Anthbot M9 Pro
For quarter-acre yards with heavy tree cover or tight spaces, where adding LiDAR to RTK is worth the premium over the M9.
Amazon $1,399 Anthbot $1,399$1,399
The Anthbot M9 Pro is the better robot lawn mower overall, rated 4.1 to 3.8. The Anthbot M9 Pro leads on navigation, features and noise. The Ecovacs GOAT O1000 LiDAR PRO costs $119.11 less ($1,279.89 vs $1,399).
Ecovacs GOAT O1000 LiDAR PRO
#11 in Up to 1/4 acreFull review
For small, cluttered lawns up to a quarter acre with narrow side passages, where LiDAR navigation and a built-in trimmer beat cheaper RTK mowers.
Amazon $1,279.89 Ecovacs $1,499.99$1,279.89
Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Anthbot M9 Pro for navigation (LiDAR + RTK + vision, no boundary wire vs LiDAR, no boundary wire), features (8 of 8 vs 7 of 8; no 4G) and noise (58 dB(A) rated vs 61 dB(A) rated).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1/4 acre robot lawn mower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Anthbot M9 Pro | Ecovacs GOAT O1000 LiDAR PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $5,600 per rated acre | 76 $5,120 per rated acre |
| Navigation 20% | 100 LiDAR + RTK + vision, no boundary wire | 70 LiDAR, no boundary wire |
| Slopes 20% | 36 45% (24°) slopes | 36 45% (24°) slopes |
| Features 15% | 100 8 of 8 | 88 7 of 8; no 4G |
| Warranty 10% | 67 3-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 5% | 80 58 dB(A) rated | 60 61 dB(A) rated |
Specifications
| Anthbot M9 Pro | Ecovacs GOAT O1000 LiDAR PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | ||
| Lawn size (rated) | 0.25 acres (10,900 sq ft) | 0.25 acres (10,900 sq ft) |
| Max slope | 45% (24°) | 45% (24°) |
| All-wheel drive | - | No |
| Run time per charge | - | 1 h 30 min |
| Charge time | - | 1 h 10 min |
| Battery | 5 Ah | 18 V 5.2 Ah |
| Navigation | ||
| Navigation | LiDAR + RTK + vision | LiDAR |
| Boundary wire needed | No | No |
| RTK station | Included | - |
| Obstacle avoidance | 360° LiDAR + AI cameras | 3D-ToF + AI camera + LiDAR |
| Multiple zones | Yes | Yes |
| No-go zones | Yes | Yes |
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting width | 7.9 in (200 mm) | 8.7 in (220 mm) |
| Cutting height | 1.2–2.8 in (30–70 mm) | 1.2–3.1 in (30–80 mm) |
| Height adjustment | In the app | In the app |
| Blades | - | Single blade disc |
| Edge mowing | EdgeWiz edge mowing | Built-in TruEdge string trimmer cuts to about 0 in from edges; blade edge mowing about 3.5 in |
| Smart features | ||
| Connectivity | 4G (1 year of 4G included) | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Rain sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-theft | Anti-theft tracking | PIN code lock |
| Build | ||
| Noise (rated) | 58 dB(A) | 61 dB(A) |
| Water resistance | IPX6 | IPX6 |
| Weight | - | 28.7 lb (13 kg) |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |