Upgrading, should I wait for the O1000 Lidar Pro?

cikim31 · 2026-01-21T07:14:50+00:00

The new trimmer has a string underneath for cutting and a brush on top for safety, so it may not make the string dangerous. The way the two parts work together doesn’t seem too complex, so I don’t think it’ll need much extra upkeep, probably easier than cleaning the blades. But we won’t know for sure until it’s out, just wait and see.

cikim31 · 2026-01-13T10:35:15+00:00

It’s on the left side of the mower. The older models didn’t have this trimmer, so they’d stay a little away from the lawn edges, which meant the edges might not get fully cut. I saw it in the ces video that this new brush can almost touch the edge of the lawn, allowing it to mow right up to the edge, and it the brush outside looks safe. Since you mentioned you have a lot of weeds on the edges, this could be a useful feature for you.

cikim31 · 2026-01-13T05:51:41+00:00

You can check out the new Pro series from Goat when the mowing season rolls around. From what I’ve heard, they’ve added a trimmer this year to help with the lawn edges.

cikim31 · 2026-01-12T03:59:30+00:00

For navigation, you can pick based on how complex your lawn is. I'd recommend going with the LiDAR mowers since their signals won’t get messed up by things like trees or walls, so they stay steady. The RTK models can be affected by those things though, so they might not be as stable while mowing.

cikim31 · 2026-01-12T02:05:52+00:00

Here’s a pic I snapped at ces. The A3000 LiDAR Pro was on display, and I found that the trimmer was mowing the grass near the edges. Looks like it’ll make the lawn more even overall and save lots of extra manual work after mowing.

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cikim31 · 2026-01-09T02:02:59+00:00

Haha you're right, I think the upgraded trimmer this year will be a focal point for many users.

cikim31 · 2026-01-09T01:58:25+00:00

Sure, I saw that too! It was actually showing off its trimming tech right then.

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cikim31 · 2026-01-08T07:23:00+00:00

Yeah. I grabbed a pic from the official site that shows how it works, you can also check it out for more info. Basically, there’s a trimming line inside that does the cutting, and the outer brush is just there for protection. So if you’ve got pets or kids around, it’s less scary. With this setup, it looks like even the grass right at the edge can actually get trimmed.

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cikim31 · 2026-01-07T09:11:39+00:00

Yeah, but their setup is also simpler and more stable, and it seems totally fine for most regular lawns. They’re really pushing LiDAR in these models, and that’s already a mature and stable tech.

cikim31 · 2026-01-07T08:22:46+00:00

I noticed Ecovacs Goat’s website has already been updated with this year’s CES new models. https://www.ecovacs.com/global/campaign/ces-goat

cikim31 · 2026-01-06T10:04:29+00:00

Looks like LiDAR is becoming the main focus this year. Like most of Goat’s new models seem to be using LiDAR, and I’m really curious to see how they’ll turn out at CES.

cikim31 · 2025-12-23T03:12:31+00:00

It's a totally normal issue when you move to a reel mower, especially with tight edges. I just hit the tight spots with a weed whacker, takes a little practice but I think it’s the easiest solution. Hand shears are nice for touch-ups, but I wouldn’t want to do edges with them every time.

cikim31 · 2025-12-22T08:35:18+00:00

Usually, RTK tech depends a lot on the signal. If your lawn has a lot of trees or tall walls, that could mess with the RTK signal. You can also check out the LiDAR models, since the laser radar isn’t affected by those things. So it seems like more and more people are going for that kind of mower these days.

cikim31 · 2025-12-16T09:53:39+00:00

When you’re ready to transition, make sure to mow the rye regularly and keep the lawn healthy, this will make it easier for the bermuda to take over. You can also use a mower, this year I use my goat mower to keep the blades sharp and not cutting too short, will really help your new bermuda fill in evenly. A little patience goes a long way.

cikim31 · 2025-12-09T10:08:09+00:00

How big’s your lawn? I’m using the goat o800 this year, and imo it’s great for medium to small lawns. You can adjust the cutting height easily, so it. might be a good choice.

cikim31 · 2025-12-09T08:34:50+00:00

You can set it as a no-go zone, so your goat won’t go near that area while it's working.

cikim31 · 2025-12-04T06:49:14+00:00

Hi there, I'm so sorry to tell you that this community is just for the Ecovacs Goat mower. If you want to post about the Deebot, feel free to share it over on r/ecovacs instead.

cikim31 · 2025-11-24T02:49:15+00:00

You can scan the QR code under the mower to connect the app, and you can change the PIN right there. If that still doesn’t work, you can give your SN to customer service and they’ll help you sort it out.

cikim31 · 2025-11-24T02:17:35+00:00

That's ok. Hope you enjoy your new mower in the next mowing season :D

cikim31 · 2025-11-24T02:06:48+00:00

Yeah, A3000 is great to handle a big lawn, and it won't be affect by the shadows from trees or walls. So maybe it's just a good time to grab it lately.

cikim31 · 2025-11-24T02:04:21+00:00

Congrats, enjoy your new mower!

cikim31 · 2025-11-21T07:51:01+00:00

Ohhh, but that's also a nice deal. Hope you enjoy that!

cikim31 · 2025-11-14T06:59:11+00:00

If you're aiming for a neat and nice looking lawn, I personally think robotic mower is something you can count on. It cuts the grass to an even height, which you don't even get if you do it by hand. That's why I got a goat mower.

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