Narwal Flow 2 vs Narwal Freo 20 Edge
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Narwal Flow 2 costs $1,100 and the Narwal Freo 20 Edge costs $800, so the Narwal Freo 20 Edge is $300 cheaper. The Narwal Flow 2 has a published review score and ranks #35 in our robot vacuums ranking; the Narwal Freo 20 Edge is not scored yet. Pick the Narwal Flow 2 for pet homes with mostly hard floors. Pick the Narwal Freo 20 Edge for hard floor homes that want streak free mopping. They split the points we can measure, 1 each.
Who wins, point by point
They split the points we can measure, 1 each. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Flow 2 | Freo 20 Edge | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $1,100 | $800 | Freo 20 Edge |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Suction | 31,000 Pa | 31,000 Pa | Tie |
| Onboard bin | 300 mL | 300 mL | Tie |
| Climbs thresholds up to | 1.57 in | 0.8 in | Flow 2 |
| Robot height (fits under furniture) | 3.74 in | 3.7 in | Tie |
- You care most about climbs thresholds up to (1.57 in vs 0.8 in)
- Best for pet homes with mostly hard floors
- You want to spend less (saves $300)
- Best for hard floor homes that want streak free mopping
- Suction
- 31,000 Pa
- Navigation
- Laser based 3D mapping
- Mopping
- Yes
- Runtime
- 7,000 mAh battery
Narwal's 2026 flagship with a hot water track mop and strong obstacle avoidance
Full Narwal Flow 2 review, pros and cons →- Suction
- 31,000 Pa claimed
- Navigation
- Rear embedded dToF LiDAR
- Mopping
- FlowWash flattened
Narwal's 2026 track mop robot with LiDAR and no camera
Full Narwal Freo 20 Edge review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Narwal Flow 2 | Narwal Freo 20 Edge | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,100 | $800 |
| 3 year cost | $1,100 | $800 |
| Our score | 6.6/10 | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Floors | #35 | #76 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year limited (Narwal warranty policy for purchases outside the EU and Switzerland) | 1 year (Narwal US store) |
| Suction | 31,000 Pa (brand claim); Vacuum Wars measured 1.92 kPa and 18 CFM, above average | 31,000 Pa claimed with four levels (Narwal, EFTM); no lab measurement found |
| Navigation | Laser based 3D mapping with dual 1080p RGB cameras and a 10 TOPS AI chip | Rear embedded dToF LiDAR with no camera (Narwal); EFTM saw a 14 minute first map with 2D and 3D views |
| Obstacle avoidance | TwinAI Dodge with dual cameras; Vacuum Wars scored 20 of 24 objects avoided | Dual sided structured light, 150+ object types claimed (Narwal); EFTM saw it avoid 3 of 4 test items, miss fake pet waste and get stuck on door tracks |
| Mopping | Yes, self refreshing track roller mop with 12 N pressure and 140°F water, lifts 10 mm on carpet | FlowWash flattened track mop with 16 nozzles, 12 N pressure, up to 4.8 cm edge extension and 12 mm lift over carpet (Narwal); uses room temperature water, while the Freo 20 uses 60°C water (EFTM) |
| Self empty | Yes, into a 2.5 L disposable bag; Narwal says a bag lasts up to 120 days without pets or 90 days with pets | Yes, 2.5 L compressing dust bag, up to 120 days claimed (Narwal) |
| Dock features | Washes the mop at 212°F, dries it at 104°F, doses detergent; Narwal also sells a version with auto refill and drainage | Auto empty, live mop rinse while cleaning, 113°F (45°C) warm air drying of mop and dust bag, tank self cleaning (Narwal, Gadget Flow) |
| Runtime | 7,000 mAh battery; Vacuum Wars measured 38 min in a studio vacuum and mop run, while 9to5Google cleaned about 1,300 sq ft without a recharge | Not stated by Narwal; 5,200 mAh battery (EFTM) |
| Dustbin | 300 mL onboard bin (Vacuum Wars) | 300 ml robot bin (Vacuum Wars spec page) |
| Height | 3.74 in (95 mm) per Narwal | 3.7 in (95 mm) (Narwal) |
| Pet hair | Vacuum Wars measured 88% flattened pet hair pickup and 0% hair wrap | DualFlow tangle free brush; Gadget Flow found the brush nearly clear of dog hair after three weeks and EFTM saw no clogging |
| App | Narwal app with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant; Vacuum Wars lists Matter support, but Narwal's product page does not | Narwal app with 2D and 3D maps and haptic map editing (EFTM) |
| Threshold | Up to 1.57 in (40 mm) per Narwal; Vacuum Wars cleared 32 mm easily and 38 mm on a second try | Up to 20 mm (Vacuum Wars spec page, EFTM) |
| Noise | n/a | Under 56 dB claimed (Narwal); EFTM measured 49 dB quiet, 52 dB standard and 60 dB max from 1 m |
| Best for | pet homes with mostly hard floors | hard floor homes that want streak free mopping |
| Skip if | you need a robot under 3.5 in tall | you need camera based avoidance for pet waste |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Narwal Flow 2
- Vacuum Wars (3.88/5): Lab tests found 84% sand removal from carpet, 88% flattened pet hair pickup, 0% hair wrap and 20 of 24 obstacles avoided; a retest after a firmware update put mopping well above average, but the studio vacuum and mop run lasted only 38 minutes. Source
- Tom's Guide: Picked up 100% of kitty litter on both floors, 100% of pet hair on hardwood and 80% on carpet, but only 30% and 20% of cereal; reviewer said edges and corners need manual cleaning and it does not live up to its price. Source
Narwal Freo 20 Edge
- Gadget Flow: Three week home test with a shedding dog. Cleared dried coffee and ketchup on the first pass, reached true corners and kept the brush nearly free of hair. Slowed down on a rug. Source
- EFTM: Measured 49 dB quiet, 52 dB standard, 54 dB strong and 60 dB max. Avoided 3 of 4 obstacles but not fake pet waste, stopped at a drop and got stuck on door tracks. Called the mop its standout feature. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Narwal Flow 2 or the Narwal Freo 20 Edge?
The Narwal Flow 2 has a published review score and ranks #35 in our robot vacuums ranking; the Narwal Freo 20 Edge is not scored yet. Pick the Narwal Flow 2 for pet homes with mostly hard floors. Pick the Narwal Freo 20 Edge for hard floor homes that want streak free mopping.
Which is cheaper?
The Narwal Freo 20 Edge at $800, versus $1,100 for the Narwal Flow 2, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,100 vs $800.
What is the difference between the Flow 2 and the Freo 20 Edge?
Suction: 31,000 Pa (brand claim); Vacuum Wars measured 1.92 kPa and 18 CFM, above average on the Flow 2, 31,000 Pa claimed with four levels (Narwal, EFTM); no lab measurement found on the Freo 20 Edge. Navigation: Laser based 3D mapping with dual 1080p RGB cameras and a 10 TOPS AI chip on the Flow 2, Rear embedded dToF LiDAR with no camera (Narwal); EFTM saw a 14 minute first map with 2D… on the Freo 20 Edge. Obstacle avoidance: TwinAI Dodge with dual cameras; Vacuum Wars scored 20 of 24 objects avoided on the Flow 2, Dual sided structured light, 150+ object types claimed (Narwal); EFTM saw it avoid 3 of… on the Freo 20 Edge.
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