UK lawns are damp for much of the mowing season, and that is where a lot of mowers struggle. This is what independent reviewers found:
- Tom's Guide found the eufy E15 slipped on damp grass.
- netzwelt found the ECOVACS GOAT O800 slips on wet slopes.
- TechRadar found the LUBA 3 AWD's front wheels can scuff thin grass in shady spots.
What helps
- All-wheel drive spreads grip across more wheels on wet slopes. Look for AWD in the comparison table.
- A rain sensor or rain schedule sends the mower home before the lawn turns to mud. LUBA 3 and Worx Vision Cloud have rain sensors; Navimow uses weather forecasts; eufy returns to base in rain.
- Lower weight means fewer ruts. Weights range from about 10 kg to nearly 29 kg.
- Vary the route. Most apps let you change the mowing angle so the mower does not wear the same tracks.
On heavy clay, set a rule to skip mowing for a day after heavy rain, whatever the sensor says.
Ready to choose?
Not sure which fits? Answer a few questions about your lawn or see the best-for lists.