Compare Mova E40 Ultra vs Narwal Flow
In this technical comparison between the Mova E40 Ultra and the Narwal Flow, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Robot Vacuum Cleaners models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$449 / €399 and ~€899 / $999.
| Specifications |
Mova E40 Ultra |
Narwal Flow |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | September 2025 | September 2025 |
| Design & Build | ||
| Shape / Dimensions | Circular; 35 x 35 x 9.7 cm (Robot) | 34 x 45.7 x 59 cm (Base Station). | Circular robot; ~35.1 x 36.3 x 9.5 cm |
| Weight | Robot: ~4.06 kg | Total Package: ~17.2 kg | Robot: ~4.35 kg | Base Station: ~8.75 kg |
| Dustbin capacity | Onboard: 300 ml | Base Station Bag: 3.2 L (Provides up to 75 days of hands-free cleaning). | Onboard: 480 ml | Base Station Bag: 2.5 L (up to 120 days of storage) |
| Build material | Premium reinforced ABS with a polished finish. | High-grade reinforced plastics with premium matte/gloss finishes. |
| Cleaning & Performance | ||
| Suction power (Pa) | 19,000 Pa (TurboForce 6 motor) | 22,000 Pa (Industry-leading "Hyper Suction") |
| Cleaning modes | Vacuum Only, Mop Only, Vacuum & Mop (Simultaneous). | 5 Modes: Freo Mode (AI Auto), Vacuum then Mop, Vacuum & Mop, Vacuum only, Mop only. |
| Brush types | Anti-tangle side brush (45° angled design) and a motorized main roller brush. | Zero-Tangle Floating Roller Brush 2.0; Dual side brushes (one is an extending "EdgeReach" brush) |
| Carpet boost | Yes; uses Ultrasonic Carpet Detection to boost suction to max and lift mops. | Yes (CarpetFocus™ technology); increases suction by up to 182% and lifts mops 12 mm |
| Noise level (dB) | ~68–72 dB (during peak suction/emptying) | ~53 dB (Standard) to 60 dB (Max/Mop washing) |
| Navigation & Sensors | ||
| Navigation type | LDS (Laser Distance Sensor) + Single-line Laser Obstacle Avoidance. | Embedded LiDAR (360° laser scanning) + NarMind Pro AI. |
| Mapping support | Multi-floor 3D mapping; smart room recognition and path optimization. | Multi-floor mapping (up to 4 floors); 3D mapping and real-time path optimization. |
| Sensors | 360° LiDAR, Cliff sensors, Edge sensors, and Ultrasonic carpet sensors. | Dual RGB Cameras (1080p), Structured Light, Infrared, Ultrasonic, and Cliff sensors (recognizes 200+ object types). |
| Smart home integration | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and the MOVAhome App. | Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, and "Hey Narwal" native voice control. |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery capacity | 5,200 mAh (Lithium-ion). | 5,200 mAh (Lithium-ion) |
| Runtime | Up to 260 minutes (covers ~220m² or 2,370 sq. ft.). | Up to 190 minutes (over 3 hours) on a single charge |
| Charging type | Automatic contact charging; supports 30% faster charging than previous E-series. | Automatic contact charging via base station |
| Recharge & resume support | Yes | Yes; returns to charge and continues exactly where it left off. |
| Connectivity & App Features | ||
| Wi-Fi / App control | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi; control via MOVAhome App | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi + Bluetooth; full control via the Narwal Freo App |
| Scheduling | Robust scheduling by room, zone, or floor type. | Advanced scheduling (specific rooms, times, and cleaning intensities) |
| Remote control / voice control | App-based remote and voice assistant support. | Remote "Joy-stick" control in-app; native and 3rd party voice support. |
| No-go zones / virtual walls | Yes; easily configurable via the app map | Yes; supports restricted zones and virtual barriers for both mopping and vacuuming. |
| Various Features | ||
| Advanced Features | MaxiReach™ Mop Tech (mop extends 4 cm to reach corners); 22 mm obstacle crossing (retractable wheels for high thresholds). | FlowWash™ system (continuous rolling track mop); DirtSense 2.0 (re-cleans dirty areas automatically) |
| Additional Options | Optional CleanChop™ Brush 3.0 (hair-cutting roller brush module). | Optional Plumbing Integration Kit (Direct water hookup for auto-refill/drain). |
| Filtration & Maintenance | ||
| Filter type | HEPA Filter (High Efficiency Particulate Air) | HEPA-grade E11 filter (High-efficiency particulate air). |
| Washable filter | Yes | Yes |
| Mop water tank | Internal 80 ml (in robot); Base station has 4.5 L Clean / 4 L Dirty tanks. | Internal 120 ml tank (robot); 4L Clean/Dirty tanks (Base station). |
| Self-emptying bin support | Yes (Auto-empty into 3.2L bag). | Yes; 2.5 L disposable dust bag in the station |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | White / Space Gray | Silver White. |
| Inside the box | Robot, Base Station, Side Brush, 2 Mop Pads, 1 Dust Bag, Ramp Extension, and User Manual. | Robot, Base Station, 2.5L Dust Bag (pre-installed), Mop Roller, Side Brushes, Floor Cleaner (detergent), Power Cable, and Filter. |
| Price | ~$449 / €399 | ~€899 / $999 |
| Full Details | E40 Ultra - Full Specifications | Flow - Full Specifications |