Husqvarna Automower 435 iQ AWD
#12 in 1 acre and upFull review
For steep, hilly lawns around an acre where a two-wheel-drive mower would slip. Budget-conscious buyers with flat yards should look elsewhere.
Husqvarna $4,999.99$4,999.99
The Husqvarna Automower 435 iQ AWD and the Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.4. The Husqvarna Automower 435 iQ AWD leads on slopes. The Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ wins on value and noise. The Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ costs $1,700 less ($3,299.99 vs $4,999.99).
Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ
#13 in 1 acre and upFull review
For owners of a lawn up to 1 acre who want Husqvarna’s dealer support and a 4-year warranty on a wire-free mower. Camera-based rivals cost less.
Husqvarna $3,299.99$3,299.99
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 Husqvarna Automower 435 iQ AWD for slopes (70% (35°) slopes, all-wheel drive vs 45% (24°) slopes).
- Choose the Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ for value ($3,300 per rated acre vs $3,850 per rated acre) and noise (55 dB(A) rated vs 60 dB(A) rated).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1 acre and up robot lawn mower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Husqvarna Automower 435 iQ AWD | Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 5 $3,850 per rated acre | 25 $3,300 per rated acre |
| Navigation 20% | 60 RTK, no boundary wire | 60 RTK, no boundary wire |
| Slopes 20% | 82 70% (35°) slopes, all-wheel drive | 36 45% (24°) slopes |
| Features 15% | 83 5 of 6; no rain sensor | 86 6 of 7; no rain sensor |
| Warranty 10% | 100 4-year warranty | 100 4-year warranty |
| Noise 5% | 67 60 dB(A) rated | 100 55 dB(A) rated |
Specifications
| Husqvarna Automower 435 iQ AWD | Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | ||
| Lawn size (rated) | 1.3 acres (56,600 sq ft) | 1 acre (43,600 sq ft) |
| Max slope | 70% (35°) | 45% (24°) |
| All-wheel drive | Yes | No |
| Run time per charge | 2 h 25 min | 1 h 24 min |
| Charge time | 45 min | 54 min |
| Battery | 18 V 8 Ah | 18 V 5 Ah |
| Navigation | ||
| Navigation | RTK | RTK |
| Boundary wire needed | No | No |
| RTK station | Included | Included |
| Obstacle avoidance | Ultrasonic sensors | Radar |
| Multiple zones | Yes | Yes |
| No-go zones | Yes | Yes |
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting width | 8.7 in (220 mm) | 9.4 in (240 mm) |
| Cutting height | 1.2–2.8 in (30–70 mm) | 1–4 in (25–100 mm) |
| Height adjustment | In the app | In the app |
| Blades | 3 pivoting razor blades on a disc | 3 pivoting razor blades on a disc |
| Smart features | ||
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, 4G | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G |
| Rain sensor | No | No |
| Anti-theft | - | GPS theft tracking, GeoFence, PIN code, alarm, lift and tilt sensors |
| Build | ||
| Noise (rated) | 60 dB(A) | 55 dB(A) |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
| Weight | 39.9 lb (18.1 kg) | 38 lb (18.6 kg) |
| Warranty | 4 years | 4 years |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |