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MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD vs MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD

MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD vs MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD: Verdict Scores 86 and 85, where each is ahead in the published figures, and which one 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 1600 AWD has the higher Verdict Score, 86 to 85.

The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD has the edge in value. The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD leads on no subscore.

No published figure puts the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD ahead. In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD is ahead on one row: max lawn area (2,000 m² against 1,600 m²).

The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD suits sloped gardens of 1,000 to 1,600 m². The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD suits large sloped gardens with trees, where RTK mowers lose their fix.

MOVA
LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD$1,740
MOVA
LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD$1,850

Where the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD is ahead

  • Value54 · 51

Where the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD is ahead

  • Max lawn area2,000 m² (0.49 acres) · 1,600 m² (17,222 sq ft)

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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MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1600 AWD
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MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD
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$1,850Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Value
No subscore lead
Pros
  • All-wheel drive rated for 80% slopes and 6 cm obstacles
  • 40 cm cutting width, edges to within 3 cm
  • 70 m LiDAR and two cameras, mows at night
  • 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
  • Same battery as the 1000 AWD: 800 m² per charge, so two or three sessions
  • 23.6 kg and 66 dB
  • No rain sensor in the specification
  • 800 m² per charge, so three charges for the full rating
  • 23.6 kg, 66 dB
  • No rain sensor in the table
Best for
  • Sloped gardens of 1,000 to 1,600 m²
  • Owners who want anti-theft protection without buying a module
  • Large sloped gardens with trees, where RTK mowers lose their fix
  • Owners who want the largest area allowance MOVA offers
Score breakdown
Verdict Score86/10085/100
Navigation
80
80
Cutting
96
96
Terrain
100
100
Obstacle Avoidance
100
100
Ease of Use
80
80
Reliability
78
78
Features
85
85
Value
54
51
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 area1,600 m² (17,222 sq ft)2,000 m² (0.49 acres)
Zones150150
Area per charge800 m²800 m²
Navigation
NavigationVision + LiDARVision + LiDAR
Boundary wireNot requiredNot required
Obstacle avoidanceCamera + LiDAR fusionCamera + LiDAR fusion
LiDAR range70 m at 80% reflectivity, 360°; two 1080p RGB cameras70 m at 80% reflectivity, 360°; two 1080p RGB cameras
MapsTwoTwo
Cutting
Cutting width400 mm400 mm
Cutting height30–100 mm30–100 mm
Edge cuttingYesYes
Blade discsTwo floating discs with six blades each, 40 cm togetherTwo floating discs with six blades each, 40 cm together
Edge distanceUnder 3 cm, UltraTrim 2.0Under 3 cm, UltraTrim 2.0
Night mowingYesYes
Terrain
Max slope80% (39°)80% (39°)
DrivetrainAWDAWD
Obstacle height6 cm6 cm
SuspensionIndependent per wheel, omni wheelsIndependent per wheel, omni wheels
Power
Battery243 Wh243 Wh
Runtime2 h 30 min2 h 30 min
Charging time1 h 5 min1 h 5 min
Charging current5 A5 A
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
4G / LTEYesYes
GPSYesYes
4G serviceThree years includedThree years included
Physical
Weight23.6 kg23.6 kg
L × W × H740 × 532 × 321 mm740 × 532 × 321 mm
Noise66 dB66 dB
Weather sealingIPX6IPX6
Support
Warranty36 months36 months
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Obstacles
Recognised obstacle types300+, down to 2 × 2 cm300+, down to 2 × 2 cm
Safety
TrueGuardLocation tracking, geofence alarm, AirTag, patrol, live audio, person detectionLocation tracking, geofence alarm, AirTag, patrol, live audio, person detection

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