Ecovacs Robotics is the manufacturer producing the Deebot robot vacuums. They are well-recognized among other robot vacuums in the market, so they’re definitely a viable option when trying to decide which robot vacuum is best for your home.
They have more than twenty years of experience in the vacuum industry and have produced other robotic appliances for the home as well. People are the most familiar with the Ecovacs Deebot.
It’s a smart robot vacuum that can help you keep your floors clean. If you’re looking for a robot vacuum, below are some features you should keep in mind before you decide which one is right for you. We’ll also review the best Deebot models available to help you make your decision.
Design
Robot vacuum designs are pretty consistent across the board, and not just with the Deebot. For the most part, they’re all round, with the exception of a few D shapes. However, the way the technology is designed is very different.
Some robot vacuums have one clean button on the top while others have two or three buttons, the function of which varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. While most robot vacuums are black or gray, some have silver on top and others are completely white.
One robot vacuum may have a three-brush system while others only have one main brush roll. All of these differences in design affect performance and the level of clean you’re going to get, so pay attention to what you’re buying.
The Ecovacs Deebot robot vacuums are all round but the buttons on top, the brushes underneath, and the sizes all vary from model to model. They’re all slightly over three inches tall and they come in silver, black, or white.
They all feature a clean button on top, but some have additional buttons that activate other features. Some Deebot models feature twin spinning brushes to loosen dirt and debris for a better clean.
The wheels are strong, allowing it to drive over multiple surfaces and transition back and forth between flooring types easily. If the robot vacuum is equipped with mapping and navigation, it has a small tower that pops up from the top for easier viewing of the landscape.
Technology
Robot vacuum technology differs greatly from one manufacturer to the next. However, some things you may want to look for are Wi-Fi, smartphone apps, voice controls, navigation, mapping, IFTTT integration, and self-emptying dustbins.
Some models have fewer frills so they can focus on more powerful cleaning technology while others come with all the bells and whistles. Technology drives up the price in most cases, so consider your budget and what you need versus what would just be nice to have.
Ecovacs Deebot isn’t as recognizable of a name as Roomba or Neato, but they’re still high-quality robot vacuums with a lot of technology. They enable you to clean your floors with little effort.
Below is some of the specific technology you can look for and what you should expect from Ecovacs.
WiFi Support
If a robot vacuum is equipped with any technology at all, it starts with Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi enables a whole gamut of other technology solutions and opens the door for increased ease of operation.
If a robot vacuum has Wi-Fi, it also has a smartphone app at the bare minimum, so you can control it from wherever you are. It may also feature voice controls via a smart home assistant connection, schedules, mapping, navigation, cleaning stats, and more.
Mose Ecovacs Deebot models have Wi-Fi. There’s only one that doesn’t. This Wi-Fi lets you control your robot vacuum from the smartphone app, so you get access to your vacuum even when you’re not at home.
Smart Home Compatibility
Hooking your robot vacuum up to your smart home assistant allows you to control the vacuum with your voice. Some robot vacuums with mapping even allow you to label your rooms and then customize your voice commands to clean specific rooms at will.
Some of the Ecovacs Deebot robot vacuums with Wi-Fi also allow you to connect it to Amazon Alexa or Google Home. You can control the vacuum with your voice from the couch if you like.
Vacuuming Technology
Vacuuming technology means a lot of different things to different manufacturers. Some have advanced brush placement, increased suction, and multiple cleaning modes.
Ecovacs Deebots have four cleaning modes and three cleaning stages. All you have to do is select the cleaning mode you want and the vacuum will use it. Auto cleaning mode cleans based on what it thinks your floors need. It will make its own pattern and clean until it’s done. Single-room mode will clean one room and then turn off when it’s done. Edge cleaning focuses on edges to clean hard to reach places.
The last cleaning mode is spot clean mode, which allows you to give special attention to a particularly messy spot. It will focus its cleaning on a small spot and move in a circle until that one spot it clean.
The Ecovacs Deebot will also automatically switch to maximum power when it detects carpet or big messes, which means you’ll get a more effective clean.
Navigation
Robot vacuums with navigation can map your home and build floor plans in the app. This gives you access to more detailed cleaning stats so you always know where your vacuum was and how long it worked.
Navigation also allows a robot vacuum to choose the most effective path around your home so it can get its cleaning done without wasting energy.
There are a few Ecovacs Deebot models that have this feature. They can navigate your home, build maps, and then allow you to view the floorplan on your smartphone app. This also enables you to set up virtual walls to keep your robot vacuum out of areas where you don’t want it to clean.
You can control your Deebot with the app, check its progress, and create custom schedules.
Filtration
Some robot vacuums have one simple filter, some have two filters for an extra clean, some have three-step filtration systems, and others have HEPA certified filters that are great for those with allergies.
The filtration system is not only an important indicator of vacuum technology, but it also gives you a clue as to whether your robot vacuum will be able to clear the air of allergens and other small particles.
While Ecovacs Deebot robot vacuums come with high-efficiency filters, they’re not HEPA certified. However, it can still filter out a lot of allergens in your home and gather up particles as small as pet hair.
Brushes
Brush type and configuration will tell you a lot about the robot vacuum. Some have dual side brushes that reach into corners to gather dirt in front of the main brush roll for better suction. Others have one primary brush roll. Some even have self-cleaning brush rolls for easy maintenance.
Ecovacs Deebots have a primary brush roll that works to loosen dirt deep in your floors. It can tackle carpets well and you can even remove the brush roll to get direct suction on your bare floors.
Recharge and Resume
Most robot vacuums will return to their dock when their battery runs low. This allows it to recharge on its own. However, not all models can pick up where they left off afterwards. In order to resume a cleaning cycle, the robot vacuum has to know where it was in the cycle before it died.
Some robot vacuum runtimes are not long enough to clean your entire home on one charge, which means you could benefit from the recharge and resume feature. However, if you have a small home or apartment, you may not need it.
This feature requires detailed navigation and mapping technology. Because some Ecovacs Deebots have navigation and mapping, they can recharge and resume with ease.
With the Ecovacs Deebot runtimes, you’ll likely see your whole home get clean before the battery dies. That means you don’t necessarily need navigation. However, if you have a larger home, you may want the recharge and resume feature.
Ecovacs have really long runtimes, which is a fantastic feature, but they also recharge very slowly, so when taking advantage of your recharge and resume feature, you may notice that it doesn’t set back out to finish it’s cleaning cycle for a few hours.
Floor Types
Some robot vacuums are better suited for a particular floor type. For instance, slim profile robot vacuums don’t handle high pile carpet very well because they’re too short. Larger robot vacuums can tackle all kinds of floors, but don’t fit under low profile furniture.
The wheels on the robot vacuum will also have a lot to do with the flooring types it can handle because it needs to be able to navigate back and forth easily between different types.
Ecovacs Deebot models are designed specifically for hard surfaces rather than carpet. They work great on tile, marble, and hardwood. They can tackle some low pile carpets, but if you have a lot of deep pile in your home, they’re not the best choice.
Scheduling
Robot vacuums with smartphone apps typically allow scheduling. Some robot vacuums without smartphone apps do, too, but it’s limited and not very highly customizable.
The Ecovacs Deebot app will allow you to program a custom schedule, choosing the days and times you want your robot vacuum to clean. You can set it up when you’re at work and keep up with cleaning even when you’re on vacation.
You can also customize your schedule to indicate cleaning certain rooms of certain days of the week. Monday is the living room, Tuesday is the kitchen, and Thursday is the bedroom. You can make it work for you very easily.
Boundaries
Many robot vacuums come with virtual walls or boundary strips to keep your unit out of places you don’t want it to go. Simply place these on the floor in your prefered spots and your vacuum will avoid them.
If you have access to floor plans via your robot vacuum’s mobile app, you can set up virtual boundaries and eliminate the unsightly strips or devices in the middle of the floor.
As long as you have access to the Ecovacs mobile application and mapping, you can set virtual boundaries instead of messing with boundary strips. Just indicate rooms on the map where you don’t want it to go, and it won’t go there.
It also enables features like defining restricted rooms, zoned cleaning, and setting up rooms you want it to clean first every time. High traffic areas like the kitchen can be set to tackle first, no matter what.
Control
There are plenty of different ways you can control your robot vacuum. There are buttons on the top of most units, smartphone apps for those with Wi-Fi, remote controls, and voice commands.
It is a personal preference which type of controls you’d like your robot vacuum to have. Also keep in mind that the buttons on the top of the unit have limited functionality while the remote control or smartphone app will enable you to do more.
Ecovacs Deebot models have buttons on the top and those with Wi-Fi have connections to the smartphone app. You can also connect it to Amazon Alexa or Google Home if you’d like to set up voice commands.
Some models also come with a remote control so you can use that while you’re at home and the smartphone app while you’re away.
Current Ecovacs Deebot Models
So, is the Ecovacs Deebot right for you? Let’s take a look at some of the most popular models to find out. There are some basic options and some high-end offerings in the lineup.
Ecovacs Deebot 901
Navigation and mapping typically drives the price of your robot vacuum up farther than you’d like it to go. Fortunately, there’s an Ecovacs Deebot model that solves that problem. The 901 has mapping technology, but a modest price tag.
It has the same black, circular design that we see in a lot of robot vacuums, but the profile isn’t so slim. It’s 13.9 inches in diameter and 3.3 inches tall. However, a lot of that height comes from the sensor on top that is equipped with the navigation technology you so covet.
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The two spinning brushes underneath gather dirt from the edges into the path of the main brush roll for a better clean. You can also remove the main brush in exchange for direct suction that can tackle animal hair with ease.
On its first cleaning cycle it will map your home and you can follow it along in the app. It will build a room layout so you can customize your cleanings. It will avoid obstacles with impressive dexterity and handle bare floors or low pile carpet.
This is a modestly-priced solution for effective cleaning with laser navigation technology that often makes robot vacuums much more expensive. You can define virtual boundaries, clean certain zones, and set up voice controls.
Pros:
- Advanced navigation for room mapping.
- Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa integration.
- Customizable configuration.
- Create virtual boundaries.
- Create a cleaning schedule through the mobile app.
Cons:
- The design leaves a little to be desired.
- Mapping is only for a single room at a time.
- Could improve performance along baseboards.
Ecovacs Deebot 711
The Ecovacs Deebot 711 has a slightly shorter battery life than other Ecovacs Deebot models, but it’s still almost two hours. It’s great for medium to large spaces, but it does not feature the recharge and resume option.
However, it does have auto, spot, and edge cleaning modes for increased functionality and powerful suction with a high-efficiency filter. It works on both bare floors and carpets, so it’s ideal for almost anybody.
It has advanced navigation and mapping, so you get all the features you need for controlling the robot vacuum via the smartphone app as well as using voice controls on your smart home assistant.
In addition to that, you can receive voice reports instead of looking at the cleaning stats on the app. It’s a quiet machine so you can feel comfortable running it anytime. It also comes with a remote control for simple operation at home.
As a bonus, this model also has an optional mop that allows you to clean up liquid in addition to dirt and debris.
Pros:
- High-quality mapping and navigation features.
- Mobile app allows for voice control through Amazon Alexa and Google Home.
- Smart home integration.
- Various cleaning modes for use as needed.
Cons:
- Smaller dustbin requires emptying more often.
- Suction isn’t as good as with other Deebot robot vacuums.
Ecovacs Deebot M80
The Ecovacs Deebot M80 (read my full review here!) has all of the same cleaning modes for enhanced cleaning functionality, but it also have a v-shaped main brush that enables it to lift more dirt, even on carpet.
It has an optional mop, so you can clean up spots and liquid spills in addition to debris. It also has Wi-Fi so you can control it with the smartphone app or use your voice. The onboard sensors help it to avoid obstacles and stairs.
This is a great solution for anyone on a budget. It’s extremely affordable and has just the right amount of technology to make it easy to operate. The battery life is great, but you won’t experience a low profile or recharge and resume.
Pros:
- Affordable.
- Long-lasting battery.
- Large and easy to remove dustbin.
- Isn’t very noisy when cleaning.
Cons:
- Is known to get stuck under low-sitting furniture.
- Has challenges with corners and edges.
Ecovacs Deebot N79S
The Ecovacs Deebot N79S is one of the models we were talking about that is better suited for bare floors than carpet. However, with it’s brush configuration, it will pick up a considerable amount of dirt including pet hair.
It will perform moderately on some low pile carpeting, so it’s not out of the question if you have some small areas of carpet in your home. However, where it truly shines is in providing features you usually find at a much higher price point.
It has strong suction and four different cleaning modes for your convenience. It is equipped with Wi-Fi, so you can control it using the smartphone app or voice commands on your smart home assistant.
Not only can this strong performer pick up small particles, but it won’t skip a beat when faced with larger crumbs and pieces of food. Schedule cleanings when you’re away, enjoy long battery life, and get it at a decent price.
Pros:
- Powerful suction capabilities.
- Easy to set up and use.
- Control through mobile application.
- Great features and affordability.
- Integrates with Amazon Alexa and Google Home.
Cons:
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Minor navigation problems when running.
Ecovacs Deebot OZMO 950
Of all of the Ecovacs Deebot models, this one is truly the best. It’s also the most expensive. You can decide if you think it’s worth it or not, but it is packed with features and technology that you can only get in top of the line models.
With an incredible three hours of battery life, you can run the OZMO 950 across any size space without missing a beat and enjoy two-in-one vacuuming and mopping while you’re at it.
It has three levels of suction power as well as carpet detection, so not only will it work on many floor types, it will automatically increase suction as needed to tackle the mess.
Wi-Fi enables all of the features you would expect, but this robot vacuum truly shines when it comes to the navigation and mapping. You will experience multi-floor mapping instead of just one room, with unlimited virtual boundaries, custom mode, and area mode.
With this feature, you can store multiple floor plans for your two or three story home and your robot vacuum will remember them. Then you can customize cleaning areas on each map for a thorough clean all the time. The 950 will also avoid stairs for its own protection.
In mopping mode, it automatically avoids carpets so you don’t get your carpets wet or ruin the mop. You also have the power via the smartphone app to control the flow of water from the tank into the pad for three levels of perfect mopping.
Pros:
- Advanced mapping with multi-floor capability.
- Two-in-one vacuuming and mopping.
- Multiple cleaning modes.
- Long battery life.
- Great performance on many floor types.
Cons:
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Expensive.
Other Ecovacs Deebot Models to Consider
- Ecovacs Deebot M80 Pro Review
- Deebot N78 Robot Vacuum Review
- Deebot Slim Neo Review
- Deebot D77 Review
- Ecovacs Deebot R95 Review
Ecovacs Deebot models are high-quality robot vacuums that feature plenty of technology and units to meet every budget. They offer Wi-Fi and voice controls with navigation and mapping. Some even have two-in-one vacuuming and mopping for a whole-home approach to cleaning.
It doesn’t matter which model you choose. If you look for the features you need, you’ll be pleased with the overall performance of the Ecovacs Deebot robot vacuums.