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ROBOVATIONS/CLASSIFICATION RECORD/ROBOT LAWN MOWERSRELEASED 2019.04REASSESSED 2026.04.06
Worx

Worx Landroid M 20V

A containment-based cordless mower trading installation effort for hands-off operation in defined yards. Suited for owners accepting boundary wire overhead and battery-limited runtime.

Superseded byWorx Landroid Vision Cloudnewer generation now available

Worx Landroid M 20V
FIT CHECK

Will the Worx Landroid M 20V work on your yard?

Describe your yard using the controls. Each choice reads the spec sheet for you, flagging where the Worx Landroid M 20V is built for your space and where it isn’t.

Yard size

Terrain

Grass type

Boundary setup

A classification of fit for the conditions you set — not a recommendation. Verdicts describe engineering design intent, not test results.

SPECIFICATION

The full spec sheet.

Priced below the category median, with every figure charted against the category below.

18.1 in24.6 inTOP10.4 in24.6 inSIDEDimensional drawing
Key specificationsManufacturer-published
Footprint
18.1 × 24.6 in · 10.4 in tall✓
Weight
29.8 lbs✓
Battery
80 Wh · Li-ion
Wi-Fi
Supported✓
Mapping & navigation

Boundary wire perimeter containment with pseudo-random path optimization algorithm; rain sensor for dock retreat.

Where it lands · ranked across 84 robot lawn mowersThis robotMedianTypical range
Runtime120min
50 min240 min
Near median
Price$900
$451$32,829
Bottom of range
Noise59dB
50 dB82 dB
Near median
Charge time90min
40 min300 min
Near median
Weight29.8lbs
11.9 lbs160 lbs
Near median

Position shows where the figure sits across the tracked category — not a quality judgment.

Official referencesManufacturer support
OWNERSHIP

Living with it.

Solid 3-5 year performance for well-maintained units; boundary wire damage and blade wear are primary owner-caused issues.

Field data and firmware notes show consistent docking success and minimal mid-session stalls when wire is intact. Blade dulling requires monthly replacement; battery degradation occurs after 100+ charge cycles.

Owner effort~1.9 hrshands-on per month
Consumables$200replaceable parts / yr
Reliability trend Stableowner-reported arc
What goes wrong · 4 documented · 0 self-recover
Common
Boundary wire severanceMower exits yard uncontrolled from yard work
Owner fixInspect wire loop and apply splice repair kit
Common
Blade dullingDull blades shred grass tips after 50-100 hours
Owner fixSharpen or replace blade monthly
Common
Battery degradationCapacity loss after 100+ cycles reduces runtime 90 to 60 min
Owner fixReplace battery ($150-200)
Occasional
Dock charging intermittencyCorroded contacts prevent reliable docking
Owner fixClean charging contacts with dry cloth
Upkeep routine
Each useEvery cycle
Empty mulch deck (dry grass), inspect wheel for debris and tangles.
Weekly52×/yr
Check boundary wire for physical damage or corrosion; test dock charging connection.
Monthly12×/yr
Sharpen or replace blade; clean undercarriage of compacted mulch.
Yearly1×/yr
Replace boundary wire if exposed to winter salt or damage; service wheel bearings.
As neededno fixed schedule
Inspect battery contacts for corrosion; clean charging dock connectors.
Cost over time · past the sticker
PurchaseRunning cost
Year 1
$1,100
Year 3
$1,500
Year 5
$1,900

$900 to buy, then about $200 a year for the replaceable parts below. Over three years that is roughly $600 past the sticker price. Excludes electricity and any repairs.

What you replace
  • BladesMonthly

Replacement cadence from the maintenance schedule; prices shown where the source documents them.

Safety notes

CautionBlade engagement safety: Blades disengage at dock with under 3-second stop delay. Verify e-stop before burial.

NoteEntanglement from surface wire: Surface-laid wire poses trip hazard to humans and pets in high-traffic areas.

CautionUnsupervised operation hazard: Blade speed can cause abrasion. Containment wire alone prevents entry from young children.

RECORD

How the assessment has moved.

Every announcement, release and reassessment behind the current classification.

Coming soon
Just launched
Active updates
Settled
Discontinued
  1. Apr 2019 · ReleaseWR140 launches commercially in North America
  2. Sep 2024 · UpdateWorx Landroid M WR147 expands line with 4.0Ah battery and 0.25-acre coverage
  3. Apr 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score recorded at 73 of 100
  4. Jul 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score revised 73 → 59
  5. Jul 2026 · AssessmentRobovations Score revised 59 → 60
Editorial comparisons

How Worx Landroid M 20V compares.

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Comparison

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Goal-based

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Goal-based

Robot mowers for quarter-to-half-acre yards: where setup effort matches yard scale

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Common questions

What people actually ask.

6 answered
OperationDoes the mower navigate around obstacles like garden beds without hitting them?
No. Boundary wire defines only the perimeter; obstacles within the yard require manual wire loops during installation. Owner reports confirm accidental side-brush contact with unmapped objects.
OperationHow long does boundary wire installation take?
Typically 1–2 hours for a 0.25-acre yard. Wire can be laid on surface or buried 2–3 inches. Worx documentation provides layout templates.
OwnershipWhat maintenance intervals does the blade require?
Manufacturer recommends blade sharpening or replacement every 50–100 mowing hours (roughly monthly for weekly mowing). Dull blades tear grass tips, increasing disease susceptibility.
OperationCan the mower operate during rain?
Built-in rain sensor triggers automatic return to dock within 2–3 minutes of detection. Firmware v2.x reduced false triggers in light drizzle.
OperationIs the battery interchangeable with other Worx tools?
Yes. Landroid M uses Worx 20V Li-ion packs (WA3553 series), fitting other Worx yard tools. Spare batteries extend mowing capability on longer days.
OperationWhat happens if boundary wire is cut or damaged?
Mower stops responding to perimeter containment and may exit the yard. Owner reports confirm animal damage or accidental severance. Worx sells wire repair kits.

Analysis

Worx Landroid M 20V in the analysis archive.

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