If you have ever wished your lawn would just take care of itself, Segway’s Navimow i108A is the kind of tech that feels like we’re well and truly in the future. Designed for medium-sized Kiwi backyards up to 800 m², the i108A is a fully wire-free robotic mower that uses smart navigation, obstacle detection, and a powerful 5.1Ah battery to keep your lawn looking like it has been professionally groomed every week, without you lifting a finger. This is the top pick for homeowners who want a premium, fully automated mowing experience.
If you have a smaller urban section up to 500 m² and do not need the extended range, Segway’s more compact sibling, the Navimow i105A, still delivers the same intelligent navigation and smart app control, just in a more affordable, lower-capacity package.
Here is why the i108A stands out, and how the i105A fits into the lineup.
Wire-Free Setup: Mowing Without the Messy Boundaries
Traditional robot mowers rely on perimeter wires. They are annoying to install, frustrating to maintain, and easy to accidentally cut. Segway avoids all of that with fully virtual boundaries. Thanks to its EFLS 2.0 positioning system, which combines GNSS and vision-based tracking, the Navimow i108A maps and manages your entire lawn with centimetre-level precision. No cables and no digging. Place the charging dock, open the app, and let it map itself.
Once it is running, it handles multi-zone lawns, off-limits areas, and even narrow channels, making it a great fit for more complex Kiwi garden layouts.
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Where the i108A really steps up is stamina. With a 5.1Ah battery, it delivers up to 120 minutes of mowing per charge. That is enough to keep an 800 m² lawn in shape without constant interruptions. The mower automatically returns to the charger when needed, then continues right where it left off.
The i105A uses a smaller 2.55Ah battery and offers up to 60 minutes of mowing, which suits lawns around 500 m².
Both models share the same cutting range of 20 to 60 mm and an 18 cm cutting width. The difference is simply how much ground they can cover in one session.
Knows What’s in Its Path and What to Avoid
The i108A uses Segway’s VisionFence system, combining a 140-degree camera with AI algorithms that recognise more than 150 common obstacles. This includes pets, toys, tools, and wildlife.
There is also an Animal Friendly Mode, which keeps a safe buffer around pets and wildlife. It is a thoughtful feature that adds peace of mind.
The i105A uses the same obstacle avoidance and mapping technology, so you are not losing safety features by choosing the smaller model. The main difference is lawn size capacity.
All-Weather, All-Terrain Reliability
New Zealand weather can be unpredictable, but the Navimow range is built to handle it. Both the i108A and i105A carry an IP66 rating, so they can deal with rain, dirt, dust, and the occasional sprinkler without issue.
They can also handle slopes of up to 30 percent, making them suitable for rolling or slightly uneven lawns that are common in suburban areas.
Quiet Enough to Mow at Night
Robot mowers should be discreet, and the Navimow models deliver on that. Both the i108A and i105A operate at just 58 dB(A), which is quieter than a normal conversation.
You can run them early in the morning or later in the evening without annoying the neighbours.
App-Controlled, Schedule-Friendly, and Smart-Home Ready
Everything is controlled through the Segway Navimow app. You can set virtual boundaries, create zones, exclude areas, adjust mowing height, and fine-tune schedules whenever you like.
Both models support Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, with optional 4G connectivity for remote monitoring.
They also support Alexa and Google Home, making them easy to integrate into a smart home setup.
Which One Should You Choose?
Choose the Segway Navimow i108A if your lawn is between 400 and 800 m², you want longer runtime with fewer recharges, and you want the most capable model in the series.
Choose the Segway Navimow i105A if your lawn is up to 500 m², you want the same AI features at a lower price, and you live on a smaller urban property.
For medium-sized Kiwi lawns, the i108A is the clear standout. For smaller yards, the i105A still delivers far more than you would expect for its size.
Get Mowing Now (or don’t actually!)
The Segway Navimow i108A is one of the smartest and most user-friendly robotic mowers available today. It combines AI, precise mapping, and true wire-free convenience into a clean, future-ready package. The i105A remains a strong, more affordable alternative for smaller sections, but if you have the space, the i108A is well worth the upgrade.
If you are ready to retire your manual mower and reclaim your weekends, this is the kind of upgrade that makes you wonder why you did not switch sooner.
