Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 or Mova ViAX 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.
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500
Main drawbackMaximum coverage may exclude larger properties
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Mova ViAX 500
Main drawbackMaximum coverage confines it to modestly sized yards
Read the full analysis →Our verdict based on your priority
- Priority: “Maximum area”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9 / 10 vs 8
- Priority: “Maximum slope”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.4 / 10 vs 8.1
- Priority: “Cutting width”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.4 / 10 vs 8.4
- Priority: “Equipment”Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 9.3 / 10 vs 8.1
By criterion
| Criterion | Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 | Mova ViAX 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 9 advantage | 8 |
| Maximum slope | 9.4 advantage | 8.1 |
| Cutting width | 9.4 advantage | 8.4 |
| Equipment | 9.3 advantage | 8.1 |
| Value for money | 8.3 | 8.2 |
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 | Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 | Mova ViAX 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum area | 1500 m² | 600 m² |
| Maximum slope | 80% | 40% |
| Cutting width | 40 cm | 20 cm |
| Runtime | 113 min | Not provided |
| Charging time | 1,33 h | Not provided |
| Noise level | 64 dB | Not provided |
| Navigation type | Camera vision, Wire-free, RTK GPS | Wire-free |
| Connectivity | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Scheduling | Via app | 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?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500
Leads on 4 criteria of 5 compared
- Maximum slope: 9.4/10 vs 8.1/10 (80% vs 40%)
- Equipment: 9.3/10 vs 8.1/10
- Maximum area: 9/10 vs 8/10 (1500 m² vs 600 m²)
- Cutting width: 9.4/10 vs 8.4/10 (40 cm vs 20 cm)
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, Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 or Mova ViAX 500?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 scores 9.1/10, compared with 8.2/10 for Mova ViAX 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 8.1/10 for Mova ViAX 500. Recorded values: 80% versus 40%.
Which wins on “Equipment”?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 wins on “Equipment”: 9.3/10 compared with 8.1/10 for Mova ViAX 500.
Which should you choose for a large area?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 wins on “Maximum area”: 9/10 compared with 8/10 for Mova ViAX 500. Recorded values: 1500 m² versus 600 m².
Which wins on “Cutting width”?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500 wins on “Cutting width”: 9.4/10 compared with 8.4/10 for Mova ViAX 500. Recorded values: 40 cm versus 20 cm.
What's the difference in navigation type between the two?
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 1500: Camera vision, Wire-free, RTK GPS. Mova ViAX 500: Wire-free.