What's the BEST Robotic Pool Cleaner? (Automatic Cleaner Review) | Swim University

Every pool owner should have an automatic pool cleaner. And there are three types to choose from: suction-side, pressure-side, and robotic pool cleaners. But which one is right for you? That depends on what type of pool you have and how much you’re willing to spend. So here’s everything you need to know before you buy an automatic pool cleaner.

⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 - What's the Best Automatic Pool Cleaner?
00:35 - 3 Types of Automatic Pool Cleaners
00:51 - #1. Robotic Pool Cleaners
01:33 - #2. Pressure Side Pool Cleaners
02:10 - #3. Suction Side Pool Cleaners
02:52 - What to Look for in a Robotic Pool Cleaner

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[richardm]

You are the Yoda of pool care! The video is great!!!. Many, many thanks for what you do!

[edwardhartung]

I appreciate the video and other helpful stuff, but I wish he would have specifically addressed robotic pool cleaners for above ground/semi-inground pools.

[akaillwll]

Good stuff, very informational. I love the concept of the robotic cleaners, much more efficient at cleaning and really cut back on energy costs. In the end I went with pressure side for one reason only…..I can keep the cleaner in the pool and just empty the bag when it gets full. Robotic cleaners want to be removed from the pool after each cleaning. I liked the “set it and forget it” route.

If you want a pressure side cleaner that doesn’t require a booster then go with the Polaris 360.

[marshall_grant]

Love this! Can you also review some of the foreign made pool cleaners such as the Zodiac or Baracuda brands?

[diane]

Whomever invented these cleaners deserves a Nobel Prize.!
We have had two diffrent types.
I would not recommend the bag type. I think they are harder to clean.
And get the largest you can afford.
Pool opening set for May 6th!
I am excited.
We are suppose to have 2-6 inches of snow tomorrow!

[STREETFIGHTER]

Thanks for the video! Looking into getting a robotic and selling my pool sweep 360

[farmalldud]

Great stuff, but the link to get your cheat sheet is broken. Not the link here, but the button on the page to get the cheat sheet. (it doesn't work for me anyway)

[Qathena]

@SwimUniversity So i run a water park, we have hammer head vacuums, auto vacuums, and mini hand ones. One issue inside our curvy lazy river the auto only goes back and forth. The river is way to big for one person to always take a hammer head vacuum to it. what pool vacuum would you recommend. Finances is no problem.

[dannyspitzer]

Do you have a video on recommended robotic pool cleaners? Thanks

[hemi]

During the winter what imer should i put for my pool skimmer? or should i let it run normal ?

[jaredeagle]

I used to have an aquabot, but they are out of business. I got a dolphin, which is good but the fine filter trap doesn't hold all the dirt like the aquabot fine velcro bags worked. Some of the small dirt always is in the middle of the pool. Any advice?

[anniesshenanigans]

and so here I am looking for a cleaner since my pool maintenance company doesn't do a great job of cleaning the pool (they only do it once a month) and it doesn't look clean to me. I understand it needs to be done at least once a week....

[AmyMoll-qbse]

Can you touch on cordless vaccumes? I have one that doesn't seem to get fine algae out of the pool. Id rather not buy a whole new vacuum if there is a solution like filter socks etc.

[WazzaECR]

What do you think of the Beatbot AquaSense Pro? Could you review it?

[bluehannah]

My dolphin power pack has died twice in three years which is why I’m looking for a new one so I’m pretty wary of dolphin

[sherritaberry]

I have dirt in my pool, and it seems like my robot is just mixing the dirt around. The dirt will be settled at the 7 then when I put it in, the water is Cloudy again.

[BRFE]

Which robotic pool cleaners won't get the cord tingled?

[michaeljanerico]

I have an aquabot classic. Can I use that on an above ground pool?

[lukeo]

Just stay away from the Aiper brand cleaners. Nothing but problems. Had two that only lasted a few months each.

[robertglasser]

I was talked into a cartridge filter for my pool. Honestly, I do not like it. I am having a lot of trouble getting the pool clean.