Hi there,

I haven’t had the chance to review the Ecovacs Goat with LiDAR yet, but I’ll certainly try to get hold of one so I can put it through its paces. What I can say is that LiDAR is most definitely the future of robotic mowing – it allows for far more precise navigation and mapping without the need for boundary wire, which makes setup and ongoing use much easier.

As for the YUKA Mini 500, it’s a very capable mower in its own right, but the exciting news is that there will be a YUKA / LUBA Mini model with LiDAR arriving in the UK next year. That should combine the compact convenience of the Mini with the advanced navigation of LiDAR, which I think will be a really strong option for smaller gardens.

So while I can’t yet give you a direct comparison with the Goat, I’d say it’s well worth keeping an eye out for the new YUKA / LUBA Mini with LiDAR when it launches early next year. I will do a video once available so you can see it in action first.

All the best
Mark