Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK
For budget buyers with open, gently sloped lawns up to a quarter acre who want wire-free RTK mowing at a low price.
Amazon $789.52 Ecovacs $999.99$789.52
The Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK is the better robot lawn mower overall, rated 4.1 to 3.8. The Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK leads on value, navigation and noise. The Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK costs $490.37 less ($789.52 vs $1,279.89).
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 Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK for value ($3,160 per rated acre vs $5,120 per rated acre), navigation (RTK + vision, no boundary wire vs LiDAR, no boundary wire) and noise (57 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 | Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK | Ecovacs GOAT O1000 LiDAR PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 98 $3,160 per rated acre | 76 $5,120 per rated acre |
| Navigation 20% | 80 RTK + vision, no boundary wire | 70 LiDAR, no boundary wire |
| Slopes 20% | 36 45% (24°) slopes | 36 45% (24°) slopes |
| Features 15% | 86 6 of 7; no 4G | 88 7 of 8; no 4G |
| Warranty 10% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 5% | 87 57 dB(A) rated | 60 61 dB(A) rated |
Specifications
| Ecovacs GOAT O1000 RTK | Ecovacs GOAT O1000 LiDAR PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | ||
| Lawn size (rated) | 0.25 acres (8,600 sq ft) | 0.25 acres (10,900 sq ft) |
| Max slope | 45% (24°) | 45% (24°) |
| All-wheel drive | No | No |
| Run time per charge | 1 h 5 min | 1 h 30 min |
| Charge time | 1 h 40 min | 1 h 10 min |
| Battery | 18 V 4 Ah | 18 V 5.2 Ah |
| Navigation | ||
| Navigation | RTK + vision | LiDAR |
| Boundary wire needed | No | No |
| RTK station | Included | - |
| Obstacle avoidance | AIVI 3D: AI camera + 3D-ToF | 3D-ToF + AI camera + LiDAR |
| Multiple zones | Yes | Yes |
| No-go zones | Yes | Yes |
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting width | 8.7 in (220 mm) | 8.7 in (220 mm) |
| Cutting height | 1.2–3.2 in (30–80 mm) | 1.2–3.1 in (30–80 mm) |
| Height adjustment | - | In the app |
| Blades | Single blade disc | Single blade disc |
| Edge mowing | Blade edge mowing; no trimmer | Built-in TruEdge string trimmer cuts to about 0 in from edges; blade edge mowing about 3.5 in |
| Smart features | ||
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Rain sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-theft | PIN code lock | PIN code lock |
| Build | ||
| Noise (rated) | 57 dB(A) | 61 dB(A) |
| Water resistance | IPX6 | IPX6 |
| Weight | 24.2 lb (11 kg) | 28.7 lb (13 kg) |