Best for most gardens
Ecovacs GOAT O800 RTK
Great choice
- No boundary wire to bury
- Neat, straight stripes
- Copes with most slopes
- Needs a clear view of the sky
Best robot lawn mowers
Most people should get a wire-free Ecovacs GOAT. Lawn under trees? Pick one that doesn't rely on satellites.
Best for shaded gardens
Eufy E15
Good with caveats
- Sets itself up in minutes
- No wire and no antenna
- Works under trees and between houses
- Can't mow after dark or on steep slopes
Best budget
Ecovacs GOAT O600 RTK
Great choice
- Wire-free for under {500}
- Right size for small lawns
- Simple app setup
- Smaller area than the O800
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Why the Ecovacs GOAT O800 RTK?
Satellite (RTK) navigation means no boundary wire to bury and neat straight lines, which suits most open UK gardens. It needs a clear view of the sky, so heavily shaded gardens are better off with the Eufy E15.
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications and the problems owners keep reporting, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Trusted Reviews, Gardeners' World, Bob Vila, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 6 Oct 2026How we decide
Our verdict is an opinion based on published reviews and owner reports, not our own testing. Specs, prices and availability change — check the manufacturer's and retailer's details before you buy. Terms & disclaimer