STIHL iMOW – Robotic Lawn Mowers & Connected Lawn Care Ecosystem Overview

Created by Lamont Gibson, Modified on Sun, 5 Jul at 3:54 PM by Lamont Gibson

Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the STIHL iMOW ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of products, platform features, mobile app capabilities, smart mowing technologies, integrations, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

STIHL iMOW is a robotic lawn mowing platform that automates residential lawn care using intelligent navigation, GPS positioning, AI-assisted routing, weather-aware scheduling, and smartphone management through the MY iMOW® and MY STIHL mobile applications.

Supported Products

Residential Robotic Lawn Mowers

iMOW 3
iMOW 4
iMOW 5
iMOW 6
iMOW 7
iMOW EVO Series
iMOW Compact Series

Commercial & Professional Models

Professional iMOW Models
Large Property Models

Accessories

Docking Station
Boundary Wire
Wire Connectors
Pegs & Installation Kits
Replacement Blades
Garage Shelter
Wheel Cleaning Kits
Battery Accessories

Mobile Applications

MY iMOW App
MY STIHL App

Mobile App Features

Feature	Description
Device Management	Add, organize, rename, and manage robotic mowers.
Remote Control	Start, pause, stop, and dock the mower remotely.
Lawn Management	Configure mowing areas and lawn size.
Scheduling	Create automatic mowing schedules.
Live Status	Monitor mower activity, battery level, and current task.
Notifications	Receive maintenance, weather, and error alerts.
Firmware Updates	Install over-the-air software updates.
Multi-Mower Management	Manage multiple iMOW robots from one account.

Subscription Services

Free Features

Remote Mower Control
Lawn Scheduling
Device Monitoring
Notifications
Firmware Updates
Maintenance Tracking
Weather Information
Device Sharing

Premium Features

No monthly subscription required.
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular connectivity (supported models) are included with compatible iMOW robots.

Core Hardware Features

Feature	Description
Intelligent Navigation	Optimizes mowing routes for efficient lawn coverage.
GPS Navigation	Uses GPS positioning on supported models for improved navigation.
Automatic Charging	Returns to the docking station when battery power is low.
Floating Cutting Deck	Adapts to uneven terrain.
Electric Cutting System	Quiet, battery-powered mowing operation.
Rain Sensor	Delays mowing during wet weather.

Lawn Care Features

Automatic Mowing
Scheduled Mowing
Multi-Zone Mowing
Spot Mowing
Edge Mowing
Adjustable Cutting Height
Seasonal Scheduling
Recharge & Resume
Lawn Coverage Optimization
Quiet Operation

Navigation Features

Intelligent Route Planning
GPS Navigation
Boundary Wire Navigation
Narrow Passage Navigation
Automatic Docking
Obstacle Detection
Slope Management
Lawn Zone Management
Automatic Path Optimization

Smart Features

Feature	Description
Adaptive Mowing Plan	Automatically adjusts mowing frequency based on lawn growth and schedule.
Weather Adaptation	Delays mowing during rain or unfavorable weather conditions.
Smart Scheduling	Automatically manages mowing schedules for multiple lawn zones.
GPS Tracking	Displays mower location on supported models.
Remote Management	Operate and monitor the mower from anywhere using the app.
Quiet Mode	Optimizes mowing for reduced operating noise.

Automation Features

Automatic Scheduling
Weather-Based Scheduling
Rain Delay
Recharge & Resume
Automatic Charging
Seasonal Scheduling
Multi-Zone Scheduling
Quiet Mode Scheduling
Maintenance Reminders
Automatic Route Optimization

Notification Features

Mowing Started
Mowing Completed
Charging Status
Low Battery Alerts
Rain Delay Alerts
Error Notifications
Lift Alerts
Maintenance Reminders
Firmware Update Notifications
Device Offline Alerts

Maintenance Features

Blade Replacement Reminders
Cleaning Reminders
Firmware Updates
Battery Health Monitoring
Service Logs
Diagnostic Information
Maintenance History

Security Features

PIN Protection
Lift Detection
Tilt Detection
GPS Location Tracking (supported models)
Anti-Theft Protection
Secure Cloud Communication

Privacy Features

Two-Factor Authentication
Secure Cloud Services
Device Sharing
User Permissions
Encrypted Communications

Smart Home Integrations

Amazon Alexa
Google Home
MY STIHL Platform
Home Assistant (community integration)
Weather Services

Voice Assistant Integration

Amazon Alexa

Start Mowing
Pause Mowing
Return to Dock
Check Mower Status

Google Home

Start Mowing
Stop Mowing
Dock Mower
Check Battery Status

Device Management Features

Add Devices
Remove Devices
Rename Devices
Lawn Zone Management
Schedule Management
Device Sharing
Firmware Updates
Maintenance History
Diagnostics
Activity Reports

Common Customer Requests

Connect MY iMOW App
Pair Robot Mower
Configure Wi-Fi
Install Boundary Wire
Configure Lawn Zones
Create Mowing Schedule
Adjust Cutting Height
Enable Rain Delay
Configure GPS Features
Connect Alexa
Connect Google Home
Update Firmware
Troubleshoot Navigation Issues
Restore Wi-Fi Connection
Replace Blades