Dyson
Dyson 360 Vis Nav
- Autonomy
- IIIConditional
- Score
- 68/100Capable
- Readiness
- Ready Now
- Price
- $1,099.99list
ComparisonDyson 360 Vis Nav and Narwal Freo 20
Narwal
Narwal Freo 20
- Autonomy
- IIIConditional
- Score
- Not scored
- Readiness
- New to Market
- Price
- $1,099.99list
Up to three
Autonomy Ladder
- IManual
- IIAssisted
- IIIConditional
- IVEnvironmental
- VGeneralized
All robot vacuums. Every figure below is placed against the whole class, so a gap can be read against how much the class itself varies.
Where each one suits you.
The conditions each robot was assessed against, side by side. Rows marked in gold are where these machines genuinely differ.
| Condition | Dyson 360 Vis Nav | Narwal Freo 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Home size | ||
| Under 1,500 sqftthey differ | GoodCapable but exceeds typical need; a mid-tier LiDAR vacuum covers compact homes at half the price. | DependsNarwal publishes no full-battery runtime or coverage area, so single-run coverage is unconfirmed even here. |
| 1,500 – 3,000they differ | GoodSingle-session coverage maps most homes in this range on standard mode. Multi-story layouts require two units. | DependsOnly a recharge figure is published: 86 minutes after a 30-minute top-up from 20%. |
| Over 3,000 | Depends65-minute runtime limits single-charge coverage; recharge-and-resume extends sessions but lengthens total cleaning time. Multi-story homes also require carrying the robot between floors. | DependsNo runtime, coverage area or independent large-home test has been published for this model. |
| Primary floors | ||
| Hard floors | GoodVision mapping and obstacle avoidance perform well on hard floors; cleaning power is well-suited for sealed wood and tile. | GoodA hot-water track mop rinsed during the run and pressed at 12 newtons targets sealed hard floors. |
| Low / medium pilethey differ | GoodHigh suction and the full-width brush bar perform consistently on low-pile carpet. Typical maintenance is weekly dustbin emptying. | DependsNarwal does not state whether the track mop lifts on carpet, so rugs may need no-mop zones. |
| High pile / shagthey differ | PoorOwner reports document marked suction loss on shag and high-pile carpet despite peak power. Not recommended for thick-pile environments. | DependsNo mop lift figure and no independent carpet test are published for this model. |
| Mopping needs | ||
| Vacuum only | GoodVacuum-only robot — matches a vacuum-only need. | GoodStrong vacuum; the mop lifts or detaches when not needed. |
| Light moppingthey differ | PoorThis model has no mopping function. | GoodActive mopping system covers routine floors easily. |
| Frequent moppingthey differ | PoorNo mop at all; choose a vacuum-and-mop robot instead. | GoodPressure or rotating mop with self-wash is built for frequent mopping. |
| You want to… | ||
| Empty bin myself | GoodManual dustbin emptying every 1-3 runs suits owners comfortable with frequent maintenance. Weekly filter care is standard. | GoodHands-on upkeep is light; the dock empties debris and washes and dries the mop. |
| Empty occasionallythey differ | DependsLacks self-emptying dock; suits mixed tolerance only if owners accept weekly-to-daily dustbin swaps depending on shedding rate. | GoodOwner tasks come down to water tanks, sensor wipes and a bag change up to every 120 days. |
| Set-and-forgetthey differ | PoorNo self-emptying base. Manual dustbin handling every 1-3 runs conflicts with true hands-off operation goals. | DependsWater tank refill and drain are not documented as automatic, so tanks still need handling. |
A robot being poor for a condition is a fact about fit, not a fault. “Depends” means the record names a limit worth reading, not that the answer is unknown.
How far apart is a long way?
A number only means something next to the spread it sits in. Each track is the real range across every classified robot in the class, with the median marked.
Price217 with a published figure
$1,099.99$1,099.99
- Dyson 360 Vis Nav$1,099.99
- Narwal Freo 20$1,099.99
$160median $799.99$2,599
Suction (mode not stated)210 with a published figure
22,000 Pa31,000 Pa
- Dyson 360 Vis Nav22,000 Pa
- Narwal Freo 2031,000 Pa
1,000 Pamedian 10,000 Pa42,000 Pa
Height232 with a published figure
3.8 in3.7 in
- Dyson 360 Vis Nav3.8 in
- Narwal Freo 203.7 in
2.6 inmedian 3.8 in7.8 in
Not compared, because fewer than two of these robots carry a published figure: Runtime, Charge time, Noise, Weight.
What the numbers leave out.
Written on each record, and the only thing here every robot on the site carries.
The trade-off
What each design gives up to be good at what it is good at.
Dyson 360 Vis Nav
Premium price ($1,199) funds suction power and real-time obstacle detection, not dock automation. The dustbin remains manual: you are paying for cleaning power, not convenience.
Cleaning performance is strongest on hard floors and low-to-mid pile; owner reports show reduced effectiveness on shag and high-pile carpet despite the 65 air watt rating.
Narwal Freo 20
A mop rinsed during the run addresses the dirty-pad problem, and the whole claim rests on Narwal’s own figures until someone tests it on a real floor.
Two cameras replace LiDAR for mapping: strong at recognizing objects, but no one has published how it navigates a dark room.
Who each one is wrong for
Stated by the record itself. A robot being wrong for a household is a fact about fit, not a fault.
Dyson 360 Vis Nav
- Hands-off operation seekers
- Manual dustbin emptying every 1-3 cycles conflicts with zero-touch operation; the 360 Vis Nav has no auto-empty dock. Not suitable for owners wanting to forget about maintenance.
- Small apartments or modest-size homes
- In spaces under 2,000 sqft, mid-tier LiDAR vacuums deliver comparable coverage at a materially lower price. The documented advantage at this price is suction power, which matters less in smaller homes with lighter soil loads.
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Priced at the category ceiling; competitors offer Level III autonomy and self-emptying at lower price points. Suction power is what the premium buys.
- Homes with thick, high-pile carpet
- Owner reports document higher motor load and occasional suction loss on shag and deep-pile surfaces despite peak power rating. Standard and low-pile surfaces are within documented capability.
Narwal Freo 20
- Households that do not want cameras roaming the home
- Navigation depends on two 1080p RGB cameras, and Pet Moments and Find Your Pet offer remote viewing through the app.
- Buyers who need a published runtime for a large home
- Narwal publishes only a recharge figure, 86 minutes from a 30-minute top-up, and no full-battery runtime or coverage area.
- Homes with a lot of carpet to protect from a wet mop
- Narwal's product page does not state whether or how far the track mop lifts on carpet, and no independent test has checked it.
- Buyers waiting for independent performance testing
- Launch coverage from GearBrain and The Home Picker explicitly states no testing, so the 31,000 Pa and 99% avoidance figures are Narwal's own.
What stays your job
The upkeep ownership hands back to you, whatever the autonomy level says.
Dyson 360 Vis Nav
- Daily: Empty dustbin if shedding is high (multi-pet homes); weekly for low-shedding households.
- Weekly: Tap out the washable filter; rinse monthly and air-dry fully before reinstalling.
- Monthly: Replace filter pack if clogging persists (~$20 per replacement set).
- Every 3-6 months: Clean brush rollers and side brush; check dock charging contacts for debris.
- Annually: Inspect wheel treads for wear; replace if grip is lost (~$15 per wheel pair).
- As needed: Manually retrieve robot from under-furniture traps; digitally update no-go zones.
Narwal Freo 20
- As needed: Refill the dock’s clean-water tank and empty its dirty-water tank as the app prompts.
- Every 3-6 months: Replace the 2.4 L dock dust bag, rated by Narwal for up to 120 days.
- Monthly: Wipe both RGB camera windows and the cliff sensors.
- Monthly: Check the anti-tangle main brush and side brush for debris.
- As needed: Replace the FlowWash track mop, filter and brushes as they wear.
How much each of these is standing on.
Classifications rest on different depths of evidence. A pre-release assessment and a verified one are not the same kind of claim.
| Robot | Evidence status | Sources reviewed | Last assessed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyson 360 Vis Nav | Provisional | 6 | Sep 2026 |
| Narwal Freo 20 | Provisional | 5 | Sep 2026 |
Evidence status counts the sources behind a classification, not their kind. A high count can be maker documentation and price coverage, so read it as how much was reviewed rather than as independent testing. How we weigh evidence.
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The full recordDyson 360 Vis NavSpecifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.
The full recordNarwal Freo 20Specifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.Robovations classifies robots; it does not rank them. Nothing on this page is a recommendation, and no manufacturer influences a classification or its placement here.
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