Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO vs Sunseeker X5
The Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO is the better robot mower, 7.4/10 against 7.1/10. It wins on navigation and coverage, value, setup and app.
Score by dimension
| Dimension (weight) | Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO | Sunseeker X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Navigation and coverage (25%) | 9.1● | 8.6 |
| Terrain (20%) | 5.6 | 7.8● |
| Value (15%) | 7.6● | 7.3 |
| Setup and app (15%) | 10.0● | 8.0 |
| Owner reputation (15%) | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Security and weather (10%) | 6.0● | 3.5 |
Specs side by side
| Spec | Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO | Sunseeker X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,399● | $1,499 |
| Max area | 2,023 m² (0.50 acre) | 2,023 m² (0.50 acre) |
| Max slope | 50% | 60%● |
| Navigation | LiDAR | RTK + camera |
| Boundary wire | Not needed | Not needed |
| RTK base station | Not needed● | Required |
| Drive | Not confirmed | AWD |
| Cutting width | 33 cm● | 21.8 cm |
| Runtime | 50 min | Not confirmed |
| Noise | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Water rating | IPX6 mower, IPX4 station | Not confirmed |
Pick the Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO if
- You want to spend less. It costs $100 less.
- You'd rather not mount an RTK antenna.
Pick the Sunseeker X5 if
- You have slopes steeper than 50%.
- Your ground is soft or bumpy and needs AWD.
Questions people ask
Is the Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO better than the Sunseeker X5?
The Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO scores 7.4/10 against 7.1/10 for the Sunseeker X5 on our spec-based score.
Which handles slopes better, Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO or Sunseeker X5?
The Sunseeker X5 is rated for 60% slopes, against 50% for the other.
Which covers a bigger lawn?
The Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO, rated for 2,023 m² (0.50 acre).
Do they need a boundary wire?
Ecovacs GOAT A2000 LiDAR PRO: no. Sunseeker X5: no.