- Both drop the boundary wire, but differently: Husqvarna combines satellite navigation with an AI vision camera, WORX combines cloud-delivered RTK, a stereo camera and V-SLAM.
- Choose the Automower 312V for gardens up to about 1,200 m² with moderate slopes and good Wi-Fi, bought through a dealer; choose the WR344 for steeper or larger lawns up to 1 acre where 4WD and 4G matter.
- The 312V's 40% slope rating applies inside the lawn, with 15% at the boundary; the WR344 is rated to 84% (40°).
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Choose the Husqvarna Automower 312V for a garden up to about 1,200 m² with moderate slopes and Wi-Fi across the whole lawn, especially if you want a dealer to install and service it. Choose the WORX Landroid Vision Cloud 4WD (WR344) for a lawn up to 1 acre with steep or uneven ground, where four-wheel drive and a 4G connection matter more than a dealer network.
Both mowers were announced in January 2026 and both do away with the boundary wire. They get there by different routes, and they suit different gardens.
*Product photos: Husqvarna and WORX.*
Automower 312V vs Vision Cloud 4WD at a Glance
| Decision factor | Husqvarna Automower 312V | WORX Landroid Vision Cloud 4WD (WR344) |
|---|---|---|
| Rated lawn | 1,200 m² (±20%) | 1 acre |
| Navigation | Satellite navigation + AI vision camera | RTK Cloud + stereo camera + V-SLAM |
| Position corrections | Via Husqvarna Cloud | RTK Cloud, no local antenna |
| Drive | Not stated on the checked page | Four-wheel drive, front-wheel steering |
| Slopes | 40% inside the lawn; 15% at the boundary | 84% (40°) |
| Cutting width | 22 cm | 8.7 in |
| Cutting height | 20–50 mm, manual | 1.57–3.54 in, electric |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth and Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 4G |
| Weight | Not stated on our profile | 39.9 lb with battery |
| Price | UK RRP £1,499 | Not shown on the checked US page |
| Buying route | Authorised Husqvarna dealers | WORX and retailers |
Figures come from Husqvarna's UK product page and launch release, and WORX's US product page and launch release.
Navigation: Two Ways to Lose the Wire
Husqvarna pairs satellite navigation with an AI vision camera that recognises and avoids obstacles. Position corrections come through Husqvarna Cloud, and owners draw virtual boundaries in the Automower Connect app. Husqvarna states that loop-free installation needs Wi-Fi coverage over the entire lawn, so check the signal at the far end of the garden before buying.
WORX combines RTK positioning, whose corrections arrive over the cloud rather than from an antenna in the garden, with a stereo camera and V-SLAM mapping. When trees or buildings block satellite signals, WORX says the mower switches to sensor fusion of V-SLAM, inertial data and odometry. RTK Cloud depends on coverage at the address, and WORX asks buyers to check it.
Neither system needs a pole or rooftop antenna. The practical question is which dependency your garden handles better: Wi-Fi reach for Husqvarna, or RTK Cloud and 4G coverage for WORX.
Slopes: Read Both Numbers
This is the clearest difference. WORX rates the WR344 at 84% (40°); one feature panel on the same page says 83%, so treat it as about 40°. Its four motors, independent axles and front-wheel steering are designed for steep and uneven ground.
Husqvarna rates the 312V at 40% inside the installation but only 15% at the boundary. A garden whose edge runs along a bank needs planning, because the boundary limit is the lower one.
Lawn Size and Cutting
The 312V is rated for 1,200 m² with a ±20% tolerance. The WR344 is rated for 1 acre, roughly 4,050 m². WORX also sells ¼, ½ and 1½-acre versions of the same 4WD platform, so check the model code.
The 312V cuts a 22 cm path with height set by hand from 20 to 50 mm. The WR344 cuts an 8.7 in path (about 22 cm) with three blades and electric height adjustment from 1.57 to 3.54 in, which can be set per zone in the app. WORX adds Cut-to-Zero edge trimming.
Buying, Service and Running Costs
Husqvarna sells the 312V through authorised dealers, available from spring 2026. That route usually means help with setup, winter servicing and blade supplies.
WORX sells directly and through retailers. Its box includes spare blade kits and a hose-washable deck, and software updates arrive over the air or by USB. Positioning relies on the RTK Cloud service and a 4G or Wi-Fi connection, so ask about any service terms before buying.
Price
Husqvarna's UK launch release gave an RRP of £1,499, and the UK product page listed £1,499 including VAT in November 2026. The WORX US page showed a placeholder rather than a price when checked, and the January launch release did not state one. Ask WORX or a retailer for a dated local price.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose Husqvarna Automower 312V when:
- the lawn is up to about 1,200 m²;
- slopes are moderate, and edges stay below 15%;
- Wi-Fi reaches every part of the lawn;
- you want a dealer to install and service the mower.
Choose WORX Landroid Vision Cloud 4WD when:
- the lawn has steep or uneven sections;
- it is larger, up to 1 acre for the WR344;
- RTK Cloud and 4G coverage are available at your address;
- you want app-set cutting heights by zone.
See the full specifications in our Automower 312V profile and Vision Cloud 4WD profile, and the background in robot lawn mowers without a perimeter wire.
FAQ
Do these mowers need a boundary wire?
No. The 312V uses virtual boundaries with satellite navigation and an AI camera. The WR344 uses RTK Cloud, a stereo camera and V-SLAM.
Do they need an RTK antenna in the garden?
No. Husqvarna delivers corrections through Husqvarna Cloud, and WORX delivers RTK corrections over the cloud.
Which handles steeper lawns?
The WR344, rated to 84% (40°) with four-wheel drive. The 312V is rated to 40% inside the lawn and 15% at the boundary.
Which is better for a large lawn?
The WR344 is rated for 1 acre against 1,200 m² for the 312V. WORX also sells a 1½-acre version.
How much do they cost?
The 312V has a UK RRP of £1,499. WORX had not shown a WR344 price on its US page when we checked; ask for a local quote.
Sources
- Husqvarna Automower 312V UK product page
- Husqvarna UK launch release, January 2026
- WORX Landroid Vision Cloud 4WD US product page
- WORX Vision Cloud launch release, January 2026
Sources were checked on 7 November 2026. Prices, bundles and regional availability can change.
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