Narwal Freo Z Ultra Slashes to $799, Boosts AI Dual-Camera Cleaning

Price Drop Debuts

Narwal unveils a bold pricing strategy for its Freo Z Ultra robot vacuum-mop combo, dropping the tag to $799 from premium tiers, making cutting-edge home automation accessible to mainstream buyers. Announced amid holiday shopping surges, this move coincides with enhanced AI dual-camera tech that redefines obstacle navigation. Families tired of manual scrubbing now gain a hands-free powerhouse, as the discount slashes barriers to 12,000Pa suction and 120-day dust storage. Early adopters on Narwal's site report seamless integration, positioning this as a game-changer for budget-conscious households seeking pro-level cleanliness without compromise.

Dual-Camera Mastery

The Freo Z Ultra's standout innovation lies in its twin RGB cameras paired with dual AI chips, enabling real-time identification of over 120 obstacle types from pet toys to cables. This setup powers TwinAI avoidance, ensuring the robot glides through cluttered living rooms without mishaps. EdgeSwing tech hugs walls tightly, while a baseboard module sweeps vertical dust, extending cleaning to overlooked edges. Dual spinning mop pads deliver 1.2kg pressure at 180 RPM, obliterating stains on hard floors, all while certified zero-tangle brushes handle pet hair effortlessly. At $799, these capabilities disrupt everyday chores.

AI Navigation Leap

Engineering a breakthrough, Narwal equips the Freo Z Ultra with spinning LiDAR fused to dual-camera vision for SLAM-based 3D mapping, creating precise multi-floor layouts on the fly. Ultrasonic and cliff sensors add layers of precision, preventing tumbles or bumps, complemented by LED headlights for low-light prowess. The proprietary OS with AI firmware adapts mop dampness to weather via app, while the ultra-quiet base station self-washes mops with hot water and dries them hygienically. This tech stack transforms robotic cleaning from basic to intelligent, justifying the aggressive $799 entry point.

Everyday Chaos Conqueror

Tailored for real homes, the Freo Z Ultra thrives in pet-filled spaces, multi-floor setups with mixed carpets and tiles, and busy family routines demanding zero intervention. It auto-lifts mops 12mm on rugs, ramps suction 160% for deep carpet digs, and sets virtual no-go zones around pet waste. Voice commands via Alexa, Siri, or Google Home let users direct cleanups remotely, ideal for working parents. With 180-minute runtime covering over 1,200 square feet per charge, it delivers week-long hands-free operation, amplified by the new $799 price that broadens appeal to everyday disruptors of dirt.

Specs Spotlight

Compact at 35.5cm x 35cm x 10.96cm and 4.5kg, the wheeled robot with brush roll and suction navigates at 0.5 m/s, backed by a 2-3 year battery life. Its sensor suite includes dual RGB cameras, spinning LiDAR, ultrasonic, cliff detection, and bump sensors for robust TwinAI avoidance and SLAM 3D mapping. Safety shines with child lock, anti-collision, and pet waste dodging, all powered by proprietary OS and app ecosystem. The base station measures 43.08cm x 46.2cm x 38.83cm at 12.3kg, enabling truly autonomous residential use across pet-friendly or multi-floor homes.

Rivals Outmaneuvered

Against Dreame X50 Ultra's higher 15,000Pa suction but bulkier frame, Freo Z Ultra wins on dual-camera precision and baseboard cleaning, though Dreame edges in raw power. Eufy S1 Pro lags in obstacle recognition (under 100 types) versus Narwal's 120, yet offers simpler setup; Narwal counters with superior mop pressure. Ecovacs X8 OMNI matches multi-floor mapping but lacks hot-water self-wash, where Freo Z Ultra's 120-day hygiene prevails, albeit at similar noise levels. 3i S10 Ultra competes on speed but trails in zero-tangle certification; Narwal's $799 price and AI duo give it affordability edge, despite minor app glitches reported in tests.

Competitors

Dreame X50 Ultra

Dreame

Eufy S1 Pro

Eufy

Ecovacs X8 OMNI

Ecovacs