Robot Lawnmowers Gain Australian Buzz After 320,000-Like Video Shows Fence-Gate Hack
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Updated · realestate.com.au · Aug 13
Robot Lawnmowers Gain Australian Buzz After 320,000-Like Video Shows Fence-Gate Hack
3 articles · Updated · realestate.com.au · Aug 13
Summary
A viral clip of a robot mower slipping through a fence opening after cutting a nature strip has reignited interest in the devices across Australia, drawing more than 320,000 likes and 2,000 comments.
Australian retailers now widely stock the machines, with entry-level models starting around $500 and higher-end versions costing thousands, making them more accessible to busy households.
Choice says most models run via smartphone apps, recharge at docking stations and, in newer versions, use geofencing, LiDAR and AI to map yards and avoid obstacles.
Most residential units suit lawns of 250 to 1,000 square metres, and one Australian user said he has used the same mower for five years on 350 square metres as a quiet 'set and forget' tool.
The broader market is expanding fast: robotic lawnmowers were valued at $10.50 billion in 2025 and are projected to reach $30.30 billion by 2034, even as some users question theft risks.