Top Deebot Models: Ozmo 900 vs. 920 vs. 930 vs. 950
Roomba and Deebot are two household names in consumer robotics. The world-famous Roomba is from the American company iRobot. Deebot, on the other hand, is the robot vacuum line of Ecovacs based in China.
iRobot came out with their first Roomba in 2002, whereas Ecovacs introduced their first Deebot in 2007. Although Roomba is quite the trailblazer, their products are consistently more expensive; whereas, Ecovacs made sure their robot vacuum line can cater to the masses. An excellent example is the Deebot 900 series.
The Deebot 900 series is by no means cheap, but these models cover a lot of things at a more affordable price point.
In this article, we shall compare top Deebot models, such as the Deebot Ozmo 950 vs. 930. Of course, we haven’t excluded the Deebot Ozmo 900 and 920.
So, let us discuss these differences in detail so that you can track down the best Deebot for your home’s needs.
Deebot Model Comparison
Ecovacs wants you to know that you can save money while you get a robot vacuum that can compete against its high-end rivals. If you are looking for a robovac hybrid, consider getting any of the following Deebots:
1. Deebot Ozmo 900
Aesthetic-wise, the Ozmo 900 doesn’t differ much from other Deebots in Ecovacs’ cleaning arsenal. It is a neat-looking robot vacuum with a distinctive turret on top that houses the unit’s laser-mapping sensor.
The top lid contains the dustbin and a removable HEPA filter, both of which you can slip in/out using the plastic handle.
For its brush system, this model uses a bar brush for enhanced carpet cleaning and hair pick-up. Likewise, the robovac comes equipped with a pair of circular, three-pronged side brushes.
We also like how the droid decelerates each time it approaches obstacles. The bumper also protects the bot from bouncing against furniture if your pooch whiz by and hits it.
Better yet, create “no-go zones” using the Ecovacs app, so your robot will stay away from your dog’s territory and other robot death traps.
You can also change the robovac’s current cleaning mode, view how long it has been cleaning, and view battery percentage, among many others. If your little mecha is running out of juice, it merely heads back to the dock to recharge itself and continues where it left off.
In terms of vital stats of the Deebot 900, it measures 33.7 cm (13.27 inches) in diameter and 9.5 cm (3.74 inches) in height.
Pros
- Features Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology
- You can create unlimited virtual fences
- Uses a removable and washable HEPA filter
- Has an automatic “recharge and resume” cleaning feature
- Works seamlessly with Smart Home integration
- Simultaneous vacuuming and mopping
Cons
- Pet hair may often get tangled in the brush roll
- The dustbin capacity is 350 ml only
- Cables can cause the robot to trip
- The map lacks textured differences to depict carpets from bare floors
- Couldn’t store multiple floor plans
- Has a maximum run-time of 90 minutes and 45 minutes on Max mode
- It takes about 240 minutes to refuel
2. Deebot Ozmo 920
Now, let’s compare Deebot Ozmo 900 vs. 920. Design-wise, the Deebot Ozmo 920 did not break much from the mold. It measures 33.7 cm (13.7 inches) in diameter and 9.5 cm (3.74 inches) in height, inclusive of the laser turret. There is a small dustbin housed beneath the top lid of the unit. Down under, you will find a roller brush and a pair of spinning edge brushes.
Cleaning bare floors are easy-breezy with the Ozmo 920! This robovac uses Floating Brush 2.0, which automatically adjusts its height based on the floor type it is cleaning.
This unit also comes equipped with carpet sensors, but it is going to wail a bit while it increases its suction power. Nevertheless, we appreciate how Deebot thoughtfully added a direct suction option, so you can replace the roller brush with a vent for sucking up piles of pet hair.
Moreover, the Ozmo 920 is just as reliant as the Ozmo 900. The robot recharges itself when it is running low in battery and continues cleaning where it stopped.
Best of all, it comes packed with Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology. The sensors will continuously scan its environment to create and save not just one, but three maps!
The interactive map also highlights a new-and-improved virtual boundary system that is programmable for the mopping feature as well.
Pros
- Features Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology
- Uses Floating Brush 2.0 with upgraded pressure-retention system
- Comes with Carpet Boost and a direct suction option
- You can create unlimited virtual fences
- Uses a removable and washable HEPA filter
- Has an automatic “recharge and resume” cleaning feature
- Works seamlessly with Smart Home integration
- Simultaneous vacuuming and mopping
- Can save up to three maps
- Offers 110 minutes of run-time
Cons
- The dustbin capacity is 430 ml only
- Gets noisier when Carpet Boost is on
3. Deebot Ozmo 930
Now let’s draw a comparison between the Deebot Ozmo 930 vs. 920. Although Ecovacs claim that this particular bot simultaneously cleans and mops floors, it doesn’t.
Attaching the mop template to the robot disables vacuuming. The brushes will not run, although the vacuum part will still pick up small bits in front of the mop. Unfortunately, the robot forgets its map whenever you attach/detach the mop panel because it loses contact with the charging pins.
Another critical difference between the two models is the main brush. The Ozmo 920 features a height-adaptive brush, while the Ozmo 930 uses a simpler V-shaped brush. And if your bot is mopping floors, you can adjust the amount of water it dispenses.
There isn’t quite a lot of difference if you look at their specs. The Ozmo 930 has all the convenience-adding features of the 920, partly because the two robovacs come from the same generation of Deebots.
Both the Ozmo 920 and 930 are fitted with high-efficiency filters. The latter also uses Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology, so it cleans in an orderly fashion.
Pros
- Features Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology
- Cleaning modes offered: Automatic, Area, Custom
- You can create unlimited virtual fences
- Uses a removable and washable HEPA filter
- Has an automatic “recharge and resume” cleaning feature
- Works seamlessly with Smart Home integration
- Can save up to three maps
- Offers 110 minutes of run-time
Cons
- Doesn’t mop and vacuum simultaneously
- Forgets maps after attaching/detaching mop template
- 470 ml dustbin capacity
4. Deebot Ozmo 950
The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 950 is a feature-rich robot vacuum hybrid. This model comes with a liftable hood to promote a compact design. Under the hood sits the dustbin and cleaning tool, which you can grab whenever necessary. This unit also comes with a ton of accessories.
Like the other Deebots in this list, the 950 uses Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology to orient itself around your home. The robot starts cleaning the edges and works its way in the middle in a serpentine manner. Even if you relocate its dock, the robot will recognize the change and adjusts accordingly.
On the bright side, the Ozmo 950 has a long battery life of 200 minutes per charge. In case it is running out of juice, the robot will park itself on the dock to recharge. Besides, this robot cleans a lot faster than the rest.
Moreover, we like how it can tackle bare floors to high-pile carpets. You can control the suction power of the robovac using the app. Choosing Max Plus mode provides 1 500 Pa suction power for intense deep cleaning.
While it avoids carpets on mopping mode, it travels over thin rugs. This could be problematic if the mats don’t have a non-skid bottom. Nonetheless, you can always create a “no-mop” zone to prevent this. Lastly, you choose the water level for mopping.
Pros
- Max Plus mode provides 1 500 Pa suction power
- Can create countless virtual fences and “no-mop” zones
- Uses a removable and washable HEPA filter
- Has an automatic “recharge and resume” cleaning feature
- Works seamlessly with Smart Home integration
- Vacuums and mops simultaneously
- Has four different water levels and cleaning modes
- 200 minutes of run-time
- Suitable for multi-story homes
Cons
- Dustbin capacity is only 430 ml
What is the Difference Between these Models?
- The Deebot Ozmo 900 can only save one map, whereas the others can save up to three different floor plans.
- The brushes the Deebot 950 and 920 use have an upgraded suspension and optimized design so that it can sweep up to 4 mm deep cracks. Likewise, you have the option to remove the brush roll for direct suction to lift piles of pet hair.
- Besides the ability to automatically boost suction in carpets, the Deebot 920 has two levels of suction you can manually request via the app: Normal (600 Pa) and Max (1 200 Pa). Meanwhile, the Deebot 950 has three levels of suction you can manually request via the app: Normal (600 Pa), Max (1 200 Pa), and Max Plus (1 500 Pa.) You can’t manually adjust the suction power of the Ozmo 900 and 930, as the robot automatically adjusts the suction power when necessary.
- Only the Deebot Ozmo 950 and 920 can generate three maps.
All robot vacuums marketed under the Ozmo name features a mopping ability. - Ecovacs’ Adaptive Floor Sensing tech enables the robot hybrids to vacuum bare floors and skip carpeted surfaces. However, the Ozmo 930 can’t vacuum and mop all at once despite the manufacturer’s claims.
- Run-times vary extensively for theses robots. The Deebot Ozmo 950 has the highest run-time, which amounts to a total of 200 minutes.
What are the Similarities Between these Models?
- All four Deebots equip a main rolling brush and a pair of side brushes. Therefore, these robovacs can clean bare floors, carpets, and wall edges.
- All four models feature Smart Navi™ 3.0 Mapping & Navigation Technology. The turret you see on top of the robovacs contains a laser distance sensor for creating a map of every room and obstacle. The map is revisited and becomes more accurate with each subsequent run.
- You can customize how and when you want the Deebots to clean your home using the app. You can also target specific areas or create zones where you want the robovac to avoid.
- All are chatty robots, as they never fail to let you know what they are up to, and you can control any of these robots using your voice, so you can sit on the couch and watch TV.
- All Deebot models come equipped with smart anti-collision sensors and three types of anti-drop sensors that can detect a drop-off bigger than 3.1 inches.
- All four Deebots are fitted with a HEPA filter.
When the battery is running low, all Deebots here returns to recharge and resumes cleaning where they left off.
Take Away
Some people might think that a hybrid robot vacuum might perform a mediocre job at vacuuming and mopping, instead of excelling at a particular task. However, that isn’t the case with the Deebot Ozmo 900 Series.
Any of the four robovacs are suitable for bare floors and carpeted surfaces, but we highly recommend the Deebot Ozmo 950 vs. 930 for high-pile carpets.
Nevertheless, each model has a set of special features you may read again above.
The mopping ability of these robots may not compare with your old mop and bucket, but they freshen up your floors with little effort on your part.
Hopefully, the information we provided will give you an idea which product respond best to your home’s needs. Ecovacs has undoubtedly produced a line of high-quality Deebot models that won’t suck your wallet dry.
Gary Johns is the person who is responsible for the technical part of all the reviews and tests on this blog. Thanks to his technical degree at the University of California, which he received in 2015, he can give a professional and detailed overview of any smart technology.
