# Anthbot Genie 1000 vs Anthbot M9

As of Nov 12, 2026, the Anthbot Genie 1000 costs $799 and the Anthbot M9 costs $649, so the Anthbot M9 is $150 cheaper. Pick the Anthbot Genie 1000 for tidy lawns up to half an acre. Pick the Anthbot M9 for small flat lawns on a tight budget.

Prices checked Nov 12, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/anthbot-genie-1000-vs-anthbot-m9/

## Side by side

| | Anthbot Genie 1000 | Anthbot M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799 | $649 |
| 3 year cost | $799 | $769 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Lawn | #18 | #15 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | 3 years badge on Anthbot's site, not tied to the M9 on the product page |
| Area | Up to 0.49 acre (2,000 m²) per TechRadar and Electrek; the 2024 Kickstarter listing said 0.25 acre | Up to 1,000 m² (about 0.25 acre) (Anthbot); the app section of the same page says mapping works up to 500 m² |
| Max slope | 45% (24°) | 45% (24°) (Anthbot); GadgetReview found it wanders on steep, slippery or uneven ground |
| Navigation | Full band RTK plus 3D vision with four AI cameras | Full band RTK with two 150° HDR cameras, AI detection of 1,000+ obstacles, auto or RC mapping (Anthbot) |
| Boundary wire | Not needed | Not needed |
| Cut width | 7.9 in (20 cm), five blade disc | 7.9 in (20 cm), 5 blade disc (Anthbot) |
| Cut height | 1.2 to 2.8 in (30 to 70 mm), motorized (TechRadar) | 1.2 to 2.8 in (3 to 7 cm), set in the app (Anthbot) |
| Battery runtime | 5Ah, 90Wh battery with about 120 min charge (Freshly Charged spec listing); runtime not published by Anthbot | About 90 min per charge, about 90 min to recharge, 5 Ah / 90 Wh battery (New Atlas) |
| Drive | 2WD (Freshly Charged spec listing) | Two wheel drive with front casters (GadgetReview) |
| Rtk required | Yes, RTK station needs open sky; wall mount kit sold separately (TechRadar) | Yes, RTK base station, or NetRTK over 4G with a subscription (Anthbot) |
| Multi zone | Up to 20 zones (TechRadar) | Up to 20 scheduled zones (Anthbot); GadgetReview found zones are square only |
| Noise | About 58 dB claimed; Notebookcheck measured 66.2 dB on the Genie 3000 | 58 dB (Anthbot); GadgetReview measured about 60 dB at 1 m |
| Weather | IPX6 with rain sensor (TechRadar) | IPX6 with rain sensor (Anthbot) |
| Best for | tidy lawns up to half an acre | small flat lawns on a tight budget |
| Skip if | trees or buildings block the sky | your grass is thick, tall or hilly |

## What reviewers found

### Anthbot Genie 1000

- TechRadar: Tested the Genie 3000, which shares the 1000's cameras and deck. Mapped a lawn in about five minutes, mowed the test lawn in about an hour with 72% battery left, and the RTK tracked 12 to 25 satellites under heavy tree cover. Category scores: Performance 5/5, Design 4.5/5, Value 4/5, App 4/5. [Source](https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/anthbot-genie-robot-lawn-mower-review)
- Notebookcheck: Tested the Genie 3000: mowed 520 m² on one charge over more than 2.5 h, recharged in under 2 h and measured 66.2 dB. Two passes were usually needed for a good result, and the 2 m RTK cable was too short. [Source](https://www.notebookcheck.net/Anthbot-Genie-Review-Grants-the-wish-of-a-mowed-lawn-Mostly.1049252.0.html)
- Easy Lawn Mowing (84): Hands-on test of the Genie 3000 on two lawns: setup took 10 to 15 minutes. Noted no UK service centers yet and that the RTK station needs its own power if placed away from the dock. [Source](https://easylawnmowing.co.uk/anthbot-genie-robotic-lawn-mower-review/)

### Anthbot M9

- GadgetReview (85 True Score): Tested in Maine alongside a Lymow One Plus. Quietest mower the reviewer tested at about 60 dB at 1 m; setup took about 20 minutes. Stalled on thick, tall or wet grass, left a 15 to 20 cm border strip, lost position after driving off a ledge and could not dock. Expert score 82. [Source](https://www.gadgetreview.com/anthbot-m9-review)
- New Atlas: Hands on test found setup took about 10 minutes as claimed, tight turns and straight lines, and no trouble with shadows or a clothesline pole. A test section used about 10% of the battery. Thick, stubborn grass got a less even cut; not suited to overgrown lawns or yards with roots. [Source](https://newatlas.com/consumer-tech/anthbot-robot-mower-m9/)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Anthbot Genie 1000 or the Anthbot M9?

Pick the Anthbot Genie 1000 for tidy lawns up to half an acre. Pick the Anthbot M9 for small flat lawns on a tight budget.

### Which is cheaper?

The Anthbot M9 at $649, versus $799 for the Anthbot Genie 1000, checked Nov 12, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $799 vs $769.

### What is the difference between the Genie 1000 and the M9?

Area: Up to 0.49 acre (2,000 m²) per TechRadar and Electrek; the 2024 Kickstarter listing said… on the Genie 1000, Up to 1,000 m² (about 0.25 acre) (Anthbot); the app section of the same page says… on the M9. Max slope: 45% (24°) on the Genie 1000, 45% (24°) (Anthbot); GadgetReview found it wanders on steep, slippery or uneven ground on the M9. Navigation: Full band RTK plus 3D vision with four AI cameras on the Genie 1000, Full band RTK with two 150° HDR cameras, AI detection of 1,000+ obstacles, auto or RC… on the M9.

Full reviews: [Anthbot Genie 1000](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/anthbot-genie-1000/index.md), [Anthbot M9](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/anthbot-m9/index.md)