Polaris VRX iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner vs Maytronics Dolphin Premier

The Dolphin Premier is the safer pick for most in-ground pools. It cleans floor, walls and waterline in a 3-hour cycle, carries a 3-year warranty, and its leaf bag handles twigs and heavy debris that cartridge filters choke on. The Polaris VRX iQ+ adds Wi-Fi app control, seven cleaning modes, spot cleaning, water temperature readings and a caddy, but it rates lower with owners and its 4WD brush system and 5L canister need more attention. Choose the Polaris only if remote scheduling and app control matter more to you than raw cleaning coverage.

• Choose the Polaris VRX iQ+ if you want app scheduling, spot cleaning and water temperature checks from your phone, and you are willing to trade some reliability for that control.
• Choose the Dolphin Premier if you want thorough floor, wall and waterline cleaning with a long warranty and a leaf bag built for heavy debris.