ZDNET's key takeaways The Eufy E15 Robot Mower for yards up to 0.2 acres is normally $2,300, while the Eufy E18 covers up to 0.3 acres and costs $2,600, though both are currently on sale
This robot mower uses visual recognition, AI algorithms, and 3D sensors to distinguish the boundaries of a lawn and avoid obstacles in real time
While it's good for smaller yards, I'd recommend it for fenced-in, flat yards, as it can get stuck on uneven terrain. $1,499.99 at Amazon
The Eufy E15 is currently 39% off, available for $1,400, while the E18 model is $1,600.
Mowing the grass can be a bitter pill for many who may enjoy a manicured lawn but not necessarily the process leading up to it. I typically enjoy the time and exercise I get while mowing my lawn, but after switching to a robot mower last year, I can honestly say it's been months since I've used a traditional mower.
And just like there are different types of yards, there are different types of robot mowers to care for them. Mowers typically need a boundary wire along the perimeter of the grass to stay within an area, while others come with an RTK antenna for satellite navigation.
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However, I've been testing the Eufy E15 Robot Mower, which requires neither of these features, and I've been pretty impressed with the technology powering it.
No boundary wire
I first saw the Eufy E15 at CES in January, and as a fan of the brand for security and robot vacuums, I was already looking forward to testing it.
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