Opinion & Experience with new Husqvarna/Gardena/Flymo dual disc robot mowers

Opinion & Experience with new Husqvarna/Gardena/Flymo dual disc robot mowers

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Thanks for maintaining such an informative site and I’d value your opinion and insight on some questions I still have.

a) I noticed that Husqvarna, Gardena and Flymo are owned by the same parent company and have very similar robot mowers (with Husqvarna having some additional higher-end models). But how would these brand relate and compare to each other for home users (within the same budget/cost)? E.g. spending a 1000EUR on each of these brands…

b) I also noticed that they recently released two-disc robot mowers but most test cover the single-disc robot mowers. What is your opinion/experience with two-disc robot mowers? Is there any real world benefit or does it just add complexity, (investment & maintenance) cost and risk of failure?

Thanks and keep up the good work!

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Asked on March 17, 2025 12:17 pm
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You're correct that these brands share the same parent company (Husqvarna Group), which leads to some technological overlap. For home users with a €1000 budget:

Husqvarna typically offers:
Premium build quality and durability
More advanced navigation systems
Better handling of complex lawns
More comprehensive app features
Higher-end customer support

Gardena generally provides:
Good balance of features and value
User-friendly interface
Reliable performance in medium-complexity lawns
Slightly more affordable than equivalent Husqvarna models
Appealing design aesthetics

Flymo tends to be:
The most budget-friendly option
Simpler in features and capabilities
Better suited for smaller, less complex lawns
Less advanced in navigation technology
Good for first-time robot mower users

Two-Disc vs. Single-Disc Robot Mowers
Two-disc mowing systems offer several advantages:

Potential benefits:
Wider cutting width, potentially reducing mowing time
Better coverage efficiency in a single pass
Potentially improved handling of different grass types
May handle edges better in some yard configurations

Potential drawbacks:
Added mechanical complexity could mean more points of failure
Potentially higher repair costs
Will consume more battery power
Could be less manoeuvrable in tight spaces

For most home users, single-disc systems have proven reliable and effective. The two-disc technology might be most beneficial for larger properties or those with varying terrain types. If you have a standard residential lawn without unusual challenges, the added complexity of a two-disc system might not justify the potential benefits.

If we compare the Luba 2 AWD (Two-Disc System) with the Luba Mini (Single-Disc System) -
The two-disc Luba 2 AWD makes sense for larger properties with varying terrain, while the single-disc Luba Mini is more practical for standard suburban plots with simpler layouts. The Luba 2's dual-disc system isn't just about coverage speed—it works in concert with the AWD (All Wheel Drive) system to manage difficult terrain that would challenge most robot mowers.

For average home users, the decision between these models should primarily be based on garden size and terrain complexity rather than focusing exclusively on the number of cutting discs. The Mini's single-disc design is perfectly adequate for the smaller gardens/lawns it's designed to handle.

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Mark

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Answered on March 17, 2025 5:42 pm
    Mark, thanks for the quick and qualitative response. I'm sure many will benefit from your input!It seems indeed that the Husqvarna is their top-end brand and might be overkill for most of us with normal/average usecases. And Flymo seems to make the low-end, budget models that randomly bump into things without creating a proper map (except their top (ultra) range, which is similar to the Gardena range and actually depends on the Gardena app).Gardena seems to be the sensible, mid-range option with more appealing design aesthetics than the more industrial looking Husqvarna or bright orange Flymo.I noticed on the Flymo website that they explicitely state that the second disc is only activated for trimming the edges. I don't find this info on the Gardena nor Husqvarna website... On the other hand it seems the new two-disc Gardena Sileno Max can only handle slopes of 30%, while the old single-disc Gardena Sileno Free can handle slopes of 35%.Tough choice... Does it have two motors (that doubles the chance of breakdown) ? Do all six blades need to be replaced every month (vs three blades with a one-disc)? Will battery run out more quickly spinning two discs constantly? Or is the Gardena smart enough to use one motor with two drive belts and only spin up the second disc at the edges (saving battery and blades and reducing chances of motor issues)? Does it really cut closer to the edge and is it worth the extra money and giving up 5% of slopes.I also note they bring out technical identical models for different lawn sizes. Is this really only the amound of boundary wire that is supplied but they have the same battery/motor?And I also noticed they have "virtual wire" of "wire free" models, depending on GPS. That can't be accurate as GPS is at best 1m accurate. And I noted in the install guides (I did RTFM :-)) that if it's close to a house or three, I'd need to stay 6m away from it. Quite pointless to pay extra for a GPS and still have to put the wire in. Correct?I would really appreciate your feedback/opionion/expertise here.
    (Eddy at March 18, 2025 10:19 am)
      Hi, I have just tested both the Luba Mini and the YUKA mini robotic mowers and I am so impressed with this technology. Essentially they use GPS with RTK (for cm accuracy) with an AI camera in case of loss of GPS signal. Mammotion are even releasing something called iNavi in the UK in April 2025 that will eliminate the need for the RTK station. The Luba is 4WD and handles slopes up to 80% (38.6°), very impressive.I have just filmed the video review of both of these mowers, and will be uploading them to YouTube next week. Please wait and take a look at these mowers, if you subscribe to my channel you will get a notification when I upload them.https://www.youtube.com/@EasyLawnMowingThanks Mark
      ( at March 22, 2025 1:15 pm)
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