Our verdict
The bottom line
The Husqvarna sweet-spot for 2024. Smaller and cheaper than the 430X NERA, EPOS-enabled (unlike the 305), and right for 1000–1500m² gardens. Likely to be the best-selling robot of the year.
Pros & cons
Pros
- EPOS satellite — no boundary wire
- Husqvarna reliability and dealer network
- Right-sized for typical UK suburban lawns
- GPS theft tracking
Cons
- EPOS reference station extra cost
- Setup is not DIY-friendly
- 22cm cut means slow on biggest lawns
Full specs
| Type | Robotic |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 22 cm |
| Engine / Power | Husqvarna brushless w/ EPOS |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Deck | Composite |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | — |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 58 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£900–1500 used (still rare). EPOS reference station is mandatory and must be included. Confirm satellite lock at the buyer’s property before payment. Husqvarna serial-number warranty checks confirm transferability.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.
