Overview
- Home&smart, PC‑WELT and other outlets published updated tests and deal roundups on Nov 2, 2026, that converge on clear performance differences between roller and mop systems.
- Rotating roller systems use continuous fresh‑water flow and an extraction mechanism that pumps dirty water away so stains are lifted rather than smeared across the floor.
- Mop‑pad designs deliver a more compact chassis and extendable mop arms for superior edge and corner access but rely on frequent returns to the base station to rinse pads and avoid spreading concentrated dirty water.
- Manufacturers have responded with station upgrades and hybrid features: Dreame’s X60 adds hot‑water wash and hot‑air drying, MOVA’s V70 uses extendable MaxiReachX mop arms, and DJI’s ROMO 2 adds AI liquid/soil recognition plus an 80°C degreasing program.
- Short‑term Amazon discounts, including the Dreame X60 at €949 in current roundups, are narrowing price gaps and should factor into buyer choice based on pets, kitchen use, apartment layout and willingness to perform regular station maintenance.