MAMMOTION YUKA mini 800 The Mammotion Yuka Mini 800 functions reliably, runs silently, and gets the job done all on its own.
I had fairly low expectations going into reviewing the Mammotion Yuka Mini 800, mainly because my understanding of robot grass mowers was outdated. The last time I had checked, they were all too expensive for me to seriously consider getting one for my suburban backyard. I also thought that these machines required guide wires to define the areas you want mowed, something I couldn’t be bothered with. Finally, after some poor experiences with needy robot vacuum cleaners, I was skeptical about the navigational abilities of robot mowers.
I am happy to report that the Mammotion Yuka Mini 800 proved my preconceptions wrong across the board.
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Accessible, automated lawn care The Yuka Mini 800 costs €1099, which is not exactly cheap, but it’s definitely in the realm of accessibility for many homeowners. Considering how much tedious labor can be outsourced to this unassuming little bot, I would even venture to call buying one a sound investment.
The “800” part in its name means that this Yuka Mini version is designed for yards of up to 800 square meters (8,600 square feet). If your lawn is smaller, you can opt for the Yuka Mini 600 version instead, which costs €899. The two versions are largely the same, with the main difference being battery life.
With features like satellite- and vision-based positioning for wire-free navigation, a removable battery, and cellular connectivity, the Yuka Mini 800 punches above its weight for its price tag. Other robot mowers with similar features can cost more than double, though some competitors offer advanced features like all-wheel drive and more powerful motors.
With features like satellite- and vision-based positioning for wire-free navigation, a removable battery, and cellular connectivity, the Yuka Mini 800 punches above its weight for its price tag.
Installation is very easy. The most challenging part for me was finding the best location for the charging station and the RTK station, which connects to satellites to pinpoint the location of the robot mower down to the centimeter. Mammotion recommends mounting the RTK station away from buildings or large trees that could obstruct the view to the satellites. I mounted it on my deck railing. Alternatively, you can place it on a pole that you can stick in the ground on your lawn. The box contains all the kit you will need for this and the whole process shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes.
Beyond that, assembly is minimal and, after the initial connection steps, your new robot mower is good to go.
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