For steep yards under thick tree cover, where satellite navigation struggles and a boundary wire still works best. Most buyers will prefer a wire-free model.
Husqvarna $2,999.99The Husqvarna Automower 435X AWD rates 3.5 among 1/4 to 1 acre robot lawn mowers; the Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ rates 3.4 among 1 acre and up ones. The Husqvarna Automower 435X AWD costs $300 less ($2,999.99 vs $3,299.99).

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 $3,299.99Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (1/4 to 1 acre and 1 acre and up), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Husqvarna Automower 435X AWD | Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 59 $3,330 per rated acre | 25 $3,300 per rated acre |
| Navigation 20% | 10 Boundary wire | 60 RTK, no boundary wire |
| Slopes 20% | 82 70% (35°) slopes, all-wheel drive | 36 45% (24°) slopes |
| Features 15% | 75 3 of 4; no rain sensor | 86 6 of 7; no rain sensor |
| Warranty 10% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 100 4-year warranty |
| Noise 5% | 67 60 dB(A) rated | 100 55 dB(A) rated |
Specifications
| Husqvarna Automower 435X AWD | Husqvarna Automower 420 iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | ||
| Lawn size (rated) | 0.9 acres (39,200 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 | Boundary wire | RTK |
| Boundary wire needed | Yes | No |
| RTK station | - | Included |
| Obstacle avoidance | Ultrasonic sensors | Radar |
| Multiple zones | Yes | Yes |
| No-go zones | - | 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 |
| 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 lb (17.6 kg) | 38 lb (18.6 kg) |
| Warranty | - | 4 years |
| Released | - | 2025 |