Bosch Indego S 500 or Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500: 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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Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500
Main drawbackMaximum coverage may exclude larger properties
Read the full analysis →Our verdict based on your priority
Across all criteria, Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 scores higher (9.1 vs 7.7 out of 10).
- Priority: “Maximum area”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9 / 10 vs 7.4
- Priority: “Maximum slope”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.4 / 10 vs 6.9
- Priority: “Cutting width”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.4 / 10 vs 8
- Priority: “Runtime”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.1 / 10 vs 8.1
- Priority: “Equipment”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.3 / 10 vs 8.1
- Priority: “Value for money”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 8.3 / 10 vs 7.5
By criterion
| Criterion | Bosch Indego S 500 | Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 7.4 | 9 advantage |
| Maximum slope | 6.9 | 9.4 advantage |
| Cutting width | 8 | 9.4 advantage |
| Runtime | 8.1 | 9.1 advantage |
| Equipment | 8.1 | 9.3 advantage |
| Value for money | 7.5 | 8.3 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 | Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 500 m² | 1500 m² |
| Maximum slope | 27% | 80% |
| Cutting width | 19 cm | 40 cm |
| Runtime | 60 min | 113 min |
| Charging time | 1 h | 1,33 h |
| Noise level | 61 dB | 64 dB |
| Navigation type | With perimeter wire | Camera vision, Wire-free, RTK GPS |
| Number of zones managed | 3 | 4 and more |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | Yes |
| 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
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500
Leads on 6 criteria of 6 compared
- Maximum slope: 9.4/10 vs 6.9/10 (80% vs 27%)
- Maximum area: 9/10 vs 7.4/10 (1500 m² vs 500 m²)
- Cutting width: 9.4/10 vs 8/10 (40 cm vs 19 cm)
- Equipment: 9.3/10 vs 8.1/10
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 Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 scores 9.1/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Bosch Indego S 500, using the same scoring criteria.
Which should you choose for sloping ground?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 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?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 wins on “Maximum area”: 9/10 compared with 7.4/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. Recorded values: 1500 m² versus 500 m².
Which wins on “Cutting width”?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 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 “Equipment”?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 wins on “Equipment”: 9.3/10 compared with 8.1/10 for Bosch Indego S 500.
Which wins on “Runtime”?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 wins on “Runtime”: 9.1/10 compared with 8.1/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. Recorded values: 113 min versus 60 min.