Updated September 30, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
B&Q vs Flymo
B&Q
Flymo
Higher score in this comparison
Where B&Q and Flymo differ
| Compare | B&QReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | FlymoReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Largest lawn area (m²) | 800 | 1,500Higher |
| Warranty | 3 yearsHigher | 2 years |
| Shared battery platform | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | GB, IE, JE, GGCovers more | GB, IE |
| Price from | £129.95 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Noise level (dB) (58), App control (Yes).
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Key differences
- Flymo scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Largest lawn area (m²) is higher at Flymo: 1,500 vs 800.
- Warranty is higher at B&Q: 3 years vs 2 years.
- Shared battery platform: only Flymo.
- Founded is lower at Flymo: 1965 vs 1969.
- B&Q is available in 2 more countries.
- Products: only B&Q offers Sofas, Sofa beds, Armchairs.
- Products: only Flymo offers Robot mower, Lawn mower, Trimmer.
- Robot mower navigation: only B&Q offers Rtk gps.
- Robot mower navigation: only Flymo offers Boundary wire.
Our verdict on each
B&Q
B&Q suits readers who want one home store covering furniture, beds, kitchen, lighting, decor and garden in the UK. Sofas start at £129.95, returns run 90 days and delivery takes 1 to 5 weeks, with price match and finance at checkout.
Flymo
Flymo suits UK and Irish gardens that want one brand for the robot mower and the rest of the garden kit, with app control and a shared battery platform across the range. Max area of 1,500 square metres and a warranty of 2 years are the trade-offs to weigh against rivals.
Score breakdown
| Area | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.2Entry prices start at £129.95 and delivery runs 1 to 5 weeks, with returns accepted for 90 days. | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 9.3HigherPrice match, finance and click and collect sit alongside an assembly service and made to measure blinds. | 9.0Range spans robot mowers to garden tools, with app control, scored 9 on offer. |
| Trust | 9.6HigherA return window of 90 days, a warranty of 3 years and support across email, phone and help centre. | 9.1Backed by Flymo UK Husqvarna Group in GB, working since 1965, with support across email, phone and help centre. Trust scores 9.1. |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Largest lawn area (m²) | 800 | 1,500 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Noise level (dB) | 58 | 58 |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Robot lawn mowers | 17 of 26 | 15 of 26 |
| Lawn mowers and garden tools | 35 of 74 | 34 of 74 |
If neither fits
Dreame has largest lawn area (m²) at 5,000, against 800 for B&Q and 1,500 for Flymo.
Dreame reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Sofas, Sofa beds, Armchairs, Beds, Bed frames, Office chairs, Standing desks, Dining, Storage, Outdoor furniture | Robot mower, Lawn mower, Trimmer, Leaf blower, Chainsaw, Pressure washer, Garden tools |
| Robot mower navigation | Rtk gps | Boundary wire |
| Legal entity | B&Q Limited | Flymo UK Husqvarna Group |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1969 | 1965Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Furniture
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery time (weeks) | 1 to 5 | Not confirmed |
| Return window | 90 days | Not confirmed |
| In-home trial | 0 days | Not confirmed |
| Assembly included | No | Not confirmed |
| Free delivery | No | Not confirmed |
| Materials | Fabric, Leather, Velvet, Wood, Metal, Rattan | Not confirmed |
Home decor
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Made to measure | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Free samples | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Machine washable | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Free delivery threshold | £100 to £500 | Not confirmed |
Cookware and kitchenware
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Cookware materials | Stainless, Cast iron, Enamelled cast iron, Carbon steel, Ptfe nonstick, Copper | Not confirmed |
| Induction ready | Yes | Not confirmed |
Grills and pizza ovens
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel types | Gas, Charcoal, Pellet, Multi fuel | Not confirmed |
| Portable models | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Cooking area (cm²) | 2,670.3 | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | B&Q | Flymo | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | £129.95above the median | Not confirmed | £57.95 |
| Largest lawn area (m²) | 800lowest quarter | 1,500below the median | 2,200 |
| Warranty | 3 yearsat the median | 2 yearsbelow the median | 3 years |
| Noise level (dB) | 58below the median | 58below the median | 59 |
Median across 23 listed brands.
Pros and cons
B&Q
Pros
- Returns are accepted for 90 days, against a median of 30 across the brands tracked here.
- Sofas start at £129.95, well under the median queen price of €1,001.89 tracked on the site.
- Delivery takes 1 to 5 weeks, and the same window beats the median of 0 across the site.
Cons
- Delivery is not free, and free delivery starts at a basket of £100 to £500.
- Assembly is not included, though an assembly service is sold separately.
- Warranty cover runs 3 years, shorter than the site median of 5.
Flymo
Pros
- Range covers robot mower, lawn mower and trimmer, covering both robotic and hand held garden work under one brand
- App control is supported, so mowing can be scheduled and monitored from a phone
- A shared battery platform means one charger can serve several Flymo machines
Cons
- Boundary wire navigation means the lawn needs a cable laid before the mower runs, on boundary wire.
- Warranty of 2 years sits below the robot mower field, ranking 11 of 19.
- Max area of 1,500 square metres ranks 10 of 14, below the largest mowers tracked.
Who each suits
B&Q
Who it suits
- Readers who want furniture, kitchen, lighting, decor and garden in one basket
- UK buyers who shop on 90 days of returns and price match rather than on a trial
- Shoppers who want a local store for click and collect
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers after a sleep trial, since there is no in home trial
- Furniture specialists such as Pottery Barn, whose store categories include bedding
- Home office buyers who only want seating, where buerostuhl24 Bürostühle und Büromöbel is narrower to that need
Flymo
Who it suits
- Households wanting the robot mower and the wider garden kit from one brand, since robot mower, lawn mower and trimmer runs from robot mowers to pressure washers
- Owners with a mid sized lawn close to the 1,500 square metre mark who are comfortable laying a boundary wire
- Gardens near neighbours, where 58 decibels and app scheduling make runs easy to live with
Who should look elsewhere
- Large estates above the listed 1,500 square metres, where a bigger mower from another brand gives more ground covered per charge
- Buyers who want wire free navigation, since Flymo lists boundary wire
- Anyone outside GB and IE who cannot source local parts and service
Country by country
| Country | B&Q | Flymo |
|---|---|---|
| Guernsey | Yes | No |
| Jersey | Yes | No |
| Ireland | Yes | Yes |
| United Kingdom | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
B&Q
How long do I have to return a sofa or a rug?+
B&Q accepts returns for 90 days, which is generous next to the site median of 30. That window applies across the ranges it sells, so a large piece can be sent back within the same limit as a smaller item. Returns are the main route for judging a sofa, since there is no in home trial.
What does delivery cost and how long does it take?+
Delivery takes 1 to 5 weeks. Free delivery is not standard here, but it kicks in once your basket reaches £100 to £500. The fastest end of that window lines up with the site median of 0, so collecting in person is the quicker route when a deadline is tight.
Flymo
What kinds of machines does Flymo sell?+
Flymo spans robot mower, lawn mower and trimmer, so a single brand can cover the mower plus trimmers, a leaf blower, a chainsaw, a pressure washer and garden tools. That breadth suits buyers who would rather run one support line and one battery platform than mix suppliers.
Does the robot mower need a boundary wire?+
Flymo's listed navigation is boundary wire, which means a cable has to mark the lawn edges before the mower can work unattended. It suits a straightforward plot, and less suited to a lawn with complicated boundaries that need a wire run around every edge.
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