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Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI vs Ecovacs WINBOT MINI

Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI vs Ecovacs WINBOT MINI: Verdict Scores 72 and 68, where each is ahead in the published figures, and which one to choose.

Manufacturers' published figures, scored by the same engine as the rankings. Nothing here is from a test we ran. · Updated

Verdict

The Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI has the higher Verdict Score, 72 to 68.

The Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI has the edge in cleaning and adhesion. The Ecovacs WINBOT MINI has the edge in coverage, value and ease of use.

In the manufacturers' published figures the Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI is ahead on 4 rows, among them water tank (120 ml against 60 ml), glass per fill (75 m² against 25 m²) and suction (10,000 Pa against 7,500 Pa). In turn, the Ecovacs WINBOT MINI is ahead on 2 rows: smallest pane (22 × 25 cm against 30 × 40 cm) and noise (63 dB against 66 dB).

The Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI suits large glazed areas and patio doors done on one fill. The Ecovacs WINBOT MINI suits small and narrow panes: windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass, shower screens.

Ecovacs
WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI≈ $650
Ecovacs
WINBOT MINI≈ $220

Where the Ecovacs WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI is ahead

  • Cleaning85 · 37
  • Adhesion70 · 64
  • Water tank120 ml · 60 ml
  • Glass per fill75 m² · 25 m²
  • Suction10,000 Pa · 7,500 Pa
  • Cable reach5.5 m · 3.5 m

Where the Ecovacs WINBOT MINI is ahead

  • Coverage66 · 63
  • Ease of Use70 · 63
  • Value92 · 26
  • Smallest pane22 × 25 cm · 30 × 40 cm
  • Noise63 dB · 66 dB

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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WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI
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WINBOT MINI
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≈ $650Price in the manufacturer's shop
≈ $220Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Cleaning
  • Adhesion
  • Coverage
  • Ease of Use
  • Value
Pros
  • 10,000 Pa in standard mode, the strongest figure here
  • 120 ml tank rated for 75 m² a fill, high-pressure pump, 90% water coverage
  • TruEdge 2.0 cleans flush to the frame; obstacles detected from 2 mm
  • Fits panes from 22 × 25 cm, the smallest minimum in the category
  • 1.3 kg and 55 mm thick; 7,500 Pa with a 30-minute power-cut reserve
  • Ultrasonic 10-micron mist from four nozzles, 60 ml tank for 25 m²
Cons
  • 2.1 kg, the heaviest Winbot
  • Pressure compensation and maximum pane size not stated
  • Deep mode covers about 26 m² on one station charge
  • About three minutes per square metre, the slowest Winbot
  • Three modes only, and no claim for pressure compensation or the corners
  • Corded: 3.5 m from the power unit plus a 1.2 m mains lead
Best for
  • Large glazed areas and patio doors done on one fill
  • Framed windows that need the edge done to the frame, with no socket nearby
  • Small and narrow panes: windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass, shower screens
  • A first window robot for a flat
Score breakdown
Verdict Score72/10068/100
Cleaning
85
37
Adhesion
70
64
Coverage
63
66
Safety
76
76
Navigation
100
100
Ease of Use
63
70
Reliability
62
62
Value
26
92
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 tank120 ml60 ml
Glass per fill75 m²25 m²
Cleaning speedNot publishedNot published
Cleaning modes83
Corner cleaningYesNo
Edge cleaningTruEdge 2.0, radial edge-locking, flush to the frameNot published
SprayHigh-pressure pump, six nozzles, 90% water coverageUltrasonic mist, 10 µm droplets, four nozzles
Time per square metreAbout 1 min 30 s, fast modeAbout 3 minutes, fast mode
Area on one station chargeAbout 72 m² fast mode, 26 m² deep modeNot published
Path memoryYesNot published
Stated area coverageNot publishedUp to 99.5% with the bumpers removed
Adhesion
Suction10,000 Pa7,500 Pa
Pressure compensationNoNo
Suction while moving3,300 Pa3,200 Pa
Fit
Largest paneNot publishedNot published
Smallest pane30 × 40 cm22 × 25 cm
Edge detectionYesYes
Other surfacesNoNo
Obstacle detected from2 mm4 mm
Maximum pane tilt45°Not published
Frame detected fromNot published3 mm
Safety
Power-cut backup30 min30 min
Safety ropeYes3.3 m
Rope ratingNot publishedNot published
Fault self-checkNoNo
Station5 kg, suction cup over 800 N, auto-winding cableNot published
Stated protection layers129
Backup batteryNot published3,000 mAh
Navigation
Path planningYesYes
Resumes after interruptionYesYes
Returns to startYesYes
Steers round obstaclesYesYes
Control
Remote controlYesYes
Voice promptsYesYes
Cable reach5.5 m3.5 m
CordlessYesNo
Noise reductionFour-stageNot published
Mains leadNot published1.2 m
ColoursNot publishedGrey or beige
Power
BatteryNot publishedNot published
Runtime1 h 50 minNot published
Charging time3 hNot published
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight2.1 kg1.3 kg
L × W × H272 × 272 × 76 mm215 × 215 × 55 mm
Noise66 dB63 dB
Support
Warranty24 months24 months
ReleasedNot publishedNot published

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