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MOVA Rover X10 vs Beatbot Sora 10

MOVA Rover X10 or Beatbot Sora 10? Verdict Scores 85 and 71. The Rover X10: filter fineness 3 vs 150 µm, rated pool size 500 vs 300 m².

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Verdict

The MOVA Rover X10 has the higher Verdict Score, 85 to 71.

The MOVA Rover X10 has the edge in coverage, navigation, filtration, power, automation and reliability. The Beatbot Sora 10 has the edge in value and ease of use.

In the manufacturers' published figures the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead on 5 rows, among them filter fineness (3 µm against 150 µm), rated pool size (500 m² against 300 m²) and runtime (6 h against 5 h). No published figure puts the Beatbot Sora 10 ahead.

The MOVA Rover X10 suits large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket. The Beatbot Sora 10 suits pools with tanning ledges and steps on a budget.

MOVA
MOVA Rover X10≈ $1,300
Beatbot
Beatbot Sora 10$469

Where the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead

  • Coverage100 · 80
  • Filtration93 · 35
  • Navigation93 · 73
  • Power95 · 94
  • Automation72 · 52
  • Reliability73 · 60
  • Filter fineness3 µm · 150 µm
  • Rated pool size500 m² · 300 m²
  • Runtime6 h · 5 h
  • Pump flow38,000 l/h · 25,740 l/h
  • Warranty36 months · 24 months

Where the Beatbot Sora 10 is ahead

  • Ease of Use77 · 60
  • Value96 · 44

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 Rover X10
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Beatbot Sora 10
MOVA Rover X10
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Beatbot Sora 10
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≈ $1,300Price in the manufacturer's shop
$469Price in the manufacturer's shop
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At a glance
Leads on
  • Coverage
  • Filtration
  • Navigation
  • Power
  • Automation
  • Reliability
  • Ease of Use
  • Value
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
  • Walls, waterline and shallow ledges from 35 cm of water
  • 6,800 GPH pump, 5 l basket, rated for 300 m²
  • Up to five hours a charge, then parks at the waterline
Cons
  • 15.8 kg to lift
  • Charging time not published
  • Live app control needs the AquaSonar float
  • No surface skimming
  • Plug charger, no dock
  • Two-year warranty
Best for
  • Large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket
  • Owners who want one robot for every surface
  • Pools with tanning ledges and steps on a budget
  • First-time buyers who want walls and waterline done
Score breakdown
Verdict Score85/10071/100
Coverage
100
80
Filtration
93
35
Navigation
93
73
Power
95
94
Automation
72
52
Ease of Use
60
77
Reliability
73
60
Value
44
96
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 µm150 µm
Debris basket5 l5 l
Filters180 μm basket filter and a 3 μm ultrafine filter, both replaceableNot published
Optional filterNot published3 μm ultra-fine basket sold separately
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 published11, including one ultrasonic sensor
Automation
Lifts itself outYesYes
Returns to the edgeYesYes
DockYesNo
SchedulingNoNo
Water quality sensingNoNo
Remote controlYesNo
Power
CordlessYesYes
Battery15,000 mAh7,800 mAh
Runtime6 h5 h
Charging timeNot published3 h 30 min
Pump flow38,000 l/h25,740 l/h
Motors15, including four turbine motors for the FloatDrive system3
Suction, as publishedNot published6,800 GPH
ChargingNot published65 W through a titanium plug
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoYes
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight15.8 kg8.5 kg
L × W × H540 × 460 × 320 mm432 × 386 × 267 mm
NoiseNot publishedNot published
Support
Warranty36 months24 months
ReleasedNot publishedNot published
Coverage
Areas cleanedSurface, floor, walls, waterline, corners, steps and shallow zonesNot published
Pool typesAll, including concreteNot published
Shallow waterNot publishedFrom 35 cm; platforms of at least 1 × 1 m
Cleaning
Surface runtime12 hNot published
BrushesTwo side brushes; extended front and rear brushes for the waterlineTwo front roller brushes with differential speed; 17 cm suction inlet
ModesNot publishedFloor, wall, standard, eco
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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