The 8 Best Pool Vacuums for 2024

6 / 8

This is the Mercedes of pool robots, and it’s priced accordingly.

The Dolphin Sigma is widely considered to be Dolphin’s most advanced vacuum, and its features are impressive. It comes with three commercial-grade motors, an onboard navigation system that ensures it covers every inch of the pool up to and including the waterline, and filters for fine particles and larger debris.

It comes with a Wi-Fi option so you can activate it and monitor its progress while you’re away. You still have to empty the filters by hand between uses, though. As with other Dolphin robots, the caddy is sold separately.

Pros

• Works on large pools
• 3-year warranty
• Connects to your smartphone
• Powerful motors
• Easy-to-clean filters

Cons

7 / 8

The Pool Blaster Max HD handheld, cordless pool vacuum combines the ease of a hose- and cord-free model with at least some of the potency of a robot cleaner. A powerful, fast-charging lithium battery provides added suction power when compared to other Pool Blaster models.

Its triangular head reaches into corners and the scrub brush loosens debris, though it requires some manual effort. As with other cordless models, it must be fully submerged when running. One drawback: It doesn’t come with a telescopic pole, though any one-inch-diameter pool pole will work.

Pros

• Cordless
• Lightweight and easy to move
• Battery-powered
• Works well in crevices
• Runs for 60 minutes
• Picks up sand with ease

Cons

• Takes 4 hours to charge

8 / 8

We like the idea of spending a sensible amount of money for extra-large performance from a product, and the Zodiac G3 Suction Pool Cleaner fits the bill. It essentially has one moving part — a rotating, disc-style brush that scrubs pool surfaces, including sides, as it sucks up debris via the skimmer or vacuum line.

As a cleaner, you can just turn it on and walk away, so it’s a good half-step between manual vacuums and pricey robots. The 50-foot hose allows it to clean large pools, although several Amazon users say it won’t climb or clean steps. Note that this tool can be only be used on vinyl pool liners in perfect condition, with no wrinkles, cracks or folds.

Pros

• Quiet
• Filter is easy to clean
• Lightweight and easy to store
• Hose is adjustable
• Works with low-speed pumps

Cons

• Suction must keep fully in contact with pool surface to work

FAQ

How often do you have to vacuum your pool?

Depending on the size of your pool, you’ll likely need to vacuum about once per week. If you notice a lot of debris before a week, we recomend vacuuming before the week mark.

Should I shock my pool then vacuum?

You should vacuum your pool before shocking it to get rid of debris. Shocking your pool only gets rid of things like bacteria and algae (and not things like leaves and sticks).

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