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MOVA Diver A10 vs Dreame Z1 Pro

MOVA Diver A10 or Dreame Z1 Pro? Verdict Scores 81 and 70. The Diver A10: filter fineness 3 vs 180 µm; the Z1 Pro: pump flow 30,283 vs 22,700 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 MOVA Diver A10 has the higher Verdict Score, 81 to 70.

The MOVA Diver A10 has the edge in filtration, power and automation. 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
MOVA Diver A10$699
Dreame
Dreame Z1 Pro$429

Where the MOVA Diver A10 is ahead

  • Filtration81 · 8
  • Power83 · 73
  • Automation66 · 52
  • 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.

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MOVA
MOVA Diver A10
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Dreame Z1 Pro
MOVA Diver A10
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$699Price in the manufacturer's shop
$429Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Filtration
  • Power
  • Automation
  • 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 Score81/10070/100
Coverage
80
80
Filtration
81
8
Navigation
86
95
Power
83
73
Automation
66
52
Ease of Use
73
86
Reliability
60
60
Value
100
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
FloorYesYes
WallsYesYes
WaterlineYesYes
SurfaceNoNo
Filtration
Filter fineness3 µm180 µm
Debris basket3.5 lNot published
Filter3 µm replaceable ultra-fine meshNot published
Navigation
MappingAI visionCamera + sonar
Rated pool size180 m²200 m²
Floor gradientNot publishedNot published
Sensors6, optical, with AI object recognitionNot published
SensingNot publishedUltrasound and 3D structured light
Automation
Lifts itself outYesYes
Returns to the edgeYesYes
DockNoNo
SchedulingYesNo
Water quality sensingNoNo
Remote controlNoYes
Power
CordlessYesYes
Battery169 WhNot published
Runtime4 h3 h
Charging timeNot published4 h
Pump flow22,700 l/h30,283 l/h
Suction, as publishedNot published8,000 GPH
PumpNot publishedTwo pump motors
ChargingNot publishedMagnetic charger, four to six hours
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothYesNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight9 kgNot published
L × W × H425 × 386 × 234 mmNot published
NoiseNot publishedNot published
Support
WarrantyNot publishedNot published
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Coverage
Reach above waterline2 inNot published
Tanning ledgesNot publishedYes, Pro only
Cleaning
BrushesNot publishedDual brushes
WaterlineNot publishedHorizontal waterline cleaning
Control
RemoteNot publishedLiFi handheld remote that reaches the robot under water

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