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MOVA Diver A10 vs Dreame Z1 Pro

MOVA Diver A10 vs Dreame Z1 Pro: Verdict Scores 81 and 69, 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 September 15, 2026

Verdict

The MOVA Diver A10 has the higher Verdict Score, 81 to 69.

The MOVA Diver A10 has the edge in filtration, power, automation and value. The Dreame Z1 Pro has the edge in navigation and ease of use.

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA Diver A10 is ahead on 2 rows: filter fineness (3 µm against 180 µm) and runtime (4 h against 3 h). In turn, the Dreame Z1 Pro is ahead on 2 rows: rated pool size (200 m² against 180 m²) and pump flow (30,283 l/h against 22,700 l/h).

At $699 against $429, the Dreame Z1 Pro is the cheaper of the two. The MOVA Diver A10 suits pools with fine sand, silt or pollen. The Dreame Z1 Pro suits budget buyers who want walls and the waterline done.

MOVA

Diver A10$699

81/100

Dreame

Z1 Pro$429

69/100

Where the MOVA Diver A10 is ahead

Filtration81 · 9
Power83 · 73
Automation66 · 52
Value100 · 96
Filter fineness3 µm · 180 µm
Runtime4 h · 3 h

Where the Dreame Z1 Pro is ahead

Navigation95 · 86
Ease of Use86 · 73
Rated pool size200 m² · 180 m²
Pump flow30,283 l/h · 22,700 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	MOVA Diver A10	Dreame Z1 Pro
	MOVA press image	Dreame press image
	81/100 $699Price in the manufacturer's shop	69/100 $429Price in the manufacturer's shop
	Highest Verdict Score
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At a glance
Leads on	Filtration Power Automation Value	Navigation Ease of Use
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	Walls, waterline and tanning ledges for pools up to 200 m² 8,000 GPH pump, the strongest here after the Rover X10 Ultrasound and 3D structured-light sensing
Cons	Rated for 180 m², below the Beatbot robots No surface skimming Warranty and charging time not stated on the page	No basket volume, weight or warranty term published 180 μm filter, coarser than Beatbot's 150 Four to six hours to charge, no dock
Best for	Pools with fine sand, silt or pollen Owners who want a scheduled clean without touching the robot	Budget buyers who want walls and the waterline done Pools with a tanning ledge
Score breakdown
Verdict Score	81/100	69/100
Coverage	80	80
Filtration	81	9
Navigation	86	95
Power	83	73
Automation	66	52
Ease of Use	73	86
Reliability	62	62
Value	100	96
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	3 µm	180 µm
Debris basket	3.5 l	Not published
Filter	3 µm replaceable ultra-fine mesh	Not published
Navigation
Mapping	AI vision	Camera + sonar
Rated pool size	180 m²	200 m²
Floor gradient	Not published	Not published
Sensors	6, optical, with AI object recognition	Not published
Sensing	Not published	Ultrasound and 3D structured light
Power
Cordless	Yes	Yes
Pump flow	22,700 l/h	30,283 l/h
Battery	169 Wh	Not published
Runtime	4 h	3 h
Charging time	Not published	4 h
Suction, as published	Not published	8,000 GPH
Pump	Not published	Two pump motors
Charging	Not published	Magnetic charger, four to six hours
Automation
Lifts itself out	Yes	Yes
Returns to the edge	Yes	Yes
Dock	No	No
Scheduling	Yes	No
Water quality sensing	No	No
Remote control	No	Yes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	No
4G / LTE	No	No
Physical
Weight	9 kg	Not published
L × W × H	425 × 386 × 234 mm	Not published
Noise	Not published	Not published
Support
Warranty	Not published	Not published
Released	Not published	Not published
Coverage
Reach above waterline	2 in	Not published
Tanning ledges	Not published	Yes, Pro only
Cleaning
Brushes	Not published	Dual brushes
Waterline	Not published	Horizontal waterline cleaning
Control
Remote	Not published	LiFi handheld remote that reaches the robot under water

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