Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO or Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m²: 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.
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO
Main drawbackMaximum coverage restricts its fit for larger properties
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Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m²
Main drawbackMaximum slope limits its suitability to gentle terrain
Read the full analysis →Our verdict based on your priority
- Priority: “Maximum area”Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO 9.2 / 10 vs 8
- Priority: “Maximum slope”Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO 9.1 / 10 vs 6.6
- Priority: “Cutting width”Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO 9.1 / 10 vs 6.7
- Priority: “Equipment”Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO 9.1 / 10 vs 7
- Priority: “Value for money”Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO 8.7 / 10 vs 6.9
By criterion
| Criterion | Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO | Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m² |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 9.2 advantage | 8 |
| Maximum slope | 9.1 advantage | 6.6 |
| Cutting width | 9.1 advantage | 6.7 |
| Equipment | 9.1 advantage | 7 |
| Value for money | 8.7 advantage | 6.9 |
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 | Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO | Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m² |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 1600 m² | 600 m² |
| Maximum slope | 50% | 25% |
| Cutting width | 33 cm | 16 cm |
| Runtime | Not provided | 40 min |
| Charging time | Not provided | Not specified |
| Noise level | 62 dB | Not provided |
| Navigation type | Wire-free | Wire-free |
| Connectivity | Mobile app | Mobile app |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | No |
| Scheduling | Via app | Via app |
| Connectivity and scheduling | Via mobile app | Via the Gardena mobile 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?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO
Leads on 5 criteria of 5 compared
- Maximum slope: 9.1/10 vs 6.6/10 (50% vs 25%)
- Cutting width: 9.1/10 vs 6.7/10 (33 cm vs 16 cm)
- Equipment: 9.1/10 vs 7/10
- Value for money: 8.7/10 vs 6.9/10
Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m²
Leads on 0 criterion of 5 compared
- No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
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, Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO or Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m²?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO scores 9/10, compared with 7/10 for Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m², using the same scoring criteria.
Which should you choose for sloping ground?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO wins on “Maximum slope”: 9.1/10 compared with 6.6/10 for Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m². Recorded values: 50% versus 25%.
Which wins on “Cutting width”?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO wins on “Cutting width”: 9.1/10 compared with 6.7/10 for Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m². Recorded values: 33 cm versus 16 cm.
Which wins on “Equipment”?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO wins on “Equipment”: 9.1/10 compared with 7/10 for Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m².
Which should you choose for a large area?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO wins on “Maximum area”: 9.2/10 compared with 8/10 for Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m². Recorded values: 1600 m² versus 600 m².
Which offers better value for money?
Ecovacs GOAT A1600 LiDAR PRO scores 8.7/10 for “Value for money”, compared with 6.9/10 for Gardena smart SILENO sense 600 m². This score compares each model's recorded price with the expected price for a model of the same standard, type and capacity range.