Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 vs Hobot 298
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 26, 2026
As of Oct 26, 2026, the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 costs $240 and the Hobot 298 costs $199, so the Hobot 298 is $41 cheaper. The Hobot 298 has a published review score and ranks #1 in our window cleaning robots ranking; the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 is not scored yet. Pick the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 for apartments and narrow panes. Pick the Hobot 298 for indoor glass on a budget.
- Suction
- 8,000 Pa max
- Spray
- Ultrasonic
- Backup battery
- 30 min hold
- Frameless
- Yes
The pick for small and narrow windows, since its 21.5 cm body fits panes that bigger Winbots cannot. It is corded and has no station, so you carry it, plug it in and rinse the pad yourself. Skip it if you mostly have big picture windows, where the cordless models finish faster.
Full Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 review →- Suction
- 6.0 kg suction force
- Spray
- Ultrasonic auto spray
- Backup battery
- Built in UPS holds
- Frameless
- Supported via laser
A fair buy only at its current discount. Modern Castle found it decent on its own and much better with window cleaner added, but it missed the glass edges. Buyers who want strong edge cleaning should look at newer models.
Full Hobot 298 review →Side by side
| Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 | Hobot 298 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $240 | $199 |
| 3 year cost | $240 | $199 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 9.0/10 |
| Rank in Windows | #9 | #1 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | 1 year limited |
| Suction | 8,000 Pa max, 3,400 Pa while moving (brand claim) | 6.0 kg suction force (brand spec via Adorama) |
| Cleaning speed | 1 m² in about 2 min 30 s in Fast mode (brand claim) | 12 cm per second, about 2.4 min per sq m (brand spec) |
| Safety rope | 3.3 m nylon rope rated to 1,600 N, plus a 3.3 m backup rope | 4.5 m rope rated 150 kgf (brand spec) |
| Battery backup | Runs on mains power; 3,000 mAh battery holds it on the glass over 30 min after power loss | Built in UPS holds about 20 min with an alert (brand spec) |
| Spray | Ultrasonic spray, 4 nozzles, 50 ml tank, about 30 m² per fill | Ultrasonic auto spray, 40 ml replaceable tank |
| Corners | Brushes on all four corners, wipes to within 1 mm of the frame (brand claim) | Auto edge detection; Modern Castle found it did not reach glass edges |
| Frameless glass | Supported, glass 3 mm or thicker | Supported via laser edge sensor (brand spec) |
| Base station | None | None; corded, about 4 m power cord |
| Size | 215 x 215 x 55 mm, 1.3 kg | n/a |
| Min window | 25 x 25 cm | n/a |
| Noise | n/a | 64 dB at 1 m (brand spec) |
| Best for | apartments and narrow panes | indoor glass on a budget |
| Skip if | you want cordless or hands free pad care | you want clean edges without touch ups |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Ecovacs Winbot mini 2
- TechRadar: Homes editor using it at home reported it cleaned windows only slightly wider than itself and removed water marks and bird droppings. Source
Hobot 298
- Modern Castle (94%): On a sliding glass door it cleaned decently with water but left streaks and missed edges; with window cleaner added it removed most caked dust with minimal streaks. Source
Pros and cons
Ecovacs Winbot mini 2
Pros
- Small enough for panes down to 25 x 25 cm
- Corner brushes on all four corners
- Two safety ropes in the box
- Lowest price in the Ecovacs lineup
Cons
- Needs an outlet nearby while cleaning
- Small 50 ml tank
- No station, pad care is manual
- Few independent reviews in English
Hobot 298
Pros
- Ultrasonic spray
- 4.5 m safety rope rated 150 kgf
- About 20 min UPS hold
- Remote and app control
Cons
- Missed glass edges in Modern Castle testing
- Needs window cleaner for heavy dust
- Older design with a small 40 ml tank
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 or the Hobot 298?
The Hobot 298 has a published review score and ranks #1 in our window cleaning robots ranking; the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 is not scored yet. Pick the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2 for apartments and narrow panes. Pick the Hobot 298 for indoor glass on a budget.
Which is cheaper?
The Hobot 298 at $199, versus $240 for the Ecovacs Winbot mini 2, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $240 vs $199.
What is the difference between the Winbot mini 2 and the 298?
Suction: 8,000 Pa max, 3,400 Pa while moving (brand claim) on the Winbot mini 2, 6.0 kg suction force (brand spec via Adorama) on the 298. Cleaning speed: 1 m² in about 2 min 30 s in Fast mode (brand claim) on the Winbot mini 2, 12 cm per second, about 2.4 min per sq m (brand spec) on the 298. Safety rope: 3.3 m nylon rope rated to 1,600 N, plus a 3.3 m backup rope on the Winbot mini 2, 4.5 m rope rated 150 kgf (brand spec) on the 298.
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