Bosch Indego S 500 or Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500: which should you choose?
Comparison of the two robot lawn mowers using our catalogue's scoring criteria, value by value. Scores are relative to all the models we have analysed.
Bosch Indego S 500
Main drawbackSlope capability poorly suits steep banks
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Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500
Main drawbackA large property needs repeated sessions with recharging
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Across all criteria, Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 scores higher (9 vs 7.7 out of 10).
- Priority: “Maximum area”Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 9.5 / 10 vs 7.4
- Priority: “Maximum slope”Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 9.4 / 10 vs 6.9
- Priority: “Cutting width”Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 9.4 / 10 vs 8
- Priority: “Runtime”Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 9.4 / 10 vs 8.1
- Priority: “Value for money”Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 8.4 / 10 vs 7.5
By criterion
| Criterion | Bosch Indego S 500 | Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 7.4 | 9.5 advantage |
| Maximum slope | 6.9 | 9.4 advantage |
| Cutting width | 8 | 9.4 advantage |
| Runtime | 8.1 | 9.4 advantage |
| Equipment | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Value for money | 7.5 | 8.4 advantage |
A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using them to pick a winner would imply a level of precision we cannot offer.
Side-by-side specs
| Specification | Bosch Indego S 500 | Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 500 m² | 3500 m² |
| Maximum slope | 27% | 80% |
| Cutting width | 19 cm | 40 cm |
| Runtime | 60 min | 150 min |
| Charging time | 1 h | Not provided |
| Noise level | 61 dB | Not provided |
| Navigation type | With perimeter wire | Wire-free |
| Scheduling | Weekly schedule | Via app |
Figures published by manufacturers and retailers, compiled in our reviews. “Not provided” means the figure could not be verified.
Which is right for you?
Bosch Indego S 500
Leads on 0 criterion of 6 compared
- Navigation type: With perimeter wire
Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500
Leads on 5 criteria of 6 compared
- Maximum slope: 9.4/10 vs 6.9/10 (80% vs 27%)
- Maximum area: 9.5/10 vs 7.4/10 (3500 m² vs 500 m²)
- Cutting width: 9.4/10 vs 8/10 (40 cm vs 19 cm)
- Runtime: 9.4/10 vs 8.1/10 (150 min vs 60 min)
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →
Frequently asked questions
Which is rated higher, Bosch Indego S 500 or Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500?
Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 scores 9/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Bosch Indego S 500, using the same scoring criteria.
Which should you choose for sloping ground?
Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 wins on “Maximum slope”: 9.4/10 compared with 6.9/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. Recorded values: 80% versus 27%.
Which should you choose for a large area?
Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 wins on “Maximum area”: 9.5/10 compared with 7.4/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. Recorded values: 3500 m² versus 500 m².
Which wins on “Cutting width”?
Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 wins on “Cutting width”: 9.4/10 compared with 8/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. Recorded values: 40 cm versus 19 cm.
Which wins on “Runtime”?
Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500 wins on “Runtime”: 9.4/10 compared with 8.1/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. Recorded values: 150 min versus 60 min.
What's the difference in navigation type between the two?
Bosch Indego S 500: With perimeter wire. Dreame A3 AWD Pro 3500: Wire-free.