Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G vs Gardena SILENO minimo
Quick take: The Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G costs $229 less; the Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G is rated for a larger lawn (17,424 sq ft); the Gardena SILENO minimo is rated for steeper ground (35%); the Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G cuts taller (up to 3.6"), which matters for fescue and warm-season grasses; the Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G has built-in cellular for GPS tracking and away-from-home control.
| Spec | Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G | Gardena SILENO minimo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$299 | ~$528 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Navigation | Boundary Wire | Boundary Wire |
| Max Lawn Size | 17,424 sq ft (17,424 sq ft) | 2,700 sq ft (2,700 sq ft) |
| Max Slope | 30% (17°) | 35% (19°) |
| Cutting Width | 8.7" | 6.2" |
| Cut Height | 2"–3.6" | 0.8"–1.8" |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Runtime | 60 min | 65 min |
| Charge Time | 60 min | 75 min |
| Noise | 58 dB | 57 dB |
| Weight | 20.7 lb | 13.2 lb |
| Obstacle Detection | Bumper collision sensor plus lift and tilt sensors only; no ultrasonic or camera, so toys, sticks and hoses must be cleared before mowing | Bumper collision sensors plus lift and tilt stops; no camera or ultrasonic. |
| Edge Cutting | No | No |
| Rain Sensor | No | No |
| Cellular | Yes | No |
| Anti-Theft | PIN code and lift alarm; no GPS tracking | PIN code; no lift alarm (that is reserved for the SILENO Life) |
| Warranty | 2-year limited | 2-year limited |
Pros & cons
Husqvarna Automower 115H 4G
- ✓Cheapest way into the Husqvarna dealer and parts ecosystem, often $300 versus a $700 list price
- ✓High 2 to 3.6 inch cut range suits fescue and bluegrass lawns that budget robots scalp
- ✓Very quiet at 58 dB; owners say it does not disturb neighbors or sleeping dogs
- ✓4G app control from anywhere with no subscription, unlike the Bluetooth-only 115H
- ✓Light 21-pound body is easy to carry back when it does get stuck
- ✗Boundary and guide wire install takes a weekend and owners say the wire eventually breaks
- ✗Random bounce pattern with no GPS assist leaves visible misses on larger lawns
- ✗Manual cut-height dial and no GPS theft tracking
- ✗Multiple owners report it stopping short of the dock and needing a push
- ✗Bumper-only obstacle sensing; nothing stops it from hitting toys or hoses
Gardena SILENO minimo
- ✓57 dB is quieter than almost anything else on the market
- ✓Cheapest name-brand robot mower with a guide wire
- ✓CorridorCut and SensorControl handle narrow, oddly shaped lots well
- ✓Light enough (13 lb) to carry to a second patch
- ✗1.8 in maximum cut height is too low for cool-season grass
- ✗Bluetooth-only app with no remote control or alerts
- ✗No rain sensor, no edge mode, bumper-only obstacle handling
- ✗Appears to be closeout stock as Gardena moves the US line to the SILENO flex
- ✗No lift alarm, PIN only