Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone lab test: top-notch mopping, middling vacuuming
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Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone excels in mopping and obstacle avoidance but underperforms in vacuuming, ranking low in sand pickup tests. Priced at $900 with a 40% discount, it's recommended as a premium mopping robot with vacuum capabilities.
The Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone, successor to the X11, was lab-tested by ZDNET. It boasts 22,000Pa suction, a self-cleaning roller mop, and an AI Jet Mop that detects stains and sprays water. In tests, it ranked 41st in sand pickup on hardwood (64.23%) and 52nd on low-pile carpet (18.84%), indicating below-average vacuuming performance. However, its mopping was among the top five tested, and obstacle avoidance is excellent, avoiding over 83% of small obstacles and all pet waste samples. The robot's navigation accurately recognizes pet waste. Despite strong suction specs, real-world pickup is influenced by brush design, airflow, and nozzle architecture. Currently, it's sold at a 40% discount ($900) on Ecovacs' site, making it a worthwhile purchase for its mopping and navigation strengths.
Source: ZDNet AI —
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