Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD
A compact all-wheel-drive mower that brings LUBA-level slope ability to medium lawns without a wire or base station. The two sizes navigate in completely different ways.
- Lawn sizeup to 1,500 m²
- NavigationHybrid (RTK + vision/LiDAR)
- Max slope80%
- Versions2
MammotionPrices and stock
LUBA mini 2 AWD 1500 (LiDAR) · up to 1,500 m² · RRP £1,699
| Retailer | Price | Stock | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammotion UKChecked | £1,499 | In stock | View deal |
| Godfreys of SevenoaksChecked | £1,699 | Back orderAvailable to pre-order | View deal |
| Sims Garden MachineryChecked | £1,699 | Back orderAvailable on back-order | View deal |
| The Robot MowerInstallation availableChecked | £1,499 | Out of stockOut of stock | View deal |
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Our verdict
Should you buy the LUBA mini 2 AWD?
A desk-based verdict from the manufacturer’s specifications, manuals and UK warranty terms.
Pros
- All-wheel drive and an 80% slope rating, the same as the far bigger LUBA 3 AWD
- No wire and no RTK base station on either version
- Dedicated edge disc beside the main disc for closer trimming along borders
- 4G built in with three years of data included
- Cutting height set in the app from 20 mm to 65 mm
- Three-year warranty including the battery
Cons
- The 1000 and 1500 use different navigation, which the shared name hides
- 200 mm main cut is narrow for a 1,500 m² rating
- Heavy for its size, especially the LiDAR 1500
- Mammotion's own pages disagree with its spec sheet on a few details
Who it’s for
- Lawns from about 500 m² to 1,500 m²
- Steep or uneven gardens that defeat two-wheel-drive mowers
- Tidy edges along paths and walls, thanks to a separate edge disc
- Owners who want a wire-free mower with no aerial to install
Who should avoid it
- Your lawn is small and flat: the YUKA mini 2 or a simpler mower costs less
- You want one wide pass over a big open lawn: the cutting disc is narrow
- You'd rather not depend on a 4G signal (the 1000) or on nearby features for LiDAR (the 1500)
Specifications
LUBA mini 2 AWD specifications
The manufacturer’s published figures, each linked to its source. Where versions differ, each is listed.
| Rated lawn area | 1000: 1,000 m²Source: manufacturer spec sheet 1500 (LiDAR): 1,500 m²Source: manufacturer spec sheet |
|---|---|
| Max zones | 1000: 10Source: manufacturer spec sheet 1500 (LiDAR): 20Source: manufacturer spec sheet |
| Narrowest passage | 1500 (LiDAR): 68 cmSource: manufacturer product page |
| Navigation | 1000: Hybrid (RTK + vision/LiDAR)Source: manufacturer spec sheet 1500 (LiDAR): Hybrid (RTK + vision/LiDAR)Source: manufacturer spec sheet |
|---|---|
| Positioning and obstacle sensors | 1000: vision camera, network RTKSource: manufacturer spec sheet 1500 (LiDAR): LiDAR, vision cameraSource: manufacturer spec sheet |
| RTK base station needed | |
| 4G | Built inSource: manufacturer spec sheet |
| Free 4G data | 36 monthsSource: manufacturer spec sheet |
| Subscription needed | |
| Wi-Fi | |
| Bluetooth |
| Cutting width | |
|---|---|
| Min cutting height | |
| Max cutting height | |
| Height adjustment | In the appSource: manufacturer product page |
| Blade type | Main disc with 6 pivoting razor blades + edge disc with 3 pivoting razor bladesSource: manufacturer spec sheet |
| Blades | |
| Edge cutting |
| Mowing time per charge | |
|---|---|
| Charging time |
| Weight | 1000: 15 kgSource: manufacturer spec sheet 1500 (LiDAR): 17.2 kgSource: manufacturer spec sheet |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1000: 584 × 430 × 282Source: manufacturer spec sheet 1500 (LiDAR): 584 × 460 × 290Source: manufacturer spec sheet |
| Noise | 1000: 58 dB(A)Source: manufacturer product page 1500 (LiDAR): 65 dB(A)Source: manufacturer product page |
| Water/dust rating |
| App | Mammotion appSource: manufacturer product page |
|---|---|
| Obstacle avoidance | 1000: Tri-camera AI vision (objects down to 2.5 × 2.5 cm claimed)Source: manufacturer product page 1500 (LiDAR): 360° LiDAR + dual-camera AI vision (300+ obstacle types claimed)Source: manufacturer product page |
| Multiple maps | |
| Camera | |
| GPS theft tracking | 1000: YesSource: manufacturer product page |
| Rain sensor |
| RRP | 1000: £1,399Source: manufacturer product page 1500 (LiDAR): £1,699Source: manufacturer product page |
|---|---|
| Warranty | |
| Garage included | |
| Professional installation |
links go to the manufacturer source for each figure. Figures are the manufacturer’s own claims unless marked otherwise.
Claims vs reality
Where the brand’s marketing and its own small print don’t agree.
They sayThe 1500 product page describes 32 cm main and side cutting discs.
In practiceMammotion's UK spec sheet lists a 200 mm main disc plus a separate 120 mm edge disc. We use the spec sheet's 200 mm cutting width. Source
They sayThe 1500 product page quotes a 61 m LiDAR range and a 360° × 49° field of view.
In practiceThe UK spec sheet gives 60 m and 360° × 45°. The difference is small, but it shows the page and the sheet were written separately. Source
They sayEdge cutting reaches close to walls.
In practiceThe two product pages give different distances (about 5 cm on the 1500 page, 5.5 cm on the 1000 page), and the edge disc is fixed at one height rather than following the main cutting height. Source
Which version do you need?
The two versions are different machines. The 1000 finds its position with three cameras plus network RTK over 4G, so it suits open lawns with decent mobile signal and a good view of the sky. The 1500 swaps RTK for a 360° LiDAR scanner plus two cameras, so it doesn't need satellite corrections at all and copes better under trees and next to buildings, but it relies on having walls, fences and other fixed features in range. The 1500 also manages twice as many zones. Choose by garden layout first and lawn size second.
How it navigates and sets up
There's no perimeter wire and no RTK aerial to mount on either version. You map the lawn by driving the mower around the edge in the Mammotion app, then add zones and no-go areas.
The 1000 positions itself with network RTK corrections received over its built-in 4G connection, backed up by three cameras for obstacle detection and for areas where the satellite view is poor. Network RTK works best in open lawns with a clear view of the sky and reasonable mobile coverage.
The 1500 uses a 360° LiDAR scanner and two cameras instead, with no RTK at all. LiDAR measures distances to fixed features such as walls, fences and trees, so it suits gardens surrounded by buildings and hedges, where satellite positioning struggles. The trade-off is that very open lawns give it less to measure against.
Both have all-wheel drive and a 80% slope rating. Mammotion says the 1500 can pass through gaps of 68 cm; it doesn't publish a figure for the 1000. For what slope percentages mean in practice, see our slopes guide.
Cutting
The main disc cuts a 200 mm strip, with a smaller edge disc beside it. That's narrow for a lawn at the top of the rated range, so a 1,500 m² garden will take several sessions a week. Cutting height is adjustable in the app from 20 mm to 65 mm. Mammotion quotes 58 dB(A)–65 dB(A) depending on the version, so the LiDAR 1500 is the louder of the two.
App, connectivity and security
The Mammotion app handles mapping, schedules, zones (up to 10–20 depending on version) and cloud backup of several lawn maps. Mammotion includes 36 months of 4G data. Mammotion's page for the 1500 notes the 4G module may arrive separately for you to fit. A rain sensor is listed on both.
Running costs, warranty and support
The warranty is 3 years, and Mammotion's UK warranty statement says that includes the battery. Blades, discs and tyres are wear parts and aren't covered; see our blade guide. Mammotion's support is by email, chat and a German phone line rather than a UK dealer network. Prices currently start from £1,249.
Price history
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| Date | LUBA mini 2 AWD 1000 | LUBA mini 2 AWD 1500 (LiDAR) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Sept | £1,249 | £1,499 |
Questions owners ask
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the LUBA mini 2 AWD 1000 and 1500?
Navigation. The 1000 uses three cameras plus network RTK over 4G. The 1500 uses a 360° LiDAR scanner plus two cameras and no RTK. The 1500 also has a bigger rated area, more zones and is heavier.
Can the LUBA mini 2 AWD handle steep slopes?
Mammotion rates both versions for slopes up to 80%, about 39 degrees, thanks to all-wheel drive. That's unusually high for a mower this size. Grip drops on wet grass, so allow some margin.
Do I need a base station or subscription?
No base station is needed. Mammotion says its network RTK service is free and includes three years of 4G data. After that, 4G data is optional and paid; the 1000 needs it for RTK corrections, while the LiDAR 1500 can navigate without it.
Does it cut right up to the edge?
It has a separate edge disc next to the main disc, and Mammotion claims it cuts within roughly 5 cm of walls. The edge disc runs at a fixed height, so it may leave a slightly different finish along borders if you mow the main lawn very short or long.
Also consider
Alternatives to the LUBA mini 2 AWD
Similar mowers that trade something for something else: price, wire, slope or size.
MammotionCheaper option
Mammotion YUKA mini 2
- Up to 1,000 m²
- Hybrid (RTK + vision/LiDAR)
- 45% slopes
MammotionStep up
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD
- Up to 5,000 m²
- Hybrid (RTK + vision/LiDAR)
- 80% slopes
Alternative
Segway Navimow i2 LiDAR Pro
- Up to 2,000 m²
- Hybrid (RTK + vision/LiDAR)
- 55% slopes
Step up
Husqvarna Automower 310E NERA
- Up to 1,500 m²
- Network RTK
- 30% slopes
Owning one
Accessories, guides and tools
Compatible accessories
- Cleaning stand for lawn mowersRRP £69
- Cutting Disc for LUBA mini 2 AWDRRP £49
- Edge Cutting Disc for LUBA mini 2 AWDRRP £29
- Endurance Replacement Blades (24 pcs)RRP £55
- Garage StandardRRP £199
- MAMMOTION 4G Service, 12 monthsRRP £49.90
- MAMMOTION 4G Service, 3 monthsRRP £19.90
- Mini garageRRP £119
Last updated 2026-09-29. Specs are the manufacturer’s own figures, each linked to its source. How we score · How we get prices · Report an error