Narwal Freo: It’s All About the Options
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Standout features
- LCD touch screen right on the dock: This is great for those that don’t want to reach for their phone to control the robot or dock features.
- Floor Cleaner integration: Not many brands are integrating a cleaner unit directly into the clean water system. Why is this good? It handles mixing the solution at the proper proportions and reduces maintenance cleaning for the clean water tank itself.
- Easy setup: It’s easy to get it running, but it might take longer to configure the device to your specific needs while you figure out the various modes (it’s all about the modes!).
- Dirt sensing for mop cleaning: Detects how much dirt is on the mop pads and automatically adjusts the amount of cleaner dispensed to clean them. Erin Lawrence did a video review and confirmed that the mop pads were cleaned well and never stinky.
- Mop Lifting: The mop pads automatically lift depending on the floor type.
- Quiet: It’s quieter than most other robots in this class, even in the highest power vacuum mode.
Know before buying
- The Dock does not auto-empty: If you are looking for a similar robot with auto-empty capability check out the Roborock Q Revo.
- Carpet Performance: 3000 Pa of suction power may not be enough power on thicker carpets.
- Price: THe Freo has a fairly high price point in this class.
Freo Mode
One of the standout features of the Narwal Freo is its Freo Mode. This mode takes cleaning to a whole new level by combining vacuuming and mopping capabilities with intelligent decision-making. The Freo Mode utilizes Narwal’s mop self-cleaning, self-washing, and drying technology, ensuring optimal cleaning performance. By redefining the auto-cleaning logic in your life, the Freo Mode allows you to achieve a hands-free and mind-free cleaning experience.
“DirtSense” Efficiently Cleans Mop Pads
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The Narwal Freo goes beyond traditional robot mops and vacuums with its innovative Dirtsense Ultra Clean technology. This intelligent feature detects the level of dirtiness on the mop pads and initiates a high-speed spinning process to sanitize them. The exact amount of water mixed with a scientific ratio of floor cleaner is used to ensure thorough cleaning without any guesswork. With the Narwal Freo, you can say goodbye to dirty mop pads and hello to a cleaner, healthier home.
“Smart Swing” Mopping Mode Enhances Edge Cleaning
Cleaning those hard-to-reach areas along walls and baseboards is no longer a challenge with the Narwal Freo. Thanks to its Smart Swing Mopping feature, the Freo robot vacuum and mop combo can effectively deal with dust and stains in corners and baseboards. This innovative technology, known as Corner-Traps, periodically activates the Smart Swing function, ensuring a comprehensive clean for your entire floor.
When it comes to cleaning, the Narwal Freo delivers a deeper and safer clean for various types of hard surface flooring. The patented high-speed spinning mop pads generate a downward force of 12N, effectively removing stubborn dirt and leaving no streaks behind. The triangular design of the mop pads allows for seamless rotation, ensuring every nook and cranny is thoroughly cleaned. Whether you have vinyl, tile, laminate, hardwood floors, or marble, the Narwal Freo takes care of your floors without causing any damage.
Mop Drying and Lifting
Mop drying is a crucial aspect of floor cleaning, and the Narwal Freo excels in this area as well. With its three mop drying modes, the Freo robot vacuum and mop combo ensures that the mop pads are thoroughly dried after every use. Equipped with dual air tunnels and gentle heat at 40℃, the Freo guarantees a simple and sanitary mopping experience. Say goodbye to foul-smelling mop pads and hello to a fresh and clean home with every use.
In terms of convenience, the Narwal Freo doesn’t disappoint. It features an intelligent mop lifting mechanism, auto mop washing, dirt detection sensors, edge cleaning capabilities, and scheduling options. These features make it easy to customize your cleaning preferences and ensure that your floors stay pristine at all times. Additionally, the Narwal Freo can be controlled through the dedicated app on your smartphone, offering seamless control and monitoring of your cleaning sessions.
What’s In the Box
The Narwal Freo comes with everything you need to start your cleaning journey right away. In the package, you’ll find the robot, base station, floor cleaner, power cord, mop pads, side brushes, filter sponges, and a cleaning hook. The floor cleaner, which is included, is safe for most hard surface flooring types, including hardwood, tile, terrazzo, vinyl, marble, laminate, and LVT.
Recommendation - It’s a Mop
The Freo can do well in homes with light dirt and hard floor mopping needs. The smart mop washing and drying, along with the automatic cleaner mixing, are excellent innovations in the mopping space.