Best for
- Lawns up to 1,000 m2
- Specs per euro
- LiDAR plus vision navigation
MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000
MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000 combines 360 LiDAR, AI vision and a complete app experience for wire-free 1,000 m2 lawns.
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Sold in the United States
Area0.25 acres (10,764 sq ft)
Slope45 %
Indicative price999 €
10-second verdict: MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000
Watch-outs
- Variant not listed in the current MOVA France collection
- Not AWD
- Compatible replacement battery sold separately
- 4G depends on version
Data & Reliability
- 3 public technical sources
- 1 official manual available
- consolidated external review synthesis
- 35 useful specs shown
- Confidence score: high, nearly every spec comes from an official source
Quick analysis
A strong equipment-per-euro option for medium lawns if you do not need AWD traction.
SpecsLib Calculated Metrics
These indicators are computed by SpecsLib from official manufacturer specs. They do not appear as such in any brand's documentation.
Area / Price11 sq ft/€
Square feet covered per euro spent. The higher the ratio, the better the area-to-price value.
Mowing density8,073 sq ft/hr
SpecsLib estimate (max area ÷ runtime), not published by the manufacturer: actual mowing time includes mapping, obstacle avoidance and recharging, so this figure likely overstates real-world throughput.
Slope score45/100 (Good)
Normalised score based on the declared maximum slope (45%). 100 = mechanical limit, 0 = flat ground.
Price history
Technical specs
Underlined terms open a plain-language explanation of navigation, detection and ecosystem technologies.
| Recommended area | 0.25 acres (10,764 sq ft) |
|---|---|
| Claimed daily capacity | 0.30 acres (12,917 sq ft) |
| Launch year | 2026 |
| Maximum slope | 45 % |
| Cutting height | 30-100 mm |
| Cutting width | 7.9 inches |
| Drive system | Rear-wheel drive |
| Battery | 4 Ah / 18 V |
| Replaceable battery | Yes |
| Charge time | 60 min |
| Runtime per charge | 80 min |
| Dimensions | 26.2 x 17.5 x 10.7 inches |
| Navigation | LiDARLiDARLaser distance sensing used for mapping and detection. + Vision + Remote mappingMappingBuilding the map of the garden the mower uses to plan its passes. |
| Perimeter-wire free | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | UltraView 2.0UltraViewMOVA sensing stack combining LiDAR and vision depending on the model. LiDARLiDARLaser distance sensing used for mapping and detection. 360 + AI visionAI VisionAI camera system for object avoidance and navigation support. |
| Connectivity | App + Wi-Fi + Bluetooth + Optional 4G |
| Boundary setup | Remote control + AI-assisted auto mappingMappingBuilding the map of the garden the mower uses to plan its passes. |
| Mowing modes | Full area + Zone + Edge + Spot + Manual |
| Dual map | Yes |
| AirTag | Yes |
| Remote camera view | Yes |
| Patrol mode | Yes |
| Human detection | Yes |
| Two-way audio | Yes |
| Anti-theft / tracking | Link service + 4G tracking + Google Maps tracking + Off-map alert + Lift alert + App alerts + AirTagAirTagApple tracker useful for theft recovery, usually sold separately. slot |
| Charge current | 3 A |
| Rain sensor | Yes |
| Noise level | 57 dBNoise level (dB)Noise produced while running, in decibels, on a scale that is not linear. |
| Water protection | IPX6IPX ratingWater-resistance rating, not a blanket immersion guarantee. |
| Weight | 30.2 lbs |
| Multi-zone management | 150 zones |
| Edge distance | 2.0 inches |
| Obstacle crossing | 1.6 inches |
| Minimum passage | 23.6 inches |
| Warranty | 3 years |
This model's technologies, against the evidence
What the brand promises, what independent tests actually found, and the limit to plan around.
MOVA UltraView 2.0
Brand Promise
360° 3D LiDARLiDARLaser distance sensing used for mapping and detection. and twin AI cameras build a 2D and 3D map of the plot, with no boundary wireBoundary wireWire pinned or buried around the lawn, telling the mower where its zone ends. and no antenna.
What testers found
Computerworld got an accurate map and a clean cut on the LiDAXLiDAXMOVA mower range focused on LiDAR, vision and wire-free setup. Ultra 1000, with the camera reacting quickly to a football and a wheelbarrow pushed in front of the mower. Measured range holds 150 to 170 minutes per charge, but drops by about half on hilly ground, wet grass or long grass. Charging returns to 90% in roughly forty minutes.
Watchout / Limitation
No LED lighting for night mowing, even though the test ran without incident, and no display on the machine itself. Under low branches, map height has to be corrected by hand.
Sources: Computerworld (CH) : Mähroboter Mova LiDAX Ultra 1000 im Test
MOVA UltraTrim
Brand Promise
The cutting deckCutting systemBlade or deck type used to cut the grass. shifts outward to mow as close as possible to walls and fixed obstacles.
What testers found
Computerworld measured under 3 cm to the wall on the LiDAX Ultra 1000. On the AWDAWD (all-wheel drive)Every wheel drives (usually four, occasionally three depending on the model), which helps on slopes, soft ground and wet grass. version of the same LiDAX, heise measured 3 to 5 cm and inside digital about 10 cm: depending on the tester, the same function either delivers or misses by half.
Watchout / Limitation
Geometry decides. A straight hard boundary gives the quoted figure; a hedge or a soft transition into a bed does not.
Sources: Computerworld (CH) : Mähroboter Mova LiDAX Ultra 1000 im Test, heise (DE) : Mova Lidax Ultra 1000 AWD im Test, inside digital (DE) : Mova LiDAX Ultra 1000 im Test
What the tests say
Reviews frame the LiDAX Ultra 1000 as a very complete mower for the money: fast mapping, LiDAR plus vision navigation, solid autonomy and clean behavior on ordinary lawns. The cautions are complex edge handling, optional 4G service and less ambitious traction than AWD models.
Strengths reviewers highlight
What public reviews and owner feedback most often praise.
- Very good equipment/price ratio
- Effective LiDAR + vision
- Fast wire-free setup
Limits found in reviews
Consolidated watchouts identified by SpecsLib to help evaluate fit for your lawn and budget.
- No AWD
- 4G depends on option
- Complex edges to check
Each published test
Our summary of each published test, with the link to read it.
- Maison et DomotiqueHands-on testin FrenchRead the testPraised
- UltraTrim edge management judged "the other real pleasant surprise," the mowing deck shifting to better handle edges
- Methodical, well-organised mowing patterns observed during testing
- App judged comprehensive, with fine per-zone settings
- Charging power measured by the tester at about 80 W
- On damp or slightly uneven ground, behavior judged satisfactory
Faulted- Judged slow on larger areas
- Misses small, low objects like a thin hose or a sock, according to the tester
- Cannot navigate very open spaces without reference points, a LiDAR limitation
- Two-wheel drive only (no AWD version tested here): some wheel slip observed on slopes, on side-hills, or during repeated turns and maneuvers
- UltraTrim forces edge cutting to a fixed 3 cm height, which can leave edges shorter than the rest of the lawn if the overall cutting height is set higher
- inside digitalHands-on testin GermanRead the testPraised
- Flexible cutting height between 3 and 10 cm, judged practical by the tester
- Setup judged simple
- Mowing result judged clean
- Theft-protection options available
Faulted- Edge distance measured by the tester at about 10 cm, versus the 5 cm promised by the manufacturer
- Obstacle detection judged unreliable
- Soil excessively churned up by the wheels in places, according to the tester
- Multiple charges needed to cover the claimed daily mowing capacity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum area for the LiDAX Ultra 1000?
It is designed to mow up to 0.25 acres (10,764 sq ft).
What is the maximum slope handled by the LiDAX Ultra 1000?
This model can handle slopes up to 45%.
Does the LiDAX Ultra 1000 require a boundary wire?
No, this model operates without a wire (virtual navigation).
What is the area-to-price ratio of the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000?
According to the SpecsLib calculation, the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000 delivers 11 sq ft/€. Square feet covered per euro spent. The higher the ratio, the better the area-to-price value.
What is the mowing density of the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000?
SpecsLib computes a mowing density of 8,073 sq ft/hr for this model. SpecsLib estimate (max area ÷ runtime), not published by the manufacturer: actual mowing time includes mapping, obstacle avoidance and recharging, so this figure likely overstates real-world throughput.
What is the slope score of the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000?
SpecsLib assigns a slope score of 45/100 (Good) to the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000. Normalised score based on the declared maximum slope (45%). 100 = mechanical limit, 0 = flat ground.
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