Narwal Flow by Narwal & DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone by Ecovacs

Narwal Flow measures 35.1 x 36.4 x 9.5 cm and weighs 4.5 kg, slightly larger in footprint but shorter in height than DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone's 35.0 x 35.0 x 10.0 cm and 5.5 kg. Narwal operates at 57 dB noise level, quieter than DEEBOT's 65.7 dB. Both units support self-emptying bases, but Narwal includes a 2.5L tank and hot-air drying features.

Narwal Flow uses embedded LiDAR for advanced 3D mapping paired with AI Twin-AI Dodge, enabling efficient U-shape cleaning paths without frequent re-cleaning. DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone employs WIN-SLAM 3.0 with dToF and RGBD vision for omnidirectional approach, though tests show occasional mapping inefficiencies and getting stuck under furniture. Both achieve 0.3 m/s speed, but Narwal demonstrates superior obstacle handling in real-world navigation.

Narwal Flow integrates dual RGB cameras, LED, structured light, LiDAR, cliff, and bump sensors for detecting over 200 objects with binocular vision. DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone relies on a single camera, LED, 3D structured light, edge, cliff, and bump sensors via AIVI 3D 3.0. Narwal's dual-camera setup provides enhanced 3D perception compared to DEEBOT's single-camera approach.

Narwal Flow's 10 AI TOPS NPU chip powers obstacle avoidance for 1.5m point cloud maps and 200+ object recognition. DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone uses AIVI 3D 3.0 for omnidirectional detection within its proprietary Ecovacs OS. Narwal's Twin-AI Dodge excels in proactive dodging, while DEEBOT focuses on vision-based navigation adjustments.

Both models feature 6400 mAh batteries with 2-3 years lifespan and 0.3 m/s speed, but Narwal Flow offers 190 minutes runtime versus DEEBOT's 200 minutes. Narwal requires 3.5 hours charging compared to DEEBOT's 3 hours, with DEEBOT at 110W power draw. Suction differs at Narwal's 22000 Pa versus DEEBOT's 19500 Pa.

Narwal Flow suits residential homes, pet owners, and mixed flooring with auto mop lifting on carpets and full-width mop coverage. DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone handles large areas, grease buildup in kitchens, and mixed floors but shows weaker carpet performance in tests, picking up 51.25% debris. Both target pet homes, though Narwal avoids common navigation hesitations.

Narwal uses proprietary software with AI navigation algorithms, 'Hey Nawa' voice commands, and Narwal app scheduling. DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone runs Ecovacs OS with YIKO-GPT voice control and mobile app, supporting firmware updates. Narwal integrates with Alexa, Google Home, Siri, and Matter for broader smart home compatibility.

Narwal Flow prices at $1000-$1500, higher than DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone's $900-$1200 range. Narwal offers advantages in suction power and quieter operation, while DEEBOT provides longer runtime per charge. Value depends on priorities like noise levels and navigation reliability.