Eureka J15 Max Ultra (Eureka) vs Narwal Freo Z Ultra (Narwal)

Compare Eureka J15 Max Ultra and Narwal Freo Z Ultra. Detailed analysis of navigation, sensors, and battery life.

The Eureka J15 Max Ultra positions itself as a premium home vacuum cleaner with a combined robot and station weight of 14.88 kg and dimensions of 35.5 x 35.4 x 11 cm for the robot. It differentiates through LDS LiDAR navigation combined with RGB camera and 3D structured light using SLAM and AI visual processing, plus sensors including Infrared camera, Full HD camera, cliff, bump, and 3D structured light. Control options encompass mobile app, voice control via Alexa and Google Home, autonomous operation, and physical buttons. Safety features include child lock, cliff detection, anti-collision, and automatic brush lift on liquid detection. Its proprietary Eureka OS supports AI-enhanced firmware.

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra targets residential cleaning with robot dimensions of 35.5 x 35 x 10.96 cm and weights of 4.5 kg for the robot and 12.3 kg for the base station. It stands out with TwinAI obstacle avoidance using dual RGB cameras and dual AI chips, alongside spinning LiDAR, ultrasonic, cliff, and bump sensors for SLAM-based 3D mapping. Controls include mobile app and voice support for Alexa and Google Home, with autonomous operation. It suits pet-friendly homes, multi-floor setups, and mixed flooring via pet waste avoidance. Proprietary OS integrates AI firmware and app ecosystem.

Detailed Analysis

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Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Design & Build Quality

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Eureka J15 Max Ultra features robot dimensions of 35.5 x 35.4 x 11 cm and combined weight of 14.88 kg. Narwal Freo Z Ultra has robot dimensions of 35.5 x 35 x 10.96 cm, robot weight of 4.5 kg, and base station of 43.08 x 46.2 x 38.83 cm at 12.3 kg. Eureka's taller base station is narrower compared to Narwal's wider design.

Narwal Freo Z Ultra: +2
Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Mobility & Navigation

Winner 🏆 Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Eureka employs LDS LiDAR with RGB camera and 3D structured light via SLAM and AI visual processing. Narwal uses TwinAI with dual RGB cameras, dual AI chips, spinning LiDAR, and SLAM-based 3D mapping. Narwal specifies 0.5 m/s speed, while Eureka lists N/A.

Eureka J15 Max Ultra: +2
Eureka J15 Max Ultra

Sensors & Perception

Winner 🏆 Eureka J15 Max Ultra

Eureka includes Infrared camera, Full HD camera, LiDAR, cliff sensors, bump sensors, and 3D structured light sensor. Narwal features dual RGB cameras, spinning LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, cliff detection, and bump sensors. Both detect cliffs and bumps, with Narwal adding ultrasonics and Eureka adding structured light.

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Narwal Freo Z Ultra

AI Capabilities

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Eureka utilizes AI-based visual processing in its Eureka OS firmware. Narwal incorporates TwinAI obstacle avoidance with dual AI chips for 120+ object detection. Both leverage AI for enhanced navigation and perception.

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Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Battery & Power Efficiency

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Both robots have a 2-3 year battery lifespan. Narwal provides an estimated 0.5 m/s speed, absent in Eureka specs. No direct runtime or charging details differ in provided data.

Narwal Freo Z Ultra: +2
Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Use-Case Suitability

Winner 🏆 Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Narwal targets residential homes, pet-friendly households, multi-floor homes with mixed flooring, and hands-free solutions. Eureka lacks specified use cases but matches home vacuum cleaner type. Narwal emphasizes pet waste avoidance for such environments.

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Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Safety Features

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Eureka offers child lock, cliff detection, anti-collision sensors, and automatic brush lift on liquid detection. Narwal includes child lock, cliff detection, anti-collision, and pet waste avoidance. Both share core safety elements like cliff and collision detection.

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Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Pricing & Value

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Eureka J15 Max Ultra prices at $1,299 fixed. Narwal Freo Z Ultra ranges from $1,299 to $1,499. Both compete in the premium segment with similar entry pricing.

Analysis Score Summary

Total Score

7

Eureka J15 Max Ultra

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Based on Detailed Analysis

Total Score

9

Narwal Freo Z Ultra

📊 Win: 2 points | Trade-off: 1 point each

Scores are summed across every insight: a clear winner earns 2 points, while balanced trade-offs give each robot 1 point. The total reflects how often each robot outperforms the other (or shares the spotlight) throughout the detailed analysis sections.

Specifications Comparison

SpecificationEureka J15 Max UltraNarwal Freo Z Ultra
Suction Power22,000 Pa12,000Pa
Dust Bin Capacity400 ml480ml (onboard)
Water Tank Capacity300 ml 4.5 liters (base station); 1.32 gallons active capacity
Self-Emptying SystemYesYes, automatic dust collection into base station
Cleaning ModesAuto, spot, edge, scheduled, carpet boostAuto mode, spot cleaning, edge cleaning, scheduled cleaning, carpet boost mode
Cleaning Area300 sq m Up to 1,000 sq ft per cycle (based on 50-minute cleaning time)
Filter TypeHEPA, washableHEPA filter with washable components
Brush TypeDragonClaw V-shaped side brush, dual roller main brushDual side brushes, main tangle-free brush roll
Mopping CapabilityYes, extendable mop, auto-lift, hot water self-washYes, dual rotating mop heads with adaptive hot water washing
Surface RecognitionYes, floor type detection, auto-adjust suction/mopUltrasonic and vision-based carpet detection with automatic suction and mop adjustment

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