Friendly Robotics RoboMower 21-Inch Automatic Cordless Electric Lawn Mower and Docking Station #RL1000

The RL1000 is the ultimate RL series mower to be introduced for 2007. Not only does in include all of the great features on the RL850, it also includes a docking station and system for true automation. Simply select the day and times you want the lawn mowed and the RL1000 will do it automatically for you, day after day and week after week, truly the most efficient way to keep your lawn maintained. The RL1000 still includes all the functionality as before, manual trim mowing and the ability to drive it anywhere and even use it in other smaller areas without the docking station. This unit is also equipped with a rain sensor. This rain sensor will prevent the Robomower from coming out of its docking station and mowing if it is raining. Also, if it starts raining when the unit is mowing, the RL 1000 will return to the docking station.

Features:

• The RL1000 can be programmed to operate on a pre-selected day and time for the entire season
• The RL1000 can enter the ...
  List Price: $1,795.99
  Amazon Price: $1,852.54
  Customer Review: Very pleased so far.
  I got this guy off-season and got him set up, running through multiple "shake-down cruises." Very few problems so far; a bit of a learning curve in setting up the perimeter, etc. But, jeez-o-pete, is he ever so cool! I may design and build a home for him, to simplify the winter storage process, but I can't wait until spring so I can truly turn him loose and see how well he performs in real life. The docs are accurate, though a bit sparse, so far. There is a growing community of dedicated users more than happy to share their thoughts and experiences, which is a huge asset. I wish I knew how to build a body-mod for him so he would look like the chomping turtle on the Flintstones! A very positive experience so far.
  Customer Review: This Mower worthless
  You have to have a flat lot, and not many trees in there for Friendly Robo... to work. It will get stuck right by the trees, and if it rained, then you cannot use it because it gets stuck. It can not cut tall grass, and leaves some grass here and there. The worst part is the service. Mine had problem the second week, and when I called the tech. the only way he would look at it is for me to ship it to them. That is 80 to 100 dollars in shipment, and he didn't know how long it will take. You are dealing with Middle Eastern company, so don't expect good customer service.