Wybot
Wybot C2
- Autonomy
- IIAssisted
- Score
- 59/100Capable
- Readiness
- Ready Now
- Price
- $699.99list
ComparisonWybot C2 and Wybot C1
Wybot
Wybot C1
- Autonomy
- IIAssisted
- Score
- 64/100Capable
- Readiness
- Known Issues
- Price
- $569.99list
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 | Wybot C2 | Wybot C1 |
|---|---|---|
| Pool type | ||
| In-ground | GoodWybot designs and rates the C2 specifically for in-ground pools up to 2,152 sq ft; this matches its documented target use. | GoodIn-ground pools with vinyl or fiberglass walls are ideal. Wall height and slope accommodate magnetic adhesion design. |
| Above-groundthey differ | DependsWybot documents this model for in-ground pools only; no above-ground rating or compatibility statement was found in the sources reviewed. | PoorMagnetic adhesion fails on inflatable and panel-wall above-ground designs. Unsuitable. |
| Mixed setup | DependsWith no above-ground rating documented, a mixed setup only has confirmed coverage for the in-ground portion of the pool. | DependsIn-ground vinyl and fiberglass only; skip above-ground pools due to adhesion failure. |
| Pool size | ||
| Small (< 400 sqft) | GoodWell inside the 2,152 sq ft rated coverage; a full cycle at up to 180 minutes has ample margin for this size. | GoodWell-suited to 10,000-15,000 gallon in-ground pools with single wall runs. |
| Medium (400 – 800) | GoodComfortably within the 2,152 sq ft rated area, with the 180-minute Eco-mode runtime enough for a complete cycle. | Good15,000-25,000 gallon target range where wall coverage and runtime balance. |
| Large (> 800) | DependsWybot's rating tops out at 2,152 sq ft; pools well above that may exceed a single 180-minute cycle's coverage. | DependsLarge pools require 2-3 daily cycles to cover all walls; runtime limits multi-day coverage. |
| Debris load | ||
| Fine (sand / silt) | GoodIndependent testing found the ultra-fine 10-micron filter stage makes a noticeable difference on fine sediment compared to a single 180-micron basket. | GoodFine particles (pollen, dust) not actively cleaned; floor focus is minimal. |
| Leaves / large debris | GoodNo leaves-specific test was documented for the C2; the 180-micron primary stage should catch larger debris, but this was not verified independently. | GoodFloating leaves bypass wall-climbing robot; leaves at waterline are captured by brush. |
| Algae / heavy fouling | GoodIndependent testing specifically credits the dual-layer filtration with a noticeable difference on light algae, beyond what a single-stage filter catches. | GoodBrush technology effectively addresses algae film on walls and waterline; core strength. |
| Coverage you want | ||
| Floor only | GoodEven without mapping, independent full-cycle testing found the C2 covers a pool thoroughly on the basic floor-cleaning modes. | GoodC1 focuses entirely on walls and waterline; floor cleaning is minimal. Pair with floor robot. |
| Floor + wallsthey differ | DependsWall coverage is one of seven preset modes, not an adaptive route, so the owner must choose the right one. | GoodWall and waterline coverage is the C1 primary function. Floor coverage requires separate unit. |
| Floor + walls + waterlinethey differ | DependsFull floor, wall and waterline coverage means choosing the right preset mode; there is no camera to plan it. | GoodWaterline brush reaches surface; wall coverage is strong. Floor cleaning not included. |
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.
What the score is built from.
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.
Capability
Task completion16% of score
Does it finish the job it is sold to do, unattended
7270
- Wybot C272
- Wybot C170
18median 72 across 438 scored robots100
Coverage and navigation10% of score
Does it work the whole area, and hold that between runs
5545
- Wybot C255
- Wybot C145
0median 72 across 426 scored robots100
Edge-case recovery10% of score
Does it recover from the failures its category presents
043
- Wybot C20
- Wybot C143
18median 52 across 325 scored robots100
Operating envelope4% of score
How far conditions can vary before performance drops
62100
- Wybot C262
- Wybot C1100
28median 68 across 402 scored robots100
Dependability
Field failure rate16% of score
Documented hardware failures per owner-year
6080
- Wybot C260
- Wybot C180
6median 70 across 362 scored robots100
Software stability14% of score
Whether updates fix more than they break
4565
- Wybot C245
- Wybot C165
15median 65 across 344 scored robots100
Support longevity10% of score
Committed parts, service and updates, with dates
048
- Wybot C20
- Wybot C148
0median 62 across 434 scored robots100
Ownership burden
Routine maintenance12% of score
Hands-on time it asks for in normal operation
5567
- Wybot C255
- Wybot C167
22median 67 across 439 scored robots100
Consumables8% of score
Parts that must be bought to keep it working
6861
- Wybot C268
- Wybot C161
8median 69 across 439 scored robots100
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
$699.99$569.99
- Wybot C2$699.99
- Wybot C1$569.99
$299median $1,295$4,250
Runtime37 with a published figure
180 min150 min
- Wybot C2180 min
- Wybot C1150 min
90 minmedian 180 min1,800 min
Charge time34 with a published figure
180 min180 min
- Wybot C2180 min
- Wybot C1180 min
150 minmedian 240 min390 min
Weight69 with a published figure
17.6 lbs17.6 lbs
- Wybot C217.6 lbs
- Wybot C117.6 lbs
7.9 lbsmedian 21 lbs46.3 lbs
Not compared, because fewer than two of these robots carry a published figure: 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.
Wybot C2
No camera, no mapping: seven preset modes replace a perception system, so coverage quality tracks the mode the owner selects, not the robot’s own judgment.
The added 10-micron filter stage catches finer sediment than a single-basket cleaner, but a three-hour charge against a three-hour runtime still caps use at one cycle per half day.
At 17.6 lb wet, the machine that documents step and slope coverage is also the one an owner has to physically lift out every time.
Skipping the AI camera keeps the price roughly $200 below the C2 Vision, and gives up debris-adaptive path planning to do it.
Wybot C1
Cordless operation removes the cable and swivel of a tethered cleaner at the cost of a bounded battery cycle: the machine runs up to 150 minutes, parks itself at the wall, and waits to be lifted out and charged rather than drawing power continuously.
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.
Wybot C2
- Pools larger than the 2,152 sq ft rated coverage
- Wybot rates the C2 by area, up to 2,152 sq ft, and the machine has no mapping to compensate; larger or irregular pools risk incomplete coverage.
- Owners who want the machine to sense and adapt to debris
- The plain C2 carries no camera at all; adaptive debris detection and selective zone avoidance are reserved for the C2 Vision, priced roughly $200 higher.
- Owners who need back-to-back cleaning cycles without downtime
- A roughly three-hour charge against up to three hours of runtime in Eco mode means only one full cleaning cycle fits comfortably in a half day.
- Owners who cannot lift a 17.6 lb wet unit from the pool
- At 17.6 lb, the C2 is a real lift once it is full of water and pulled from the pool after every cycle, with no self-emptying dock.
Wybot C1
- Pools larger than 1,615 sq ft
- Wybot rates the C1 by surface area, up to 1,615 square feet. Larger pools take more than one cycle per clean, and each cycle ends with the machine coming out of the water to charge.
- Owners wanting a cleaner that lives in the pool
- The C1 runs a scheduled cycle, parks at the wall and comes out to charge. It is not a permanently installed or continuously powered cleaner that stays in the water between cycles.
- Pools under heavy leaf and debris load
- Capacity is bounded by the onboard filter, which is rinsed between cycles. Pools with steady leaf fall need skimming or a larger-capacity cleaner rather than a repeat cycle.
What stays your job
The upkeep ownership hands back to you, whatever the autonomy level says.
Wybot C2
- After every use: Rinse the 180-micron filter basket and the 10-micron ultra-fine filter cotton with a hose before debris dries in place.
- After every use: Recharge the battery; Wybot rates a full charge at about 3 hours. Keep the charging port dry and clean before connecting.
- As needed: Replace the C2 filter cotton when rinsing no longer restores water flow ($12.99-19.99 direct from Wybot); no replacement interval is published.
- As needed: Check the tires and drive belts for trapped hair or grit; both are sold as replacement parts on Wybot’s store.
- Seasonally: Take the robot out of service when the pool closes; store it indoors, away from freezing temperatures.
Wybot C1
- After every cycle: Remove and rinse the filter with fresh water and clear the intake before the next run. Rinse the machine itself with fresh water after use in a saltwater pool.
- Every charge: Charge the machine out of the water on a hard surface clear of combustibles, using the supplied charger and never an extension cord. The receptacle must be GFCI protected, which is a code requirement for outlets near a pool rather than an option.
- Weekly: Clean the brush and the waterline contact surfaces to remove algae film and chemical residue.
- Every 3-6 months: Inspect the drive brushes for wear and replace them when they stop making consistent contact.
- Annually: Replace the filter media if flow has dropped or the material has degraded.
- Storage: Charge the pack before storing the machine for the season and keep it out of direct sun. Store it charged, not flat.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wybot C2 | Pending | 2 | Aug 2026 |
| Wybot C1 | 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 recordWybot C2Specifications, evidence, the Fit Check in full, and every tracked change.
The full recordWybot C1Specifications, 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.
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