Description

Why Buy the Husqvarna Automower 308V?

The Husqvarna 308V is a suitable for home-owners with a medium size-garden and is a great choice if you are looking for:

• A robotic mower without boundary wire
• The best robot lawn mower for 800m²
• Compact design

The 308V stands out because it combines three key technologies:

• Virtual boundary setup
• AI-powered obstacle detection
• Structured mowing pattern capability

This makes it one of the most advanced compact robotic mowers currently available.

 

No Boundary Wire Required

Unlike traditional robotic mowers that rely on physical perimeter cable, the 308V creates virtual mowing zones through satellite-assisted positioning.

This means:

• No digging or cable installation
• No risk of boundary wire breakages
• Flexible zone changes through the app
• Cleaner long-term installation
• All setup is handled inside the Automower Connect app, where you can define work areas, schedules and temporary stay-out zones.

Important: Wi-Fi Coverage Is Essential

This mower requires stable Wi-Fi coverage across the entire lawn.

It receives satellite correction data via Husqvarna Cloud, enabling positioning accuracy typically better than 5cm.

Before choosing this model, you should:

• Check Wi-Fi strength in your garden
• Consider a Mesh Wi-Fi system if coverage is weak
• Speak to a specialist about connectivity options

Alternative solutions include:

• Automower Connect kit for cellular connectivity
• Husqvarna EPOS RS1 Reference Station for standalone accuracy of approximately 2–3cm
• Correct connectivity setup is critical for reliable performance.

 

AI Vision Technology Explained

The built-in camera uses artificial intelligence to:

• Detect objects on the lawn
• Avoid collisions
• Reduce stoppages
• Maintain efficient mowing paths

This makes the 308V particularly suitable for practical gardens where toys, furniture or garden items may occasionally be left outside.

The AI system works alongside satellite positioning. As long as the mower can see grass, it maintains coverage even in areas where satellite signal temporarily weakens.

 

Lawn Finish Options

The Husqvarna 308V allows you to choose visible mowing patterns:

• Stripes
• Checkerboard
• Triangle pattern

With structured patterns enabled, the mower supports lawns up to 800m². For a traditional carpet-like robotic finish, irregular mowing mode is available and optimised for lawns up to 500m².

 

Who Is This Robotic Mower Right For?

• UK homeowners with lawns up to 800m²
• Gardens with reliable full Wi-Fi coverage
• Customers who want no boundary wire
• Homeowners who want visible stripe patterns

 

Installer Verdict

The Husqvarna Automower 308V is an excellent option for medium-sized, modern UK gardens when connectivity is assessed properly.

When configured correctly, it delivers:

• Clean, consistent mowing
• Reduced manual intervention
• Flexible digital zone control
• Reliable day-to-day operation

Like all wire free robotic mowers, the difference between average and excellent performance comes down to correct setup.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Husqvarna 308V need a boundary wire?
No. It operates using virtual satellite-based boundaries and AI Vision

Does it work under trees?
Yes, as long as Wi-Fi coverage remains stable and the mower can detect grass.

What happens if Wi-Fi drops out?
Temporary signal loss may interrupt positioning accuracy. For unreliable Wi-Fi, alternative connectivity solutions should be considered such as an RS1 reference station – available from Platts Robotics.

Can it mow multiple zones?
Yes. Zones and temporary stay-out areas can be created and adjusted inside the app.

Is 800m² realistic in UK conditions?
Yes, provided the lawn layout is straightforward and Wi-Fi coverage is stable. Very complex gardens may reduce effective capacity.

Why Choose Husqvarna?

Husqvarna has over 30 years of robotic mowing experience and more than 4 million Automower units installed worldwide. Designed in Sweden and manufactured in Europe, these machines are built for long-term durability and performance.