Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Eureka vs Zelmer
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Eureka |  Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | J15 Max Ultra, J15 Evo Ultra, E20 Evo Plus | ZVC351 Antek, ZSVC912BF PET Pawel, ZSVC510D Piotr |
| Entry price | $129.99 | PLN 349 |
| Flagship price | $1,199.99 | PLN 1,199 |
| Self-empty dock | YesHas it | No |
| Mop type | Spinning | None |
| Obstacle avoidance | Camera AI | None |
| Runtime | 360Higher | 55 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 3,000Higher | 800 |
| Markets | AU, CA, DE, ES, FR, GB, IT, JP, US | PL |
| Top suction (Pa) | 22,000 | Not confirmed |
| Mop lift (mm) | 12 | Not confirmed |
| LiDAR navigation | Not confirmed | No |
| Height (cm) | 11 | Not confirmed |
| Matter support | Not confirmed | No |
Same on both: Warranty (2 years), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Zelmer scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Self-empty dock: only Eureka.
- Runtime is higher at Eureka: 360 vs 55.
- Dust bin capacity (ml) is higher at Eureka: 3,000 vs 800.
- Support channels: only Eureka offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Eureka: 1909 vs 1951.
- Products: only Eureka offers Robot vacuum.
- Products: only Zelmer offers Handheld.
- Markets: only Eureka offers AU, CA, DE.
- Markets: only Zelmer offers PL.
Our verdict on each
Eureka
Eureka suits buyers who want a self-emptying robot vacuum and mop with real suction, and its 22,000 Pa ceiling ranks high among the brands on site. Entry pricing of $129.99 keeps a first machine reachable, and robot vacuum, stick and upright all come from the same maker.
Zelmer
Zelmer is a fair pick for Polish households who want plain cordless floor care at an entry price of PLN 349 and a flagship of PLN 1,199. It suits buyers who mop separately and empty the bin by hand, and less suits anyone chasing dock automation or Matter.
Score breakdown
| Area | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Entry price of $129.99 sits below the site median of €96.46, and the cost part scores 8.7. | 9.6HigherEntry price ranks 16 out of 65 brands, and the cost score reads 9.6. |
| Offer | 9.3HigherCamera-AI obstacle avoidance, a 22,000 Pa suction ceiling and a 12 mm mop lift put the flagship near the stronger end of the robot vacuum field. | 8.7The offer score reads 8.7, with cordless pricing from PLN 349 to a PLN 1,199 flagship. |
| Trust | 9.7HigherFounded 1909, run by Midea America Corp from US, with support on chat, email and help centre and a 2 years warranty. | 9.4Trust score reads 9.4, backed by Eurogama Sp. z o.o. in PL trading since 1951. |
How they place
| Ranking | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cordless vacuums | 5 of 38 | 16 of 38 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright, Wet dry | Stick, Upright, Wet dry, Handheld |
| Legal entity | Midea America Corp | Eurogama Sp. z o.o. |
| Headquarters | United States | Poland |
| Founded | 1909Lower | 1951 |
| Support channels | Chat, Email, Help centre, PhoneCovers more | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Coffee machines
| Fact | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Machine types | Not confirmed | Espresso, Bean to cup, Drip, Grinder |
| Pump pressure (bar) | Not confirmed | 20 |
| Built-in grinder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Milk system | Not confirmed | Steam wand |
| Boiler type | Not confirmed | Thermoblock |
| Pod system | Not confirmed | None |
| Capacity (l) | Not confirmed | 9 |
| Power (W) | Not confirmed | 1,700 |
Air treatment
| Fact | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | PLN 149 |
| Clean air delivery rate (m³/h) | Not confirmed | 140 |
| Room size (m²) | Not confirmed | 10 to 15 |
| Filter types | Not confirmed | Hepa h13, Carbon, Ioniser |
| Quietest noise level (dB) | Not confirmed | 30 |
| Power use (W) | Not confirmed | 35 |
Kitchen appliances
| Fact | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking programmes | Not confirmed | 11 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Eureka | Zelmer | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 22,000above the median | Not confirmed | 15,000 |
| Mop lift (mm) | 12at the median | Not confirmed | 12 |
| Runtime | 360highest quarter | 55lowest quarter | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 3,000highest quarter | 800above the median | 700 |
| Height (cm) | 11above the median | Not confirmed | 9.8 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Eureka
Pros
- Suction of 22,000 Pa ranks 12 of 46 brands on the site, so raw power is the strongest part of the package.
- Entry price of $129.99 lands below the €96.46 site median, so a first machine is a mainstream ticket rather than a premium one.
- A self empty dock, a spinning mop that lifts 12 mm and a 3,000 ml bin make long cleaning runs genuinely hands-off.
Cons
- The top machine costs $1,199.99, well above the €207.86 upper end of typical entry prices across the site.
- Suction of 22,000 Pa matches the 22,500 Pa figure but sits under the 50,000 Pa ceiling, so buyers chasing the very highest figures may look elsewhere.
- Mop lift of 12 mm matches the 12 mm median and does not reach the 15.24 mm top of the range.
Zelmer
Pros
- The flagship cordless stick runs for 55 minutes on a charge, and the Piotr cordless model holds 800 ml of debris between empties.
- A 2 years warranty covers the flagship cordless vacuum, giving buyers a defined period for repairs and replacements.
- A spare parts shop is available, so filters, brushes and bins can be ordered from the brand for the working life of a machine.
Cons
- Self empty dock is not offered in the vacuum range, so the bin is still emptied by hand after each use.
- Lidar is not used on the cordless sticks, which leaves mapping and route detail basic next to robot-first ranges.
- Matter is not supported, so the vacuums cannot join a Matter setup alongside other connected devices.
Who each suits
Eureka
Who it suits
- Homeowners who want a self-emptying robot vacuum and mop and care more about suction than carpet clearance
- Buyers after a 22,000 Pa suction figure, which ranks 12 of 46 brands on the site
- Shoppers who want robot-vacuum, stick, upright and wet-dry machines from one established maker
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want a handheld vacuum, since handheld is not among robot vacuum, stick and upright while robot vacuum, stick and upright and robot vacuum, stick and upright both list it
- Shoppers chasing the very highest mop lift figures, since 12 mm matches the 12 mm median rather than the 15.24 mm top
- Anyone set on a robot-vacuum-only catalogue, since Philips covers robot vacuum and wet dry while Eureka also makes stick and upright machines
Zelmer
Who it suits
- Polish households buying a cordless stick or upright who expect phone and email support plus a spare parts shop after the sale.
- Shoppers who mop with a separate appliance, since mopping is listed as none on the cordless line.
- Homes that want long runtime per charge, given the 55-minute rating on the flagship cordless stick.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who want a robot vacuum in the same basket, since Hoover covers robot vacuum, stick and upright while the Zelmer range has no robot type.
- Buyers building a one-brand floor-care set that includes a robot, since Daewoo Electricals covers robot vacuum, stick and upright including that type.
- Shoppers who want mopping built into the cordless machine, since Zelmer lists none for mopping and Ewbank at robot vacuum, stick and upright is the nearer match for wet-dry work.
Country by country
| Country | Eureka | Zelmer |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Eureka
How much does the cheapest Eureka floor care cost?+
Eureka's entry price is $129.99. That sits below the €96.46 site median, so a first machine from the brand lands in the mainstream part of the market rather than at the budget end. The €42.39 lower quartile of entry prices across the site shows how much cheaper the cheapest machines elsewhere can be.
What is the most expensive Eureka model?+
The flagship in the range is priced at $1,199.99. Set against the €96.46 site median for entry prices, that is a large step up, and it also clears the €207.86 upper end of typical entry pricing. Buyers moving to the top of the range should budget the hardware cost in full, since the dock and mopping hardware sit in that price rather than the base model.
Zelmer
How much does a Zelmer cordless vacuum cost?+
The cordless vacuum range has an entry price of PLN 349, and the flagship cordless stick is listed at PLN 1,199. Those figures mark the low and high ends of what the brand asks for a vacuum. Both are single product prices, so a shopper is weighing the purchase cost rather than a plan that renews.
Which cordless models does Zelmer list?+
The cordless range names ZVC351 Antek, ZSVC912BF PET Pawel, ZSVC510D Piotr as its reference models, covering an upright, a stick aimed at pet hair and a compact stick for smaller spaces. The list is short, so narrowing the choice is easy. Buyers should match the model to floor type and to pet hair rather than to runtime alone, since runtimes differ across the line.
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