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Dreame A3 AWD 1000 vs MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD

Dreame A3 AWD 1000 or MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD? Verdict Scores 84 and 86, where each leads on published specs and which to choose.

Manufacturers' published figures, scored by the same engine as the rankings. Nothing here is from a test we ran. · Updated

Verdict

The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD has the higher Verdict Score, 86 to 84.

The Dreame A3 AWD 1000 has the edge in navigation, ease of use, value and features. The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD has the edge in cutting.

In the manufacturers' published figures the Dreame A3 AWD 1000 is ahead on one row: noise (63 dB against 66 dB). In turn, the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD is ahead on 2 rows: max lawn area (2,000 m² against 1,000 m²) and cutting width (400 mm against 200 mm).

The Dreame A3 AWD 1000 suits lawns up to 1,000 m² with slopes, roots and tree cover. The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD suits large sloped gardens with trees, where RTK mowers lose their fix.

Dreame
A3 AWD 1000$1,100
MOVA
LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD≈ $1,850

Where the Dreame A3 AWD 1000 is ahead

  • Navigation82 · 80
  • Ease of Use90 · 80
  • Features95 · 85
  • Value83 · 53
  • Noise63 dB · 66 dB

Where the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD is ahead

  • Cutting96 · 65
  • Max lawn area2,000 m² (0.49 acres) · 1,000 m² (10,764 sq ft)
  • Cutting width400 mm · 200 mm

Subscores are from our engine; the specification rows are the manufacturers' published figures, listed only where the better direction is beyond argument.

Full specification, side by side

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Dreame A3 AWD 1000
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MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD
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$1,100Price in the manufacturer's shop
≈ $1,850Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Navigation
  • Ease of Use
  • Features
  • Value
  • Cutting
Pros
  • 360° LiDAR and two cameras, no RTK antenna and no wire
  • All-wheel drive rated for 80% slopes and 5.5 cm obstacles
  • Edge mode keeps the disc within 5 cm of a border
  • 2,000 m² on all-wheel drive, 80% slopes, 6 cm obstacles
  • 40 cm cut, edges under 3 cm
  • 70 m LiDAR and two cameras, 300+ obstacle types, mows at night
Cons
  • 20 cm cut for a 1,000 m² lawn
  • No runtime or charging time published for the 5 Ah battery
  • 4G data included for one year only
  • 800 m² per charge, so three charges for the full rating
  • 23.6 kg, 66 dB
  • No rain sensor in the table
Best for
  • Lawns up to 1,000 m² with slopes, roots and tree cover
  • Gardens with beds and paths where the edge distance matters
  • Large sloped gardens with trees, where RTK mowers lose their fix
  • Owners who want the largest area allowance MOVA offers
Score breakdown
Verdict Score84/10086/100
Navigation
82
80
Cutting
65
96
Terrain
100
100
Obstacle Avoidance
100
100
Ease of Use
90
80
Reliability
78
78
Features
95
85
Value
83
53
Specifications

In green: the better figure where the direction is beyond argument, such as more lawn or less noise. Where it depends on your home, nothing is marked.

Coverage
Max lawn area1,000 m² (10,764 sq ft)2,000 m² (0.49 acres)
Zones150150
Area per chargeNot published800 m²
Navigation
NavigationVision + LiDARVision + LiDAR
Boundary wireNot requiredNot required
Obstacle avoidanceCamera + LiDAR fusionCamera + LiDAR fusion
LiDAR range50 m70 m at 80% reflectivity, 360°; two 1080p RGB cameras
MapsNot publishedTwo
Cutting
Cutting width200 mm400 mm
Cutting height30–100 mm30–100 mm
Edge cuttingYesYes
Edge distance in edge mode< 4.8 cmNot published
Cutting height increments0.5 cmNot published
Blade discsNot publishedTwo floating discs with six blades each, 40 cm together
Edge distanceNot publishedUnder 3 cm, UltraTrim 2.0
Night mowingNot publishedYes
Terrain
Max slope80% (39°)80% (39°)
DrivetrainAWDAWD
Obstacle crossing height5.5 cmNot published
Obstacle heightNot published6 cm
SuspensionNot publishedIndependent per wheel, omni wheels
Power
Battery5,000 mAh243 Wh
RuntimeNot published2 h 30 min
Charging timeNot published1 h 5 min
Charging currentNot published5 A
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
4G / LTEYesYes
GPSYesYes
Included 4G data1 yearNot published
4G serviceNot publishedThree years included
Physical
Weight16.1 kg23.6 kg
L × W × H635 × 434 × 295 mm740 × 532 × 321 mm
Noise63 dB66 dB
Weather sealingIPX6IPX6
Support
Warranty36 months36 months
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Obstacles
Recognised object types300+Not published
Recognised obstacle typesNot published300+, down to 2 × 2 cm
Safety
TrueGuardNot publishedLocation tracking, geofence alarm, AirTag, patrol, live audio, person detection

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