Maytronics
Comparison · 2 robots
Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70 · Wybot S3
All robot pool cleaners. Every measure below is plotted against the full class, so a difference can be read against how much the class itself varies.
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70
- Wybot S3
01 Classification
What each one does on its own.
The Autonomy Ladder is the same five rungs for every robot on the site. A rung describes the conditions a robot handles without you, not how good it is.
V
Generalized
Any task, any setting
IV
Environmental
Handles new obstacles without help
III
Conditional
Finishes familiar jobs on its own
Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70Wybot S3
II
Assisted
Runs preset routines, needs rescue
I
Manual
One action, on command
02 Assessment
Where they actually differ.
The Robovations Score is nine inputs across three pillars, each weighted as shown and each scored so that more is better. A robot can lead on one and trail on another, which is the point of showing them apart. Cost of ownership and data handling are reported on each robot's own page and are never averaged into the score.
Capability
Task completion16% of score
Does it finish the job it is sold to do, unattended
9782
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7097
- Wybot S382
18median 72 across 433 scored robots100
Coverage and navigation10% of score
Does it work the whole area, and hold that between runs
7378
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7073
- Wybot S378
0median 70 across 421 scored robots100
Edge-case recovery10% of score
Does it recover from the failures its category presents
380
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7038
- Wybot S30
18median 52 across 320 scored robots100
Operating envelope4% of score
How far conditions can vary before performance drops
8462
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7084
- Wybot S362
28median 68 across 397 scored robots100
Dependability
Field failure rate16% of score
Documented hardware failures per owner-year
6470
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7064
- Wybot S370
6median 70 across 359 scored robots100
Software stability14% of score
Whether updates fix more than they break
6545
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7065
- Wybot S345
15median 65 across 342 scored robots100
Support longevity10% of score
Committed parts, service and updates, with dates
1000
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70100
- Wybot S30
0median 62 across 429 scored robots100
Ownership burden
Routine maintenance12% of score
Hands-on time it asks for in normal operation
6282
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7062
- Wybot S382
22median 67 across 434 scored robots100
Consumables8% of score
Parts that must be bought to keep it working
9168
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7091
- Wybot S368
8median 69 across 434 scored robots100
03 Measured against the class
How far apart is a long way?
A number only means something next to the spread it sits in. Each track below is the real range across every classified robot in the class, with the median marked.
Price69 with a published figure
$2,099$2,499.99
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70$2,099
- Wybot S3$2,499.99
$299median $1,249$4,250
Weight65 with a published figure
24.3 lbs46.3 lbs
- Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E7024.3 lbs
- Wybot S346.3 lbs
7.9 lbsmedian 20.8 lbs46.3 lbs
Not compared, because fewer than two of these robots carry a published figure: Suction, Runtime, Charge time, Noise, Height.
04 Ownership
What the numbers leave out.
The trade-off
What each design gives up to be good at what it is good at.
Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70
Cable management remains entirely manual. The E70 stores no cord automatically; 60-foot rope coiled on the deck is a weekly visual reminder, and wind or deck traffic can tangle it.
Waterline coverage costs a third motor. The E70 drives its waterline brush independently of the two drive motors, which is part of what separates it from floor-only cleaners on price and on weight in and out of the water.
Wybot S3
Cordless, self-docking, and self-emptying comes at flagship price: $2,999 regular, currently discounted to $2,499 on pre-order, places it above mid-range robotic cleaners; the upgrade premium is substantial if dock automation is not the point.
Waterline reach is mapped, not guaranteed: 3D mapping places cleaner at waterline, but scaling and mineral buildup may require supplemental manual brushing on heavy-stain pools.
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.
Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70
- Above-ground pools
- Maytronics specifies the E70 for in-ground pools, and its three-motor drive and swivel cable are set up for in-ground surfaces and depth. Above-ground installations sit outside what the manufacturer specifies for this model.
- Owners avoiding WiFi or app-based control
- The power supply starts a cleaning cycle at the press of a button, but choosing among the 1.5, 2 and 2.5 hour cycles and scheduling them runs through the MyDolphin Plus app. Full hands-off operation assumes connectivity.
- Pools longer than 50 feet
- Maytronics specifies the E70 for in-ground pools up to 50 feet, which the 60 ft cable is sized around. Longer pools sit outside the stated envelope.
- Decks with no GFCI-protected outlet in reach
- The E70 is mains-fed: the power supply sits on the deck and runs the robot over the cable. It needs a GFCI-protected outlet, which is code-required for pool equipment, and an extension cord is not a way to close the distance to a distant one. The fix is a properly located outlet.
Wybot S3
- Above-ground pools under 5,000 gallons
- Flagship footprint and self-emptying dock designed for in-ground depth/slope. Minimal evidence for shallow above-ground use; manufacturer guidance unclear.
- Pools with complex obstacles or tight corners
- 3D mapping excels on open floor/wall geometry. Narrow steps, shallow ledges, or tight spa-adjacent areas may slow coverage. Dock placement must clear furniture/edges.
- Owners unwilling to manage dock placement and seasonal storage
- Self-emptying dock requires dedicated outlet, winter storage, or year-round protection in cold climates. Cable-free robot still needs dock positioning for effectiveness.
What stays your job
The upkeep ownership hands back to you, whatever the autonomy level says.
Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70
- After every cleaning cycle: Lift the robot out and rinse the multi-layer filter basket through the top-access opening. Maytronics’ instruction is to rinse after each cycle; a loaded basket costs suction. The panels are washable and reusable, so there is nothing to buy on a schedule.
- After every cycle: Look over the cable for cuts or abrasion and coil it on the caddy so it is not a trip hazard on the deck.
- Monthly: Check the brushes and the motor housings for hair, leaves and grit, and clear anything wrapped around the drive.
- Seasonally: Store the robot, cable and power supply indoors out of freeze and direct sun.
- Every use: Remove the cleaner from the pool before anyone swims.
Wybot S3
- After every use: Empty debris basket if full; check dock inlet for clogs.
- Weekly: Rinse pre-filter (dock assists); visual brush inspection for wear.
- Monthly: Hand-rinse main filter cartridge if dock suction shows weakness; wipe the dock’s solar panel clear of leaves and waterline film so charging is not throttled.
- Seasonally: Full filter cartridge replacement (~$40-60); dock winterization cover or storage.
- Annually: Brush wear assessment (~$30-50 replacement if needed).
05 Evidence
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maytronics Dolphin Explorer E70 | Pending | 4 | Aug 2026 |
| Wybot S3 | Pending | 1 | Aug 2026 |
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