All our pool robot reviews
Every model below was tested in lab for 72 hours, across three pools, by two independent operators. The Lab score is computed from 12 weighted criteria.
Sans-fil8,2/10Excellent— AiperAiper Scuba X1 Pro Max
The Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max promises thorough cleaning with mapping and dual filtration. The editorial team analyses this premium cordless robot against its direct competitors.
Autonomie10hFiltre3 µmBassin≤ 297 m²Poids15 kg- +Thorough cleaning: floor, walls, waterline and surface (skimmer)
- +Dual filtration 180 + 3 microns for coarse debris and fine particles
- −Price of €2,299 positioning it against Beatbot and premium Dolphin
1 699 €Read review→
Sans-fil8,1/10Excellent— AiperAiper Scuba X1
The Scuba X1 promises the freedom of cordless operation, but the 90-minute autonomy and daily recharging redefine its usage. A complete analysis of a robot that divides opinions.
Cycle3hAutonomie3hFiltre3 µmBassin≤ 200 m²- +No Cable: Simplified Handling, Zero Tangles
- +Intuitive App with Manual Control and Programming
- −Real 90 min Autonomy: One Average Pool Per Charge
899 €Read review→
Filaire8,0/10Excellent— DolphinDolphin S2000
The S2000 brings MyDolphin Plus connectivity to the mid-range segment. Cleaner Lab has examined the data: partial waterline coverage, useful app but capricious Bluetooth.
Cycle1hPoids8,13 kg- +MyDolphin Plus Connectivity: Programming and Remote Monitoring
- +18 m Swivel Cable Anti-Twist, Reliable for Long Cycles
- −Waterline Treated on Only 40-50 % of the Perimeter
999 €Read review→
Filaire7,9/10Solide— DolphinDolphin M600
The M600 bets everything on WiFi and the MyDolphin Plus app, but the editorial team observes that the T60, which is cheaper, cleans just as well. Uncompromising analysis of a questionable positioning.
Cycle1hFiltre50 µmPoids11,04 kg- +MyDolphin Plus app complete and responsive over WiFi
- +Double-level filtration (100 + 60 microns) effective on fine debris
- −CleverClean scanning with no measurable gain vs T60 in real use
1 849 €Read review→
Filaire7,7/10Solide— DolphinDolphin S1000
The Dolphin S1000 promises complete cleaning and lightness. The editorial team examines its real performance, its limits on the waterline and its positioning against the S2000/S3000.
Cycle2h30Poids8,13 kg- +Real lightness: 6,2 kg, easy handling out of the water
- +Cleaning from 30 cm depth, steps included
- −Partial waterline: incomplete brushing in this zone
849 €Read review→
Sans-fil7,6/10Solide— AiperAiper Scuba S1
The Scuba S1 appeals through its 90-minute autonomy and contained price, yet its gyroscopic navigation reveals limitations on complex pools. Full analysis.
Cycle4hAutonomie3hFiltre180 µmBassin≤ 150 m²- +Real Autonomy of 90 min, Sufficient for Pools up to 80 m²
- +180 Micron Filtration Effective on Common Debris (Leaves, Insects)
- −Basic Gyroscopic Navigation: Forgotten Zones on Complex Shapes
521 €Read review→
Sans-fil7,5/10Solide— BeatbotBeatbot AquaSense® Pro
The Beatbot AquaSense Pro sets high-end ambitions: 4 motors, 4-zone cleaning, mobile app. Comprehensive analysis before purchase, including limitations.
Autonomie5hFiltre150 µmBassin≤ 300 m²Poids11,35 kg- +4 independent motors for floor + walls + waterline + surface cleaning
- +Onboard mapping navigation, systematic basin coverage
- −150 µm filtration: Insufficient compared to competitors at 50 µm or 20 µm
2 499 €Read review→
Filaire7,2/10Solide— DolphinDolphin S3000
Does the S3000 really exist? Cleaner Lab unravels the widespread confusion between S300, S300i and S3000, and delivers a factual verdict on this poorly documented Maytronics robot.
Cycle2h30Filtre50 µmBassin≤ 70 m²Poids7,5 kg- +PowerStream system effective on inclined walls up to 60°
- +Weight of 7.5 kg facilitating handling and removal from the pool
- −MyDolphin Plus app unstable and abandoned by Maytronics
989–1 299 €1 199 €Read review→
Hydraulique6,8/10Moyen— PolarisPolaris 380
The Polaris 380 is a proven hydraulic cleaner, effective on floor and walls, but its maintenance cost and limitations against electric robots warrant examination.
Cycle3hFiltre20 µmPoids2,5 kg- +Floor + Walls + Waterline Cleaning in One Cycle
- +Large-Capacity Bag: Fewer Interruptions for Emptying
- −Requires a Dedicated Booster Pump: Additional Installation Cost and Consumption
On requestRead review→
Sans-fil6,5/10Moyen— AiperAiper Scuba V3
The Scuba V3 relies on camera navigation and dToF sensors. Cleaner Lab deciphers what the AI truly contributes compared to established gyroscopic robots.
Cycle5hAutonomie2h30Filtre180 µmPoids8,25 kg- +MicroMesh 3 µm filtration, very fine for pollen and fine debris
- +Induction charging, no exposed electrical contact
- −Price 949-999 €, premium segment without long-term reliability history
899 €Read review→
Sans-fil5,8/10Décevant— AiperAiper EcoSurfer S2
The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 relies entirely on solar autonomy. Cleaner Lab analyses its real capabilities, filtration limits and pricing positioning against classic skimmers.
Cycle5hAutonomie35hFiltre150 µmPoids5,7 kg- +Total autonomy: no cable, no mains plug, solar recharge
- +Immediate deployment: no installation, floats and filters from the moment it is put in the water
- −Surface filtration only: bottom and walls not treated
399 €Read review→
Sans-fil— MammotionMammotion SPINO S1
The SPINO S1 cleans the floor, walls, and waterline with a power of 5 500 GPH. However, its high price and the lack of field feedback raise questions compared to Beatbot and Dolphin.
Cycle3hFiltre20 µmBassin≤ 300 m²- +Complete cleaning: floor, walls, waterline in one cycle
- +Suction power of 5 500 GPH, superior to the average
- −High price (1 200-1 500 €) without user field feedback
1 299 €Read review→- Sans-fil— Mammotion
Mammotion SPINO S1 Pro
The SPINO S1 Pro promises automatic exit from the water. Cleaner Lab examines this innovation against real-world constraints: installation, estimated price, and direct competition.
Cycle3hFiltre20 µmBassin≤ 300 m²- +AutoShoreCharge station that extracts the robot after each cycle
- +Camera navigation + sensors for precise pool mapping
- −Launch Q1 2026: no independent field tests available
1 999 €Read review→