Boundary wire or satellite navigation: compare the installation

Wire-free describes one part of an installation. It does not establish that a mower can navigate every garden without additional equipment, setup or restrictions.

Husqvarna UK: robotic mower FAQ describes wired and satellite-based arrangements and model-dependent limits around passages and obstructions. Its claims concern the manufacturer's range; use the exact technical documents for any model you compare.

Draw the difficult parts first

Mark tall buildings, trees, enclosed passages, separate lawns and changes of level. Give the same drawing to each supplier. Ask them to explain how the proposed system maintains its boundary and position in those locations.

For a wired proposal, ask where the cable goes and how later planting or building work is handled. For a satellite proposal, ask what positioning equipment, connections and visibility the installation requires.

Request the failure behaviour

Ask what happens when a positioning signal or connection is unavailable. Does the mower stop, use a documented fallback or require intervention? Get an answer tied to the model and its software features.

Avoid assuming that a camera or another sensor guarantees operation wherever satellite reception is weak. The relevant evidence is the complete system's documented behaviour.

Include changes and ownership costs

Ask how boundaries are edited, how repairs are made and whether connectivity or services carry ongoing charges. Check what remains available if the provider changes an online service.

Record the cost of the complete installed arrangement, including accessories and electrical preparation.

Make a site-specific decision

Require a demonstration or clear assessment of the awkward sections before relying on the proposal. Agree how unresolved coverage will be treated.

A boundary wire can be a sensible installation choice; a satellite system can be convenient where its requirements are met. The useful comparison is how each proposed setup handles your garden and its future changes, not which label sounds newer.