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Three Lineups, Three Very Different Strengths
ProLine goes deepest, Max-Series stretches the budget, and Clear focuses on fine filtration and water quality.
Commercial power. Flagship coverage.
Dolphin’s premium corded flagships. Commercial-grade motors, HEPA-level NanoFilters™, and full floor-to-waterline scrubbing — the most thorough clean you can buy.
- NanoFilters™ — Ultra-fine pleated media traps microscopic silt & algae
- Commercial-grade motors — Dual / triple motors from the Dolphin Wave platform
- Full waterline scrubbing — Climbs walls and scrubs the waterline every cycle
Maximum value. Maximum capacity.
The value sweet spot. Oversized MaxBin™ top-load filters, HyperBrush™ scrubbing, and CleverClean™ scanning deliver flagship-level cleaning without the flagship price.
- MaxBin™ filter — Oversized top-load basket you empty from the top — no flipping
- HyperBrush™ — Active scrubbing brush rotates at 2× the robot’s speed
- CleverClean™ nav — Smart scanning for efficient, systematic coverage
Beyond cleaning. Sanitised, crystal-clear water.
Robots built around water quality, not just debris. Led by the Clear UV and Clear S, this series pairs full floor-to-waterline cleaning with ultra-fine filtration — and on flagship models, built-in UV sanitation that helps reduce organic growth as they run.
- UV-C sanitation — Built-in UV chamber helps sanitise water and reduce organic growth
- UltraFilter™ (1μm) — Captures pollen, dust, and fine silt down to 1 micron
- Full coverage — Scrubs the floor, walls, and waterline every cycle
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Compare ICO Pool With Monitor Alternatives
Use each guide to compare features, ongoing ownership considerations, availability, and the categories where the products differ. Browse every monitor comparison →
ICO vs WaterGuru S3
Automatic chemistry checks: 24 per day vs 1 per day
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ICO vs iopool EcO
Remote connection: Direct Wi-Fi vs Gateway
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ICO vs Aiper HydroSync
Documented battery runtime: 6+ months vs 15 days
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ICO vs Crystal
Full app after year one: $0 / year vs $99 / year
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ICO vs Sutro
Working water readings: 24 per day vs None
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ICO vs pHin
Current product status: Supported vs Ended
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Pool Robot and Monitor Comparison FAQs
How do I compare pool robots on this page?
Choose up to four robotic pool cleaners to see coverage, filtration, power, navigation, warranty, and price in columns. Use "Hide rows that match" to focus on what changes between them.
What is the difference between ProLine, Max-Series, and Clear UV?
Treat the series labels as a starting point, not a ranking. Models in the same series can still differ in coverage, power, filtration, navigation, and app control.
Which robotic pool cleaner should I buy?
There is no single choice for every pool. Start with pool type and size, how far the robot must climb, common debris, corded or cordless preference, and budget.
Which smart pool water monitors are compared here?
The ICO Pool guides cover WaterGuru SENSE S3, iopool EcO, Aiper HydroSync, Crystal Water Monitor, Sutro, and pHin. Use them to compare features, ownership pros and cons, costs, and availability; pages labeled "Replacement guide" cover alternatives to products identified as discontinued.
Do smart pool monitors replace manual water testing?
No. Use a monitor to follow its reported readings and trends, then make sure unusual results and chemical-dosing decisions with manual testing and the chemical manufacturer's instructions.
