Head to head · Robot pool cleaners

MOVA Rover X10 vs Dreame Z1

MOVA Rover X10 or Dreame Z1? Verdict Scores 85 and 68. The Rover X10: filter fineness 3 vs 180 µm, rated pool size 500 vs 180 m².

Manufacturers' published figures, scored by the same engine as the rankings. Nothing here is from a test we ran. · Updated

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Verdict

The MOVA Rover X10 has the higher Verdict Score, 85 to 68.

The MOVA Rover X10 has the edge in coverage, navigation, filtration, power, automation and reliability. The Dreame Z1 has the edge in value 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 180 µm), rated pool size (500 m² against 180 m²) and runtime (6 h against 3 h). No published figure puts the Dreame Z1 ahead.

The MOVA Rover X10 suits large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket. The Dreame Z1 suits buyers who find it discounted below the Pro.

MOVA
MOVA Rover X10≈ $1,300
Dreame
Dreame Z1$499

Where the MOVA Rover X10 is ahead

  • Coverage100 · 80
  • Filtration93 · 8
  • Navigation93 · 92
  • Power95 · 73
  • Automation72 · 52
  • Reliability73 · 60
  • Filter fineness3 µm · 180 µm
  • Rated pool size500 m² · 180 m²
  • Runtime6 h · 3 h
  • Pump flow38,000 l/h · 30,283 l/h

Where the Dreame Z1 is ahead

  • Ease of Use66 · 60
  • Value97 · 44

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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Dreame
Dreame Z1
MOVA Rover X10
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Dreame Z1
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≈ $1,300Price in the manufacturer's shop
$499Price 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
  • 8,000 GPH pump with walls and waterline
  • Ultrasound and 3D structured-light sensing
  • Poolside parking and more than three hours a charge
Cons
  • 15.8 kg to lift
  • Charging time not published
  • Live app control needs the AquaSonar float
  • Lists above the Z1 Pro, which does more
  • No basket volume, weight or warranty term published
  • 180 μm filter, no dock, four to six hours to charge
Best for
  • Large or leafy pools that need skimming and a big basket
  • Owners who want one robot for every surface
  • Buyers who find it discounted below the Pro
  • Simple pools up to 180 m² without a tanning ledge
Score breakdown
Verdict Score85/10068/100
Coverage
100
80
Filtration
93
8
Navigation
93
92
Power
95
73
Automation
72
52
Ease of Use
60
66
Reliability
73
60
Value
44
97
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 µm180 µm
Debris basket5 lNot published
Filters180 μm basket filter and a 3 μm ultrafine filter, both replaceableNot published
Navigation
MappingUnderwater LiDARCamera + sonar
Rated pool size500 m²180 m²
Floor gradientNot publishedNot published
Dirt detectionAI sensor spots dirt under water and adjusts speed and pathNot published
SensingNot publishedUltrasound and 3D structured light
Automation
Lifts itself outYesYes
Returns to the edgeYesYes
DockYesNo
SchedulingNoNo
Water quality sensingNoNo
Remote controlYesNo
Power
CordlessYesYes
Battery15,000 mAhNot published
Runtime6 h3 h
Charging timeNot published4 h
Pump flow38,000 l/h30,283 l/h
Motors15, including four turbine motors for the FloatDrive systemNot published
Suction, as publishedNot published8,000 GPH
PumpNot publishedTwo pump motors
ChargingNot publishedMagnetic charger, four to six hours
Connectivity
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothNoNo
4G / LTENoNo
Physical
Weight15.8 kgNot published
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 waterlineDual brushes
WaterlineNot publishedHorizontal waterline cleaning
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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