Gardena SILENO life 1500 vs Gardena smart SILENO free 1200
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 | Gardena SILENO life 1500 | Gardena smart SILENO free 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn size it can handle | 16,146 sq ft (1,500 m²)Ahead | 12,917 sq ft (1,200 m²) |
| Slopes | Up to 35% | Up to 35% |
| List price | $1,400 | Not stated |
| List price per 100 m² of lawn | $93 | Not stated |
| Noise | 57 dBAhead | 58 dB |
| Guidance | wire | RTK-GNSS |
| Wire-free | No | Yes |
| Needs a base station on the lawn | No | No |
| Cutting width | 22 cm | 22 cm |
| Battery | Li-ion (rating unknown) | Li-ion (rating unknown) |
| Water protection | IPX5 | IPX5 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth app | smart app + Gateway |
"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 Gardena SILENO life 1500 if
- Your lawn is bigger: it is rated for 1,500 m² against 1,200 m².
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