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Best Pool Cleaner for Small Pools 2026: Right-Sized Picks That Won't Overpay

The best pool cleaners for small pools in 2026 — compact robots and simple suction cleaners sized for a small in-ground or above-ground pool, so you're not paying flagship prices for coverage you'll never use. Verified pricing and honest, sourced ratings.

Best Pool Cleaner Replacement Brushes 2026: Dolphin & Polaris Picks

The best replacement brushes for robotic and pressure-side pool cleaners in 2026 — Dolphin's standard PVC brush at $43.99, the premium Wonder Brush for smooth surfaces at $503.99/pair, and the Polaris Sport-series and Quattro Sport brush sets. Verified prices, materials and which surface each one is actually built for.

Best Pool Cleaner Caddy 2026: Universal, Dolphin, Polaris & Premium Picks

The best robotic pool cleaner caddies for 2026 — a universal resin cart at $149.99, Maytronics' own Dolphin caddy on sale at $145, the Polaris-specific cart, and the premium bamboo option. Verified prices, weights and which models each one actually fits.

Best Pool Cleaner Filter 2026: Cartridges, Bags & Baskets by Cleaner Type

The best pool cleaner filters for 2026 — robotic ultra-fine cartridges, Polaris K13/K16 filter bags, and why suction-side cleaners like the Hayward Navigator don't have a filter of their own at all. Verified prices, micron ratings, and the three-product mix-up that wastes buyers' money.

Best Pool Vacuum Hose 2026: Sizes, Lengths & Replacement Kits

The best pool vacuum hoses for 2026 — 1-1/2 in. vs 1-1/4 in. sizing, the correct length formula, and verified replacement hose kits for Polaris, Zodiac and Hayward cleaners. Plus the part-number traps that cost buyers the most money.

Best Aquabot Pool Cleaner 2026: What's Left, What's Dead, What to Buy Instead

Aquabot in 2026 is two unrelated things under one trademark: a liquidating corded lineup with no US manufacturer support, and a brand-new BWT cordless robot. Which Aquabot models are still worth buying, which are orphaned, and the verified alternatives.

Best Robotic Pool Cleaner for Large Pools 2026: Big-Pool Picks Tested

The best robotic pool cleaners for large pools in 2026. Long-cable and long-runtime robots that scrub floors, walls, and waterlines on 40 ft+ inground pools in a single cycle — with real specs, pricing, and pros and cons.

Best Pool Cleaner for Intex Pools 2026: Tested Picks for Flat-Floor Pools

Own an Intex pool? We ranked the best pool cleaners for Intex pools in 2026 — cordless robots that drop into a flat-bottom pool, the Intex-branded ZX300 that pairs with your filter pump, and budget suction picks. See our top choices with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Robotic Pool Cleaner Under $1000 (2026): Top Value Picks Tested

The best robotic pool cleaners under $1000 in 2026 — corded and cordless robots from Dolphin, Aiper, and WYBOT that climb walls and scrub the waterline without the flagship price. Real models, features, pros, cons, and pricing compared.

Best Pentair Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

The best Pentair pool cleaners of 2026, ranked and compared. Pressure-side Racer and suction-side Dorado and Rebel picks for inground and above-ground pools — with real pros, cons, and pricing, plus why the entire robotic Prowler lineup and the classic Kreepy Krauly and Warrior are now discontinued.

Best Smart Pool Cleaner 2026: App-Controlled Robots Tested & Ranked

The best smart pool cleaners of 2026 — app-controlled robotic cleaners with AI mapping, scheduling, and remote control. Beatbot, Aiper, Dolphin, WYBOT & Polaris picks compared with real features, pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pool Cleaner for Algae 2026: Scrub & Vacuum Green Pools Clean

The best pool cleaners for algae in 2026 — the Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus, Beatbot AquaSense 2, Dolphin Premier, Aiper Scuba S1, and WYBOT C1. Top picks that actively scrub walls and floors and trap fine dead algae with ultra-fine filters, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pool Cleaner for Concrete Pools 2026: Gunite & Plaster Picks Tested

Concrete or gunite pool? We ranked the best pool cleaners for concrete pools in 2026 — robots with combed rubber brushes that grip rough plaster, pressure-side cleaners for heavy debris, and value suction picks. See our top picks with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Saltwater Pool Cleaner 2026: Salt-Rated Robots Tested

Own a saltwater pool? We ranked the best saltwater pool cleaners for 2026 — corrosion-resistant robots explicitly rated for salt, from the premium Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra (5,000 PPM) to the value Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus and cordless Aiper Scuba V3. Real specs, salt ratings, and pricing.

Best Pool Cleaner for Fiberglass Pools 2026: Gelcoat-Safe Picks Tested

Fiberglass pool? We ranked the best pool cleaners for fiberglass pools in 2026 — robotic cleaners with soft brushes and rubber tracks that grip a smooth gelcoat surface, climb slick walls, and won't dull the finish. See our picks with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Budget Robotic Pool Cleaner 2026: Top Cheap Picks Tested

The best budget robotic pool cleaners of 2026 under $600 — Aiper, WYBOT and Dolphin picks that actually clean. Real prices, runtimes, pros and cons to help you spend less without buying junk.

Best Hayward Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

We ranked the best Hayward pool cleaners of 2026 — the AquaVac 650, TigerShark QC, PoolVac XL, Navigator Pro, AquaNaut 400, and TriVac 500. Top picks for best overall robotic, best value robotic, best suction for gunite, best for vinyl pools, best for large pools, and best pressure-side, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pool Cleaner for Vinyl Pools 2026: Liner-Safe Picks Tested

Vinyl liner? We ranked the best pool cleaners for vinyl pools in 2026 — liner-safe robots with soft brushes, the vinyl-specific Hayward Navigator Pro, and gentle disc-style suction cleaners that won't scuff or tear. See our picks with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pressure-Side Pool Cleaner 2026: Tested & Ranked (Inground Pools)

We ranked the best pressure-side pool cleaners of 2026 — the Polaris Vac-Sweep 360, 3900 Sport, and 280, the Pentair Racer LS, and the Hayward TriVac 500. Top picks for best overall, large pools, heavy leaf loads, and booster-pump-free setups, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Beatbot Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

We ranked the best Beatbot pool cleaners of 2026 — the AquaSense 2 Ultra, AquaSense X, AquaSense 2 Pro, Sora 70, AquaSense 2, and iSkim Ultra. Top picks for best overall, best premium flagship, best 5-in-1 value, best all-in-one value, best standard pool, and best surface skimmer, with real specs, pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pool Cleaner for Leaves 2026: Top Picks for Leaf-Heavy Yards

Tree-heavy yard? We ranked the best pool cleaners for leaves in 2026 — pressure-side baggers like the Polaris 360, large-basket robots, and high-throat suction cleaners that won't clog. See our picks with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best WYBOT Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

We ranked the best WYBOT pool cleaners of 2026 — the C2 Vision, S2 Solar, C1, S2, Osprey 200, and A1. Top picks for best overall, best premium, best value, best for routine cleaning, best entry-level, and best budget above-ground, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Polaris Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

We ranked the best Polaris pool cleaners of 2026 — robotic VRX iQ+ and Alpha iQ+, plus pressure-side 360, 280 and 3900 Sport. Top picks for best overall, leaves, large pools, and above-ground, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Aiper Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

We ranked the best Aiper pool cleaners of 2026 — the cordless Scuba X1 Pro Max, Scuba S1 Pro, Scuba S1, Scuba X1 Pro, and Seagull series. Top picks for best overall, best value, best for fine debris, large pools, and budget, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Suction Pool Cleaner 2026: Tested & Ranked (Inground & Above-Ground)

We tested the best suction-side pool cleaners of 2026 — Hayward, Zodiac, and Pentair models that run off your pump. See our top picks for inground and above-ground pools with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Dolphin Pool Cleaner 2026: Every Model Ranked & Compared

We ranked the best Dolphin pool cleaners of 2026 — Nautilus CC Plus, Premier, Sigma, Proteus DX5, Liberty 300 and E10. See which Maytronics Dolphin robot is best for your pool, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Inground Pool Cleaner 2026: Robotic, Pressure & Suction Picks Tested

The best inground pool cleaners of 2026, tested and compared. Robotic, pressure-side, and suction picks for large pools, deep ends, walls, and waterlines — with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pool Skimmer Robot 2026: Top Solar Surface Skimmers Tested

The best pool skimmer robots of 2026 — solar-powered surface skimmers from Betta, Beatbot, Aiper and more. Top picks for best overall, best value, and best budget, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Above-Ground Pool Cleaner 2026: Robotic & Suction Picks Tested

The best above-ground pool cleaners of 2026, tested and compared. Robotic and suction picks for round, oval, and soft-sided pools — with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Automatic Pool Cleaner 2026: Robotic, Suction & Pressure Compared

Robotic, suction, or pressure? We compare the best automatic pool cleaners of 2026 across all three types — with top picks for inground and above-ground pools, real pros and cons, and pricing.

Best Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner 2026: Tested & Ranked

We tested the best cordless robotic pool cleaners of 2026 — Beatbot, Aiper, WYBOT and more. Top picks for best overall, best value, and best premium, with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Robotic Pool Cleaner 2026: Tested & Compared (Every Pool & Budget)

We compared the top robotic pool cleaners of 2026 head to head — Dolphin, Beatbot, Aiper, Polaris and more. See our picks for best overall, best budget, and best cordless with real pros, cons, and pricing.

Best Pool Vacuum 2026: Robotic, Suction & Handheld Picks Tested

We tested the best pool vacuums of 2026 across every type — robotic, suction-side, pressure-side, and cordless handheld. See our top picks for inground and above-ground pools with real pros, cons, and pricing.