Robot Golf
Ball Picker
The WayRobo WP1000 is an autonomous golf ball collector for UK driving ranges — engineered for the British climate and working dusk to dawn, rain or shine.
What an Automatic Golf Ball Collector Does
A robotic golf ball picker replaces the tractor-and-driver round. The WP1000 drives itself across your driving range, sweeps up scattered balls at up to 10,000 m² an hour, empties its own basket and returns to the dock to charge — no staff, no fuel and no closed bays. You can rent the robot ball picker monthly or buy the WP1000 outright, with UK delivery, installation and engineer support included either way.
Automatic Field Coverage
GNSS / INS CM-level positioning autonomously traverses the range and efficiently sweeps every scattered ball.
360° Obstacle Avoidance
Hybrid solid-state LiDAR provides full spatial awareness, identifying and avoiding people and objects in real time.
Automatic Basket Emptying
A dual-camera system detects when the 2,000-ball collector is full and routes the robot to the emptying point.
Auto-return & Fast Charge
On low battery the robot returns to the dock automatically — full recharge in approx 5 hr @ 240V.
Built for Real Range Conditions
WayPick is reinforced with advanced sensing and a four-wheel independent drive so it keeps working in rain, on slopes, and through the night — without compromise.
Thinks Before It Picks
Density Heat Map
The 180° binocular camera scans live ball density and calculates the priority route for maximum efficiency.
Hot Zones & No-Go Areas
Mark high-trajectory landing zones to scan first. Set temporary no-go areas around tee boxes, yardage markers, water hazards and bunkers.
Fleet Management
Multiple WayPick units operate as a coordinated fleet — auto-routing prevents interference on larger ranges.
Turf Care Mode
Switch to Turf Protection to reduce wear when speed isn't the priority. Three modes: Efficiency, Balanced, Turf Protection.
Set-and-Forget Workflow
One operation. Zero human intervention. The market has proven a single deployment can cover 50,000 m² and collect 40,000+ balls before recharge.
One Charge, All-Day Power
High-capacity Li-ion battery delivers a typical 10 hours of continuous picking before returning to dock.
Autonomous Navigation
GNSS RTK + IMU give centimetre-level positioning. WayPick always knows where it is and can reach any designated point.
Auto-Dock & Dump
Dual cameras detect a full basket. The robot routes itself to the unloading station and empties — then resumes.
Three Steps to Autonomy
Site Survey
Our UK engineering team maps your range and confirms operational feasibility within days.
Deploy
Charging dock installed, perimeter set, software calibrated to your range geometry.
Collect
The robot operates overnight, returning thousands of balls to your wash system by morning.
Flexible for Any Range
Operating Lease (Rental)
Low-risk monthly subscription including maintenance and support.
- Zero upfront capital cost
- Full UK technical support
- Next-day part replacement
- Software updates included
Direct Ownership
Maximum long-term ROI with full asset control.
- 36-month manufacturer warranty
- Custom range mapping included
- Optional service contracts
- Full UK technical support
Common Questions
How does it navigate the range?+
GNSS RTK + IMU give centimetre-level positioning, while 360° hybrid solid-state LiDAR detects and avoids people, baskets and equipment in real time.
How long does deployment take?+
Most ranges are operational within 1–2 days of site survey, including perimeter mapping and staff handover.
What about maintenance?+
All leases include scheduled servicing and next-day parts. Owned units can take optional service contracts.
Can the robot golf ball picker run overnight?+
Yes. Autonomous, electric and quiet — most UK operators run it overnight so the range opens already cleared.
How much does an automatic golf ball collector cost in the UK?+
The WayRobo WP1000 rents from £1200 per month plus VAT including maintenance and UK support, or can be bought outright from £28,500 plus VAT.
Does it work in British rain and on slopes?+
Yes. The WP1000 is fully waterproofed for UK rain and wet turf, and its four-wheel independent drive handles gradients up to 15°.
Can it collect while the driving range is open?+
Yes. 360° LiDAR and binocular vision keep the robot clear of people and equipment, so it collects safely under live ball flight without closing bays.
Optimise Your Operations
Speak with our UK team about a site assessment for your driving range. We respond within one working day.
United Kingdom · Nationwide