A guy named Dave posted in a mower forum last month asking what to buy since his old 115H finally gave out and the model was nowhere to be found. Twelve replies later, half the thread was arguing about NERA models he couldn’t even buy in his country. That mix up happens a lot right now, so let’s clear it up properly.
If you’re in the US, the best like for like replacement for the 115H is the Automower 415X for a similar wired setup, or the Automower 410iQ if you want to go wire free. If you’re in the UK or Europe, Husqvarna’s NERA lineup and the new Aspire R6V open up more choices, though those exact models aren’t sold in the US at all. Which one fits you comes down to your yard size, your budget, and whether you’re ready to give up the boundary wire for good.
First, Check Which Country You’re Shopping In
This trips people up constantly. The Automower 305E NERA, 310E NERA, and the newer Aspire R6V, 308V, and 312V are UK and European market models. A TechRadar review of the 305E NERA points out directly that American buyers won’t find it, since its coverage range is too small for typical US lawn sizes, and the nearest US spec equivalent is the 410iQ, priced at $2,999.99.
So if you’re searching “automower 305 vs 115h” or “husqvarna aspire r6v” from the US, know upfront that neither is currently sold where you live. Keep reading for the US side of things, and skip to the international section further down if you’re shopping from the UK or Europe.
The Practical US Replacement: Automower 415X
If your old 115H handled a simple, mostly flat yard up to 0.4 acre, the 415X is the closest match Husqvarna sells today. It keeps the same wired boundary setup the 115H used, so installation feels familiar, but it adds GPS assisted theft tracking, which the 115H never had.
Coverage sits at the same 0.4 acre, and it handles steeper slopes than the 115H did, up to around 22 degrees compared to the older model’s 17 degree limit at the boundary wire. For someone who liked the 115H’s simplicity but wants a bit more peace of mind if the mower ever goes missing, this is the straightforward upgrade.
The Wire Free Jump: Automower 410iQ
If burying a boundary wire was your least favorite part of owning the 115H, the 410iQ skips that step completely. It uses Husqvarna’s EPOS satellite navigation system to set virtual boundaries straight from the Automower Connect app, no physical wire required.
Coverage grows slightly to 0.5 acre, and it handles slopes up to 24 degrees. The catch is price. At $2,999.99, it costs roughly four to five times what the 115H sold for, and EPOS still needs either a clear satellite view or a reference station to work properly. It’s a real step up in convenience, just not a cheap one.
For UK and European Buyers: The NERA Lineup
Outside the US, Husqvarna’s NERA series covers similar ground with a different naming scheme. The 305E NERA handles gardens up to 600 square meters with a boundary wire, or up to 900 square meters with the optional EPOS Plug-in for wire free operation, according to a hands on review from Trusted Reviews.
Reviews on this model are mixed, worth knowing before you buy. TechRadar’s review of the 305E NERA reported a demanding satellite view requirement and weak obstacle avoidance, calling the setup process more complicated than expected. Trusted Reviews, on the other hand, praised its build quality and edge cutting performance, while still noting the price sits well above rival wire free mowers like the Segway Navimow.
The 310E NERA steps up to 1,000 square meters of coverage, adds GPS assisted navigation and GeoFence features, and runs about £1,899 including VAT, according to Red Band UK’s listing.
For Smaller Gardens: The New Aspire R6V
Husqvarna’s Aspire R6V launched in 2026 as a smaller, budget friendlier wire free option, priced from £999. It covers gardens up to 600 square meters and adds AI vision to help it keep working in spots where satellite signal gets weak, like under trees or close to buildings, based on Husqvarna’s own UK product listing.
It still needs solid Wi-Fi coverage across the whole lawn to hit its best accuracy, so a garden with patchy internet signal isn’t the ideal match. For a smaller, simpler yard where wire free convenience matters more than raw coverage, it’s worth a look if you’re shopping in the UK or Europe.
Replacement Comparison
| Model | Region | Boundary Type | Coverage | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automower 415X | US | Physical wire | 0.4 acre | Similar to 115H tier |
| Automower 410iQ | US | Wire free EPOS | 0.5 acre | $2,999.99 |
| Automower 305E NERA | UK/EU | Wire or wire free EPOS | 600 to 900 m² | Varies by retailer |
| Automower 310E NERA | UK/EU | Wire or wire free EPOS | Up to 1,000 m² | £1,899 |
| Automower Aspire R6V | UK/EU | Wire free, AI vision | Up to 600 m² | From £999 |
So, Which One Should You Actually Buy?
If you’re in the US and liked the 115H’s simplicity, get the 415X and don’t overthink it. Same wire based setup, better theft protection, similar price range.
If you’re in the US and the wire was always your biggest annoyance, save up for the 410iQ. It costs more, but it removes that entire step from your yard care routine for good.
If you’re shopping from the UK or Europe, the Aspire R6V makes sense for smaller gardens on a tighter budget, while the 310E NERA fits larger, more complex lawns where GeoFence and zone control actually get used. The 305E NERA sits in between, though it’s worth reading a few reviews first given the mixed feedback on its obstacle avoidance and setup process.
Curious why the 115H is stepping aside in the first place? We cover the full reasoning in our piece on [why Husqvarna discontinued the Automower 115H].
The Bottom Line
There’s no single universal replacement for the 115H, since Husqvarna split its lineup by region and by how much you’re willing to spend to go wire free. US buyers get a clean, practical choice between the 415X and the 410iQ. UK and European buyers get more range with the NERA series and the new Aspire R6V, at price points and feature sets that vary a fair bit model to model. Match the choice to your yard size and your patience for either burying a wire or dealing with satellite signal quirks, and you’ll land on the right one.
Check current price and availability for the Automower 415X on Amazon
FAQ
What replaced the Husqvarna Automower 115H in the US? The Automower 415X is the closest match for similar coverage and a wired setup, while the 410iQ offers a wire free upgrade at a higher price point.
Is the Automower 305E NERA available in the US? No. It’s a UK and European market model. US buyers looking for a similar wire free option should check the Automower 410iQ instead.
Is the Husqvarna Aspire R6V worth buying? For smaller gardens up to 600 square meters in the UK or Europe, yes, especially if wire free installation and AI assisted obstacle handling matter more to you than raw coverage size.
How much more expensive is the wire free upgrade compared to the 115H? In the US, the wire free 410iQ costs around $2,999.99, several times more than what the 115H originally sold for. The trade off is skipping the boundary wire installation entirely.