Head to head
Hayward TigerShark QC vs Polaris 9650iQ Sport
The Hayward TigerShark QC and the Polaris 9650iQ Sport sit one rung apart on the Autonomy Ladder — the Polaris 9650iQ Sport at Level III, the Hayward TigerShark QC at Level II. Here is how they compare on autonomy, readiness, Robovations Score, and price — as classification, not a recommendation.
| Measure | Hayward TigerShark QC | Polaris 9650iQ Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomy level | Level II | Level III |
| Autonomy tier | Assisted Autonomy | Conditional Autonomy |
| Robovations Score | 67/100Capable | 72/100Capable |
| Consumer readiness | Ready Now | Ready Now |
| Typical price | $1,489 | $799 |
| Category | Robot Pool Cleaners | Robot Pool Cleaners |
| Manufacturer | Hayward | 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.