Hopefully you’ve already read our article How to Use a Pool Vacuum as there are many types of pool cleaners for an array of budgets, pools and needs. If you have determined that the robotic pool cleaner is the one for you, you can take confidence in knowing you made the right choice!
Robotic pool vacuum cleaners are the superior choice for a pool cleaner. They not only do a fantastic job collecting all dirt and debris in your pool, but they do it efficiently and help remove algae from your pool. They are also recommended right before shocking your pool to remove any debris. The question is…which one is the best? We’ve rounded up the top 3 robotic pool vacuum cleaners that are consistent performers and the highest ranked among consumers.
Our #1 choice is none other than the Dolphin Nautilus Robotic Pool Cleaner. Not only does it rank highly among Amazon users, but it is listed as a #1 Best-Seller in Robotic Pool Cleaners. The Dolphin pool cleaner is recommended for residential in-ground swimming pools up to 50 feet in length. There is no installation required and no need to spend time trying to figure out how it works. We LOVE that! Simply plug the power box into an outlet, plug the Dolphin into the power box, drop it in the water, turn it on and it does all of the work for you. The Dolphin pool cleaner will scrub, vacuum and filter all sides and angles of your swimming pool. BAM! Your pool is clean in less than 3 hours (many say 2 hours at most). It even shuts off on its own when its job is done. If you only want the best robotic pool cleaner, then this is the one for you.
Another fantastic option is the Hayward TigerShark Swimming Pool Robotic Cleaner. This Hayward robotic pool vacuum received a 4.2/5.0 from its users and is recommended for residential pools up to 20×40 ft. The super cool thing about this intelligent, energy-efficient vacuum is that it will calculate the size of the pool and self-program the most efficient way to clean it so that you have a job well done in less time…all on its own! How great is that? It helps you to save money on your electric bill each month. Like the Dolphin pool cleaner, the Hayward pool cleaner is easy to use – simply plug-n-play – and it will also shut down on its own at the end of its cycle. Clean up is easy – just remove the filter cartridge and clean it off with a garden hose. The downfall is the price. This is the most expensive of the 3. Is it worth it though? See our full Hayward Tiger Shark Pool Cleaner Review for more details.
If you are the proud owner of an above ground pool, the Aquabot Pool Rover Junior Robotic Pool Cleaner would be a perfect addition to your pool maintenance kit regardless of size or shape of your pool. Because seriously, above ground pools are supposed to be much less of a hassle than a traditional pool right? Not only does it work great, this adorable little vacuum buddy is the most budget-friendly of the three options…by a long shot! It comes equipped with its own pump and filtration system, along with a reusable bag that traps all of your debris like sand, bacteria, leaves, etc. It’s super user-friendly, much like the others. Just plug it in, let it propel itself around your pool while you work on your tan, and then let it turn itself off with the 2-hour automatic shut off timer so that you never have to leave the comfort of your raft. The one complaint is that it does not do well with some above ground pool stairs, but other than that, you can’t go wrong with the Aquabot pool cleaner. Click to read our full review on the Aquabot Junior Pool Cleaner.