# Automower Connect vs AiMowbot SMART

The clearest difference is rating: Automower Connect at 4.5 against AiMowbot SMART's 3.5. Automower Connect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (50% vs 20%). AiMowbot SMART's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AiMowbot SMART sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Automower Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Automower Connect holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Automower Connect has 8.8K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Automower Connect's written reviews are positive against 20% of AiMowbot SMART's.

Automower Connect ships an update monthly, AiMowbot SMART every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Automower Connect | AiMowbot SMART |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/automower-connect/id983601778/reviews)** | [3.5 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aimowbot-smart/id6757325270/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.8K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **50.2% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 341 MB | 192 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Husqvarna](https://appshunter.io/developer/419593757) | [Globe Technologies Sweden AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1502530757) |

## What reviewers say

### Automower Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/automower-connect/id983601778)

Control your robotic lawnmower remotely. Monitor its status, receive alerts, and send commands like start, pause, and park. Configure settings, track its GPS location, and receive theft alarms for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** Remote mower status monitoring, Start, Pause, and Park commands, Configure mower settings, Real-time GPS tracking, Theft alarm notifications, Bluetooth and cellular connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Exceptional performance
- 👍 Trouble-free operation
- 💡 Convenient remote control
- 🔋 Long-lasting battery
- 👍 Easy to use app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable app functionality
- 🐛 Inaccurate map and location tracking
- 🐛 Buggy software updates
- 🐛 Loss of key features after updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Incorrect mower status reporting
- Scheduling issues and lost settings
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Mower getting stuck or going off-course

**Requested features**

- Ability to control mower remotely without Bluetooth
- Option to mow specific zones or areas
- Detailed mowing history and analytics
- Automatic weather-based scheduling
- Easier app navigation and customization


### AiMowbot SMART

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aimowbot-smart/id6757325270)

Control and monitor your smart robotic mower remotely. Easily set up your device, map your lawn, and adjust cutting settings from your phone. Enjoy a perfectly maintained lawn with minimal effort.

**Highlights:** Remote mower control, Wire-free lawn mapping, Status monitoring, Customizable cutting height, Work mode selection, No-go zone definition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quick View Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Travel Care Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Vacation Guard Pack | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Automower Connect free?

Automower Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AiMowbot SMART free?

AiMowbot SMART is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Automower Connect or AiMowbot SMART?

Automower Connect is rated higher. Automower Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8.8K ratings, while AiMowbot SMART averages 3.5 from 14 ratings.

### Do Automower Connect or AiMowbot SMART have ads?

Neither Automower Connect nor AiMowbot SMART shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Automower Connect or AiMowbot SMART?

Automower Connect ships an update monthly, and AiMowbot SMART every 9 days. Most recently, Automower Connect was updated on September 24, 2026 and AiMowbot SMART on September 10, 2026.

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