Few things ruin a weekend morning faster than the sound of a lawn mower firing up next door. But noise is just one of many pain points tied to yard work, along with time commitment, ongoing maintenance and physical effort that make even routine lawn care feel intrusive. As homeowners and property managers seek quieter, more hands-off solutions, robotic mowers are becoming an increasingly practical alternative, rather than a novel concept.
Navimow is positioning itself squarely in the midst of this shift. At CES 2026, they showcased robotic mowers that aim to make lawn care chores a thing of the past, featuring smarter navigation and advanced handling, so your grass gets tended to without even needing to think about it. The X390 was also picked as CNET Editor's Choice for best robotic lawn mower.
This week, the company unveiled five new robotic mowers at the convention, covering a range from small residential yards to large commercial spaces, including golf courses and schools. Across the lineup, the focus is clear: easy setup and gentle handling of the grass, even on steep slopes, tight corners or uneven terrain.
Moving closer to "drop-and-mow" setup
For years, robotic lawn mowers have promised automation but delivered complexity. Many earlier systems required homeowners to install boundary wires or external antennas, making setup a labor-intensive project.
Navimow says its 2026 lineup moves closer to an actual "drop-and-mow" experience. The new models rely on a multi-modal mapping system that combines network RTK, solid-state LiDAR and real-scene mapping to automatically map yards without perimeter wires or a dedicated RTK antenna. Setup is handled through the Navimow app, with the mower learning the layout of the lawn on its own.
"At Navimow, innovation isn't just about adding new features; it's about simplifying life through technology that works seamlessly in the background," said George Ren, CEO of Navimow, in the company's CES announcement. "By combining intelligent automation with our latest advancements in navigation and control, we're turning lawn care into something people no longer have to think about."
The i2 AWD, i2 LiDAR and H2 Series use high-precision LiDAR to map your yard in detail so you can see and adjust mowing zones right from your phone, at any time.
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