Degrii
Degrii Zima Lite
- Autonomy
- IIIConditional
- Score
- Not scored
- Readiness
- Not assessed
- Price
- $699list
ComparisonDegrii Zima Lite and Wybot C2 Vision
Wybot
Wybot C2 Vision
- Autonomy
- IIIConditional
- Score
- 67/100Capable
- Readiness
- Ready Now
- Price
- $899.99list
Up to three
Autonomy Ladder
- IManual
- IIAssisted
- IIIConditional
- IVEnvironmental
- VGeneralized
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.
| Condition | Degrii Zima Lite | Wybot C2 Vision |
|---|---|---|
| Pool type | ||
| In-groundthey differ | DependsMaximum obstacle clearance is 3.9 in; in-ground drains, ladders or fittings taller than that can stop it. | GoodDesigned for inground pool wall geometry and climbing capability; standard use case. |
| Above-groundthey differ | GoodNo above-ground-specific validation was found; the same 3.9 in obstacle-clearance limit that concerns in-ground drains applies here too. | PoorAbove-ground pool walls and entry angles differ materially; manufacturer specifies inground pools only. |
| Mixed setupthey differ | GoodDual-radar 3D path planning for floor, wall and waterline coverage is not restricted to either installation type in the specs. | DependsInground pools recommended; test before purchase on above-ground pools for wall-climbing mechanical fit. |
| Pool size | ||
| Small (< 400 sqft) | GoodEven the more conservative 1,614 sq ft manufacturer figure is well beyond what a small pool needs to clean each cycle. | GoodUnder 5,000 gallons (approximately 800 sq ft) cleaned in single 90-minute eco-mode session. |
| Medium (400 – 800) | GoodA medium pool sits safely under both the 1,614 sq ft EU figure and the 3,800 sq ft US figure Degrii publishes. | Good12,000-25,000 gallons (approximately 2,000 sq ft) cleaned in single 180-minute eco-mode session; full coverage per cycle. |
| Large (> 800) | DependsDegrii's own EU and US listings disagree on maximum coverage (1,614 vs 3,800 sq ft); confirm against the larger pool before buying. | DependsOver 2,150 sq ft requires split sessions with recharge between runs; operational overhead burden on true large pools. |
| Debris load | ||
| Fine (sand / silt) | GoodBoth filter baskets are rated at 180 microns, with no finer mesh option documented for capturing very fine silt. | GoodDual-layer 10-micron ultra-fine filtration excels at sediment capture; straightforward weekly cartridge rinse. |
| Leaves / large debris | GoodDual 180-micron filters with 6.5 L combined capacity are sized for leaf and larger debris loads. | GoodEight-mode targeting (Waterline Only, Dirt Hunting) addresses leaf accumulation; 3,592 GPH suction handles bulk debris. |
| Algae / heavy fouling | DependsNo independent test of cleaning performance against algae was located; available coverage largely restates manufacturer specifications. | DependsCamera navigation loses precision in green or very cloudy water; manual mode selection required. Separate algae treatment needed independently. |
| Coverage you want | ||
| Floor only | GoodFloor mode is one of five selectable modes, running independently of the wall and waterline passes. | GoodFloor mode cleans pool bottom thoroughly; wall-tracking during standard modes adds cross-pool surface coverage. |
| Floor + walls | GoodA dedicated Wall mode cleans walls separately from Floor mode, among the five selectable cleaning modes. | GoodDedicated wall-climbing and waterline modes; eight-mode menu supports floor-and-walls sequencing. |
| Floor + walls + waterline | GoodOverall mode covers floor, walls and waterline together in one cycle, driven by the dual-radar 3D path planning. | GoodWaterline-only, wall-only, and waterline-then-floor modes directly address algae-prone waterline; covers all three zones. |
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.
How far apart is a long way?
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.
Price69 with a published figure
$699$899.99
- Degrii Zima Lite$699
- Wybot C2 Vision$899.99
$299median $1,249$4,250
Runtime37 with a published figure
180 min180 min
- Degrii Zima Lite180 min
- Wybot C2 Vision180 min
90 minmedian 180 min1,800 min
Weight66 with a published figure
23 lbs17.6 lbs
- Degrii Zima Lite23 lbs
- Wybot C2 Vision17.6 lbs
7.9 lbsmedian 20.9 lbs46.3 lbs
Not compared, because fewer than two of these robots carry a published figure: Charge time, Noise, Height.
What the numbers leave out.
Written on each record, and the only thing here every robot on the site carries.
The trade-off
What each design gives up to be good at what it is good at.
Degrii Zima Lite
Dual-ultrasonic-radar 3D path planning across floor, walls and waterline is a real capability by manufacturer design, but Degrii’s own regional listings disagree on how large a pool that planning actually covers, and this research could not reconcile the two figures.
Auto-parking at the nearest wall reduces how far a robot has to be fished from open water, but it still requires manual lifting rather than a full self-exit, so the retrieval task is reduced, not eliminated.
Wybot C2 Vision
AI camera guidance loses precision in murky water; algae-heavy conditions force manual mode switching to maintain full-pool coverage.
180-minute runtime per charge caps true large-pool coverage to split sessions, adding operational overhead compared to continuous tethered cleaners.
Who each one is wrong for
Stated by the record itself. A robot being wrong for a household is a fact about fit, not a fault.
Degrii Zima Lite
- Buyers who need a single, confirmed maximum-coverage figure before purchase
- Degrii's own EU and US listings state different maximum pool sizes for the same product, and this research could not resolve which applies.
- Pools with tall drains, ledges or fittings near 4 in or taller
- The manufacturer's documented maximum obstacle-clearance height is 3.9 in.
- Buyers who require independently verified cleaning performance before purchase
- No independent, non-manufacturer test of the Zima Lite was located during this research.
Wybot C2 Vision
- Pools that are routinely cloudy or algae-heavy
- Navigation is camera-based, so heavily clouded water degrades pathfinding. Suction grip also loses traction on moss or algae-covered walls, which is where a wall-climbing cycle is most likely to need repositioning.
- Owners unable to accommodate mid-cycle recharges
- 180-minute Eco-mode runtime covers standard pools once; pools exceeding 2,150 sq ft require split sessions with 3-hour recharge between runs.
- Owners unable to perform weekly filter maintenance
- Dual-layer filter requires weekly rinse and annual cartridge replacement to sustain suction efficiency. Cleaning runs can be scheduled in the app, but the filter still needs hands on it every week.
What stays your job
The upkeep ownership hands back to you, whatever the autonomy level says.
Degrii Zima Lite
- After every use: Retrieve the robot from the wall where it auto-parks (it stays in the water otherwise), empty the dual 180-micron filter baskets, and rinse the mesh with a hose.
- After every use: Recharge the 9,300mAh battery between runs; a full charge covers up to 180 minutes of cleaning.
- Weekly: Inspect the scrubbing brushes for wear and clear any wrapped hair or fibers.
- Monthly: Wipe down the hull, check the 6.5 L basket mesh for tears, and confirm firmware is current in the Degrii app.
- Seasonally: Store the robot indoors over the closed season and do not leave the lithium battery fully discharged in storage.
- As needed: Replace the scrubbing brushes and filter cartridges as they wear. Degrii’s warranty treats both as one-year consumables but publishes no replacement interval or part pricing in the material reviewed.
Wybot C2 Vision
- Weekly: Rinse dual-layer filter cartridge (180 + 10 micron) with garden hose; air dry before reinstall.
- Monthly: Empty debris bin; inspect impeller blades for hair wrap and bristle condition.
- Annually: Replace dual-layer filter cartridge (approximately $60-80 from pool supply retailers); inspect rubber seals and brushes for wear.
- Seasonally: Winterize battery (store indoors, cool location; charge quarterly during off-season). Drain unit if stored outside winter months.
- As needed: Clean camera lens weekly to maintain visual pathfinding accuracy in algae-prone pools.
How much each of these is standing on.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degrii Zima Lite | Pending | 5 | Aug 2026 |
| Wybot C2 Vision | Provisional | 3 | 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.
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The full recordDegrii Zima LiteSpecifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.
The full recordWybot C2 VisionSpecifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.Written comparisonRobot pool cleaners: what does $500 more actually buy?We have examined this pairing in full, with a stated finding.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.
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