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Worx Landroid Vision launch repositions WR155 as wire-guided entry tier
Worx launched the Landroid Vision series, offering wire-free navigation via GPS and onboard camera, directly above the WR155 in the product lineup.
Full assessment4 claims · 3 technical notes · 2 sources
Where it standsAutonomy LadderIIIIIIIVVLevel IIAssisted AutonomyHuman ReadinessReady NowNew to MarketWaitKnown IssuesRobovations Score04055708566CapableWhat happenedThe Vision launch reframed the WR155 as a legacy entry-tier SKU rather than a current-generation product.
WatchingWhether Worx extends WR155 app and firmware support as engineering resources shift toward the Vision platform.
Bottom lineThe Vision launch clarified the WR155's position as a legacy wire-guided SKU; buyers considering the WR155 now weigh a lower entry price against an uncertain support horizon.
ImpactOn autonomy
- Wire-guided architecture now explicitly positioned below wire-free Vision tier
- No autonomy-level change; Level II classification unchanged by marketing shift
- AIA obstacle avoidance remains the ceiling; no new sensor capability added to WR155
On readiness
- Value proposition narrowed as Vision pricing entered the $1,000-$1,500 segment
- Retail price on WR155 declined following Vision introduction, consistent with clearance positioning
- Long-term app support timeline became a documented uncertainty for prospective buyers
Claim check4 maker claims checked against the record. Open one to read the finding.
Landroid L delivers autonomous mowing with smartphone control
Documented findingSmartphone control depends on Worx cloud service; local-only operation is not supported per product documentationAIA obstacle avoidance protects the yard
Documented findingAIA reduces but does not eliminate collisions; wire boundary maintenance remains required after each mowing season per owner reportsEntry-level accessible autonomous mowing
Documented findingSetup requires boundary-wire installation typically taking 1-3 hours; ongoing wire inspection adds maintenance burden not present in wire-free competitorsCompatible with Worx app ecosystem
Documented findingApp ecosystem continuity depends on Worx server infrastructure; the Vision launch signals a platform transition that raises questions about WR155 long-term support cadenceEvidence2 sources · 0 linked
12Nov 2023Jul 2024filed 15 Jul 2024
- 1Worx Product Announcement (Landroid Vision)15 Nov 2023named, not linked
- 2The Verge8 Jan 2024named, not linked
Technical notes3 sections
Platform Transition Context
Worx introduced the Landroid Vision series with wire-free navigation combining GPS positioning and onboard camera object detection. The Vision platform represents a distinct architecture from the WR155’s boundary-wire-plus-AIA design. No hardware changes were made to the WR155 at this time.
Pricing and Distribution
Retail pricing on the WR155 declined following the Vision launch, consistent with standard tiered pricing pressure when a newer generation enters the lineup. The WR155 MSRP had been listed at $799; post-Vision pricing at major retailers moved toward the $699 range documented on the product page.
App and Firmware Support
Worx has not publicly announced an end-of-life date for WR155 firmware or app support. The Landroid app nominally covers both product generations. However, Vision-specific features (camera feed, wire-free zone mapping) are not available on the WR155, and owner reports note that app update cadence for wire-guided models slowed relative to the prior period.
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Worx launches Landroid L WR155 with larger battery, Bluetooth, and LCD panel
Worx launched the Landroid L WR155 on July 14, 2021, at $1,399.99, expanding its wire-guided robotic mower line to half-acre lots.
Full assessment4 claims · 4 technical notes · 2 sources
Where it standsAutonomy LadderIIIIIIIVVLevel IIAssisted AutonomyHuman ReadinessReady NowNew to MarketWaitKnown IssuesRobovations Score04055708566CapableWhat happenedThe model added a 6.0Ah battery, Bluetooth setup, an LCD panel, and an app-based lawn-size calculator, while keeping the boundary-wire installation of earlier Landroid models. Later firmware changes to the AIA turning behavior have not been confirmed for this specific model.
Bottom lineThe WR155 launch added a larger battery, Bluetooth setup, and app-based lawn measurement to the existing wire-guided Landroid L platform, without changing its boundary-wire navigation.
ImpactOn autonomy
- AIA software plans mowing paths inside the boundary wire instead of random coverage patterns
- Auto Blade Height System lifts the cutting deck automatically when it meets an obstruction
- Navigation still depends on a physical boundary wire; no GPS or camera guidance was added
On readiness
- Bluetooth setup joins Wi-Fi, letting owners configure the mower without a nearby router
- App calculates lawn size automatically by walking the perimeter once during setup
- Hose-friendly undercarriage and a 6.0Ah battery replace the smaller pack used on the prior WR150
Claim check4 maker claims checked against the record. Open one to read the finding.
Worx describes the patented AIA (Artificial Intelligence Algorithm) as giving the WR155 "problem-solving capabilities" on slopes up to 20 degrees
Documented findingThis figure comes from the July 2021 launch materials as reported by IT Nerd and PRWeb; no independent slope-performance test accompanied the launchThe WR155 is marketed for "lots up to 1/2 acre"
Documented findingThis is the manufacturer's stated maximum coverage figure from the spec sheet distributed at launch, not a documented result on a specific lawnThe hose-friendly undercarriage is positioned as an easier-maintenance upgrade over the prior WR150
Documented findingPro Tool Reviews confirmed the feature as new to the WR155 in a side-by-side comparison with the WR150, without long-term durability dataBluetooth setup is marketed as a convenience upgrade
Documented findingIT Nerd and PRWeb both confirm Bluetooth as new for the 2021 Landroid generation, added alongside the existing Wi-Fi setup rather than replacing itEvidence2 sources · all linked
- 1PRWeb (Worx press release)14 Jul 2021
- 2The IT Nerd14 Jul 2021
Technical notes4 sections
Launch Details
Worx introduced the Landroid L WR155 on July 14, 2021, alongside the Landroid M (WR147) and Landroid S (WR165), priced at $1,399.99 for lots up to half an acre. The WR155 is powered by a 20V, 6.0Ah Power Share battery with a charging time of about 115 minutes.
Hardware Changes
Compared with the prior WR150, the WR155 added Bluetooth connectivity alongside Wi-Fi, an LCD control panel, a hose-friendly undercarriage, and a floating blade system that automatically adjusts cutting height when it meets an obstruction.
Navigation and Software
The WR155 installs with a boundary wire and stakes rather than GPS or camera-based guidance. Worx’s patented AIA (Artificial Intelligence Algorithm) plans mowing paths within that wire boundary. A new app feature calculates lawn size automatically after the owner walks the perimeter once during setup.
Model Family
The WR155 sits above the WR147 (Landroid M, quarter-acre) and WR165 (Landroid S, 1/8-acre) in the 2021 Landroid lineup, distinguished by its larger battery and coverage capacity rather than a different navigation method.