Best Robotic Pool Cleaners High-Range

Best High-Range Robotic Pool Cleaners of 2025

Here are my top robotic pool cleaners, based on extensive testing across different pools and varying levels of debris. The rankings are determined by several important factors:
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Key Factors in My Rankings:
• Performance: How well the cleaner handles various levels of debris.
• Cost: Price vs. value for money.
• Weight: Ease of handling and mobility.
• Features: Includes things like remote control, programmable cycles, and other advanced options.
• Filtration Capability: The cleaner’s ability to filter and trap debris is critical.
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Unbiased Rankings:
• I do not receive compensation for my reviews, nor do I work for any of the companies.
• My rankings are unbiased and based solely on performance and customer feedback.
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High-Range Robotic Pool Cleaners (Price: $1,000+):
• These cleaners are packed with advanced features such as:
o Remote control for easy operation.
o 7-day programmable cycles for flexible cleaning schedules.
• Designed for those willing to invest in the best robotic pool cleaner for superior performance and reliability.

#2 Polaris FREEDOM Plus

Control in Your Hands: The hand-held remote uses LiFi technology to communicate with the cleaner under water, allowing you to call the cleaner to the waterline for easy, lightweight removal with quick water release.
Premium Outdoor-Rated Charging Caddy: Transport your cleaner to and from the pool with ease. When your cleaner is not in use, simply cradle your cleaner in the base and connect the base to a GFCI outlet — your cleaner will be fully charged in five hours or less.
Connect with Your Cleaner: Whether you’re at home or away, you can check on your cleaner status from the iAquaLink app. The WiFi-enabled FREEDOM Plus provides charging status, allows you to select specialized cleaning modes, and sends push notifications that let you know when a cycle’s done so you can collect it at the waterline.
Three Retrieval Methods: Use the hand-held remote or wait until the end of cycle waterline retrieval or use the manual retrieval hook (included) and a standard pole.

#3 Dolphin Liberty 300

CORDLESS & HASSLE-FREE: The Dolphin Liberty 300 cordless robotic pool cleaner is hassle-free pool cleaning with advanced technology. Auto self-parking and battery indicators for easy maintenance.
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.
POOL REMOVAL: Use the Click-Up feature to signal your Dolphin robotic pool cleaner to climb the nearest wall post-cleaning. Shake the clicker in water for hassle-free retrieval.
WALL-SCRUBBING POWER: Dolphin Liberty 300 climbs walls efficiently, ensuring thorough cleaning on any pool surface, no matter the shape or surface type.

#1 Polaris VRX iQ+

The Polaris ALPHA IQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner is the most innovative robotic cleaner on the market today. The fact that you can use the iAqualink app to control it, turn it on and off, and set a weekly schedule makes it a techie’s dream machine! The software in the Alpha IQ+ features pool mapping and advanced navigation, making it the smartest robot out there, giving it a high IQ, so to speak, and hence the name. Note: Purchase at Leslie's under the name VRXIQ+. Loaded with in-app features, 70 ft of cable, 2 navigation systems, 4 cleaning modes, caddy, 2-year warranty

#4 Polaris Epic 8642 iQ

Polaris has always been a top robotic pool cleaner manufacturer. Since their parent company, Fluidra, acquired Aqua Products (Better known as Aquabot), I have been waiting for a merging of the two techs into one superior robotic pool cleaner. The Epic line of cleaners is surely this. Compact, powerful, and super smart, these cleaners are part of the next generation of Polaris cleaners. There are 3 models, with the Epic 8642 iQ being the top-of-the-line model. It features in-app control, and if your budget allows, this would be the model of choice. The compact size can be deceptive as this cleaner really is a workhorse and is suitable for larger pools. I also like the included transport and storage caddy. Pros: Excellent cleaning pattern, reliable, evacuates water for easy removal, cord swivel, compact size, caddy cart

#5 Aiper Scuba S1 Pro Cordless

Superior Cleaning & Performance: The Scuba S1 Pro features dual active PVC rollers and a quad-brushless motor system, maximizing power for enhanced scrubbing and suction. Its adaptable and sturdy caterpillar tracks enable it to navigate uneven pool floors and scale walls at angles up to 90°±15°.
Top-Tier Waterline Cleaning: With WaveLine Technology, the Scuba S1 Pro excels at waterline cleaning, effectively cleans waterlines for a pristine look along your pool's waterline.
WavePath Navigation Technology 2.0: Utilizing Aiper's state-of-the-art technology, the Scuba S1 Pro expands cleaning coverage by 99% compared to other pool cleaners. Its advanced sensors accurately determine its location in the pool, providing thorough cleaning of the floor, walls, and waterline.
High-Performance Particle Filtration: Outfitted with a spacious 5L, 180-micron primary filter and a 3-micron secondary filter, the Scuba S1 Pro captures even the finest particles, enhancing water clarity. Cleaning the filters is easy: simply lift the lid, remove the filters, and rinse.