Narwal has officially announced the Narwal Flow, its new flagship robot vacuum and mop combo. This advanced model combines high-powered suction with a unique track-style mopping system that features real-time self-cleaning. Paired with a smart dock that automates most routine maintenance, the Flow delivers both deep-cleaning performance and hands-free convenience, making it one of Narwal’s most innovative releases to date.
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The Narwal Flow is a robot vacuum and mop combo featuring 22,000 Pa of suction power and a real-time self-cleaning FlowWash track mop. Dual water tanks, 113°F warm water, and a scraper help maintain mop cleanliness during operation, while the dock provides automatic mop washing, heated-air drying, detergent dispensing, and debris emptying into a 2.5-liter dust bag. The mop lifts 12 mm to avoid carpets and extends for improved cleaning along walls and edges. EdgeReach technology and extendable anti-tangling side brushes improve corner coverage, while dual RGB AI cameras, structured light, and object recognition support obstacle avoidance. The Flow also offers embedded LiDAR navigation, app-based mapping and scheduling, live video monitoring, virtual barriers, multi-level maps, and voice commands through the “Hey Nawa” assistant. Its 6,400 mAh battery provides an official runtime of up to 190 minutes. See additional info
Design and Floor Care Features
The Narwal Flow delivers up to 22,000Pa of suction power, a 10,000Pa jump from their previous flagship, the Freo Z Ultra, and includes a FlowWash track mop that applies 12N of downward pressure. The mop rinses itself with 113°F water during use, and a scraper removes residue on the roller to limit buildup or spreading dirt. With the help of Narwal’s DirtSense 2.0 system, the robot can detect heavier stains and repeat cleaning passes until the area is cleared.
The mop roller can extend to the side for edge coverage and can also lift 12mm when carpet is detected, preventing wet contact.
The tapered main brush is designed to feed hair to one side to prevent tangles. The Flow has two side brushes with a unique design that changes shape automatically from a “V” to a “II,” helping it free itself from hair wraps.
One side brush also reverses direction for better corner reach. For carpets, the Narwal Flow uses CarpetFocus technology, which lowers the brush to improve pickup rates.
See also: How Vacuum Wars Tests Robot Vacuum Mops
Navigation and Object Avoidance
The robot navigates with embedded LiDAR. For obstacle avoidance, its uses dual RGB cameras and an onboard AI processor. According to Narwal, the system can recognize more than 200 object types with sub-inch accuracy, while all data is processed locally rather than in the cloud.
Docking and Maintenance
The Flow’s dock provides several automated functions:
- Up to 120-day dustbin storage with a 2.5L bag in the base
- 176°F hot water sterilization of mops, pipes, and tanks
- 104°F warm air drying to reduce odor and moisture
- Replaceable cleaning filter for debris management
An optional upgrade adds automatic water refilling and drainage for the mop system, which links up to your house plumbing system for hands-off tank refilling and emptying.
Connectivity and Build
The Narwal Flow supports voice commands through Narwal’s “Hey Nawa” on-board assistant, along with Alexa, Siri, and Google. Matter integration is scheduled for November 2025.
The robot measures 3.7 inches in height (95mm) and can climb thresholds up to 1.6 inches (40mm), higher than the standard robot of 20mm. It is powered by a 6400mAh battery with fast-charging capability.
The Narwal Flow represents a major step forward for the brand, combining powerful suction, advanced self-cleaning mopping, and a feature-rich dock. With a design that minimizes maintenance and maximizes cleaning performance, it positions itself as one of Narwal’s most ambitious and innovative flagship models yet.
See our coverage of the Narwal Flow Robot Vacuum Mop Combo at IFA 2025.
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