Are you struggling with getting steep inclines mowed without losing your balance or your mower?

We have the PERFECT mower that will do the job for you while you kick back at the top of the hill, enjoying your glass of iced tea! It’s a robot mower. Yes, technology has infiltrated the sanctity of our lawn area!

How do you know which robot mower is the best for a hilly yard?

Choosing a Robot Mower to Mow Hills

When you’re deciding to purchase a robot mower, there’s a lot to consider. There are a lot of different brands and models out there. They all have different features and functions. Before purchasing your robot mower, make sure you are selecting the right one for your needs.

Most people decide the cost of a robot mower is worth it to make their lives a little easier, save some time, and ensure that they have a great looking yard. By doing a little research beforehand, you can find the right robot mower that will effortlessly get those steep hills and slopes mowed.

Robot Mowers 101

Robot lawnmowers are great because they are packed with technological features and components to make mowing a breeze.

A few features in various robot mowers:

• Rechargeable battery packs
• GPS tracking for precise position
• Bluetooth enabled for remote control
• Specifically designed for different inclines

Most of the lower-end models are designed for smaller yards without much incline. If you are buying a model designed for a larger yard (½ acre or more) or with a steep slope or incline (a ≥20° incline), you might have to pay a little more.

Things to Consider Before Buying

Blade size and durability

If you have a large yard, you might want a robot mower that has a larger blade. This will allow it to cover more ground in a shorter time frame. You should also double-check how long the blades on the robot mower are predicted to last. All blades will need to be sharpened and replaced periodically, but some blades need upkeep more frequently than others.

Apps and features

Many robot mowers come with GPS systems, Bluetooth connectivity, and/or security systems. Those features tend to cost a little more, but they can be very handy. Some models can even be controlled with Amazon’s Alexa or other similar voice-operated devices.

Battery length

Most robot mowers are fueled by rechargeable batteries. While some batteries don’t take as long to charge, they also don’t last as long when in use. If you have a smaller yard, a short-lived battery might be fine. If you have a larger yard, however, you’ll want a robot mower with longer battery life.

Hills and slopes

Most robot mower models are equipped to handle some amount of incline. Cheaper models struggle with going up steep hills because they just aren’t powerful enough to roll up the gradient. If your yard has a steep slope, you will want a robot mower designed for a ≥20° incline.

Top 4 Robot Mowers for Steep Hills

Husqvarna Automower 435X AWD – Mows Hills with an Incline up to 70%

Husqvarna’s Automower 435X AWD has only been out about a year but is getting great reviews of it’s ability to handle extreme slopes It is equipped with all-wheel drive and artificial intelligence. It’s capable of handling rough terrain and mows steep hills with up to 70 percent inclines (equal to a 35 degree angle – twice the incline of other mowers). This robot has a bit of a different design and look than most mowers. In order to give it reliable traction and maneuverability on such steep hills, it has two connected bodies that interact independently.

All robot mowers have safety features to guard against, pets, kids, thieves, etc. But the 435X AWD has an automatic stop feature when the mower is picked up or turned over. In addition, Husqvarna added a remote object-detection feature which allows the mower to sense an object is close by and begin to slow down in order to avoid hitting it.

In addition to controlling it from a connected app, you can also manage the 435X AWD with voice commands via Google Home and Amazon Alexa. All of the robot lawn mowers will now be compatible with the Gardena Smart System as well, so you can manage watering and mowing.

• Designed to mow up to a 70-degree incline
• 3 pivoting blades
• LED headlights
• Quiet operation
• Functions in rain
• GPS navigation
• LCD display
• Theft protection
• Use with Amazon Alexa or Google Home
• Programmable
• 1.25-acre mowing capacity
• Cut height: 0.8-2.4”
• Cut width: 9.5”
• Battery run time 270 minutes
• Battery charge time 1 hour
• Dimensions: 28.3×22.0 inx12.2 inches
• 2-year warranty

Note: The 435X AWD is hard to find online if you want to buy it, but it is available at Acme Tools here.

Husqvarna Automower 450X – The “Cadillac” of Robotic Mowers

Husqvarna’s Automower 450X is top of the line in robot mowers. It powers through tight spaces and around obstacles with ease. Rain’s no problem because of the weather-resistant housing. GPS navigation keeps it on track to mow precisely where it should. It comes outfitted with LED headlights to power through the dark as well as a tough front bumper. The 450X is designed to handle lawns that are up to 1.25 acres on one charge.

Features:

• Designed to mow up to a 24-degree incline
• 3 pivoting blades
• LED headlights
• Quiet operation
• Functions in rain
• GPS navigation
• LCD display
• Theft protection
• Integrational with Alexa or Google Home
• Programmable
• 1.25-acre mowing capacity
• Cut height: 0.8-2.4”
• Cut width: 9.5”
• Battery run time 270 minutes
• Battery charge time 1 hour
• Dimensions: 28.3×22.0 inx12.2 inches
• 2-year warranty

Husqvarna Automower 315X – Bells & Whistles at a Lower Price

Husqvarna’s Automower 315X is an intermediate top-of-the-line robot mower designed for those lawns that are slightly smaller. The Automower series are the best in quality, design, and performance when it comes to relying on a mower to mow those steep inclines. The 315X maneuvers through tight spaces and around obstacles with no problem. It comes complete with GPS navigation and even has theft tracking in the event it gets stolen.

Features:

• Designed to mow up to a 22-degree incline
• 3 pivoting blades
• LED headlights
• Quiet operation
• Functions in rain
• GPS navigation
• LCD display
• Theft protection
• Integrational with Alexa or Google Home
• Programmable
• 0.4-acre mowing capacity
• Cut height: 0.8-2.4”
• Battery run time 70 minutes
• Battery charge time 1 hour
• Dimensions: 24.8×20.1×9.8 inches
• 2-year warranty

Mammotion Luba

The Luba model mower from Mammotion is one of the newest on the market. Among it’s other features (wireless GPS guidance system, large mowing capability, app connectivity, etc) is it’s ability to handle inclines up to 75%. It has such an impressive climbing ability because it an AWD mower, unlike so many others which are 2WD.

Robomow RS630 – Ideal for Those with Children

The Robomow RS630 packs a lot of power in a compact design. The biggest feature of this robot mower is the child safety features. It has a lot of features similar to top-of-the-line robot mowers and comes at a much lower price for those on a budget.

Features:

• Designed to mow up to a 20-degree incline
• Quiet operation
• Rain sensor tells it to stop mowing and return to charging station
• Theft protection
• Integrational with Alexa
• Programmable
• Lithium-ferrous battery
• Pin code to operate for child safety
• Auto-stop when tilted or lifted
• Eco-mode
• 1.24-acre mowing capacity
• Cut height: 0.8-2.4”
• Battery run time 80-100 minutes
• Battery charge time 90-110 minutes
• Dimensions: 29x26x12.2 inches
• 1-year warranty

Mowing Has Never Been This Easy!

It’s quite interesting to watch a robot mower in action. Whether you need something to tackle steep inclines in your lawn or you just don’t feel like mowing, robot mowers are for you! Although they are much more expensive than a traditional mower, a robot mower removes the elements of manpower, gas, and mower maintenance.

You may discover that a robot mower does more than mow your lawn. It provides a great form of entertainment because most people can’t resist sitting there watching them mow!