Robotic lawn mowers have made life easier for many garden owners, but they also have their limitations. Does the robot lose signal under the trees? Can’t handle the slope down to the hedge? And does it leave brown patches where it turns round? Segway Navimow believes its new 2026 series – which it has just launched at an event in Paris – solves all three problems.
Navigation without blindspots
A well-known annoyance with robotic mowers is that they can lose their way under trees or in shady areas where the GPS signal is weak. Navimow’s new models use a system the manufacturer calls EFLS LiDAR, which combines three positioning technologies: solid-state LiDAR, networked RTK positioning and AI-based image recognition via cameras.
The LiDAR sensor scans the surroundings at almost 200,000 points per second and creates a detailed 3D image of the garden, promises Segway Navimow. The robot will be able to navigate precisely – even under trees, in narrow passages and at night.
The H2 series can switch between positioning modes in 20 milliseconds and detects obstacles as small as one centimetre, according to the manufacturer. According to Navimow, the H2 models can identify over 200 different types of objects. The i2 LiDAR series also uses LiDAR technology to map the garden and navigate the terrain.
Steep slopes
Slopes have traditionally been a challenge for robotic mowers. According to the manufacturer, the X4 series can handle slopes of up to 84 per cent, equivalent to 40 degrees – significantly more than many competitors on the market. The X4 models are equipped with four-wheel drive and electronic stability control.
The other series can also handle hilly terrain. The i2 LiDAR Pro handles inclines of up to 55 per cent, while the H2 series, i2 LiDAR and i2 AWD all manage up to 45 per cent. i2 AWD is equipped with demand-controlled all-wheel drive that automatically activates the extra wheel depending on terrain conditions, which according to Navimow provides up to 30 per cent energy savings compared to permanent all-wheel drive.
Gentle turning
A third classic problem is the worn or brown patches in the grass that can occur when the robot turns. The X4 series and i2 AWD series are equipped with a turning system that, according to Navimow, protects the grass when turning.
Both series have electronic stability control to prevent side slipping on slopes and in wet grass.
The X4 series also features a blade set with two blade discs and a total of 12 blades and two 180 W motors. With a cutting width of 430 mm, the X4 can cover 2,000 square metres in eight hours, according to the manufacturer.
No perimeter wire
Like previous Navimow models, the 2026 series works without a marker wire. The robot maps the garden itself via the app and the user can adjust the route afterwards. All models are compatible with Google Home and Amazon Alexa.
Four series for different needs
The X4 series is designed for large gardens up to 5,000 square metres and has the highest slope capacity. Prices range from €2,500 to €3,200.
The H2 series is for gardens with complicated layouts and narrow passages. It covers areas from 600 to 3,000 square metres with prices from €1,600 to €2,500.
The i2 LiDAR series is available in six variants for gardens between 800 and 2,000 square metres. Prices range from €1,250 to €2,100.
The i2 AWD series is the cheapest with prices starting at €1,000 and covers gardens up to 1,000 square metres.
Price and availability
The new Navimow models are available to order now.
