Our verdict
The bottom line
The accessible robot for buyers who want to try the category without spending £1000+. Will not match a Husqvarna 305 for longevity but costs half as much used. A reasonable starter for a small simple lawn.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Cheapest reputable robot at Argos
- Boundary wire installation manageable
- 3-year Yard Force warranty new
- High used supply
Cons
- Yard Force support is patchy
- Battery cells degrade faster than Husqvarna
- App is basic
Full specs
| Type | Robotic |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 18 cm |
| Engine / Power | Yard Force brushless |
| Weight | 8 kg |
| Deck | Composite |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | — |
| Suited to lawn | Small |
| Noise level | 58 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£100–250 used. Boundary wire is the #1 fail point — walk every metre. Yard Force batteries lose capacity after 2–3 years; demand a runtime test. Reset the Yard Force app before purchase. Avoid any with rust on the underside.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.
