- Changes
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- Tracking since
- Mar 2014
- Latest
- Mar 15, 2024
- Net movement
- Classification stable
- 2024
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Robomow RS-series parts supply narrows as brand exits consumer market
Robomow's exit from active consumer product development has narrowed official parts channels for legacy RS-series owners.
Full assessment
AutonomyL2 unchangedReadinessWait heldScoreScores unchangedThird-party suppliers now represent the primary source for blades, perimeter wire, and charging base components. Owners should verify parts availability before committing to multi-season continued use.
Impact on autonomy
- Wire-guided operation unchanged; no software or firmware updates issued
- No connectivity features to deprecate; mowing logic remains fixed-path
Impact on readiness
- OEM parts channels inactive; aftermarket sourcing adds procurement friction
- No manufacturer support line for RS-series troubleshooting or warranty claims
- Owner forum reports confirm blade sets available from specialty suppliers at $35-50
Claim check3 claims reviewed
Robomow RS-series built for multi-season durabilityOwner reports confirm mechanical durability; parts sourcing now depends on aftermarket suppliers rather than Robomow direct channelsWire-guided boundary system requires minimal maintenancePerimeter wire repair and replacement components are available through third-party sellers, but supply consistency varies by region and vendorRS622 suitable for long-term residential useLong-term viability depends on continued aftermarket parts supply; no manufacturer commitment to ongoing RS-series parts stockingBottom lineThe RS622 remains functional for owners who have established wire infrastructure, but the brand's commercial exit means any parts failure now routes through aftermarket channels with no manufacturer backstop.
Technical notes3 sections
- Brand Status
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Robomow ceased active consumer product development and direct retail distribution. The RS-series, including RS622, received no firmware updates after the brand transition; the model has no network connectivity, so software deprecation is not applicable.
- Parts Availability
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Replacement blade sets (RS-series compatible) are stocked by specialty robotic mower suppliers and Amazon third-party sellers. Perimeter wire and boundary wire components remain available in standard gauge formats compatible with the RS622 installation spec. Charging base replacement units are harder to source; owner forum reports document multi-week lead times from European surplus suppliers.
- Serviceability Outlook
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Because the RS622 uses no proprietary software, cloud services, or app dependency, the primary serviceability risk is mechanical: blade availability and wire stock. Owner reports on robotic mower enthusiast forums document continued operation into 2023-2024 with aftermarket blades. No documented failure of the underlying mowing motor or drive system has been attributed to the brand transition.
SourcesRobotic Mower Arena (roboticmowerarena.com) 2024-01-20Reddit r/roboticslawn 2024-02-28 - 2017
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MTD Products completes merger with Robomow maker F. Robotics
MTD Products completed its acquisition of F. Robotics Acquisitions, Robomow's parent company, on July 2, 2017, folding Robomow's full mower line, including the RS622, into MTD's outdoor power equipment portfolio.
Full assessment
AutonomyOwnership changed; RS622 capability unchangedReadinessDistribution and dealer backing expandedScoreNot assessed at time of eventTrade press described expanded North American and European distribution through MTD's dealer network.
WatchingWhether that distribution reach affects long-term RS-series parts availability.
Impact on autonomy
- No documented change to RS622 navigation, sensors or mowing capability resulted from the merger.
- Robomow's engineering team stayed in Pardesiya, Israel, under existing management at closing.
Impact on readiness
- MTD's dealer network gave Robomow access to established North American and European sales channels.
- Trade press coverage did not report pricing, warranty or parts-sourcing changes at the closing.
Claim check3 claims reviewed
The announcement framed the merger as "creating more opportunity for robotic lawn mowingThe release describes distribution and manufacturing consolidation; it names no new RS-series products or feature roadmapCoverage described "combining Robomow's progressive technology" with MTD's resourcesSources describe organizational continuity, with Robomow's existing management team and Pardesiya, Israel headquarters retained after closingThe deal was framed as pairing two robotics operations, MTD's putting-green robot and Robomow's residential lineMTD's own materials describe marketing the existing Robomow portfolio under its Cub Cadet and WOLF-Garten brands, not a merged or renamed product lineBottom lineThe 2017 closing changed Robomow's corporate ownership and distribution backing; it did not alter the RS622 itself or announce a new RS-series roadmap.
Technical notes3 sections
- Transaction Timeline
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A subsidiary of MTD Products Inc announced a merger agreement with F. Robotics Acquisitions Ltd, Robomow’s parent company, in May 2017. The transaction closed on July 2, 2017, according to trade press coverage published later that month. F. Robotics Acquisitions, founded in 1995 and based in Pardesiya, Israel, designed and distributed Robomow’s complete line of robotic lawn mowers at the time of closing, which included the RS-series and the RS622.
- Distribution and Branding
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MTD’s own transaction materials described marketing the Robomow portfolio under MTD’s Cub Cadet and WOLF-Garten brands in relevant markets, alongside the existing Robomow brand name. Robomow’s management team and Pardesiya headquarters continued operating after closing, with support from MTD’s North American, European and Asia-Pacific divisions. MTD had previously described itself as an established maker of robotic mowers for golf course putting greens through its Cub Cadet RG3, making Robomow’s residential line an addition to that category rather than a replacement.
- What the Sources Did Not Document
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Neither the announcement nor the closing coverage described any divestiture of Robomow by MTD, nor any specific RS622 hardware, firmware or pricing change tied to the transaction itself.
- 2014
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Robomow adds smartphone app and Bluetooth control to RS-series mowers
Robomow's UK arm announced the Robomow App in March 2014, giving RS-series mowers Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity for scheduling, start commands and status checks from a smartphone.
Full assessment
AutonomyBoundary-wire autonomy unchangedReadinessRemote scheduling and monitoring addedScoreNot assessed at time of eventThe Bluetooth hardware shipped standard on 2014-model-year mowers, including the RS622, rather than as a retrofit kit. Owners should verify their unit's production year sticker before assuming app support.
Impact on autonomy
- Robomow App added Bluetooth scheduling and monitoring; boundary-wire mowing logic itself was unchanged.
- No new obstacle handling, slope limit or perimeter-wire capability was documented at launch.
Impact on readiness
- Robomow App let owners schedule and start mowing without walking to the mower.
- Initial app support required iPhone 4S or later, or Android 4.3 or later.
Claim check3 claims reviewed
Robomow UK framed the app launch as "Cut Your Lawn With Your Smartphone," suggesting full remote operationCoverage describes scheduling, start commands and status monitoring over Bluetooth Low Energy; a separate handheld remote control accessory, not the app, is documented for manual drivingThe app was promoted as free and available to Robomow owners generallyRobomow's own documentation limits Bluetooth pairing to mowers with 2014-model-year hardware onward, excluding earlier RS-series units and the RX12uThe launch positioned the app as compatible with "your smartphoneSupported devices at launch were limited to iPhone 4S and later, iPad 3 and later, iPod touch 5th generation, and Android 4.3 and laterBottom lineThe 2014 app added scheduling and monitoring over Bluetooth to RS-series mowers with the right hardware and phone; it did not change the RS622's boundary-wire mowing method.
Technical notes3 sections
- App and Hardware
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Robomow’s UK operation announced the Robomow App in a March 11, 2014 release, describing smartphone-based control communicating with the mower over Bluetooth Smart (Bluetooth Low Energy). The BLE radio shipped as standard hardware on Robomow mowers built from the 2014 model year onward, including the RS622, rather than as a retrofit for earlier units. Robomow’s own product documentation later confirmed the app works with all Robomow models produced since 2014, excluding the RX12u.
- Supported Devices
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At launch, the app ran on iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPad 3, iPad mini and iPod touch (5th generation), plus Android devices running version 4.3 or later. The pairing process required the mower’s Bluetooth hardware to be within range of the paired smartphone; it did not add cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity.
- What Did Not Change
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The RS622’s boundary-wire perimeter system, zone programming and mowing pattern were not altered by the app launch. The app added scheduling, start commands and status checks; a separate handheld remote control accessory remained the documented method for direct manual driving.