
Beatbot
Beatbot AquaSense 2
- Autonomy
- IIIConditional
- Score
- 51/100Limited
- Readiness
- Known Issues
- Price
- $1,298list

Beatbot

Maytronics
Up to three
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.
The conditions each robot was assessed against, side by side. Rows marked in gold are where these machines genuinely differ.
| Condition | Beatbot AquaSense 2 | Dolphin Liberty 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Pool type | ||
| In-ground | GoodHard-sided basin enables reliable smart mapping. Foundation is stable for docking. | GoodMagnetic dock and climbing capability optimized for standard in-ground installations. |
| Above-groundthey differ | DependsInflatable walls and flexible geometry confuse the navigation model; coverage reduces significantly. | PoorCordless form factor and dock design not suited to above-ground frame geometries. |
| Mixed setup | GoodWorks on in-ground pools reliably. Evaluate above-ground case individually. | GoodStandard cordless pool cleaner fit for any standard pool type. |
| Pool size | ||
| Small (< 400 sqft) | GoodOvercapacity for pools under 8,000 gal; a smaller model handles similar coverage with lower cost. | GoodBelow documented range; cordless design and dock footprint may exceed needs for pools under 8,000 gallons. |
| Medium (400 – 800) | GoodRuntime and smart mapping optimized for 12,000–25,000 gal pools with moderate debris. | GoodManufacturer-targeted range of 12,000-20,000 gallons; runtime and coverage align with medium pool cycle expectations. |
| Large (> 800) | DependsPools over 25,000 gal require two consecutive runs or overnight charging; true set-it-and-forget-it impossible. | DependsPools above 25,000 gallons may require multiple charge cycles per pass; heavy debris load shortens cartridge intervals. |
| Debris load | ||
| Fine (sand / silt) | GoodFilter cartridge handles sediment and algae spore load well; weekly rinse maintains flow. | GoodFilter-cartridge design handles fine sediment; weekly rinse maintains suction for sand and silt. |
| Leaves / large debristhey differ | GoodHeavy leaf load forces weekly or twice-weekly filter cleaning; motor burnout risk under sustained clogging. | DependsCartridge clogging accelerates with heavy leaf fall; pre-skimming recommended during peak shedding season. |
| Algae / heavy foulingthey differ | GoodWaterline brush and floor coverage address bloom prevention; autonomous cycles reduce chemical demand. | DependsCleaner removes settled algae; active algae blooms require chemical treatment. Cartridge washings increase with algae frequency. |
| Coverage you want | ||
| Floor only | GoodPrimary function; smart mapping achieves 95%+ floor coverage in open basins. | GoodPrimary documented function with predictable floor coverage per cycle. |
| Floor + walls | GoodWall climbing is slow and coverage gaps appear near transitions and steps; not designed for dedicated wall-scrubbing. | GoodWall-climbing capability documented; sustained waterline reach varies by pool condition and cleaner pitch. |
| Floor + walls + waterlinethey differ | GoodWaterline brush excels on tile and concrete; floor and line coverage are primary strengths. | DependsWaterline brush reach documented but performance on calcium buildup and algae line varies; depends on pool chemistry. |
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.
Nine inputs across three pillars, each weighted as shown and each scored so more is better. A robot can lead on one and trail on another, which is the point of showing them apart.
A number only means something next to the spread it sits in. Each track is the real range across every classified robot in the class, with the median marked.
Not compared, because fewer than two of these robots carry a published figure: Charge time, Noise, Height.
Written on each record, and the only thing here every robot on the site carries.
What each design gives up to be good at what it is good at.
Cable-free operation trades coverage predictability. Smart mapping navigates efficiently in open water but is prone to missed corner pockets and slow wall approach in complex basin shapes (steps, islands, shallow shelves).
Cordless convenience comes with a manual lift. Beatbot rates up to 4 hours of floor cleaning or 3.5 hours on walls and waterline per charge. After that the robot surface-parks and waits to be carried to its stand for roughly four hours of charging, during which nothing happens in the pool.
Cordless convenience comes with battery discipline. The pack goes into winter storage charged and gets topped up during the off-season, and between cycles the unit is lifted out and charged by hand rather than returning to a dock.
Stated by the record itself. A robot being wrong for a household is a fact about fit, not a fault.
The upkeep ownership hands back to you, whatever the autonomy level says.
Classifications rest on different depths of evidence. A pre-release assessment and a verified one are not the same kind of claim.
| Robot | Evidence status | Sources reviewed | Last assessed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beatbot AquaSense 2 | Pending | 3 | Aug 2026 |
| Maytronics Dolphin Liberty 300 | Pending | — | Aug 2026 |
Evidence status counts the sources behind a classification, not their kind. A high count can be maker documentation and price coverage, so read it as how much was reviewed rather than as independent testing. How we weigh evidence.
The full recordBeatbot AquaSense 2Specifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.
The full recordMaytronics Dolphin Liberty 300Specifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.Robovations classifies robots; it does not rank them. Nothing on this page is a recommendation, and no manufacturer influences a classification or its placement here.
Comparing across classes is allowed — the page will switch to per-class positioning and tell you it has.