Mova Z60 Ultra Roller Complete

The Mova Z60 Ultra Roller Complete does something no other consumer robot vacuum can: climb over obstacles up to 8 centimeters high. That alone makes it remarkable. But this 2025 flagship from Mova (a Dreame sub-brand) packs far more than just impressive climbing ability into its chassis.

What you get is an all-in-one robot vacuum and mop with a self-cleaning base station, roller mopping technology that outperforms traditional spinning pads, and obstacle avoidance smart enough to dodge your pet’s toys. The question is whether its ambitious feature set translates to real-world cleaning power.

The Numbers Behind the Marketing

Mova advertises 28,000 Pa of suction, a figure that sounds extraordinary. Independent testing tells a different story. Actual measured suction at the cleaning head came in around 0.76 kPa, which is slightly below the category average of 0.96 kPa. The airflow measured approximately 17 CFM, right around average.

Here’s the thing: those modest real-world numbers didn’t hurt its cleaning performance. In carpet deep-clean tests, the Z60 extracted 85% of embedded sand compared to a 77% average. It handled debris of all sizes on hard floors without scattering, and users consistently report that daily runs leave little visible mess even in homes with heavy pet shedding.

The robot sits about 350 mm in diameter and between 96-120 mm tall, depending on whether its retractable Lidar turret is extended. That slim 96 mm profile lets it slip under furniture that taller robots can’t reach. Weight comes in around 4.5 kg with a 6,400 mAh battery good for up to 220 minutes of runtime in quiet mode.

The Dual-Brush Vacuum System

The TroboWave DuoBrush uses two counter-rotating rubber rollers designed to prevent hair tangles. Lab testing confirmed this works: in a 7-inch hair test, the Z60 showed zero hair wrapped on the rollers while a competitor hit 50% tangling. Pet owners report that long fur gets compressed and routed into the dustbin rather than binding around the brushes.

The 210 mL onboard dustbin is intentionally small since the base station handles the heavy lifting. A 3.2 L disposable bag in the dock can go roughly 100 days between changes. One minor quirk: the auto-empty intake design differs slightly from Dreame’s version and occasionally needs checking for minor clogs.

One user caution: on deep-pile carpets or rugs with long fibers, the Z60’s aggressive suction and brush combination can tug on carpet fibers. The app’s “lift chassis on carpet” option solves this problem.

Where the Z60 Really Shines: Mopping

This is where the Z60 separates itself from competitors. The HydroForce roller mop uses a 25.6 cm cylindrical microfiber roller that actively scrubs floors while 12 micro-nozzles spray fresh water onto it in real time. A squeegee and internal pump collect dirty water into a separate tank.

The result? In Vacuum Wars’ controlled stain tests, the Z60 scored 148 on dried stain reduction compared to 136 for the similar Dreame Aqua10 and around 110 for the category average. Users report it removed dried mustard in 2-3 passes and ice cream residue in 1-2. The continuous self-cleaning means floors across large areas get mopped with clean water rather than dirty slush.

The Z60 uses notably more water than comparable robots, about 1.1 grams per 16 square feet versus 0.5 grams for the Dreame Aqua10. This higher water flow contributes to its superior scrubbing without leaving excess wetness or streaks.

The MaxiReach feature extends the roller mop and side brush past the robot’s edges when cleaning along walls, achieving better edge coverage than most round robots can manage.

Carpet Protection That Actually Works

Transitioning between mopping and vacuuming on mixed floors presents an engineering challenge. The Z60’s AutoShield system lifts the roller mop 14 mm and deploys a baffle plate over the wet roller whenever it detects carpet. This dual-action approach keeps carpets completely dry, unlike simpler systems that only lift the mop.

Testing on low-pile and medium rugs confirmed this works reliably. The Z60 maintains full suction on carpet while keeping the mop completely isolated.

Navigation and Obstacle Avoidance

The FlexScope navigation uses a retractable Lidar turret that drops flush with the robot body to squeeze under low furniture, then extends in open areas for 360-degree scanning. The RGB camera and 3D sensor can identify 200+ object types, and independent testing scored the Z60 at 21/24 on obstacle avoidance, well above the 17-point average.

Users report it successfully avoids power cords, pet toys, and even small pet accidents. One owner noted it learned to navigate around a tricky tripod that had defeated their previous robot.

The trade-off for all this careful navigation is speed. The Z60 cleans about 0.51 square meters per minute, compared to roughly 0.75 for typical robots. Some users describe its movements in cluttered rooms as occasionally hesitant, pausing to recalculate more often than simpler machines. For large homes, expect it to need one recharge during a full cleaning cycle. The auto-recharge-and-resume feature handles this automatically.

One user reported severe navigation problems with their unit, including failed mapping and erratic behavior in rooms with deep floor grout. This appears to be an isolated defect rather than a design flaw, as other users with similar floor types had no issues.

The StepMaster Climbing System

The Z60 can climb obstacles up to 80 mm total, a first for consumer robots. The StepMaster 2.0 system uses extendable legs and a LiftPro chassis that raises the robot body for clearance. In testing, it successfully scaled two-tier thresholds of 4.5 cm plus 3.5 cm.

For normal floor transitions like tile to carpet, it handles these effortlessly. Some users note it occasionally “hops” a bit aggressively due to the powerful drive and lift system, but this hasn’t caused problems.

The Base Station

The docking station automates all the boring maintenance: emptying dust into bags, washing the mop with 80°C hot water, drying the mop with heated air, and refilling fresh water. Two solution compartments (400 mL for floor cleaner, 200 mL for pet-odor solution) allow automatic mixing.

The 4.0 L clean water and 3.5 L dirty water tanks mean you won’t be refilling constantly. Users in humid climates report the drying cycle fully dried the roller in about 3.5 hours with no mildew or odors even after months of daily use. The base also includes UV sterilization during the drying cycle.

The pet odor solution actually works. Users cleaning areas where pets had accidents report no lingering smells.

Noise Levels

Mopping runs nearly silent, quiet enough to forget it’s running in the next room. Vacuuming on standard suction is louder than the previous V50 model but quieter than an upright vacuum. Carpet Boost mode gets loud enough that many users schedule it when they’re out.

The base station makes brief noise during self-emptying and a fan hum during drying, roughly equivalent to a hairdryer on low. Neither sound disturbs sleep when located on a different floor.

What’s in the Box

Mova includes an unusually generous accessory kit: 3-4 spare roller mops, 2 main brush sets, 2-3 side brushes, 3-4 HEPA filters, 3-6 dust bags, a 1 L bottle of floor cleaning solution, and 200 mL of pet odor eliminator. This covers roughly a year or two of consumables depending on usage, far more than most brands provide.

Day-to-Day Living With the Z60

For someone upgrading from a basic robot, the difference is dramatic. Daily chores reduce to refilling water every 1-3 days, occasionally replacing a dust bag, and sometimes cleaning the mop.

Compared to Mova’s simpler V50, the Z60 does require slightly more attention. You’ll need to tap out or wash the filter weekly since it lacks automatic filter cleaning. Pet fur can wrap around the fluffing roller over time, and the app reminds you every 30 hours to check. Users report finding wrapped fur at about that interval, easily removed with scissors.

The app provides extensive controls: multi-floor mapping, room naming, scheduled cleaning, mode selection per room, no-go zones, and even a live video feed through the front camera for checking on pets. Firmware updates roll out regularly, including a late 2025 update that improved wet spill detection.

Reliability Over Time

After months of heavy use including one documented case of 43,000 square feet of cleaning, users report no major malfunctions. No leaks, no sensor failures, no degradation. The dirty water tank earns particular praise for its wide mouth and smooth interior, making it easy to rinse.

Pricing and Availability

The Z60 launched at $1,499 but typically sells for around $999 as of late 2025, with holiday sales occasionally dropping it to $949. The 3-year warranty is notably longer than the typical 1-year coverage for robot vacuums.

It’s available through Amazon, Best Buy, and Mova’s direct sales in North America, with regional availability in Asia and Europe. The only variant is the “Complete” package with the self-cleaning base.

How It Compares

Against the Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller (its closest cousin, sharing many components), the Z60 edges out on mopping performance and pet hair handling. Hair tangling was zero on the Z60 versus minor tangles on the Aqua10, and mopping scores consistently favored the Z60. The Aqua10’s base washes at 100°C versus 80°C for the Z60, but both are hot enough for effective cleaning.

Compared to Roborock, Ecovacs, and Narwal offerings, the Z60’s 8 cm climbing ability stands alone. Most competitors manage about 2 cm. Its roller mopping outcleans vibrating or spinning pad systems on heavy grime, though those systems might work faster on scuff marks.

The Bottom Line

The Mova Z60 Ultra Roller Complete delivers on its flagship promises. The mopping is genuinely excellent, the obstacle avoidance ranks among the best available, and the climbing capability is unmatched. Users consistently describe their floors as cleaner than any previous robot achieved.

The trade-offs are real but manageable: it’s louder than simpler models on high power, navigates more slowly due to its careful obstacle analysis, and requires slightly more maintenance than pad-based alternatives. For anyone prioritizing maximum cleanliness and don’t mind a bit of occasional upkeep, the Z60 earns its spot at the top of the 2025 robot vacuum market.