TL;DR
Mammotion unveiled the Luba 3 AWD at CES 2026, a robot lawnmower that uses lidar, dual cameras, an upgraded AI chip and geopositioning to build live 3D maps while mowing. The mower is offered for preorder in North America, the UK and the EU, with multiple models and price tiers.
What happened
At CES 2026 Mammotion introduced the Luba 3 AWD, an update to its flagship robotic lawnmower that adds a lidar-based navigation layer to the company’s existing sensor suite. The Luba 3 AWD combines a 360-degree horizontal lidar sweep and a 59-degree vertical scan—able to reach up to about 330 feet—with dual 1080p cameras and an upgraded AI processor rated at 10 TOPS. Mammotion describes this “Tri‑Fusion” system as fusing lidar, NetRTK geopositioning and camera-based AI to generate a live, centimeter-level 3D map of a yard and to detect more than 300 obstacle types in sun or shade, including pets and toys. Hardware specs include a 15.8‑inch cutting width, dual six‑blade discs, four independently driven motors that can tackle up to an 80% grade, and a 15Ah battery rated to mow roughly 7,000 square feet per hour. The Luba 3 AWD is available for preorder in North America, the UK and the EU, starting at the listed price points.
Why it matters
- Lidar adds vertical scanning and range that can improve mapping in complex yards with trees and elevation changes.
- A combined lidar, camera and geopositioning approach can reduce reliance on physical boundary wires and simplify setup.
- Onboard AI that recognizes pets and common obstacles could reduce interruptions and increase autonomous operation.
- Centimeter-level mapping may allow more precise route planning and edge trimming compared with GPS-only systems.
Key facts
- Product announced at CES 2026: Mammotion Luba 3 AWD.
- Navigation uses a Tri‑Fusion system: lidar, NetRTK geopositioning, and an AI chip with cameras.
- Lidar: 360° horizontal field of view, 59° vertical field, up to 330 feet range, centimeter-level accuracy.
- Cameras: dual 1080p sensors; AI chip rated at 10 TOPS for on-device processing.
- Geopositioning: NetRTK (Real‑Time Kinematics) connects via 4G or Wi‑Fi and claimed to navigate without physical base stations.
- Cutting hardware: 15.8‑inch width, dual six‑blade discs, four independent drive motors, up to 80% (38.6°) slope capability.
- Power and performance: 15Ah battery, up to about 7,000 sq ft per hour and up to 1.75 acres per day.
- Availability and pricing: Luba 3 AWD starts at $2,399 / £2,099 / €2,299 and is available for preorder in North America, the UK and the EU; four models support lawns from 0.37 to 2.5 acres.
- Related models: upgraded Luba Mini 2 AWD and Yuka Mini 2 also get the new AI processor; Mini and Yuka models have separate pricing and regional rollouts.
What to watch next
- Independent, real‑world testing of obstacle recognition and mapping accuracy versus Mammotion’s claims: not confirmed in the source.
- Performance and reliability of NetRTK geopositioning in locations with weak or intermittent cellular/Wi‑Fi coverage: not confirmed in the source.
- How Mammotion handles map storage, data sharing and user privacy for live 3D maps created by lidar and cameras: not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Lidar: A sensing method that uses laser light pulses to measure distance and build detailed 3D representations of environments.
- NetRTK (Real‑Time Kinematics): A high-precision geopositioning technique that improves location accuracy by correcting satellite positioning data in real time, often via network connections.
- TOPS: Short for trillions of operations per second, a performance metric commonly used to describe the throughput of AI acceleration chips.
- Cutting width: The lateral span of grass a mower can cut in a single pass, typically measured in inches.
Reader FAQ
When was the Luba 3 AWD announced?
Mammotion unveiled the Luba 3 AWD at CES 2026.
Does the Luba 3 AWD require physical boundary wires?
According to Mammotion, the mower uses NetRTK geopositioning and lidar to navigate without the need for physical base stations or wires.
Can the Luba 3 AWD recognize pets and toys?
Mammotion says the system can identify pets, toys and more than 300 obstacle types using its AI and cameras; independent verification is not included in the source.
How much does it cost and where can I preorder?
The Luba 3 AWD starts at $2,399 / £2,099 / €2,299 and is available for preorder in North America, the UK and the EU.
Are warranty terms and subscription fees mentioned?
Not confirmed in the source.
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