Head to head · Robot pool cleaners

MOVA Diver A10 vs Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra

MOVA Diver A10 vs Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra: Verdict Scores 81 and 72, 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 MOVA Diver A10 has the higher Verdict Score, 81 to 72.

The MOVA Diver A10 has the edge in filtration, power, value and ease of use. The Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra has the edge in coverage, navigation, automation and reliability.

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA Diver A10 is ahead on 2 rows: filter fineness (3 µm against 150 µm) and pump flow (22,700 l/h against 20,820 l/h). In turn, the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra is ahead on 2 rows: debris basket (4 l against 3.5 l) and rated pool size (360 m² against 180 m²).

At $699 against $2,299, the MOVA Diver A10 is the cheaper of the two. The MOVA Diver A10 suits pools with fine sand, silt or pollen. The Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra suits large freeform pools with steps and raised platforms.

MOVA
Diver A10$699
Beatbot
AquaSense 2 Ultra$2,299

Where the MOVA Diver A10 is ahead

  • Filtration81 · 27
  • Power83 · 76
  • Ease of Use73 · 65
  • Value100 · 25
  • Filter fineness3 µm · 150 µm
  • Pump flow22,700 l/h · 20,820 l/h

Where the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra is ahead

  • Coverage100 · 80
  • Navigation95 · 86
  • Automation72 · 66
  • Reliability73 · 62
  • Debris basket4 l · 3.5 l
  • Rated pool size360 m² · 180 m²

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

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MOVA Diver A10
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Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra
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$699Price in the manufacturer's shop
$2,299Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Filtration
  • Power
  • Ease of Use
  • Value
  • Coverage
  • Navigation
  • Automation
  • Reliability
Pros
  • 3 µm replaceable filter in a 3.5 l basket
  • Up to 240 minutes a charge, 22,700 l/h pump
  • Camera navigation that recognises drains, skimmer inlets and steps
  • AI camera and ultrasonic mapping, 27 sensors, goes back for missed debris
  • Surface, floor, walls, waterline and clarification in one robot
  • Parks above the water and charges on a dock
Cons
  • Rated for 180 m², below the Beatbot robots
  • No surface skimming
  • Warranty and charging time not stated on the page
  • 13.2 kg, a heavy lift out of the water
  • No runtime or charging time published, only a 13,400 mAh battery
  • No scheduling or Bluetooth in the specification
Best for
  • Pools with fine sand, silt or pollen
  • Owners who want a scheduled clean without touching the robot
  • Large freeform pools with steps and raised platforms
  • Owners who want mapping and a clarifier in one robot
Score breakdown
Verdict Score81/10072/100
Coverage
80
100
Filtration
81
27
Navigation
86
95
Power
83
76
Automation
66
72
Ease of Use
73
65
Reliability
62
73
Value
100
25
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
FloorYesYes
WallsYesYes
WaterlineYesYes
SurfaceNoYes
Filtration
Filter fineness3 µm150 µm
Debris basket3.5 l4 l
Filter3 µm replaceable ultra-fine meshNot published
BasketsNot publishedLarger 4.0 l with 150 and 250 μm stages; thinner 3.7 l at 250 μm
Navigation
MappingAI visionCamera + sonar
Rated pool size180 m²360 m²
Floor gradientNot publishedNot published
Sensors6, optical, with AI object recognition27, including an AI camera with two ToF sensors, two infrared and four ultrasonic sensors
Debris detectionNot publishedAI cruise detection of missed debris; independent cleaning of raised platforms
Power
CordlessYesYes
Pump flow22,700 l/h20,820 l/h
Battery169 WhNot published
Runtime4 hNot published
Charging timeNot publishedNot published
Suction, as publishedNot published5,500 GPH
MotorsNot published11
Automation
Lifts itself outYesYes
Returns to the edgeYesYes
DockNoYes
SchedulingYesNo
Water quality sensingNoNo
Remote controlNoYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothYesNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight9 kg13.2 kg
L × W × H425 × 386 × 234 mm454 × 439 × 277 mm
NoiseNot publishedNot published
Support
WarrantyNot published36 months
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Coverage
Reach above waterline2 inNot published
Cleaning
BrushesNot publishedFour extra-large roller brushes and two side brushes
Water clarificationNot publishedClearWater natural agent dispensed automatically
ModesNot published6
Chassis
WheelsNot publishedSix guide wheels and two track wheels
Fit
Pool typesNot publishedAbove-ground and in-ground, all shapes

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