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MOVA N1 vs Ecovacs WINBOT MINI

MOVA N1 vs Ecovacs WINBOT MINI: Verdict Scores 79 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 MOVA N1 has the higher Verdict Score, 79 to 68.

The MOVA N1 has the edge in cleaning, safety, coverage, adhesion and value. The Ecovacs WINBOT MINI has the edge in navigation, ease of use and reliability.

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA N1 is ahead on 3 rows: water tank (120 ml against 60 ml), glass per fill (32 m² against 25 m²) and suction (8,000 Pa against 7,500 Pa). In turn, the Ecovacs WINBOT MINI is ahead on 2 rows: smallest pane (22 × 25 cm against 30 × 45 cm) and noise (63 dB against 72 dB).

The MOVA N1 suits upstairs and exterior glass where the power-cut backup matters. The Ecovacs WINBOT MINI suits small and narrow panes: windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass, shower screens.

MOVA
N1≈ $190
Ecovacs
WINBOT MINI≈ $220

Where the MOVA N1 is ahead

  • Cleaning65 · 37
  • Adhesion100 · 64
  • Coverage75 · 66
  • Safety96 · 76
  • Value100 · 92
  • Water tank120 ml · 60 ml
  • Glass per fill32 m² · 25 m²
  • Suction8,000 Pa · 7,500 Pa

Where the Ecovacs WINBOT MINI is ahead

  • Navigation100 · 60
  • Ease of Use70 · 67
  • Reliability62 · 61
  • Smallest pane22 × 25 cm · 30 × 45 cm
  • Noise63 dB · 72 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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MOVA
N1
Ecovacs
WINBOT MINI
MOVA N1
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Ecovacs WINBOT MINI
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≈ $190Price in the manufacturer's shop
≈ $220Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Cleaning
  • Adhesion
  • Coverage
  • Safety
  • Value
  • Navigation
  • Ease of Use
  • Reliability
Pros
  • 8,000 Pa with pressure compensation responding in 0.02 s
  • 30 minutes of grip after a power cut
  • 120 ml tank rated for 32 m² of glass per fill
  • 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
  • 72 dB, the loudest machine here
  • No claim to resume after an interruption or return to its start
  • No corner-cleaning claim and no cleaning-speed figure
  • 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
  • Upstairs and exterior glass where the power-cut backup matters
  • Large panes and patio doors cleaned in one fill
  • Small and narrow panes: windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass, shower screens
  • A first window robot for a flat
Score breakdown
Verdict Score79/10068/100
Cleaning
65
37
Adhesion
100
64
Coverage
75
66
Safety
96
76
Navigation
60
100
Ease of Use
67
70
Reliability
61
62
Value
100
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 fill32 m²25 m²
Cleaning speedNot publishedNot published
Cleaning modes63
Corner cleaningNoNo
Stated area coverage> 90%Up to 99.5% with the bumpers removed
ClothWashable microfibre, 2 in the boxNot published
SprayNot publishedUltrasonic mist, 10 µm droplets, four nozzles
Time per square metreNot publishedAbout 3 minutes, fast mode
Adhesion
Suction8,000 Pa7,500 Pa
Pressure compensationYesNo
Pressure compensation response0.02 sNot published
Suction while movingNot published3,200 Pa
Fit
Largest pane200 × 300 cmNot published
Smallest pane30 × 45 cm22 × 25 cm
Edge detectionYesYes
Other surfacesYesNo
Frame detected fromNot published3 mm
Obstacle detected fromNot published4 mm
Safety
Power-cut backup30 min30 min
Safety ropeYes3.3 m
Rope ratingNot publishedNot published
Fault self-checkYesNo
Stated protection layers129
Backup batteryNot published3,000 mAh
Navigation
Path planningYesYes
Resumes after interruptionNoYes
Returns to startNoYes
Steers round obstaclesYesYes
Control
Remote controlYesYes
Voice promptsYesYes
Cable reachNot published3.5 m
CordlessNoNo
Voice prompt languages15Not published
Mains leadNot published1.2 m
ColoursNot publishedGrey or beige
Power
BatteryNot publishedNot published
RuntimeNot publishedNot published
Charging timeNot publishedNot published
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight1.3 kg1.3 kg
L × W × H215 × 215 × 59 mm215 × 215 × 55 mm
Noise72 dB63 dB
Support
WarrantyNot published24 months
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Warranty (Polish shop)Up to 3 yearsNot published

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