Automower®

How to connect your Automower® robotic lawn mower to Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to monitor and control your Automower® remotely via the Automower® Connect app. For Wi-Fi-only models, it’s essential for EPOS® wire free navigation (via the Husqvarna Cloud) and firmware updates. This guide explains requirements, setup steps and best practices.

Automower® models by connectivity type

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Wi-Fi-only models

These models connect to Husqvarna Cloud using only Wi-Fi:

  • Aspire™ R4
  • Automower® 320 NERA*
  • Automower® 305E NERA*
  • Automower® 310E NERA*
  • Aspire™ R6V*
  • Automower® 308V*
  • Automower® 312V*

*Can be upgraded with an Automower® Connect Kit (installed by a dealer) to add mobile connectivity. Read more about the Automower® Connect kit in this article.

Wi-Fi + mobile models

These models can use both Wi-Fi and mobile networks:

  • Automower® 430X NERA
  • Automower® 450X NERA
  • Automower® 405XE NERA
  • Automower® 410XE NERA
  • Automower® 405VE NERA
  • Automower® 410VE NERA
  • Automower® 430V NERA
  • Automower® 450V NERA

Mobile-only models

  • Automower® 435X AWD
  • Automower® 435X AWD NERA

Note: Other Automower® models do not have Wi-Fi hardware capability.

Wi-Fi requirements by installation type

When is Wi-Fi required

EPOS® installations via Husqvarna Cloud

  • Wi-Fi-only mowers: Require continuous Wi-Fi coverage across the entire work area to receive satellite correction data for navigation. Without Wi-Fi, these mowers cannot operate. Models equipped with AI vision technology switch to camera-guided navigation, continuing for up to 50 metres before stopping if Wi-Fi signal is not recovered.
  • Mowers with Wi-Fi + mobile: Can switch to mobile network if Wi-Fi is unavailable, ensuring continuous operation.

EPOS® installations with reference station

  • Wi-Fi is not required for mowing or navigation
  • Wi-Fi enables remote control via the app when mower is within range

Boundary wire installations

  • Wi-Fi is not required for mowing or navigation
  • Wi-Fi enables remote control via the app when mower is within range

Network requirements

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Network requirements

  • Network visibility: SSID must be visible (not hidden)
  • Signal strength: Strong Wi-Fi signal at the charging station (Wi-Fi-only models)
  • Coverage area: For EPOS® via Husqvarna Cloud, full lawn coverage (Wi-Fi-only models)

Before you start

How to connect to Wi-Fi

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  1. Open the Automower® Connect app and log in.
  2. Position the mower close to the router.
  3. Navigate to: More > Settings > Automower® Connect
  4. Enter your PIN code.
  5. Under Wi-Fi, tap Select network
  6. Choose your network and enter password
  7. Tap Connect and wait for confirmation.

Managing multiple networks

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Network storage capacity

  • Save up to 10 Wi-Fi networks to your account
  • Mower connects to one network at a time
  • Automatically connects to the strongest available saved network
  • To switch or remove networks, use the app settings

What happens when Wi-Fi connection is lost?

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EPOS® installations via Husqvarna Cloud

  • Wi-Fi-only models: Stop mowing, search for signal, and display error message if connection is not recovered. Lose remote access via the app. Models equipped with AI vision technology switch to camera-guided navigation, continuing for up to 50 metres before stopping if Wi-Fi signal is not recovered.
  • Wi-Fi + mobile models: Switch to mobile network and continues operating

EPOS® installations with reference station

  • Wi-Fi-only models: Continue mowing according to schedule, but no remote access via the app
  • Wi-Fi + mobile models: Continue mowing, switch to mobile for remote access

Boundary wire installations

  • Wi-Fi-only models: Continue mowing according to schedule, but no remote access via the app
  • Wi-Fi + mobile models: Continue mowing, switch to mobile for remote access

Firmware updates (FOTA) and Wi-Fi requirements

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FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) enables automatic firmware updates for Automower® to receive the latest features, improvements, and bug fixes.

Wi-Fi requirements for FOTA updates

  • Wi-Fi-only models: Must have strong Wi-Fi signal at the charging station. Updates cannot be installed without Wi-Fi connection.
  • Wi-Fi + mobile models: Can receive updates via mobile network if Wi-Fi is unavailable at the charging station.

When FOTA updates occur

  • Updates are downloaded when the mower is parked at the charging station
  • You’ll receive notifications in the Automower® Connect app about available and installed updates

Important: For Wi-Fi-only models, ensure consistent Wi-Fi coverage at the charging station location to receive firmware updates.

Troubleshooting connection issues

If you experience issues, see our dedicated guide: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi issues on Automower® robotic lawn mowers

See also: How to add an Automower® robotic lawn mower to Automower® Connect | What is FOTA (Firmware Over The Air)? | Is Automower® secure? Understanding connectivity and privacy

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