With the Luba mini AWD LiDAR, Mammotion is launching a new model in its successful robotic mower series – with a decisive technological difference: instead of satellite-based RTK navigation, the device relies on precise LiDAR technology. Mammotion thus promises even more efficient, flexible and precise lawn care – without the need for boundary wires or paid services.
- Navigation via 144-beam LiDAR, no RTK antenna or cable required
- Centimeter-precise orientation thanks to up to 200,000 points per second
- All-wheel drive (AWD) for inclines of up to 80 percent
- Sales start on June 30, 2025, no iNavi subscription required
- Advanced navigation with LiDAR instead of RTK
The switch from RTK to LiDAR represents a remarkable step in the further development of autonomous robotic lawnmowers. While RTK (Real Time Kinematic) navigation enables high accuracy, it requires additional antennas, a clear view of the sky and – for many manufacturers – a subscription to cloud-based services such as iNavi. The new Luba mini AWD LiDAR, on the other hand, does not require any of these prerequisites. Instead, it scans its surroundings using a 144-beam LiDAR sensor that can capture up to 200,000 measuring points per second. This allows the robot to detect its position with centimeter precision – completely autonomously.
The LiDAR system also enables intelligent obstacle detection in real time. Thanks to the continuous laser scan, the Luba mini registers potential collisions at an early stage and can adjust its route accordingly. However, stable navigation requires fixed structures in the garden, such as trees, walls or fences, which the robot can use for orientation. In open areas without visual reference points, the system reaches its limits, which should be taken into account during planning.
Compact design meets powerful drive technology
The Luba mini AWD LiDAR is technically based on the already familiar Luba mini AWD, adopting its robust design and all-wheel drive – and above all improving its navigation intelligence. The combination of a compact format and four driven wheels allows an impressive climbing ability of up to 80 percent. This is a real plus, especially for gardens with slopes, terraces or uneven terrain.
As usual with Mammotion, the device does not require a boundary wire. Even if this is no longer a unique selling point – many high-end robotic lawnmowers now offer virtual zones – it remains a major convenience advantage in practice. Particularly interesting: In contrast to the previous mini models, the new LiDAR robot is independent of the iNavi system and therefore incurs no recurring costs.
Mammotion has not yet published technical details such as the cutting width, battery life or charging times. This information is expected to follow with the official sales launch. However, it can be assumed that the new robotic lawnmower will be based on its direct predecessor, the Luba mini AWD, in terms of performance.
Conclusion
The Luba mini AWD LiDAR marks a further evolutionary step in the world of robotic mowers. With precise LiDAR navigation, powerful all-wheel drive and wireless operational readiness, Mammotion is launching a model that is particularly suitable for complex gardens and tech-savvy users. The sales launch is scheduled for June 30, 2025, as the manufacturer’s Facebook post reveals. More information will follow at that time.
