Head to head · Robot pool cleaners
Beatbot Sora 10 vs Dreame Z1 Pro
Beatbot Sora 10 or Dreame Z1 Pro? Verdict Scores 71 and 70. The Sora 10: runtime 5 vs 3 h; the Z1 Pro: pump flow 30,283 vs 25,740 l/h.
Manufacturers' published figures, scored by the same engine as the rankings. Nothing here is from a test we ran. · Updated
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Verdict
The Beatbot Sora 10 has the higher Verdict Score, 71 to 70.
The Beatbot Sora 10 has the edge in filtration and power. The Dreame Z1 Pro has the edge in navigation, value and ease of use.
In the manufacturers' published figures the Beatbot Sora 10 is ahead on 4 rows, among them filter fineness (150 µm against 180 µm), rated pool size (300 m² against 200 m²) and runtime (5 h against 3 h). In turn, the Dreame Z1 Pro is ahead on one row: pump flow (30,283 l/h against 25,740 l/h).
At $469 against $429, the Dreame Z1 Pro is the cheaper of the two. The Beatbot Sora 10 suits pools with tanning ledges and steps on a budget. The Dreame Z1 Pro suits budget buyers who want walls and the waterline done.
Where the Beatbot Sora 10 is ahead
- Filtration35 · 8
- Power94 · 73
- Filter fineness150 µm · 180 µm
- Rated pool size300 m² · 200 m²
- Runtime5 h · 3 h
- Charging time3 h 30 min · 4 h
Where the Dreame Z1 Pro is ahead
- Navigation95 · 73
- Ease of Use86 · 77
- Value100 · 96
- Pump flow30,283 l/h · 25,740 l/h
Subscores are from our engine; the specification rows are the manufacturers' published figures, listed only where the better direction is beyond argument.
Full specification, side by side
| Compare | Beatbot Beatbot Sora 10 | Dreame Dreame Z1 Pro |
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71/100 $469Price in the manufacturer's shop | 70/100 $429Price in the manufacturer's shop | |
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| At a glance | ||
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| Score breakdown | ||
| Verdict Score | 71/100 | 70/100 |
| Coverage | 80 | 80 |
| Filtration | 35 | 8 |
| Navigation | 73 | 95 |
| Power | 94 | 73 |
| Automation | 52 | 52 |
| Ease of Use | 77 | 86 |
| Reliability | 60 | 60 |
| Value | 96 | 100 |
Specifications In green: the better figure where the direction is beyond argument, such as more lawn or less noise. Where it depends on your home, nothing is marked. | ||
| What it cleans | ||
| Floor | Yes | Yes |
| Walls | Yes | Yes |
| Waterline | Yes | Yes |
| Surface | No | No |
| Filtration | ||
| Filter fineness | 150 µm | 180 µm |
| Debris basket | 5 l | Not published |
| Optional filter | 3 μm ultra-fine basket sold separately | Not published |
| Navigation | ||
| Mapping | Ultrasonic | Camera + sonar |
| Rated pool size | 300 m² | 200 m² |
| Floor gradient | Not published | Not published |
| Sensors | 11, including one ultrasonic sensor | Not published |
| Sensing | Not published | Ultrasound and 3D structured light |
| Automation | ||
| Lifts itself out | Yes | Yes |
| Returns to the edge | Yes | Yes |
| Dock | No | No |
| Scheduling | No | No |
| Water quality sensing | No | No |
| Remote control | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Cordless | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 7,800 mAh | Not published |
| Runtime | 5 h | 3 h |
| Charging time | 3 h 30 min | 4 h |
| Pump flow | 25,740 l/h | 30,283 l/h |
| Suction, as published | 6,800 GPH | 8,000 GPH |
| Motors | 3 | Not published |
| Charging | 65 W through a titanium plug | Magnetic charger, four to six hours |
| Pump | Not published | Two pump motors |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| 4G / LTE | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 8.5 kg | Not published |
| L × W × H | 432 × 386 × 267 mm | Not published |
| Noise | Not published | Not published |
| Support | ||
| Warranty | 24 months | Not published |
| Released | Not published | Not published |
| Coverage | ||
| Shallow water | From 35 cm; platforms of at least 1 × 1 m | Not published |
| Tanning ledges | Not published | Yes, Pro only |
| Cleaning | ||
| Brushes | Two front roller brushes with differential speed; 17 cm suction inlet | Dual brushes |
| Modes | Floor, wall, standard, eco | Not published |
| Waterline | Not published | Horizontal waterline cleaning |
| Control | ||
| Remote | Not published | LiFi handheld remote that reaches the robot under water |
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