Narwal Freo X Ultra vs Narwal Freo X Plus
Quick take: The Narwal Freo X Plus costs $700 less; the Narwal Freo X Ultra has stronger suction (8,200 vs 7,800 Pa).
| Spec | Narwal Freo X Ultra | Narwal Freo X Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,400 | $700 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (800) | 4.3★ (600) |
| Type | Robot Vacuum & Mop | Robot Vacuum & Mop |
| Suction | 8200 Pa | 7800 Pa |
| Battery | 210 min | 210 min |
| Navigation | LiDAR + Camera | LiDAR |
| Noise | 65 dB | 65 dB |
| Dustbin | 400 ml | 400 ml |
| Water tank | 350 ml | 300 ml |
| Self-empty dock | Yes | Yes |
| Auto mop washing | Yes | Yes |
| Hot water washing | Yes | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | No |
| Carpet detection | Yes | Yes |
| Auto mop lifting | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-floor mapping | Yes | Yes |
| App control | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 13.6 x 13.6 x 3.8 in | 13.6 x 13.6 x 3.8 in |
| Weight | 10.4 lbs | 9.5 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Narwal Freo X Ultra
- ✓DirtSense detects dirty mop pads mid-clean and returns to wash — genuinely useful
- ✓Arguably the best mopping performance of any robot vacuum combo
- ✓Tri-laser obstacle avoidance is very effective, especially with dark furniture
- ✓EdgeSwing side mop extends to clean along walls
- ✓Quieter operation than most competitors at 65dB
- ✗Brand is less known in the US — harder to find replacement parts
- ✗Dock is large and the design is polarizing (tall, boxy)
- ✗Suction at 8200Pa is good but not class-leading for the price
- ✗Fewer third-party accessories and replacement parts available
Narwal Freo X Plus
- ✓Narwal mopping quality at a significantly lower price than the X Ultra
- ✓7800Pa suction is strong for this price range
- ✓All-in-one dock with self-empty and mop wash under $700
- ✓210-minute battery handles large floor plans easily
- ✓Effective mop lifting keeps carpets dry
- ✗No camera-based obstacle avoidance — bumps into small objects
- ✗No hot water mop washing — cold water only
- ✗App ecosystem is less mature than Roborock or Ecovacs
- ✗Limited US retail presence makes returns more complicated