Head to head · Robot pool cleaners

MOVA Rover X10 vs Beatbot AquaSense 2

MOVA Rover X10 vs Beatbot AquaSense 2: Verdict Scores 86 and 62, 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 Rover X10 has the higher Verdict Score, 86 to 62.

The MOVA Rover X10 has the edge in coverage, navigation, filtration, power, automation, value and reliability. The Beatbot AquaSense 2 has the edge in ease of use.

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead on 3 rows: debris basket (5 l against 2 l), rated pool size (500 m² against 300 m²) and pump flow (38,000 l/h against 20,820 l/h). No published figure puts the Beatbot AquaSense 2 ahead.

The MOVA Rover X10 suits large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket. The Beatbot AquaSense 2 suits owners tired of retrieving a robot from the deep end.

MOVA
Rover X10$1,090
Beatbot
AquaSense 2$799

Where the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead

  • Coverage100 · 80
  • Filtration93 · 22
  • Navigation93 · 73
  • Power95 · 76
  • Automation72 · 52
  • Reliability74 · 61
  • Value57 · 50
  • Debris basket5 l · 2 l
  • Rated pool size500 m² · 300 m²
  • Pump flow38,000 l/h · 20,820 l/h

Where the Beatbot AquaSense 2 is ahead

  • Ease of Use64 · 60

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 Rover X10
MOVA press image
Beatbot AquaSense 2
Beatbot press image
$1,090Price in the manufacturer's shop
$799Price in the manufacturer's shop
Highest Verdict Score
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Coverage
  • Filtration
  • Navigation
  • Power
  • Automation
  • Reliability
  • Value
  • Ease of Use
Pros
  • Skims the surface as well as cleaning floor, walls and waterline
  • 38,000 l/h, 5 l basket, 3 μm fine filter
  • Underwater laser mapping and 500 m² coverage
  • Surfaces and parks at the edge when finished or when the battery is low
  • Cordless, rated for pools up to 300 m²
  • Floor, walls and waterline in one pass
Cons
  • 15.8 kg to lift
  • Charging time not published
  • Live app control needs the AquaSonar float
  • Neither filter fineness, runtime nor warranty term published
  • 2 l basket fills fast under trees
  • No surface skimming
Best for
  • Large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket
  • Owners who want one robot for every surface
  • Owners tired of retrieving a robot from the deep end
  • Pools up to 300 m² with light to moderate debris
Score breakdown
Verdict Score86/10062/100
Coverage
100
80
Filtration
93
22
Navigation
93
73
Power
95
76
Automation
72
52
Ease of Use
60
64
Reliability
74
61
Value
57
50
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
SurfaceYesNo
Filtration
Filter fineness3 µmNot published
Debris basket5 l2 l
Filters180 μm basket filter and a 3 μm ultrafine filter, both replaceableNot published
Navigation
MappingUnderwater LiDARUltrasonic
Rated pool size500 m²300 m²
Floor gradientNot publishedNot published
Dirt detectionAI sensor spots dirt under water and adjusts speed and pathNot published
SensorsNot published16, including 2 ultrasonic
Power
CordlessYesYes
Pump flow38,000 l/h20,820 l/h
BatteryNot publishedNot published
Motors15, including four turbine motors for the FloatDrive systemNot published
Runtime6 hNot published
Charging timeNot publishedNot published
Suction, as publishedNot published5,500 GPH
Automation
Lifts itself outYesYes
Returns to the edgeYesYes
DockYesNo
SchedulingNoNo
Water quality sensingNoNo
Remote controlYesNo
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoYes
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight15.8 kg10.47 kg
L × W × H540 × 460 × 320 mmNot published
NoiseNot publishedNot published
Support
Warranty36 monthsNot published
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Coverage
Areas cleanedSurface, floor, walls, waterline, corners, steps and shallow zonesNot published
Pool typesAll, including concreteNot published
Cleaning
Surface runtime12 hNot published
BrushesTwo side brushes; extended front and rear brushes for the waterlineNot published
Control
AquaSonarA float on the surface relays Wi-Fi to an ultrasonic link for live app controlNot published
Dock
ChargingWireless charging stationNot published

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