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Robotic mowers might sound like science fiction, but they’re quickly becoming the talk of the lawn care industry. Surprisingly, only a handful of landscaping companies are actually taking the plunge with robotics. Enter Robin, a Texas-based lawn care startup that’s putting robotics front and center in its business model.

“We’ll have these branded mowers, we’re going straight to the manufacturer and basically buying them wholesale. We come in and say let us install it, and then we’ll lease it to you for less than what you would pay for weekly mowing from a lawn service.”

— Justin Crandall, Robin Co-founder

Why This Approach Works


Robin’s plan addresses two major hurdles that have slowed the U.S. adoption of robotic lawn mowers:

  1. High Equipment Costs

    Top-of-the-line robotic mowers often cost more than standard push or riding mowers.

  2. Complex Installation

    Robotic mowers can be challenging to set up, especially for yards with unique layouts or obstacles.


By bundling setup and support into a monthly leasing fee, Robin offers a compelling way to lower the barrier to entry. Customers don’t have to handle installation or shoulder high upfront costs. Beyond robots, Robin also provides traditional lawn care add-ons—a smart move that lets them meet a variety of client needs.

Commercial-Grade Robotic Mowers


High-end commercial mowers are already out there, proving that robotic tools can handle even sprawling landscapes.

☑ BigMow

Touting itself as “the most powerful robotic mower in the world,” BigMow can tackle steep slopes (up to 45% or 24 degrees) and handle around 5 acres of turf. Sonar sensors help it dodge fences, stumps, and other hazards.

☑ MowBotix

Instead of building an entirely new machine, MowBotix focuses on converting standard riding mowers into autonomous workhorses. The concept has attracted investor attention, including a recent $100,000 infusion from San Antonio’s RealCo Seed Fund Program.

Residential Robotic Mowers


Unlike BigMow, Robin’s strategy zeroes in on consumer-grade robotic mowers, which it buys in bulk. These mowers may be smaller, but they’re packed with enough features to handle most residential lawns.

☑ Husqvarna Automower

Arguably the front-runner in the consumer segment, Automower works on lawns up to 1.25 acres and 45% slopes. Its navigation relies on shock sensors, GPS, and self-charging technology, plus a handy smartphone app.

☑ Worx Landroid

A sub-$1000 option that still delivers impressive performance, Landroid is affordable, easy to set up, and even snagged a spot on Consumer Reports’ “Most Innovative Home Products” list in 2015.

Streamlining the Paperwork with Cloud-Based Software


Robotic mowers can save your crew serious time on labor-intensive tasks—but what about the other time sink: paperwork? From invoicing and scheduling to dispatching teams, managing the administrative side of a landscaping business can be a real headache.


That’s where modern, cloud-based lawn care software comes in. At MV Group Business Consulting, we recommend AI Quantum Synergy, our cutting-edge platform designed to tackle all your back-office work in one place:

  1. Online Booking

    Customers can schedule services any time, day or night, through a secure form on your website.

  2. Job Scheduling & Dispatch

    All incoming data flows straight into a shared calendar and dispatching dashboard. No more scattered spreadsheets or guessing who’s available for the next job.

  3. Seamless Scalability

    As your business grows—maybe you add a new crew, offer design services, or expand to another city—AI Quantum Synergy keeps pace without missing a beat.

  4. Time Savings

    Automate repetitive tasks so your team can spend more energy on higher-level activities, like designing custom landscaping projects or testing new robotic equipment.

Robots on the Horizon


So, what’s next? Will landscaping companies eventually deploy an army of specialized bots, or will we see a single multi-purpose monster machine that plows snow, rakes leaves, and mows grass all in one pass?

☑ The Kobi CompanyTheir flagship robot, Kobi, can mow up to seven acres, blow leaves, and even clear snow—though each mode has different capacity limits. If the consumer version takes off, Kobi could shift its sights to commercial markets, paving the way for an all-in-one “mega-bot.”


Either way, the future of landscaping is shaping up to be heavily automated—both in the field and in the office.

The Bottom Line


Landscapers are at a crossroads: Demand for lawn maintenance remains high, and new trends—like custom outdoor living spaces—promise untapped revenue streams. But workforce shortages, safety concerns, and mundane administrative tasks can slow your progress.

Automation and smart software offer a path forward. Robotic mowers reduce manual labor, while cloud-based platforms (like AI Quantum Synergy) handle everything from job scheduling to final invoices. Embracing both puts you in a prime position to grow faster, delight your customers, and outrun your competition.

Ready for a Done-For-You Solution?


At MV Group Business Consulting, we understand that juggling advanced robotics and back-office workflows can become overwhelming. That’s why we’ve developed a Done-For-You Program to manage the complexities—everything from sourcing bots for  bulk robotic mower purchases to fine-tuning your scheduling and billing processes—so you can focus on delivering exceptional lawn care.

And to ensure your operation runs like a well-tuned machine, we recommend AI Quantum Synergy, our all-in-one, cloud-based software tool. With AI Quantum Synergy taking care of your administrative tasks, you’ll have the freedom to focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and strategic growth.

Eager to explore how robotics and AI Quantum Synergy can transform your lawn care business? Reach out to MV Group Business Consulting. We’ll walk you through every step, so you can spend less time on paperwork and more time creating lawns your customers will love.

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