# Hobot 298 vs Mova N1

As of Oct 26, 2026, the Hobot 298 costs $199 and the Mova N1 costs $179, so the Mova N1 is $20 cheaper. The Hobot 298 scores higher in our ranking (9.0 vs 8.5 out of 10). Pick the Hobot 298 for indoor glass on a budget. Pick the Mova N1 for framed windows on a tight budget.

Prices checked Oct 26, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/hobot-298-vs-mova-n1/

## Side by side

| | Hobot 298 | Mova N1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 | $179 |
| 3 year cost | $199 | $299 |
| Our score | 9.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Rank in Windows | #1 | #2 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year limited | n/a |
| Suction | 6.0 kg suction force (brand spec via Adorama) | 8,000 Pa (brand claim) |
| Cleaning speed | 12 cm per second, about 2.4 min per sq m (brand spec) | EFTM measured about 5 min (Quick) to 11 min (Thorough) on an 800 x 1300 mm window |
| Safety rope | 4.5 m rope rated 150 kgf (brand spec) | High strength safety rope included |
| Battery backup | Built in UPS holds about 20 min with an alert (brand spec) | Corded; holds suction for 30 min during outages |
| Spray | Ultrasonic auto spray, 40 ml replaceable tank | Dual wing mist system, 120 ml tank, up to 32 m² per fill (brand claim) |
| Corners | Auto edge detection; Modern Castle found it did not reach glass edges | Edge detection, no dedicated corner scrubber; home&smart listed no corner cleaning as a con |
| Frameless glass | Supported via laser edge sensor (brand spec) | Works but less reliable; EFTM saw it slip on a frameless shower screen |
| Base station | None; corded, about 4 m power cord | None |
| Noise | 64 dB at 1 m (brand spec) | n/a |
| Size | n/a | 215 x 215 x 59 mm, 1.3 kg |
| Window range | n/a | 30 x 45 cm up to 2 x 3 m |
| Best for | indoor glass on a budget | framed windows on a tight budget |
| Skip if | you want clean edges without touch ups | most of your glass is frameless |

## What reviewers found

### 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](https://moderncastle.com/robot-vacuums/hobot-298-review/)

### Mova N1

- EFTM (83%): Excellent on framed windows with no streaks; struggled with soiled shower glass and pool fences and slipped on a frameless panel. Measured about 65 dB. [Source](https://eftm.com/2026/07/review-the-mova-n1-window-cleaning-robot-making-things-crystal-clear-278676)
- Digital Reviews Network: Cleaned well with secure attachment; edge cleaning was hit and miss and a few drips reached the sill. [Source](https://www.digitalreviews.net/reviews/networking-and-smart-home/mova-n1-window-cleaning-robot-review/)
- home&smart (82/100): Good cleaning and easy handling; measured 60 to 66 dB at 2 m; cord limits flexibility and it has no corner cleaning. [Source](https://www.homeandsmart.de/fensterputzen-ohne-aufwand-mova-n1-roboter-test-0010-511232)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Hobot 298 or the Mova N1?

The Hobot 298 scores higher in our ranking (9.0 vs 8.5 out of 10). Pick the Hobot 298 for indoor glass on a budget. Pick the Mova N1 for framed windows on a tight budget.

### Which is cheaper?

The Mova N1 at $179, versus $199 for the Hobot 298, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $199 vs $299.

### What is the difference between the 298 and the N1?

Suction: 6.0 kg suction force (brand spec via Adorama) on the 298, 8,000 Pa (brand claim) on the N1. Cleaning speed: 12 cm per second, about 2.4 min per sq m (brand spec) on the 298, EFTM measured about 5 min (Quick) to 11 min (Thorough) on an 800 x 1300 mm window on the N1. Safety rope: 4.5 m rope rated 150 kgf (brand spec) on the 298, High strength safety rope included on the N1.

Full reviews: [Hobot 298](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/hobot-298/index.md), [Mova N1](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/mova-n1/index.md)