# Anthbot N8 vs Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Anthbot N8 costs $1,699 and the Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD costs $1,799, so the Anthbot N8 is $100 cheaper. The Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD has a published review score and ranks #3 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 Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD for tight, complex small yards.

Prices checked Nov 4, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/anthbot-n8-vs-mammotion-luba-mini-2-awd/

## Side by side

| | Anthbot N8 | Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,699 | $1,799 |
| 3 year cost | $1,771 | $2,044 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 8.0/10 |
| Rank in Lawn | #18 | #3 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 3 years mower, 2 years battery (T3); Anthbot lists a 3 year warranty | 3 years |
| Area | Up to 1,500 m² (about 0.37 acre) per Anthbot | Up to 0.37 acre (1500); about 0.12 acre per charge per brand FAQ |
| Max slope | 45% (24°) per Anthbot spec quoted by PCWorld and Notebookcheck; not tested | 80% (38.6°) |
| Navigation | Full band RTK with included reference station, optional network RTK over 4G, dual HDR AI cameras | 360° LiDAR plus dual camera AI vision, no antenna |
| Boundary wire | Not needed | Not needed |
| Cut width | 7.9 in (20 cm); 3 blade collection disc or 6 blade mulching disc | 20 cm main disc plus 12 cm fixed edge disc |
| Cut height | 1.2 to 2.8 in (3 to 7 cm), motorized, set in the app | 2.2 to 4.0 in (1500H) or 0.8 to 2.6 in (1500 Standard) |
| 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 | 6.1Ah; Techaeris measured about 150 min, about 90 min under heavy load |
| 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) | Up to 20 zones |
| 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 | Under 65 dB per brand |
| Weather | IPX6 mower, IPX5 station (PCWorld) | IPX6 |
| Best for | open lawns with fall leaves | tight, complex small yards |
| Skip if | your yard has narrow passages or you want quiet mowing | you want the most coverage per dollar |

## 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)

### Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD

- Bob Vila: Named Best for Complex Yards. Compact size helped it through tight spaces, AWD kept traction on steep slopes; the main drawback was limited coverage for the price. [Source](https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/best-robotic-mowers-2026/)
- Techaeris (9.0/10): Tested the 1500H: navigation stayed reliable under trees and beside fences; runtime fell to about 90 minutes on slopes or thick grass; wet grass built up under the deck. [Source](https://techaeris.com/2026/08/16/mammotion-luba-mini-2-awd-review/)
- Notebookcheck: Tested the EU 1000 version: obstacle detection handled a hedgehog dummy, ball and hose; slope test reached 70% before a tip over error; edge cutting judged still improvable. [Source](https://www.notebookcheck.com/Kompakter-Allrad-Maehroboter-mit-Kantenschnitt-Mammotion-Luba-mini-2-AWD-1000-im-Test.1413636.0.html)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Anthbot N8 or the Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD?

The Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD has a published review score and ranks #3 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 Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD for tight, complex small yards.

### Which is cheaper?

The Anthbot N8 at $1,699, versus $1,799 for the Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,771 vs $2,044.

### What is the difference between the N8 and the LUBA mini 2 AWD?

Area: Up to 1,500 m² (about 0.37 acre) per Anthbot on the N8, Up to 0.37 acre (1500); about 0.12 acre per charge per brand FAQ on the LUBA mini 2 AWD. Max slope: 45% (24°) per Anthbot spec quoted by PCWorld and Notebookcheck; not tested on the N8, 80% (38.6°) on the LUBA mini 2 AWD. Navigation: Full band RTK with included reference station, optional network RTK over 4G, dual HDR AI… on the N8, 360° LiDAR plus dual camera AI vision, no antenna on the LUBA mini 2 AWD.

Full reviews: [Anthbot N8](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/anthbot-n8/index.md), [Mammotion LUBA mini 2 AWD](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/mammotion-luba-mini-2-awd/index.md)