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Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 vs Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO

Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 or W2 PRO? The WINBOT mini 2: smallest pane 25 × 25 vs 30 × 40 cm; the W2 PRO: cable reach 5.5 vs 3.5 m. Verdict Scores 77 and 68.

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Verdict

The Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 has the higher Verdict Score, 77 to 68.

The Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 has the edge in cleaning, coverage, adhesion and value. The Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO has the edge in ease of use.

In the manufacturers' published figures the Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 is ahead on 2 rows: suction (8,000 Pa against 5,300 Pa) and smallest pane (25 × 25 cm against 30 × 40 cm). In turn, the Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO is ahead on 3 rows: water tank (60 ml against 50 ml), glass per fill (40 m² against 30 m²) and cable reach (5.5 m against 3.5 m).

The Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 suits windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass and shower screens. The Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO suits ground-floor and interior glass close to a socket.

This comparison is computed from our specification database and is not edited individually. Method: specification analysis of the makers' published figures, explained on our scoring and editorial policy pages.

Ecovacs
Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2$240
Ecovacs
Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO≈ $490

Where the Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 is ahead

  • Cleaning67 · 59
  • Adhesion100 · 66
  • Coverage76 · 73
  • Value71 · 36
  • Suction8,000 Pa · 5,300 Pa
  • Smallest pane25 × 25 cm · 30 × 40 cm

Where the Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO is ahead

  • Ease of Use61 · 56
  • Water tank60 ml · 50 ml
  • Glass per fill40 m² · 30 m²
  • Cable reach5.5 m · 3.5 m

Subscores are from our engine; the specification rows are the manufacturers' published figures, listed only where the better direction is beyond argument.

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Ecovacs
Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2
Ecovacs
Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO
Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2
Photo: ECOVACS ROBOTICS press kit
Ecovacs WINBOT W2 PRO
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$240Price in the manufacturer's shop
≈ $490Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Cleaning
  • Adhesion
  • Coverage
  • Value
  • Ease of Use
Pros
  • Fits panes from 25 × 25 cm; 215 mm square, 55 mm high, 1.3 kg
  • 8,000 Pa with pressure compensation reacting in 0.04 s, 30-minute power-cut reserve
  • Corner brushes at all four corners, to 1 mm from the frame, 90% coverage
  • Seven modes on a planned route that resumes after an interruption and returns to start
  • Frame detection from 2 mm, obstacle detection from 4 mm
  • Pressure compensation and 30 minutes of grip after a power cut
Cons
  • Corded: 3.5 m from the power unit plus a 1.2 m mains lead
  • About 2 min 30 s per square metre, and a 50 ml tank rated for 30 m²
  • No noise figure and no voice prompts stated for this model
  • 5,300 Pa in standard mode, the lowest figure among the Winbots
  • Needs a socket: 5.5 m cord plus a 1.2 m mains lead, no battery station
  • 60 ml tank rated for 40 m², and no claim for the corners
Best for
  • Windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass and shower screens
  • A first window robot for a flat with a socket near the glass
  • Ground-floor and interior glass close to a socket
  • Anyone who wants the Winbot route planning for the least money
Score breakdown
Verdict Score77/10068/100
Cleaning
67
59
Adhesion
100
66
Coverage
76
73
Safety
76
76
Navigation
100
100
Ease of Use
56
61
Reliability
62
62
Value
71
36
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.

Cleaning
Spray systemYesYes
Water tank50 ml60 ml
Glass per fill30 m²40 m²
Cleaning speedNot publishedNot published
Cleaning modes77
Corner cleaningYesNo
SprayUltrasonic mist, 10 µm droplets, four nozzlesNot published
Corner brushesFelt brushes at all four corners, up to 84 rpm, to 1 mm from the frameNot published
Time per square metreAbout 2 min 30 s, fast modeAbout 1 min 45 s, fast mode
Stated area coverageUp to 90%Not published
Pad pressure on the glass14 NNot published
Spray nozzlesNot published6
ClothNot publishedDouble-sided microfibre, 2 in the box
Adhesion
Suction8,000 Pa5,300 Pa
Pressure compensationYesYes
Suction while moving3,400 Pa2,800 Pa
Pressure compensation response0.04 sNot published
Fit
Largest paneNot publishedNot published
Smallest pane25 × 25 cm30 × 40 cm
Edge detectionYesYes
Other surfacesNoNo
Frame typeFramed and frameless, as Ecovacs lists itNot published
Frame detected from1 mm2 mm
Obstacle detected from2 mm4 mm
Safety
Power-cut backup30 min30 min
Safety rope3.3 m6 m
Rope ratingNot publishedNot published
Fault self-checkNoNo
Backup battery3,000 mAh3,000 mAh
Rope tensile rating1,900 N on the German page, 1,600 N on the US pageNot published
Edge sensing response0.02 sNot published
Stated protection layers1010
Navigation
Path planningYesYes
Resumes after interruptionYesYes
Returns to startYesYes
Steers round obstaclesYesYes
Control
Remote controlYesYes
Voice promptsNoYes
Cable reach3.5 m5.5 m
CordlessNoNo
Mains lead1.2 m1.2 m
Power
BatteryNot publishedNot published
RuntimeNot publishedNot published
Charging timeNot publishedNot published
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothYesNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight1.3 kg1.8 kg
L × W × H215 × 215 × 55 mm271 × 271 × 78 mm
NoiseNot published63 dB
Support
Warranty24 months24 months
Released2026Not published

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