ECOVACS DEEBOT Comparison 2022: N8 Pro+ vs. T8 AIVI vs. X1 OMNI vs. U2 Pro vs. 500 vs. 711

Ecovacs Robotics is a Chinese home robotics manufacturer with more than 20 years of experience in producing intelligent robot vacuum cleaners. Most of their products are highly rated on Amazon, they have budget models which you can buy for under $200 and a few flagship models that compete with other high-end devices from iRobot, Roborock, Neato, and others. If you decided to buy an Ecovacs Deebot but not sure which one is better for your needs, check out this comparison with the main differences between the Ecovacs Deebot model line.

Since the ECOVACS released many different models, some of them are old; some are most likely will not be on sale anymore, so we will not dive into the details of each of them. Let's have a look at the best and most popular Deebot models.

ECOVACS DEEBOT Comparison Chart

Features	DEEBOT N79S	DEEBOT 601	DEEBOT OZMO 930	DEEBOT 711	DEEBOT 500	DEEBOT U2 Pro	DEEBOT OZMO 920	DEEBOT OZMO 950
Runtime (min)	100	120	110	110	110	150	130	200
Suction Power (Pa)	1,000	800	1,000	N/A	N/A	N/A	1,200	1,500
Self-Emptying Base Support	no	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Scheduling	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Alexa / Google Home support	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Wet Mopping	no	no	yes	no	no	yes	yes	yes
Water tank size (ml)	-	-	300	-	-	300	240	240
Water output control	-	-	yes	-	-	yes	yes	yes
No-mop zones	-	-	no	-	-	no	yes	yes
Carpet boost	no	no	yes	no	no	no	yes	yes
Mapping	no	no	yes	yes	no	no	yes	yes
Mapping technology	-	-	Lidar	Camera	-	-	Lidar	Lidar
Multi-map support	-	-	no	no	-	-	up to 3	up to 3
Front camera & Object recognition	no	no	no	no	no	no	no	no
Virtual Wall / Magnetic boundary	no	no	yes	no	no	no	yes	yes
Zoned cleaning	no	no	yes	no	no	no	yes	yes
Room sequence	no	no	yes	no	no	no	yes	yes
Recharge & Resume	no	no	yes	no	no	no	yes	yes
Obstacle Climbing (in / mm)	N/A	0.55 / 14	0.62 / 16	N/A	0.55 / 14	0.55 / 14	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20
Robot height (cm / in)	7.9 / 3.11	7.9 / 3.11	10.02 / 3.94	8.3 / 3.26	7.8 / 3.07	N/A	9.3 / 3.66	9.3 / 3.66
Noise Level (dB)	67	64	65	N/A	65	66	66	66
Dustbin Capacity (ml)	N/A	300	450	520	520	400	430	430
Battery Capacity (mAh)	N/A	3,000	3,200	2,600	2,500	3,200	N/A	5,200
Warranty	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months
Price	$175.0	$219.19	$579.53	$119.99	$150	$288.89	$511.63	$769.89Amazon $427.14Aliexpress
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ECOVACS DEEBOT self-cleaning models comparison

Features	DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI	DEEBOT T9 AIVI	DEEBOT T9 Max	DEEBOT T10 Turbo	DEEBOT N8 Pro+	DEEBOT N9+	DEEBOT X1 Plus	DEEBOT X1 Turbo	Deebot X1 OMNI
Runtime (min)	180	120	120	120	110	150	120	120	120
Suction Power (Pa)	N/A	3,000	3,000	3,000	2,600	2,200	5,000	5,000	5,000
Self-Cleaning Base Support	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Auto-emptying	yes	yes	yes	no	yes	no	yes	no	yes
Auto water tank refilling	no	no	no	yes	no	no	no	yes	yes
Auto mop washing	no	no	no	yes	no	yes	no	yes	yes
Disposable bag capacity (ml)	2,500	2,500	2,500	-	2,500	-	3,200	-	3,000
Water container capacity (ml)	-	-	-	4,000	-	3,500	-	4,000	4,000
Air freshener	no	no	yes	no	no	no	no	no	no
Scheduling	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Alexa / Google Home support	yes	yes	no	no	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Wet Mopping	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Mopping system	OZMO	OZMO Pro 2.0	OZMO Pro 2.0	OZMO Turbo	OZMO	OZMO Turbo	OZMO Pro 3.0	OZMO Turbo 2.0	OZMO Turbo 2.0
Water tank size (ml)	240	240	240	-	N/A	180	80	80	80
Water output control	yes	yes	yes	-	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
No-mop zones	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Carpet boost	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	N/A	yes	yes	yes
Mapping	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Mapping technology	Lidar + camera	Lidar + camera	Lidar + True Detect	Lidar + camera	Lidar + DToF	Camera	Lidar + DToF	Camera + DToF	LDS + AIVI 3D
Multi-map support	up to 3	up to 3	up to 3	up to 3	up to 3	N/A	up to 3	up to 3	up to 3
Front camera & Object recognition	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	no	yes	yes	yes
Virtual Wall / Magnetic boundary	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Zoned cleaning	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Room sequence	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Recharge & Resume	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes
Obstacle Climbing (in / mm)	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20	0.79 / 20
Robot height (cm / in)	9.3 / 3.66	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	8.5 / 3.3	10.3 / 4.05	10.3 / 4.05	10.3 / 4.05
Noise Level (dB)	67	N/A	67	N/A	N/A	N/A	67	67	N/A
Dustbin Capacity (ml)	420	N/A	500	400	N/A	300	500	500	500
Battery Capacity (mAh)	5,200	5,200	N/A	5,200	N/A	5,200	5,200	5,200	5,200
Warranty	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months	12 months
Price	$899.99Amazon $800.64Aliexpress	$800.64	$960.00	$799.00	$649.99	$899.00	$999.99Amazon $427.14Aliexpress	$1349.0	$1399.99Amazon $1031.16Aliexpress
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Mopping vs. vacuuming

Half of the lineup only can do vacuuming while the other half is a hybrid vacuum&mop. The latest models include mopping attachments in the box. The latest models that come with the OZMO system also support the OZMO Pro 2.0 which is a vibrating water tank.

What is OZMO?

OZMO technology allows controlling water level output. There is an electric pump through which water runs out and three water levels so you can select how much water you need depending on mopping tasks.

What is the OZMO Pro 2.0?

OZMO Pro 2.0 is a 240 ml water tank that vibrates. The embedded electronic mophead vibrates up to 480 times/minute to provide an extra deep clean.

What is OZMO Pro 3.0?

OZMO Pro 3.0 ensures a full reciprocating vibration with a maximum frequency of 600 times/min. Counter-rotating cloth plates spin at 180 RPM to remove every last bit of dirt from the floor.

What is OZMO Turbo 2.0?

It is a system that has two rotating mopping pads. It rotates up to 180 times per minute making it more effective and efficient in scrubbing hard dirt and stains off the floor.

The second thing to consider is mapping. Normally I recommend getting a robot that has mapping ability as those are more efficient especially in medium and big homes.

Mapping technology: camera vs gyroscope vs Lidar

Smart robots create a map of your house by using different types of sensors: gyroscope, camera, and Lidar.

Only the "U" series uses a gyroscope to create a map. It builds a map by the robot hitting objects/walls and that's how it knows where to clean. Those robots do not save a created map, nor allow setting no-go zones, zoned cleaning, or sending the robot into a particular room. They do not locate themselves in a room if you manually move it.

The cameras robots need light to be on as those clean. Only the 700 series use a camera to navigate. To build a map, the camera takes lots of shots of the cleaning area. The 700 series does not support no-go zones, area cleaning, and can't be sent to clean a specific room.

Lidar-guided robots normally have the most advanced navigation among them all. The LDS sensor scans the surroundings to create the map. Those save a created map, support no-go/no-mop zones, can be sent to clean the kitchen, etc. The 900, T and the latest N series use Lidar to navigate.

Lidar creates the most accurate map and does not require light on, but a camera is more reliable, and lacking a tower on top makes camera-guided robots shorter. A shorter robot fits under most furniture.

The latest robots additionally have a built-in camera or DToF sensor that helps the cleaner to recognize small objects.

Random vs. Smart navigation. Which is better for a big house?

Random navigation means the robot bounces around more or less randomly. This causes missing spots and in big homes, there are more chances to leave some zones untouched. Those are good if you already have a traditional vacuum and need a robot for cleaning some rooms to keep the floors clean between big cleanings.

Smart navigation is a back-and-forth movement the robot does to cover the whole room without missing spots.

For a big house, I always recommend a robot with smart navigation as it wouldn't get lost since it knows where it needs to clean.

Battery life

A small battery means the robot might not cover a whole house on one charge if the house is big. A Lidar-guided robot cleans approximately 1sq m/10 sqft in 1 minute. Since the robots with random navigation randomly bounce around it's hard to measure how long it takes to cover the same area.

Battery life means how long the robot can clean on the lowest power settings.

The recharge and resume feature allows a robot to finish the job in big houses but keep in mind that on average it takes about 4,5 hr to charge.

Is the DEEBOT suitable for big houses?

Yes, the models with a bigger battery that run for up to 150+ minutes are suitable for big homes.

Carpet identification

It is a sensor that detects carpets and automatically boosts power when the robot steps on one. This feature helps to save battery life in big houses with a mixed surface so you don't have to change the power settings or run the robot on the highest suction all the time.

Connectivity

All DEEBOT models are connected to the app and can be controlled via Amazon Alexa and Google Home. None comes with a physical remote control.

Can my DEEBOT work without WiFi?

Yes, if you press the start button, the robot would start cleaning and when finished returns to the dock to recharge. But you wouldn't have access to smart features like scheduling, no-go zones, sending the robot to clean a specific room, etc.

Climbing height what does it mean?

It's the robot's ability to climb on low or medium-pile carpets and also the height of a threshold it can run over. Old models are not suitable for a medium-pile carpet but can work on a low-pile one.

The latest models can do the job on all kinds of surfaces.

Dustbin size. How often to clean the filter?

The dustbin size matters in homes with lots of human or pet hair. The dustbin size doesn't matter when the robot has a self-emptying base since it empties the bin automatically. Handy for bog homes with lots of debris or hair.

When the dustbin is packed it should be emptied since it causes a suction decrease. The same goes for the filter. Wipe it out of dust after every other cleaning. Even if you own a robot with a self-emptying base, you need to clean the filter after every other cleaning for better cleaning performance.

Smart Features: virtual boundaries, zone cleaning, prioritize areas

The ECOVACS app allows setting virtual boundaries that keep the robot from going to certain places.

Lidar-guided DEEBOTs allow setting restricted areas, creating zoned cleaning and prioritizing where to clean first using the ECOVACS app

Also, there is a possibility of creating zone cleaning. If you want the robot to work within a particular room, this option is useful. Also, you can send the robot to clean a specific room or a few.

In case there are high-traffic rooms such as a kitchen or living room, you can prioritize the vacuum to clean there first.

These options are supported by the Lidar-guided ECOVACS models.

ECOVACS DEEBOT N Series

Best-Seller

ECOVACS DEEBOT N79S

Best-selling model

Decent suction power and airflow velocity of 12 CFM. Long battery life in high mode (88 min). Suitable for homes with mixed surface

$175.0 from Amazon

The ECOVACS DEEBOT N79S is listed on Amazon for ~$175.0. It is the same old DEEBOT N79S only in white color. What is the DEEBOT N79S/N79W+ best for? 

• The most affordable model
• Homes with bare floors and some thin carpets

If you don’t want to spend more and just looking for a budget robot vacuum that will be an addition to the main vacuum — have a look at the N79S/N79W+. It is compatible with Alexa/Google Home, able to vacuum thin carpets, however, do not expect it to deep clean your carpets, it is more suitable for bare flooring and everyday cleaning. 

ECOVACS DEEBOT N78 vs. N79 vs. N79S vs. N79SE vs. N79W/N79W+: the difference explained

Firstly, let’s remember the oldest versions of the N Series: N78 and N79. The N78 is not Wi-Fi-enabled and comes with mopping attachment but the mopping performance is not impressive. The N79 is not a mopping robot but it does have Wi-Fi even tho it is not compatible with Amazon Alexa nor Google Home. These models have a low price tag so if you don’t need Alexa compatibility, you can get one of these.

DEEBOT N79S vs. N79SE. The N79S is an updated version of the N79, it has Alexa and Google Home integration and Max power mode that gives more power and can even do light vacuuming jobs on low-pile carpets (not deep cleaning). It is capable of removing for pet hair on hard floor but will not do so on carpet. The DEEBOT N79SE is the same as the N79S but one of these is sold on Amazon (N79S) while you can find the other one on Best Buy (N79SE).

DEEBOT N79S vs. N79W/N79W+. The difference between the N79S and N79W is a color option: one is black and the other one is white. It has the same motor and features. The DEEBOT N79W+ comes with a 2-years warranty respectively having a higher price tag (other models have a one year warranty).

Note, these models are not suitable for carpets, better use on hard flooring

ECOVACS DEEBOT 500 Series

Budget Pick

ECOVACS DEEBOT 500

The cheapest

Has a relatively big dustbin and decent runtime. Suitable for homes with mixed surface

~$150 from Amazon

It is one of the latest models from ECOVACS. The machine is similar to the N79S and Ozmo 601. The manufacturer does not provide what the suction is here. The robot is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home. What is the ECOVACS DEEBOT 500 good for? 

• Small homes 
• Homes with low-pile carpets

ECOVACS DEEBOT 500 vs. 502 vs. 505

There is no significant difference between these modifications except for the color option. The DEEBOT 500 is black, the DEEBOT 505 and DEEBOT 502 are white and grey respectively.

ECOVACS DEEBOT 600 Series

For Small Homes

ECOVACS Deebot 601

For Small Homes

Decent suction power, compatible with Amazon Alexa & Google Home. Suitable for thin carpets.

$219.19 from Amazon

The ECOVACS DEEBOT 601 is similar to the previous model but has a different design and weaker suction. The DEEBOT 601 is good for:

• Homes with no carpets
• Small homes

The DEEBOT 601 is not good for carpets, the suction is not enough to provide deep cleaning but the robot is ideal for houses with bare flooring.

ECOVACS DEEBOT 600 vs. 601 vs. 605 vs. 661 vs. OZMO 610

All these models are Wi-Fi-enabled and can be controlled by voice if you have Alexa or Google Home.

DEEBOT 600 vs. 601 vs. 605 vs. 661. The 600 and 601 are the same models that are capable of mopping but the water tank can optionally be ordered separately. The DEEBOT 600 and 601 have a different color option: white and black respectively. 

While the 600 and 601 modifications come without a water tank in the box, the DEEBOT 605 includes a tank. There is also a DEEBOT 661 which has the same features of the 605 modification, the difference between the DEEBOT 661 and DEEBOT 605 is also in a color option (black and white) only. Both models have a water tank in the box and this is how you can distinguish it from the 600/601 models.

The DEEBOT 605 (white) is not available to buy on amazon.com but you can get the DEEBOT 661 (black) instead.

DEEBOT 600/601/661 vs. OZMO 610. The main difference between these models would be OZMO technology. This system controls water level supply depending on light or heavier jobs while a standard water tank does not have a motor so water constantly drips at about the same amount all the time. Ozmo saves water extending mopping time up to 200 minutes on low settings (vs. 110 minutes). The OZMO 610 also has a smaller dustbin (450 ml vs. 520 ml).

ECOVACS DEEBOT 700 Series

Camera-Based Model

ECOVACS DEEBOT 711

Camera-based robot vacuum

The first robot vacuum is equipped with a camera sensor to build a map of the cleaning area. Has a relatively big dust container and a short body that can reach areas under most furniture. Suitable for small to medium homes with a mixed surface.

$119.99 from Amazon

The ECOVACS DEEBOT 711 is a robot vacuum cleaner from the model line that is based on a camera, not the LDS laser. The robot creates a map, knows where it has cleaned but does not support virtual walls and zoned cleaning. The previous two robots can be tracked in real-time in the app when the DEEBOT 711 can not. What is the DEEBOT 711 good for?

• Small and average-sized houses
• Homes with occasional thin carpets

The ECOVACS DEEBOT 711 is ideal for everyday cleaning but will not provide deep cleaning on carpets.

ECOVACS DEEBOT 710 vs. 711 vs. 711S

The 700 Series is a camera-guided robot vacuum with some small differences between modifications.

ECOVACS DEEBOT 710 vs. 711. It is the same robot vacuum, only the 710 is white when the 711 comes in black color. Other than the color options, these machines are identical.

ECOVACS DEEBOT 711 vs. 711S. The DEEBOT 711S has better battery performance. Instead of 110 minutes, the 711S model gives you 130 minutes of runtime on one charge. At about the same price, you get an identical robot vacuum for a bigger cleaning area.

ECOVACS DEEBOT U2 Series

Best Budget

ECOVACS DEEBOT U2 Pro

Long-lasting budget model

Suitable for medium-pile carpets and bigger homes

$288.89

The DEEBOT U2 Pro is a budget yet powerful robot vacuum that also can do mopping. It lasts up to 2.5 hours and follows a back-and-forth purposeful navigation pattern. The U2 Pro also has the biggest dustbin in the lineup.

ECOVACS DEEBOT 900 Series

The 900 Series are laser or laser with camera-guided robot vacuums. Unlike the DEEBOT 700 Series, you can interact with the map by setting virtual walls, zoned cleaning, or prioritizing where to clean. The OZMO models come equipped with mopping attachments and are capable of recognizing carpets in order to avoid them.

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 930

Runner-Up

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 930

Avoids carpets in mopping mode

Equipped with a suction inlet and cleaning brush, suitable for pet hair. Identifies carpets, in vacuum mode, it boosts up suction, in mopping mode, the robot avoids carpets. 

$579.53 from Amazon

The ECOVACS DEEBOT Ozmo 930 is similar to the DEEBOT 901. It includes a suction inlet, maps your home, and has the same suction. However, the Ozmo 930 also can do mopping and while doing it, the robot avoids carpets so you don’t have to create blocked zoned around the carpets. The robot can identify carpets, when it’s on carpet, the Ozmo 930 boosts up suction to max level to provide deeper cleaning. What is the ECOVACS DEEBOT Ozmo 930 suitable for?

• Average and big homes
• Homes with occasion carpets 
• Houses with mostly bare flooring
• Pet owners

The robot is perfect for those who have some carpets and want a robot with mopping. But the same as with the DEEBOT 901, the Ozmo 930 won’t clean thick carpets, it is not suitable for deep carpet cleaning.

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 920

Also Great

ECOVACS DEEBOT Ozmo 920

Ideal for multi-level homes

Can do mopping and sweeping at the same time. Equipped with a cleaning brush and suction inlet for pet hair. Supports virtual boundaries, custom mode, and area cleaning. Lasts up to 130 minutes on one charge. Water level can be controlled in the app. Ideal for big homes with more than one floor and pet owners.

$511.63 from Amazon

The ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 920 is very similar to the new OZMO 950/T5. The biggest difference between the two is suction power. The OZMO 950 has 1,500 Pa, the OZMO 920 has 1,200 Pa. The OZMO 950 has three cleaning modes: normal, max, and max plus. The OZMO 920 has two: normal and max. 

The OZMO 920 provides up to 130 minutes of cleaning which is a good result. It is not as good on medium-pile carpets as the OZMO 950 but still good enough for thin carpets and bare flooring. Equipped with a 240 ml water tank and mopping pads for mopping chores. In the app, you can control the water level depending on your mopping needs.

The ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 920 is suitable for homes with more than one level, pet hair, and mixed surface.

What is the DEEBOT OZMO 920 good for?

• Average and bigger homes
• Multi-level houses
• Pet owners
• Homes with a small area of bare floor
• Homes with thin carpets
• Cluttered homes
• Alexa & Google Assistant owners

To conclude: the OZMO 930 is an older robot vacuum with its flaws. It is good for small to average homes with almost no carpets and pet hair while the OZMO 920 is better for homes with more than one floor and medium-pile carpets.

DEEBOT “N” Series

The Series is a Lidar-guided robot vacuum with a bunch of other sensors that help it to navigate around. All of them work for up to 110 minutes and can do mopping, have the same 240 ml water tank. All of those resume cleaning after recharging too.

The N series includes:

• N8 Pro/Pro+
• N8/N8+
• N7
• N9+ OZMO

The N7 is the cheapest among the others and is suitable for those who want an advanced robot with no extra features.
It doesn't recognize objects but navigation is still decent with the Lidar and other sensors that allow the robot to navigate around without bumping into things.
And there is no mention of its compatibility with a self-emptying system so it might not be able to support one.

The N8/N8 Pro series have a lot alike too. The "+" means a self-emptying bin is included. Tho the N8 and N8 Pro versions are compatible with one but you have to buy it separately. Also, the “Pro” means that the robot “sees” and recognizes small objects on the way.
There is not much information about the two, the other difference you can think of is its suction, the N8/N8+ has 2,300 Pa, the Pro version has 2,600 Pa.

ECOVACS DEEBOT N7 vs. N8 vs. N8 Pro

Comparing the N8 with the N7, you can say that the N7 is cheaper but it doesn't have object detection so this is a budget option. As well as we are not sure of it supporting a self-emptying bin. Since the N7 and N8 are almost identical, I believe the only difference is the N8 is compatible with the self-emptying bin when the N7 is not.

The N8 and N8+ also lack the sensor that allows the robot to recognize and avoid objects. Another difference is suction, the N8/N8+ are not as powerful as the N8 Pro versions.

The N8 and N8 Pro are mid-level models. Let's not forget, the T8 AIVI is still a top-notch model in the lineup.

Affordable high-end model

ECOVACS DEEBOT N8 Pro+

A budget version of the top-level models

Recognizes small objects, compatible with a self-emptying base, ideal for medium-sized houses

$649.99 from Amazon

ECOVACS DEEBOT N9+ OZMO

The DEEBOT N9+ OZMO is the only robot in the "N" series that does not have a self-emptying function, instead comes with two large water containers that wash the mopping pads.

Best for hard floors

Ecovacs Deebot N9+ OZMO

Washes the mopping pads on its own

Guided by a camera and has two large water tanks, one for clean and one for dirty water.

$899.00 from Aliexpress

The DEEBOT N9+ is the first robot in the family that has a big base which washes the mopping pads. It doesn't refill the water tank nor empty the bin. The robot lacks object recognition and is guided by a camera. The base contains two large water tanks, one for clean and one for dirty water. As it mops, the robot returns to the base to wash the pads so you don't have to do so manually.

The robot has strong suction but is mostly made for hard floors although it does mopping and sweeping at the same time.

DEEBOT “T” Series

The T Series includes:

• OZMO T5
• OZMO T8
• OZMO T8 AIVI
• T9
• T9 AIVI
• T9 Max
• T10

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO T5

The Best Value

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO T5

The longest-lasting battery in the industry

Runs up to 200 minutes on low power and the whole 150 minutes on high power. Has the longest-lasting battery life on the market. Has one of the highest airpower velocity (24 CFM) in the business. Can do mopping and sweeping, identifies carpets. In vacuum mode, it provides deeper cleaning; in mopping mode, it avoids carpets. In the app, you can control a water level. Supports restricted areas, zoned cleaning and room cleaning. Ideal for large homes with more than one level covered in carpets and pet owners.

$229.0 from Amazon

Runs for up to 200 minutes on low power settings and the whole 150 minutes in high power which is long enough, only a few cleaners in the market can work on low power for 2.5 hours. 

It has 1,500 Pa of suction and 24 CFM of airpower velocity which is one of the highest numbers we’ve seen to date. It has an upgraded cleaning brush that handles hair tangling pretty well. It provides deep cleaning on medium-pile carpet and shows good results on a deep carpet cleaning test according to the Vacuum Wars review. 

It is the first model that saves up to 3 floor plans which makes the robot ideal for big multi-level houses. Equipped with a cleaning brush and suction port for bare flooring cleaning and pet hair pickup.

It recognizes carpet when vacuuming the cleaner boosts up suction once it steps on carpet to ensure deeper cleaning. In mopping mode, it avoids carpets. You can also drag an area around carpets to let the cleaner know where it should not go. Unlike the OZMO 930, the newest T5 can do both: mopping and vacuuming at the same time.

What is the DEEBOT OZMO T5 good for?

• Large homes
• Multi-level houses
• Pet owners
• Homes with a small area of bare floor
• Homes with thin and medium-pile carpets
• Cluttered homes
• Alexa & Google Assistant owners

DEEBOT OZMO 950 vs. T5: both seem to have the same specifications. The difference between the two would be the design. They are the same vaccum with different branding.

To conclude: The OZMO T5 is better for bigger homes and medium-pile carpets, also more suitable for pet hair.

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI / T8

Our Choice

ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI

Is able to recognize small objects

Equipped with a camera that can see small things and avoid them. Can do mopping and sweeping also lasts up to 180+ minutes. Has the best navigation among the DEEBOT robots.

$499.99 from Amazon

The newest robot in the family has DToF Laser Detection which recognizes small things such as cables, shoes, socks, etc. It has the most precise navigation in the family because of the built-in camera. Also, it can last up to 3+ hours on one charge which means the T8 AIVI is perfect for big homes.

There is another modification, the DEEBOT T8. Unlike the T8 AIVI, the T8 does not have a camera. Instead, it uses TrueDetect 3D Advanced Technology to recognize objects. It is able to recognize even the smallest objects and it also does not allow streaming videos in real-time. Since it does not have a camera and relates to a laser only, it does a better job recognizing objects in the dark.

Ideal for large multi-level houses

It supports multimapping and can save up to 3 different maps. The OZMO T8 is based on one of the best robots in the series, the OZMO 950.

Because of strong suction and carpet identification, the OZMO T8 is suitable for medium-pile carpets. It also avoids carpeted surfaces in mopping mode as it can detect one which you can see on the map.

The OZMO T8 avoids carpets in mopping mode

To conclude: We do not recommend getting the OZMO 960 as it is expensive and is basically the OZMO 930 which is an old model. The OZMO T8 AIVI has a bigger battery, stronger suction, and overall better navigation & specifications. So far, the OZMO T8 AIVI is the best in the family and we would recommend it to buy for anyone who wants a robot vacuum with object recognition and also great features.

ECOVACS DEEBOT T9 Series

The ECOVACS DEEBOT T9 is the newest high-end device in the lineup. It has all the features of the T8 but in addition stronger suction as well as a new feature, the Air Freshener.

Good value

Ecovacs Deebot T9 Max

Washes the mopping pads on its own

Guided by a camera and has two large water tanks, one for clean and one for dirty water.

$960.00 from Aliexpress

The T9 series includes the following models:

• ECOVACS DEEBOT T9/T9 Max/T9 Power
• ECOVACS DEEBOT T9 AIVI

The "+" at the end stands for a self-emptying station included in the box.

There is not much information about the difference between the T9, Max, and Power versions. What I could find is that the tower with Lidar is gold in the T9 Max and is white in the T9 Power. The robot has the same features as the T8 but delivers more pascals (3,000 Pa), and its navigation is more advanced. It does not have a camera (as the T8 AIVI does) and as a result, does not make a live video.

ECOVACS DEEBOT T9 Power/Max vs. T9 AIVI

1. The two use different technology for object recognition, the T9 AIVI uses a camera and also allows streaming live videos when the Max/Power is equipped with a 3D sensor. The T9 AIVI leaves small icons of the avoided objects on the map.
2. Another difference is the cleaning mechanics. The T9 AIVI is equipped with the iRobot's double rotating bristles brushes, AirForce.
3. The T9 AIVI has a smaller dustbin (330 vs. 420 ml).

The T9 is not on sale yet but it looks promising so we are waiting for it to come to the market. Well, technically, you can buy these on Aliexpress but to make it work, the seller needs to create an account with a Chinese phone number and only in this case, you can connect the robot to the app.

ECOVACS DEEBOT T10 series

Good value

Ecovacs Deebot T10 Turbo

Washes the mopping pads on its own

Guided by a camera and has two large water tanks, one for clean and one for dirty water.

$799.00 from Aliexpress

Both models are equipped with a camera for object recognition and are able to make a real-time video, an option that is not available for models with a 3D sensor.

DEEBOT T9 vs. T10

The DEEBOT T10 has a vibrating mopping pad and a different style of a self-emptying base. A disposable bag is also bigger (4 L vs. 2.5 L).

Ecovacs Deebot X1 Plus

Premium Self-emptying

Ecovacs Deebot X1 Plus

Premium robot vacuum with a self-emptying base

Does not have water containers for washing the pad yet the pad vibrates as the robot mops

$999.99 from Amazon

The X1 Plus is the cheapest in the X series. It does not have water containers in the base to wash and dry the pads but it comes with a disposable bag that holds debris for up to 2 months. It has all the bells and whistles of the premium machine, the X1 OMNI yet does not wash the mopping pad. The mopping plate vibrates, unlike the other X1 modifications that have two rotating pads.

Ecovacs Deebot X1 Turbo

Flagship Mopping Cleaner

Ecovacs Deebot X1 Turbo

Washes and dried the mopping pads

Does not self-empty the dust yet does it all for mopping

$1349.0 from Amazon

The X1 Turbo lacks a self-emptying feature yet comes with two water containers to wash and dry the mopping pads. More suitable for homes with hard floors mostly.

Ecovacs Deebot X1 OMNI

The flagship

Ecovacs Deebot X1 OMNI

Is able to recognize small objects

Equipped with a camera that can see small things and avoid them. Can do mopping and sweeping also lasts up to 180+ minutes. Has the best navigation among the DEEBOT robots.

$1399.99 from Amazon

The DEEBOT X1 OMNI is the first robot vacuum in the industry that has it all in one machine. It is guided by Lidar and has the newest object recognition technology with a stereo camera for better performance.

The base contains two large containers that supply clean water to the pads to wash them and fills the water tank inside the robot. When the robot finishes cleaning, the pads are getting washed and the dustbin's content being sucked up right into the base. None robot vacuum in the market has this many features in one device.

The mopping pads are getting dried with hot air so they are ready to be used the next time.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why do I need one with an electronic water tank?

An electronic water tank allows setting the right amount of water out as the robot mops. If you cleaning a high-traffic room you probably need more water for better performance. Overall, an electronic water tank helps the robot to mop better.

2. Are pods washable or disposable?

The pods are washable. Can be washed in a washing machine.

3. I have a dog and a cat. Both leave lots of pet hair. Which one should I get that would be able to pick up all the hair?

We would recommend getting a robot with stronger suction and one that has a suction inlet in the box. Stronger suction helps to pick up more, and the suction inlet sets you free from hair clogging.

4. Can I use a DEEBOT without WiFi?

Yes, you can but will not have access to additional features such as scheduling, no-go zones, etc.

5. Can I add detergent to the mopping tank for better mopping results?

The manufacturer does not allow adding anything other than water to the tank.

6. Does a DEEBOT alert when the dustbin is full?

No, none of the DEEBOTs has this option.

7. I live in a big house. Which robot to get if I am not planning of using it upstairs?

Get one that lasts longer. This can be the OZMO 950 (T5) or T8 AIVI or T8.

8. I want a robot that recognizes carpets when it mops. Which one shall I go for?

The OZMO 930, 920, 950, 960, and T8 AIVI/ T8 and N series identify carpets in mopping mode. The latest models also support No-Mop zones so you can set them around the carpeted area.

9. Can the robot avoid a dog's poop?

Only the OZMO T8, T8 AIVI, and N8 Pro+ are able to recognize pet waste. This technology is still new so we would not recommend leaving the robot on its own when you are out.

10. I have three pets and don't want to spend time maintaining the robots. Which one would be the easiest for me to use?

Probably you need the OZMO T8, T8 AIVI, and N8 Pro+ Those are compatible with a self-emptying bin that holds up to 30 robot's bins so you don't have to empty the bin after every cleaning.

11. Does mopping matter much? I have hard floors but not sure I need mopping. Aiming to the Deebot 901.

If you don't think you would use mopping, get the DEEBOT 901. A mopping feature is nice to have but not the most important. Some people do not use it at all.

12. My budget is about $300. Average apartment with some low-pile rugs. Mostly hard floors. Which would be best?

The DEEBOT 901 is a very good buy. It is smart, efficient and budget now. If you need mopping, have a look at the newer U2.

Which Ecovacs Deebot would you get? Write to us in the comment section below.