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MOVA N1 vs Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2

MOVA N1 or Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2? Verdict Scores 79 and 78, where each leads on published specs and which 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 78.

The MOVA N1 has the edge in safety, value and ease of use. The Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 has the edge in coverage, navigation and reliability.

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA N1 is ahead on 2 rows: water tank (120 ml against 50 ml) and glass per fill (32 m² against 30 m²). In turn, the Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 is ahead on one row: smallest pane (25 × 25 cm against 30 × 45 cm).

The MOVA N1 suits upstairs and exterior glass where the power-cut backup matters. The Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 suits windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass and shower screens.

MOVA
N1≈ $190
Ecovacs
WINBOT mini 2$240

Where the MOVA N1 is ahead

  • Safety96 · 76
  • Ease of Use67 · 56
  • Value100 · 80
  • Water tank120 ml · 50 ml
  • Glass per fill32 m² · 30 m²

Where the Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2 is ahead

  • Coverage76 · 75
  • Navigation100 · 60
  • Reliability62 · 61
  • Smallest pane25 × 25 cm · 30 × 45 cm

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
N1
MOVA N1
MOVA press image
Ecovacs WINBOT mini 2
Photo: ECOVACS ROBOTICS press kit
≈ $190Price in the manufacturer's shop
$240Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Safety
  • Ease of Use
  • Value
  • Coverage
  • Navigation
  • 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 25 × 25 cm; 215 mm square, 55 mm high, 1.3 kg
  • 8,000 Pa with pressure compensation reacting in 0.04 s, 30-minute power-cut reserve
  • Corner brushes at all four corners, to 1 mm from the frame, 90% coverage
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
  • Corded: 3.5 m from the power unit plus a 1.2 m mains lead
  • About 2 min 30 s per square metre, and a 50 ml tank rated for 30 m²
  • No noise figure and no voice prompts stated for this model
Best for
  • Upstairs and exterior glass where the power-cut backup matters
  • Large panes and patio doors cleaned in one fill
  • Windows with glazing bars, bathroom glass and shower screens
  • A first window robot for a flat with a socket near the glass
Score breakdown
Verdict Score79/10078/100
Cleaning
66
66
Adhesion
100
100
Coverage
75
76
Safety
96
76
Navigation
60
100
Ease of Use
67
56
Reliability
61
62
Value
100
80
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 ml50 ml
Glass per fill32 m²30 m²
Cleaning speedNot publishedNot published
Cleaning modes67
Corner cleaningNoYes
Stated area coverage> 90%Up to 90%
ClothWashable microfibre, 2 in the boxNot published
SprayNot publishedUltrasonic mist, 10 µm droplets, four nozzles
Corner brushesNot publishedFelt brushes at all four corners, up to 84 rpm, to 1 mm from the frame
Time per square metreNot publishedAbout 2 min 30 s, fast mode
Pad pressure on the glassNot published14 N
Adhesion
Suction8,000 Pa8,000 Pa
Pressure compensationYesYes
Pressure compensation response0.02 s0.04 s
Suction while movingNot published3,400 Pa
Fit
Largest pane200 × 300 cmNot published
Smallest pane30 × 45 cm25 × 25 cm
Edge detectionYesYes
Other surfacesYesNo
Frame detected fromNot published1 mm
Obstacle detected fromNot published2 mm
Safety
Power-cut backup30 min30 min
Safety ropeYes3.3 m
Rope ratingNot publishedNot published
Fault self-checkYesNo
Stated protection layers1210
Backup batteryNot published3,000 mAh
Rope tensile ratingNot published1,900 N on the German page, 1,600 N on the US page
Edge sensing responseNot published0.02 s
Navigation
Path planningYesYes
Resumes after interruptionNoYes
Returns to startNoYes
Steers round obstaclesYesYes
Control
Remote controlYesYes
Voice promptsYesNo
Cable reachNot published3.5 m
CordlessNoNo
Voice prompt languages15Not published
Mains leadNot published1.2 m
Power
BatteryNot publishedNot published
RuntimeNot publishedNot published
Charging timeNot publishedNot published
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoYes
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight1.3 kg1.3 kg
L × W × H215 × 215 × 59 mm215 × 215 × 55 mm
Noise72 dBNot published
Support
WarrantyNot published24 months
ReleasedNot published2026
Warranty (Polish shop)Up to 3 yearsNot published

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