Anthbot M5 vs Gardena SILENO minimo 500
Two robot lawn mowers side by side. All figures are what the makers claim (as of 2026-10-07), not test results. Where a number decides it, the better one is marked.
Specifications compared
| Figure | Anthbot M5 | Gardena SILENO minimo 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn size it can handle | 5,382 sq ft (500 m²) | 5,382 sq ft (500 m²) |
| Slopes | Up to 45%Ahead | Up to 25% |
| List price | $799 | Not stated |
| List price per 100 m² of lawn | $160 | Not stated |
| Noise | 58 dB | 57 dBAhead |
| Guidance | RTK+vision | wire |
| Wire-free | Yes | No |
| Needs a base station on the lawn | No | No |
| Cutting width | 20 cm | 16 cm |
| Drive | 2WD | Not stated |
| Battery | Not stated | Li-ion (rating unknown) |
| Water protection | IPX6 | IPX5 |
| Connectivity | 4G; Wi-Fi | Bluetooth app |
"Ahead" marks the better figure for lawn size, slope, price per lawn size, list price and noise. The list price is the maker's, not a store's.
Which one suits you
Choose the Anthbot M5 if
- Your yard has steeper slopes: 45% claimed against 25%.
- You do not want to bury a boundary wire.
- You want faster mowing: a wider deck, 20 cm against 16 cm.
Choose the Gardena SILENO minimo 500 if
The figures alone do not give it a clear edge here. See its page for the details.
More: all comparisons, best-for lists, report a wrong figure.