Gardena Sileno Life Review
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Gardena Sileno Life 750 Specifications
Main Features
Warranty: 2 years
Lawn Size: Up to 750mº
Maximum Slope: 16º
Mobile App: Yes
Voice Control: No
Wifi Connected: No
Auto-Charging: Yes
Auto-Scheduling: Yes
Cutting
Cutting Range: 2-5cm
Cutting Width: 22cm
Cutting System: 3 pivoting cutting blades
Battery
Mowing Time: 60 mins
Charging Time: 65 mins
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion
Battery Voltage: 18V
Battery Capacity: 2.0Ah
Noise
Noise Output: 57db
Safety
Life Sensor: Yes
Tilt Sensor: Yes
Emergency Stop: Yes
Security
Pin Code: Yes
Alarm: Yes
Gps Tracking: No
Dimensions
Size: 580x390x230mm
Weight: 8.3kg
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Gardena Sileno Life 750 Pricing
The Life 750 will set you back around AU$1450-$1600, depending on where you decide to buy it from. This is very reasonable when considering the overall quality of this robotic lawnmower. If you're looking to get good value for money, the Sileno Life range is definitely a good choice for you.
Gardena Sileno Life Performance
As you can see, the Sileno Life 750 has some very attractive features, but how well do they all come together when tested in the real world? Let's take a look!
Sileno Life 750: Cutting Power
While the Life 750 ticks many boxes, it's not the most powerful robotic mower on the market. It seems to struggle a bit when tested on thicker species of grass like Buffalo and St. Augustine. However, if your grass is thin-moderate in thickness, the Sileno Life will have no issues getting through it.
Sileno Life 750: Mow-to-charge Ratio
The Sileno Life has decent battery life. On average, you'll be getting around 60 minutes per charge which will take around 65 minutes. Not the best ratio when compared to other models but it's still a decent time.
Sileno Life 750: Water-Proof Design
One of the great features of the Gardena Sileno Life 750 is its water-proof design. This waterproofed outer shell allows this particular model to continue mowing in the rain.
Another area where this design comes in handy is that it allows you to use a hose when cleaning the mower. This makes life much easier and will only take a minute or two.
Does the Gardena Sileno Life Work on Rough Terrain?
As mentioned earlier, the Gardena Sileno Life isn't the best performer on larger slopes and uneven terrain. This particular model would be best for lawns that are relatively flat and without many obstacles or mounds.
See the Sileno Life in action!
Gardena Sileno Life Vs Husqvarna Automower 115H
As far as features and specifications go, we can all agree that the Sileno Life range is a close competitor with the Husqvarna Automower 115H. For this comparison, we'll be using the Sileno Life 1250 to help level the playing field.
Gardena Sileno Life Vs Husqvarna Automower 115H: Features
Feature-wise, both of these models are almost identical, hence the rivalry. Let's take a closer look at these two models to find where they differ.
The Sileno Life and the Automower 115H can tackle lawns of around 16-17º, not much difference there.
When comparing maximum mowing area, the Automower 115H is capable of mowing up to 1600m² while the Gardena Life can reach up to 1250mº.
Gardena Sileno Life Vs Husqvarna Automower 115H: Battery Capacity
As far as battery life goes, the Automower's battery will last for 75 mins of total mowing time and need to recharge for around 90 minutes. In comparison, the Gardena Life will usually last for 60 minutes and require 65 minutes to recharge.
As you can see, the Automower 115H's battery will last slightly longer and require an extra 25 minutes to reach full charge.
Gardena Sileno Life Vs Husqvarna Automower 115H: Safety
When it comes to safety, all robotic mower companies take things very seriously, and it's no different with these two models. Both mowers are equipped with numerous safety features, including emergency stop buttons, tilt sensors, bump sensors and lift sensors with an instant-stopping blade activated as soon as any of the sensors are triggered.!
Gardena Sileno Life Vs Husqvarna Automower 115H: Noise
Both of these robotic mowers sit at around 57-59db, which is fairly quiet compared to the rest of the market.
Gardena Sileno Life Vs Husqvarna Automower 115H: Pricing
The Husqvarna Automower 115H retails at around AU$2100. The Gardena Sileno Life 1250 is reasonably cheaper at around AU$1700, which is a great price for a robotic mower with its features.
Should You Buy the Gardena Sileno Life?
If you've been wanting to get into the robotic lawnmower market but aren't sure which model is the right fit for you, you aren't alone... choosing the right robot mower can be extremely tough, especially when they've all got different specifications and features with pretty big price tags.
But don't worry, we're here to help you out!
Buy It If...
You have small-medium sized lawn without too many obstacles
The Sileno Life will perform at its peak on a small/averaged sized lawn with relatively smooth terrain.
You want a good quality and affordable robot mower
IThe Gardena Life range is the perfect mixture of quality and affordability, perfect for someone looking to buy their first robotic lawnmower.
You live in an area with a lot of rain
You can use the Life's waterproof design to your advantage if you live in an area that gets a fair bit of rain. It'll keep mowing rain, hail or shine!
Don't Buy If...
Your lawn has a lot of steep slopes
This particular model isn't the most powerful and can struggle while mowing on steeper slopes and hills.
You have a large lawn
Even though the Sileno Life ranges from 750m²-1250m², it will perform much better on smaller lawns due to its relatively short battery life.
You don't want to maintain your robot mower
Although the Sileno Life will work autonomously, It's still very important to maintain your robotic lawnmower to ensure its longevity and performance. You'll need to clean your mower regularly and do some maintenance from time to time.
Where to Buy the Gardena Sileno Life
Gardena Sileno Life Garage
$179
Maintaining Your Gardena Sileno Life
You'd be amazed at how much a regular quick clean and mower blade replacement can affect the performance of your robotic mower... Here are a few tips on keeping your Gardena Sileno at its peak!
*Remember, ALWAYS turn your robot mower off and remove the battery prior to conducting any cleaning and maintenance*
Keep Your Robot Mower Clean
This is the easiest way to increase the lifespan of your mower and improve the overall outcome of your lawn. A few things to do when cleaning your robot lawnmower are:
- Clean any dirt off around the control panel
- Make sure the emergency stop button is free of any build-up
- Hose your wheels off and make sure they aren't clogged
- Hose underneath the deck to clean any residue and grass buildup
- Carefully wipe off the mower blades
Here's a quick video on how to clean your Sileno Life properly...
Replace Mower Blades Regularly
Most manufacturers will recommend changing your lawnmower's blades every 6-12 weeks depending on how frequently it mows.
By regularly replacing your robot mower blades you'll notice a cleaner cut on your lawn and your mower will also love you as it's not having to work as hard which puts less strain on the motor.
Our Thoughts on the Gardena Sileno Life
Overall, we're very impressed with the Gardena Sileno Life range. Equipped with all the standard features of most robotic mowers while also having a waterproof design, the Life range is a great choice for anyone looking to buy their first robot lawnmower, especially with one of the lowest price tags in the market.
We hope you found this article helpful, and Happy Mowing!
