# Anthbot N8 vs Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Anthbot N8 costs $1,699 and the Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500 costs $1,700, so the Anthbot N8 is $1 cheaper. The Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500 has a published review score and ranks #7 in our robot lawn mowers ranking; the Anthbot N8 is not scored yet. Pick the Anthbot N8 for open lawns with fall leaves. Pick the Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500 for steep lawns with poor satellite signal.

Prices checked Nov 4, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/anthbot-n8-vs-dreame-a3-awd-pro-2500/

## Side by side

| | Anthbot N8 | Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,699 | $1,700 |
| 3 year cost | $1,771 | $1,700 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 6.7/10 |
| Rank in Lawn | #18 | #7 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 3 years mower, 2 years battery (T3); Anthbot lists a 3 year warranty | n/a |
| Area | Up to 1,500 m² (about 0.37 acre) per Anthbot | Up to 0.62 acre (2,500 m²) |
| Max slope | 45% (24°) per Anthbot spec quoted by PCWorld and Notebookcheck; not tested | 80% (38.7°) |
| Navigation | Full band RTK with included reference station, optional network RTK over 4G, dual HDR AI cameras | OmniSense 3.0: 360° 3D LiDAR plus binocular AI vision |
| Boundary wire | Not needed | Not needed |
| Cut width | 7.9 in (20 cm); 3 blade collection disc or 6 blade mulching disc | 15.8 in (40 cm) |
| Cut height | 1.2 to 2.8 in (3 to 7 cm), motorized, set in the app | 1.2 to 3.9 in |
| Battery runtime | 9.2Ah, 198Wh battery; Notebookcheck measured about 2 hours and just under 200 m² per charge, recharge about 1.5 hours; PCWorld lists an 80 min charge | 5Ah (2500); runtime in minutes not published |
| Drive | Not published by Anthbot | AWD |
| Rtk required | Yes, RTK reference station included in the box; NetRTK over 4G optional, 4G free for one year then $35.99 per year (PCWorld) | No |
| Multi zone | Up to 30 zones and up to 5 dump spots (PCWorld) | Yes, multi zone and dual map |
| Noise | Anthbot says 58 dB in mow or mulch mode; PCWorld measured just under 68 dB and Notebookcheck about 70 dB at 1 m in collection mode | 65 dB or less (standard mode) |
| Weather | IPX6 mower, IPX5 station (PCWorld) | Not stated |
| Best for | open lawns with fall leaves | steep lawns with poor satellite signal |
| Skip if | your yard has narrow passages or you want quiet mowing | your turf is soft and often wet |

## What reviewers found

### Anthbot N8

- PCWorld: Editors' Choice. Auto emptying never failed, a 1,200 sq ft area took 97 minutes, a 960 sq ft area used about 80% of the battery, noise was just under 68 dB at 3.28 ft, and up to about 6 in was left uncut at edges. [Source](https://www.pcworld.com/article/3236990/anthbot-n8-review.html)
- T3: T3 Recommends award. Navigation never lost RTK or failed to dock, leaf pickup matched a push mower that collects about 80% of leaves, but it ignored a tennis ball and a small plant pot and is almost 1 m long with the collector. [Source](https://www.t3.com/home-living/garden/anthbot-n8-robot-lawn-mower-review)
- Notebookcheck: About 2 hours and just under 200 m² per charge, about 1.5 hours to recharge, about 70 dB at 1 m. Collection worked well, but it missed a tennis ball, bumped a hedgehog dummy in over half the attempts and left wide uncut strips at edges. [Source](https://www.notebookcheck.net/This-robotic-lawn-mower-makes-sense-in-autumn-too-Anthbot-N8-review.1415143.0.html)

### Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500

- Bob Vila: Named Best for Steep Slopes. AWD kept traction on slopes that slowed other mowers; mapping was straightforward; handled thick St. Augustine. [Source](https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/best-robotic-mowers-2026/)
- Gizmodo (3.5/5): Tested the 3500 version: satellite free navigation and good handling of tight spaces and inclines, but left ruts and bald spots near the dock and on damp slopes; auto mapping covered only the main open area. [Source](https://gizmodo.com/dreame-a3-awd-pro-review-a-compelling-case-for-lidar-robomowers-2000799478)
- Notebookcheck: Tested the 3500 against the Mova LiDAX Ultra: reached just over 70% on the slope ramp versus the 80% claim; covered about 600 m² per charge; about 60 dB at 1 m. [Source](https://www.notebookcheck.net/All-wheel-drive-robotic-lawn-mowers-review-comparison-Dreame-A3-AWD-Pro-vs-Mova-LiDAX-Ultra-AWD.1370097.0.html)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Anthbot N8 or the Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500?

The Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500 has a published review score and ranks #7 in our robot lawn mowers ranking; the Anthbot N8 is not scored yet. Pick the Anthbot N8 for open lawns with fall leaves. Pick the Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500 for steep lawns with poor satellite signal.

### Which is cheaper?

The Anthbot N8 at $1,699, versus $1,700 for the Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,771 vs $1,700.

### What is the difference between the N8 and the A3 AWD Pro 2500?

Area: Up to 1,500 m² (about 0.37 acre) per Anthbot on the N8, Up to 0.62 acre (2,500 m²) on the A3 AWD Pro 2500. Max slope: 45% (24°) per Anthbot spec quoted by PCWorld and Notebookcheck; not tested on the N8, 80% (38.7°) on the A3 AWD Pro 2500. Navigation: Full band RTK with included reference station, optional network RTK over 4G, dual HDR AI… on the N8, OmniSense 3.0: 360° 3D LiDAR plus binocular AI vision on the A3 AWD Pro 2500.

Full reviews: [Anthbot N8](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/anthbot-n8/index.md), [Dreame A3 AWD Pro 2500](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/dreame-a3-awd-pro-2500/index.md)