Price, Features, Performance of Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 Pro+

The Ecovac DEEBOT N8 Pro+ is an exceptionally powerful hybrid vacuum cleaning robot. But is it worth investing around $700 for it? We have checked the first tests and reveal the weaknesses and strengths of Ecovacs’s DEEBOT N8 Pro+. We also reveal which up to $300 cheaper variants of the robot vacuum cleaner will also be available soon.

Overview of the most important facts about the Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 model series in a few words

Cleaning: With the new Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 robots, users can vacuum and mop at the same time, with a suction power of 2,300 to 2,600 Pa (Pascal), which far exceeds most devices from other manufacturers.

Settings: Control the amount of mopping water or suction intensity for specific rooms or no-go zones: With Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 series premium vacuum robots, users have plenty of options to customize functions according to their needs.

Control: The models presented here can be controlled either manually via the device, the app, or via the digital assistants Alexa and Google Assistant. For voice control, however, an additional device is required in each case, for example, an Echo “Alexa” speaker.

Price: The price of the Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 cleaning robots range from $399 to $699, while only the more expensive variants come with maximum suction power and a suction station.

Overview of all Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 models

The features that distinguish each of the vacuum-mop robot hybrids in this series are revealed in the following overview of key product features.

Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 PRO+

In addition to its reliable TrueDetect 1.0 obstacle detection technology, this smart vacuum robot with mopping mode also scores with efficient TrueMapping 1.0 navigation and extremely powerful suction power of 2,600 Pa. Its cleaning performance and features, such as carpet detection, can be conveniently adjusted to your own needs via the app.

A practical suction station completes the equipment and saves up to 30 days of emptying the dustbin, as it can collect up to 2.5 liters in its disposable bag.

Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 PRO robot vacuum cleaner with mopping mode

The features of this vacuum mopping robot are the same as the Pro+ model, with the only difference being that it doesn’t come with a suction station, which makes the price $200 cheaper. Therefore, DEEBOT N8 Pro is suitable for users who don’t mind regularly emptying the 420-milliliter dustbin of the cleaning robot itself into the trash. While this does make for a bit of work, it also permanently saves the cost of purchasing additional disposable special bags for the station.

Ecovacs DEEBOT N8+ robot vacuum cleaner with mopping mode

DEEBOT N8+ also comes with a suction station and has the same, good navigation and cleaning performance as the other models in the series. But instead of 10 disposable mopping pads as with DEEBOT N8 Pro+, this variant without “Pro” comes with 10 disposable mopping pads.

Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 Robot Vacuum Cleaner with mopping mode

DEEBOT N8 is also capable of vacuuming and mopping at the same time, and like the other variants of the model, it uses a TrueMapping technology developed by the manufacturer to create an accurate map of its surroundings. Though, at 2,300 Pa, its suction power is minimally lower than the other three models in the series. On the downside, the delivery package, unfortunately, does not include a user manual or a cleaning tool.

Comparison of the Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 vacuum robots

There are not only very close similarities between the product names of the Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 series, but there are also many technical similarities.

Differences DEEBOT Pro/ DEEBOT Pro+

DEEBOT N8 Pro+, the only difference from the standard DEEBOT N8 Pro model, for example, is the suction station included in the scope of delivery. However, this is reflected in a price difference of $200.

Differences DEEBOT N8/N8+

In addition to the suction station, slightly lower suction power of 2,300 instead of 2,600 Pa also makes the difference with the DEEBOT N8+ model. Still, both are well above the normal suction robot performance of about 1,500 to 2,000 Pa.

Differences DEEBOT N8/ N8

The TrueDetect 3D technology, which is supposed to make particularly efficient obstacle detection possible, is only installed in the “Pro” models.
Other than that, the differences between N8 and N8 Pro devices are minor and are found in details of the scope of delivery. While one includes 10 disposable mopping pads, the other includes 10 wet mopping pads.

DEEBOT N8 PRO+ Robot Vacuum Cleaner in the test overview

During its first run, DEEBOT N8 Pro+ maps the surroundings using TrueMapping technology to create a virtual floor plan. This map can then be used to define no-go zones for the robot (e.g. a dog sleeping area) or to specify which rooms should only be vacuumed once and which should be vacuumed twice. Those who live on several floors can even save a separate virtual map for each of them.

As it vacuums and also optionally mops at the same time, DEEBOT N8 Pro+ can reliably collect dust, hair, or other dirt in an integrated dustbin. Then, it goes to its suction station for emptying, with a capacity of up to 2.5 liters of dirt. Once the station’s disposable dust bag is full, a push message is sent to its users’ smartphones asking them to insert a new one.

DEEBOT N8 PRO+ Robot Vacuum Cleaner in the test

During its first run, DEEBOT N8 Pro+ maps the surroundings using TrueMapping technology to create a virtual floor plan. This map can then be used to define no-go zones for the robot (e.g. a dog sleeping area) or to specify which rooms should only be vacuumed once and which should be vacuumed twice. Those who live on several floors can even save a separate virtual map for each of them.

As it vacuums and also optionally mops at the same time, DEEBOT N8 Pro+ can reliably collect dust, hair, or other dirt in an integrated dustbin. Then, it goes to its suction station for emptying, with a capacity of up to 2.5 liters of dirt. Once the station’s disposable dust bag is full, a push message is sent to its users’ smartphones asking them to insert a new one.

Featuring TrueDetect 3D obstacle detection, DEEBOT N8 Pro can efficiently detect obstacles while in action, such as toys, rugs, or slippers. Initial tests show that the cleaning robot can also safely drive around smaller objects. Nevertheless, mini objects such as Lego bricks should be put away before the vacuuming robot starts making its rounds.

Conclusion

Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 Pro+ has more power than most of the other devices in our robot vacuum test comparison with 2,600 Pa. In return, many of them are available for as little as $200.

In summary, it can be said that DEEBOT N8 Pro+ performs well with its powerful performance and practical suction station, but its price places DEEBOT N8 Pro+ among the high-class models for particularly demanding users. For example, those who only want to clean a small apartment will certainly be happy with a less expensive model, such as Anker’s eufy RoboVac L70 Hybrid.

What is compatible with the Ecovacs DEEBOT N8 vacuum robots?

• Ecovacs Home App (Android and iOS)
• Amazon Alexa
• Google Assistant

Which DEEBOT N8 vacuum robot is the best?

As a general rule, the DEEBOT vacuuming/mopping robots of the N8 series differ mainly in terms of details of the scope of delivery and, except for the N8 standard model, offer a very high suction power of 2,600 Pa.

If you want maximum cleaning comfort or are sensitive to allergies, DEEBOT N8 PRO+ (with disposable wet wipe pads) or DEEBOT N8+ (with disposable wipes) are a good choice. That’s because both come with a handy suction station out of the box. This one comes with a 2.5-liter dust bag and only needs to be emptied about every 30 days.

Where can I buy DEEBOT N8 Robot Vacuum Cleaner?

In addition to the manufacturer’s online store, the already available DEEBOT N8 PRO+ vacuum robot is available, for example, at Amazon. The other product variants should also be available soon.