The Worx Landroid L Robotic Lawn Mower: A Comprehensive Review
I admit I was a little jealous when Kenny installed his Husqvarna 115H Automower across the street from my house. My inner sense of justice knows I’m on the road more than him and could really use something like that. So when he suggested I give the Worx Landroid L robotic lawn mower a shot, thoughts of lazy Saturdays kicking back with my wife and watching a robot do the yardwork entered my mind.
Pros
Better price than Husqvarna and Stihl with similar performance
Set it and forget it once you optimize the wire installation
20V power source is easily replaceable when the time comes (uses the same battery as Worx 20V tools)
Includes Find My Landroid GPS with 1 year of cellular coverage
Anti-collision, digital fencing, and specially-designed garage accessories available
Cons
More limited than upgraded models that use GPS mapping
No professional installation available for users that would prefer it
Installation
The Worx Landroid L uses a boundary wire system to find its way around your lawn and back to its charger. You’ll need to install the wire fully around the inside and outside boundaries, including any landscaping elements you want to create an island around.
It sounds more complicated than it really is and everything you need comes in the kit. The mower itself doesn’t create a lot of lift like a standard gas mower or battery-powered mower, so you can run the wire right on top of your grass. Clips in the kit push the wire tight to the ground and your grass will grow over it before long.
If you’re really concerned about the wire on the surface, you can bury it up to 2″ deep.
Installation Expectations
The entire installation process takes around 4 hours or so, depending on the size of your lawn and how well-developed your plan is. In general, this is what it looks like:
Set up the base on a flat surface
Install the wire
Get the mower charging
Set the cutting height
Set up the app
Kick back and watch the Worx Landroid L work
Some user manuals and quick start guides are garbage, but I was able to use Worx’ to get my install done without having to call Kenny over for a consultation (although he did help me with setting a layout plan).
Key Features
GPS-Enabled
Most entry-level robotic mowers don’t include GPS, but Worx does right now. While it doesn’t help map out your lawn for the most efficient pattern, it does help by keeping track of where the mower. Here are a few highlights:
More Optional Add-Ons
ACS Anti-Collision System ($249): This accessory (included in our test model) uses an ultrasonic signal to detect and avoid objects before the mower bumps into them.
Landroid Garage ($129.99): Even though a little rain won’t destroy your mower, you’ll get the longest life from it if you protect it when possible.
Digital Fencing ($129.99): This genius system relies on magnetic barriers to section off areas you don’t want to mow without having to bring your boundary wire in to create an island.
Narrow Corridor Friendly
If you have a narrow space your mower needs to go through, you can make it happen. Since you set mowing zones based on the distance from the charger, the mower follows the boundary wire the distance you tell it to.
Cut To Edge
With proper installation, your Worx Landroid L can cut as close as 2″ from any border.
Using the Worx Landroid L in the Real World
Run Vs Charge
As long as you give the mower enough mowing time, it’s going to give you a lawn that looks freshly cut every day. You won’t get those nice mower wheel lines, though.
Cutting Power
Ideally, the mower’s razor blade-style blades are going to just tick off 1/4″–1/2″ of grass at a time, but it’s more powerful than it looks.
Anti-Collision System
The ACS system does a fantastic job of avoiding obstacles in our yard.
Unfriendly Terrain
As far as the terrain goes, we have had no issues.
Set it and Forget it
Once you understand the limitations the system has, the Worx Landroid L really is a set it and forget it robotic lawn mower.
WORX WR150 vs WR155
WORX updated its line of Landroid robotic lawn mowers with some new features. The best way to cover them might be to show you the difference between the Worx Landroid WR155 vs the WR150 robotic mower we tested.
Price
The Worx Landroid is one of the most budget-friendly robotic lawn mowers available.
The Bottom Line
I’m impressed with the performance I’m getting from the Worx Landroid L robotic lawn mower.
Worx Landroid L Specifications
Model: Worx WR155 (similar WR150 tested)
Power Source: Worx 20V battery (4.0Ah included)
Charge Time: 90 minutes
Cutting Area: Up to 1/2 an acre
Cutting Width: 9″
Height Range: 1.6″–3.9″
Noise Level: 63 dB
Max incline: 20°
Weight: 22.9 lbs
Dimensions: 25 x 17.5 x 8.86 in.
Warranty: 3 years
Price: $1399.99
Check it out for yourself at Worx’ website.