RTK + vision robot mowers
RTK + vision mowers correct satellite positioning to centimetre level and add cameras for mapping, obstacle avoidance and spots where the satellite signal is weak.
- Models
- 33
- Brands
- 13
- Lawn area
- up to 25,000 m²
- Max slope
- 30–100%
- Price
- ≈€687 – €3,918
- Accuracy
- Centimetre-level in open areas, vision assists in weak-signal zones
Brands: ANTHBOT, Roborock, Navimow, Sunseeker, WORX, Greenworks, ECOVACS, Kress, Airseekers, eufy, EGO, Lymow, Yarbo · filter in catalog →
About the RTK + vision
RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) corrects GNSS satellite positioning with data from a nearby reference antenna or a network service, bringing accuracy down to a few centimetres.
Cameras add visual positioning (VSLAM) and obstacle recognition, filling the gaps where satellite reception is poor. This combination is currently the most common wire-free setup.
RTK + vision is now the mainstream design for wire-free mowers: satellites handle positioning on the open lawn, while one or more cameras provide visual odometry (VSLAM) and AI obstacle recognition. When the RTK fix drops under a tree, the mower keeps tracking its movement from what it sees until the signal returns.
The cameras also make mowing safer and neater: they detect pets, toys, hoses and garden furniture, recognise lawn edges for cleaner borders, and in some models identify bare patches or long grass.
It is the best all-round choice for typical suburban gardens with a mix of open lawn and some trees. Mammotion LUBA 2/3, Segway Navimow, Sunseeker X Gen 2, Roborock RockMow X115H/X130H, WORX Landroid Vision Cloud and Kress EyePilot all use variants of this approach.
RTK + vision: how it works
- Setup
- Map the lawn in the app by driving the edge; reference antenna or network RTK.
- Accuracy
- Centimetre-level in open areas, vision assists in weak-signal zones
- Best for
- Most open and semi-open gardens
- App & software
- App mapping, multi-zone, no-go areas, OTA updates
Strengths and drawbacks
Strengths
- + No boundary wire
- + Neat, systematic mowing lines
- + Camera-based obstacle avoidance
Drawbacks
- – Accuracy can drop under dense trees
- – Antenna placement matters when not using network RTK
All RTK + vision mowers, by price
Prices are manufacturer RRPs in the brand’s currency; ≈ figures use approximate exchange rates.
RTK + vision: FAQ
What is network RTK?
Instead of placing your own reference antenna in the garden, the mower receives correction data from a network of stations over the internet.
Can an RTK + vision mower work at night?
Positioning by RTK works in the dark, but camera-based obstacle detection is limited at night unless the mower has headlights or infrared. Many owners mow during the day to protect wildlife.
Do the cameras record my garden?
Mowers process images on board for navigation; some apps offer live view or anti-theft cameras. Check the brand's privacy settings and turn off features you do not need.
Which robot mowers use RTK + vision?
33 models in our catalog from 13 brands: ANTHBOT, Roborock, Navimow, Sunseeker, WORX, Greenworks, ECOVACS, Kress, Airseekers, eufy, EGO, Lymow, Yarbo.
What is the cheapest robot mower with RTK + vision?
The ANTHBOT Genie 600 at $799 (≈€687).
Which RTK + vision mower covers the largest lawn?
The Yarbo Lawn Mower (Core + M1 Pro), rated for up to 25,000 m².
How steep a slope can RTK + vision mowers handle?
From 30% to 100%, depending on the model.