productive. |
| Noise Level | 60 dB | Average | 3% better | Standard robotic noise profile. Balanced for daytime operation without being intrusive to outdoor activities. |
| Number of Batteries | 1 count | Average | 15% worse | Single-pack setup. The industry standard for robots, prioritizing simplicity and lower weight over redundancy. |
| Battery Voltage | 20 V | Average | 11% worse | Standard robotic power. This is the optimal balance of efficiency and torque for maintaining a tidy lawn. |
| Battery Capacity | 4 Ah | Average | 3% worse | Standard robotic capacity. This range provides a solid balance of weight and stored energy for the average residential property. |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #7 out of 11.
- Performance Rank: #10 out of 11.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Budget
Neutral
- A Battery Voltage of V is about average (22.36 V) but below the highest in class at 36 V.
- A Battery Capacity of Ah is about average 4.13 Ah but below the class max of 10 Ah.
- A Cutting Width of inches is about average (7.01 inches) but narrower than the widest in class at 10 inches.
- A Charging Time of mins is about average 113.64 mins but below the fastest at 60mins.
- A Maximum Slope of % is about average 39.15 % but below the class max of 50 %.
- A Noise Level of dB is about average 62 dB but not as low as the lowest in class at 55 dB.
Weaknesses
- Shortest Warranty in its class at 1 Years, well below longest in class at 3 Years.
- Shortest Total Run Time in its class at 60 minutes, well below the class high at 240 minutes.
- Least Number of Batteries in its class at 1, well below the most in class at 2.
- At sq ft, the Maximum Lawn Area is below the average of 6,934.58 sq ft and well below the class maximum (17,000 sq ft).
Comparison
| Name | Winnowl Index | Value | Performance | Brand | Price | Maximum Lawn Area | Total Run Time | Battery Voltage | Battery Capacity | Cutting Width | Charging Time | Number of Batteries | Maximum Slope | Warranty | Noise Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| App-Controlled App-Controlled Robotic Mower |
MEDIOCRE
67
|
Exceptional | Average | Average | $399.99 | 4,300 sq ft | 60 minutes | 20 V | 4 Ah | 7 inches | 120 mins | 1 count | 35 % | 1 Years | 60 dB |
| Husqvarna Husqvarna Automower |
STRONG
87
|
Strong | Strong | Strong | $599.00 | 17,000 sq ft | 60 minutes | 18 V | 2 Ah | 8.70 inches | 60 mins | 1 count | 30 % | 2 Years | 58 dB |
| LawnMaster LawnMaster OcuMow™ Robot Lawn Mower |
STRONG
87
|
Exceptional | Strong | Average | $409.99 | 4,000 sq ft | 240 minutes | 24 V | 4 Ah | 10 inches | 60 mins | 2 count | 35 % | 2 Years | 68 dB |
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