Bosch Indego XS 300 or Bosch Indego S 500: 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 XS 300
Main drawbackShort nominal runtime brings frequent returns to the base
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Bosch Indego S 500
Main drawbackSlope capability poorly suits steep banks
Read the full analysis →Our verdict based on your priority
- Priority: “Maximum area”Bosch Indego S 500 7.4 / 10 vs 6.9
- Priority: “Runtime”Bosch Indego S 500 8.1 / 10 vs 7
- Priority: “Value for money”Bosch Indego XS 300 8.4 / 10 vs 7.5
By criterion
| Criterion | Bosch Indego XS 300 | Bosch Indego S 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 6.9 | 7.4 advantage |
| Maximum slope | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| Cutting width | 8 | 8 |
| Runtime | 7 | 8.1 advantage |
| Equipment | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Value for money | 8.4 advantage | 7.5 |
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 XS 300 | Bosch Indego S 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 300 m² | 500 m² |
| Maximum slope | 27% | 27% |
| Cutting width | 19 cm | 19 cm |
| Runtime | 45 min | 60 min |
| Charging time | 0,75 h | 1 h |
| Noise level | 63 dB | 61 dB |
| Navigation type | With perimeter wire | With perimeter wire |
| Number of zones managed | 3 | 3 |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Mulching | Yes | Yes |
| Protection rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Scheduling | Weekly schedule | Weekly schedule |
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 XS 300
Leads on 1 criterion of 6 compared
- Value for money: 8.4/10 vs 7.5/10
Bosch Indego S 500
Leads on 2 criteria of 6 compared
- Runtime: 8.1/10 vs 7/10 (60 min vs 45 min)
- Maximum area: 7.4/10 vs 6.9/10 (500 m² vs 300 m²)
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 XS 300 or Bosch Indego S 500?
They're neck and neck: 7.6/10 for Bosch Indego XS 300, 7.7/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage.
Which wins on “Runtime”?
Bosch Indego S 500 wins on “Runtime”: 8.1/10 compared with 7/10 for Bosch Indego XS 300. Recorded values: 60 min versus 45 min.
Which should you choose for a large area?
Bosch Indego S 500 wins on “Maximum area”: 7.4/10 compared with 6.9/10 for Bosch Indego XS 300. Recorded values: 500 m² versus 300 m².
Which offers better value for money?
Bosch Indego XS 300 scores 8.4/10 for “Value for money”, compared with 7.5/10 for Bosch Indego S 500. This score compares each model's recorded price with the expected price for a model of the same standard, type and capacity range.