Head to head
Dolphin Sigma vs Polaris 9450 Sport
The Dolphin Sigma and the Polaris 9450 Sport sit one rung apart on the Autonomy Ladder — the Dolphin Sigma at Level III, the Polaris 9450 Sport at Level II. Here is how they compare on autonomy, readiness, Robovations Score, and price — as classification, not a recommendation.
| Measure | Dolphin Sigma | Polaris 9450 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomy level | Level III | Level II |
| Autonomy tier | Conditional Autonomy | Assisted Autonomy |
| Robovations Score | 69/100Capable | 72/100Capable |
| Consumer readiness | Ready Now | Ready Now |
| Typical price | $1,599 | $999 |
| Category | Robot Pool Cleaners | Robot Pool Cleaners |
| Manufacturer | Maytronics | Polaris |
Highlighted cells mark a documented structural difference (a higher autonomy classification or a lower tracked price), not a recommendation. Robovations classifies robots; it does not rank them.