Head to head · Robot pool cleaners

MOVA Rover X10 vs Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra

MOVA Rover X10 or Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra? Verdict Scores 85 and 72. The Rover X10: filter fineness 3 vs 150 µm, pump flow 38,000 vs 20,820 l/h.

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Verdict

The MOVA Rover X10 has the higher Verdict Score, 85 to 72.

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

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead on 4 rows, among them filter fineness (3 µm against 150 µm), debris basket (5 l against 4 l) and rated pool size (500 m² against 360 m²). No published figure puts the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra ahead.

The MOVA Rover X10 suits large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket. The Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra suits large freeform pools with steps and raised platforms.

MOVA
MOVA Rover X10≈ $1,300

Where the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead

  • Filtration93 · 27
  • Power95 · 76
  • Reliability73 · 72
  • Value44 · 25
  • Filter fineness3 µm · 150 µm
  • Debris basket5 l · 4 l
  • Rated pool size500 m² · 360 m²
  • Pump flow38,000 l/h · 20,820 l/h

Where the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra is ahead

  • Navigation95 · 93
  • Ease of Use65 · 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
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Filtration
  • Power
  • Reliability
  • Value
  • Navigation
  • 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
  • AI camera and ultrasonic mapping, 27 sensors, goes back for missed debris
  • Surface, floor, walls, waterline and clarification in one robot
  • Parks above the water and charges on a dock
Cons
  • 15.8 kg to lift
  • Charging time not published
  • Live app control needs the AquaSonar float
  • 13.2 kg, a heavy lift out of the water
  • No runtime or charging time published, only a 13,400 mAh battery
  • No scheduling or Bluetooth in the specification
Best for
  • Large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket
  • Owners who want one robot for every surface
  • Large freeform pools with steps and raised platforms
  • Owners who want mapping and a clarifier in one robot
Score breakdown
Verdict Score85/10072/100
Coverage
100
100
Filtration
93
27
Navigation
93
95
Power
95
76
Automation
72
72
Ease of Use
60
65
Reliability
73
72
Value
44
25
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
SurfaceYesYes
Filtration
Filter fineness3 µm150 µm
Debris basket5 l4 l
Filters180 μm basket filter and a 3 μm ultrafine filter, both replaceableNot published
BasketsNot publishedLarger 4.0 l with 150 and 250 μm stages; thinner 3.7 l at 250 μm
Navigation
MappingUnderwater LiDARCamera + sonar
Rated pool size500 m²360 m²
Floor gradientNot publishedNot published
Dirt detectionAI sensor spots dirt under water and adjusts speed and pathNot published
SensorsNot published27, including an AI camera with two ToF sensors, two infrared and four ultrasonic sensors
Debris detectionNot publishedAI cruise detection of missed debris; independent cleaning of raised platforms
Automation
Lifts itself outYesYes
Returns to the edgeYesYes
DockYesYes
SchedulingNoNo
Water quality sensingNoNo
Remote controlYesYes
Power
CordlessYesYes
Battery15,000 mAh13,400 mAh
Runtime6 hNot published
Charging timeNot publishedNot published
Pump flow38,000 l/h20,820 l/h
Motors15, including four turbine motors for the FloatDrive system11
Suction, as publishedNot published5,500 GPH
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight15.8 kg13.2 kg
L × W × H540 × 460 × 320 mm454 × 439 × 277 mm
NoiseNot publishedNot published
Support
Warranty36 months36 months
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 waterlineFour extra-large roller brushes and two side brushes
Water clarificationNot publishedClearWater natural agent dispensed automatically
ModesNot published6
Control
AquaSonarA float on the surface relays Wi-Fi to an ultrasonic link for live app controlNot published
Dock
ChargingWireless charging stationNot published
Chassis
WheelsNot publishedSix guide wheels and two track wheels
Fit
Pool typesNot publishedAbove-ground and in-ground, all shapes

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