Best Mid-Range Robotic Pool Cleaners of 2025
Here are the Top Robotic cleaners based on my testing. I tried each one in various pools and different levels of debris. The ranking is based on many factors, and some, of course, are better than others. But there are also factors such as cost, weight, and features such as a remote control and how low they filter down to in particle size known as microns. A standard D.E. pool filter will filter down to 3-5 microns, a cartridge filter down to 10-20 microns -so you get the idea of how well a cleaner will filter and trap debris. So the ranking is based on these factors as well as other reviews from customers who have the cleaner. No one pays me for my reviews, and I don't work for any of the companies, so the rankings are as unbiased as they can be.
Here are the top Mid-Range Robotic Pool Cleaners. They may lack some of the bells and whistles of the High-Range cleaners, but they still are loaded with great features to make them a solid purchase. The price point is more affordable to the average homeowner and there are several models to choose from.
Best Mid-Range Robotic Pool Cleaners
#1 Dolphin Proteus DX4
The Dolphin Proteus DX4 comes fully loaded with tons of features. It is designed to scan the pool for the best possible coverage using the CleverClean Technology, and it will also clean the pool floor, walls, and waterline. The PowerStream Technology allows it to really scrub the waterline of your pool. It also comes with two filtration options, Fine Filters and Ultra Fine Filters. With a programmable cleaning cycle, this is a top-of-the-line cleaner in every aspect. Pros: Great cleaning technology, 60 ft of cord, and a programmable timer for a weekly cleaning schedule. Cons: No Transport Caddy
#2 Dolphin (2024 Model) Liberty 200 Cordless
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CORDLESS & HASSLE-FREE: The Dolphin Liberty 200 cordless robotic pool cleaner is hassle-free pool cleaning with advanced technology. Auto self-parking and battery indicators for easy maintenance.
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SIMPLE INDUCTIVE CHARGING: With Magnetic-Connect, non-corrosive inductive charging, easy magnetic connection for walk-away charging. Powerful lithium-ion battery for 90-minute cleaning.
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WALL-SCRUBBING POWER: Dolphin Liberty 200 climbs walls efficiently, ensuring thorough cleaning on any pool surface, no matter the shape or surface type.
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ACTIVE SCRUBBING: Elevate your pool maintenance with the Dolphin's active scrubbing brush eliminates manual effort, guaranteeing a pristine pool. Gentle on surfaces, tough on debris.
#3 Hayward SharkVac
The SharVac is a good entry level robotic cleaner priced in the mid-range. It is a top-loading cleaner with cartridge filters that can clean down to 5 microns. The lower-priced model just cleans the floors and coves of the pool. They do make a more pricey version that cleans the waterline and has a beach entry sensor. But this standard model has a 2-hour timer and works well. It comes with a one-year warranty. Pros: Top loading debris chamber, great cleaning pattern, easy to use, front scrub brush. Cons: Only the XL version climbs the walls, one-year warranty
#4 Polaris 8050 Sport
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AUTO POOL CLEANER: The Polaris 8050 Robotic Cleaner deftly navigates all pool surfaces, climbs walls, and scrubs to the tile line for thorough cleaning.
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IN-GROUND POOLS: Compatible with in-ground swimming pools up to 40 ft.
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POLARIS: For more than 40 years, Polaris has been known worldwide for its quality and best-in-class automatic pool cleaners.
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PREMIUM CLEANING PERFORMANCE: Cyclonic Vacuum Technology captures debris without losing suction and the Transparent Lid makes it easy to know when the canister is full. Never touch debris again with the Push'N'Go(TM) Filter Canister - simply shake and spray!
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WHAT'S INCLUDED: Comes equipped with a 50ft cable, a 4L debris canister, and a premium caddy for transport and storage
