Husqvarna Automower 115H Review (2021)
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Husqvarna Automower 115H Pricing
The Automower 115H will set you back around AU$2100-AU$2300, depending on where you buy it from. While this is quite the hefty price tag for its category, you need to consider that the 115H is going to last a very long time. Like all Husqvarna tools, the Automower is built tough and built to last.
Husqvarna Automower 115H Specifications
Main Features
Warranty: 2 years
Lawn Size: Up to 1600mº
Maximum Slope: 17º
Mobile App: Yes
Voice Control: No
Wifi Connected: No
Auto-Charging: Yes
Auto-Scheduling: Yes
Cutting
Cutting Range: 5-9cm
Cutting Width: 21cm
Cutting System: 3 pivoting cutting blades
Battery
Mowing Time: 60 mins
Charging Time: 60 mins
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion
Battery Voltage: 18V
Battery Capacity: 2.1Ah
Noise
Noise Output: 59db
Safety
Life Sensor: Yes
Tilt Sensor: Yes
Emergency Stop: Yes
Security
Pin Code: Yes
Alarm: Yes
Shut Off: No
Dimensions
Size: 590x454x275mm
Weight: 9.1kg
Lawnbot Rating
Husqvarna Automower 115H Performance
So we know the Automower 115H has some great features on paper, but how well do they all come together in the real world? Let's take a look!
Husqvarna Automower 115H Cutting
The 115H cuts easily with its powerful Husqvarna electric motor, leaving a beautiful clean finish to your beloved lawn. This model allows you to cut up to a height of 9cm. This really comes in handy while in Australia where the most common grass type is Buffalo, a thick and tough species of grass that would need to be left a little longer than other species.
The Husqvarna doesn't mow to edge as well as the Worx WR140E but it still get's within 10cms of the boundary line. It's best to have a trimmer handy to clean the edges up from time to time.
Mow-to-charge Ratio
As long as you give your Automower enough mowing time, you can expect a nice and freshly cut lawn that you can be proud of. On average, the Husqvarna 115H will take around 14 hours to cut 1600m² of grass. This robotic mower has a 1:1 mow-to-charge ratio which is respectable when you look at its cutting power.
Water-Proof Design
The Husqvarna 115H has a water-proof outer shell which enables the mower to continue operating in the rain.
This also come in handy while cleaning your robotic mower, most other mowers aren't waterproof which can make cleaning a bit of a chore.
In the video at the bottom of this article you can see how to use the Automowers waterproof design to your advantage when it comes to general maintenance and cleaning. It's very important to know how to clean your Husqvarna Automower Properly.
Does the Husqvarna Automower 115H Work on Rough Terrain?
While having a rugged design, the Automower 115H isn't known for its 4x4-like capabilities. It can handle slopes of up to 17º but can lose traction quite easily in uneven areas.
The Automower 115H is best suited for medium-large sized gardens that are relatively flat without many obstacles.
See the Husqvarna Automower 115H in action!
Husqvarna Automower 115H Vs Stihl iMow 422p
The Stihl iMow 422p would have to be the Automowers most direct competitors, while both have pretty similar capabilities and features, let's see which one has the edge...
Husqvarna Automower 115H Vs Stihl iMow 422p: Features
When it comes to features, both of these models are fairly evenly matched, hence the rivalry.
The Stihl iMow beats the Automower in the maximum slope tilt capacity at a nice 22°, while the Automower can tilt around 17°.
In terms of the maximum working area, the Automower can mow lawns up to 1600m² while the Stihl iMow can reach up to 1500m².
Overall, both models are very similar feature-wise.
Husqvarna Automower 115H Vs Stihl iMow 422p: Battery Capacity
In this category, the Husqvarna Automower 115H has a 1:1 mow-to-charge ratio. For every 60 minutes of mowing it will need 60 minutes of charge. The Stihl iMow's battery isn't as powerful, with every 75 minutes of mowing, it will need 90 minutes to recharge.
Husqvarna Automower 115H Vs Stihl iMow 422p: Safety
Both models are almost identical when it comes to safety. Both models have tilt and lift sensors with an instant-stop blade and emergency stops to help prevent injury. It's safe to say that both companies take the safety of their customers very, very seriously!
Husqvarna Automower 115H Vs Stihl iMow 422p: Noise
These mowers are almost identical noise wise, the 115H will have a noise output of 59db, while the 422p will sit around 60db.
Husqvarna Automower 115H Vs Stihl iMow 422p: Pricing
While the Stihl iMow starts at around AU$1999, the Husqvarna 115H is a bit more expensive starting at AU$2150.
Overall, both designs are extremely similar in every department. While the iMow 422p can handle a larger slope and the Automower 115H has a much better mow-to-charge ratio.
Should You Buy the Husqvarna Automower 115H?
When shopping for anything more than a couple of hundred dollars it's important to thoroughly research and compare the market, that's why we're here to help you decide whether the Automower 115H is the right fit for your backyards. Let's take a look...
Buy It If...
You have a medium-large sized semi-flat lawn
The Husqvarna 115H will undoubtedly work at its peak on a larger, flat lawn that's free from too many obstacles.
You want an easy to setup robot lawnmower
In comparison to other robotic mowers, the Husqvarna Automower is relatively easy to set up by yourself. Husqvarna has included a great installation guide in your robot mowers package to help you get the job done easily.
You want a reliable and consistent robotic mower
If you're looking for a reliable, robust and almost indestructible little robot to take care of the tedious job of mowing your lawn every week then the 115H is a great choice for you.
Don't Buy If...
You expect your lawn to look like that of a golf courses 18th hole
Yes, robotic lawnmowers are becoming increasingly more advanced. However, your lawn won't be perfect, it may miss a few patches from time to time.
You have a small lawn with an uneven surface
This particular model is designed for medium-larger sized lawns, placing the 115H in a cramped and uneven backyard is like using a leaf blower to put out a match, it'll get the job done, but with far too much hassle than necessary. There are specific robot mowers designed for small and tightknit yards.
You don't want to fiddle with boundary wires
Fiddling with boundary wires is a given with most robotic lawnmowers they use the wires to help navigate and determine their working area. You will need to set up and tweak your boundary wire initially, then you will also need to repair/replace it too.
Where to Buy Husqvarna Automower 115H
Husqvarna Universal Replacement Blades
$18.78
Maintenance Tips for your Husqvarna Automower 115H
By taking good care of your robot mower you can add years to it's life. If you regularly service and maintain your Landroid, you will also see much better results in performance and your lawn will look better. Here are a few quick maintenance tips for your Automower...
*Remember to ALWAYS turn your robotic mower off and remove the battery before conducting any cleaning or maintenance*
Keep Your Automower Clean
This should go without saying, but this is the easiest way in to greatly increase it's working lifespan and it's cutting efficiency! Keeping your robotic mower clean and tidy is a must-do for all robo-mower-owners.
Here's a quick guide on how to use the Automowers water-proof design to your advantage when conducting routine cleaning and maintenance.
Make Sure Your Blades Are Sharp
Keeping your mower blades sharp will greatly improve the results achieved by any mower, whether its a push mower, self-propelled, ride-on or robotic, this is one of the main maintenance tasks you'll need to perform across the board.
Most manufacturers recommend replacing your robot lawnmowers blades every 8-12 weeks depending on it's mowing frequency.
How to Set Up Your Husqvarna Automower
If you choose to set up your Automower by yourself, you should take the time to read all instructions thoroughly and draw a boundary plan beforehand. The setup will take a few hours depending on your lawn size.
Setup includes:
- Initial planning
- Setting up charging station
- Setting up boundary wire
- Configuring robot mower
- Test and tweaking
Here's a nice guide on how to setup your Automower 115H easily...
How to Schedule Your Mowing Times
Once you've successfully setup your Automower and are happy with how it's functioning, you're going to want to achieve full automation but scheduling mowing times. Scheduling your mowing times is great because you can just about set and forget, which is the whole point of having the robot mower.
Here's how you can setup your Automower 115H's schedule...
Our Thoughts on the Husqvarna Automower 115H
Overall, the Husqvarna Automower 115H is a powerful and robust cutting machine. It has many of the great features you would expect in a robot mower and definitely gets the job done without much hassle. This mower performs at its peak on medium-large sized lawns that are relatively flat.
Happy mowing!
