Landscaping service vs robo-mower

[Alex Chekhov]

Hi, i just bought a multi, and there is a substantial size lawn... I'm trying to decide if it is worth trying out robo-mower (like Husquarna automower) makes sense...

Pros:
1. given the cost of landscaping service, I will break even after one season
2. It is quiet and does not disturb tenants
3. lawn looks better and healthier (supposedly)
4. if i schedule it to mow at night, it will (hopefully) keep deer away

Cons:
1. this thing will require monthly service - just basic cleaning and blade replacement (those are very cheap)
2. risk of theft is low where I am, plus I'll add it to the property insurance, so this is a minor "con"
3. myself (or someone else) needs to get it out of the basement in the spring and put it away in the autumn.

I wonder if anyone already uses them and can share their mileage. Thanks!

[Patricia Steiner]

It's that "For safety reasons, keep pets and small children away from the lawn while the mower is operating" that doesn't work for me.  I can tell you right now that some idiot with more time on his hands than brains is going to try and ride that sucker while drunk out of his mind.  It's hard to overcome stupid and stupid is everywhere.  It's just not "robo" enough for me - or "stupid proof" to use it unattended.  

Just one opinion.