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ComparisonAiper Scuba V3 and Maytronics Dolphin EON 120d

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All robot pool cleaners. Every figure below is placed against the whole class, so a gap can be read against how much the class itself varies.

Where each one suits you.

The conditions each robot was assessed against, side by side. Rows marked in gold are where these machines genuinely differ.

Fit verdicts by condition for each robot
Condition Aiper Scuba V3 Dolphin EON 120d
Pool type
In-groundthey differ DependsWorks for in-ground pools under 1,500 sq ft; larger pools require multiple charge cycles per week. GoodCordless design assumes permanent dock at pool edge; in-ground installation is the primary market.
Above-groundthey differ GoodOptimal for above-ground pools where dock placement on deck edges is straightforward. PoorCordless dock requires stable, integrated placement; above-ground pools lack power infrastructure for dock installation.
Mixed setup GoodDock adapter options support both pool types; placement flexibility is the main consideration. GoodIn-ground preferred; above-ground not supported per current documentation.
Pool size
Small (< 400 sqft) Good90-minute runtime covers pools under 1,400 sq ft in a single cycle without mid-session recharge. GoodMSRP $1,199 targets larger pools; smaller pools may find similar coverage in lower-tier cordless models.
Medium (400 – 800)they differ Depends1,400-2,500 sq ft pools require two charge cycles per week; manageable but adds routine friction. Good12,000–25,000 gallons aligns with manufacturer documentation and DebrisLock design specifications.
Large (> 800)they differ PoorPools over 2,500 sq ft leave significant coverage gaps; multiple daily cycles become impractical. GoodSmart mapping supports multi-session coverage for pools over 25,000 gallons; runtime per cycle undocumented.
Debris load
Fine (sand / silt) GoodDual cartridges handle fine debris efficiently; no clogging reported in typical sediment loads. GoodStandard filters and backwash handle algae and fine particles; DebrisLock not primarily designed for fine debris.
Leaves / large debristhey differ DependsTree-adjacent pools require cartridge cleaning after 2-3 cycles; owners report filter clogging with heavy leaf fall. GoodDebrisLock backwash system engineered specifically for leaf and organic debris volume without filter clogging.
Algae / heavy fouling DependsOscillating brushes suppress algae growth on floor and lower walls; waterline algae requires manual treatment. DependsAlgae requires chemical treatment and brush scrubbing; Dolphin handles removal but does not address root cause.
Coverage you want
Floor only GoodDedicated floor coverage with 90-minute run time; no wall or waterline reach above brush mechanism. GoodSmart mapping documented for floor-only coverage patterns; baseline autonomy performance.
Floor + wallsthey differ DependsReaches lower walls below waterline; upper walls and waterline require separate skimmer or manual cleaning. GoodEON 120d reaches walls per manufacturer specs; waterline and tanning-ledge coverage included.
Floor + walls + waterlinethey differ PoorDoes not reach waterline or wall climb above brush line; full-pool coverage is not achievable with this model. DependsWaterline reach confirmed; full waterline scrub cadence depends on smart-map programming and documented test cycles.

A robot being poor for a condition is a fact about fit, not a fault. “Depends” means the record names a limit worth reading, not that the answer is unknown.

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The full recordAiper Scuba V3Specifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.The full recordMaytronics Dolphin EON 120dSpecifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.

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