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Narwal Flow 2 Ultra vs Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
The Narwal Flow 2 Ultra wins with a score of 9.1/10. Best for: Hard floor homes that prioritize mopping quality.
Winner
Narwal Flow 2 Ultra
9.1/10$1499
The undisputed mopping champion — best FlowWash system with 140°F heated water
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Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
9.0/10$1800
Premium robot vacuum with outstanding navigation and the best app experience
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Narwal Flow 2 UltraRoborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Overall
9.19.0
Hard Floor
9.59.2
Carpet
8.08.8
Mopping
9.88.5
Navigation
8.89.3
Noise
8.57.5
Smart Features
8.09.0
Maintenance
9.58.0
Specifications
| Narwal Flow 2 Ultra | Spec | Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| $1499 | Price | $1800 |
| 30000 | Suction (Pa) | 10000 |
| 7000 | Battery (mAh) | 5200 |
| — | Noise (dB) | 67.0 |
| — | Dustbin (ml) | 400 |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | 300 |
| — | Mop Lift (mm) | 5.0 |
| — | Height (mm) | 96.5 |
| — | Weight (kg) | 3.7 |
| LiDAR + AI Camera | Navigation | LiDAR + 3D ToF |
| ✅ | Self-Empty | ✅ |
| ✅ | Self-Wash Mop | ✅ |
| ✅ | Self-Dry Mop | ✅ |
| ✅ | AI Obstacle | ✅ |
Pros & Cons
Narwal Flow 2 Ultra
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
Pros
- + Best-in-class navigation
- + Excellent app experience
- + Strong suction
- + ReactiveAI obstacle avoidance
Cons
- − Expensive
- − Low mop lift height
- − Large dock footprint
The Verdict
The Narwal Flow 2 Ultra is the better choice with an overall score of 9.1/10 — best for hard floor homes that prioritize mopping quality. The Narwal Flow 2 Ultra is more affordable at $1499 vs $1800.