- Changes
- 3
- Tracking since
- Jan 2024
- Latest
- Mar 18, 2025
- Net movement
- Classification stable
- 2025
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MyDolphin Pro update adds per-chamber pressure alerts and scheduling improvements
Maytronics updated the MyDolphin Plus app in early 2025, refining the M700's per-chamber pressure alert thresholds and adding a cycle-history log that records which filtration mode was run and estimated filter state at cycle end.
Full assessment
AutonomyL3 unchangedReadinessReady Now heldScoreReliability +5These changes address early-adopter feedback that the initial alert calibration fired too late in heavy-debris conditions.
WatchingWhether the adjusted thresholds match clogging intervals documented by owners running leaf-load mode in fall-heavy pool environments.
Impact on autonomy
- Navigation and Level III classification unchanged by this software update
- No new autonomous switching between filtration modes introduced
Impact on readiness
- Cycle-history log provides owners a record of filter-mode usage and estimated filter state
- Refined alert thresholds aim to reduce degraded cycles caused by late-detection clogging
Claim check3 claims reviewed
Updated alerts keep the pool clean without owner interventionAlerts notify the owner earlier; no autonomous filter cleaning or cycle interruption. Owner response is still required to act on the alertCycle-history log shows cleaning performance over timeLog records mode selection and pressure readings; it does not measure pool cleanliness directly. Performance inference requires owner interpretation of pressure dataApp update improves M700 performance for all pool typesThreshold refinement primarily benefits leaf-load mode users in high-debris fall conditions. Light-debris fine-debris mode users see minimal change per app update notesBottom lineA maintenance-awareness improvement that addresses a documented gap in first-generation alert calibration; the M700's dual filtration capability itself is unchanged.
Technical notes3 sections
- App Update Scope
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MyDolphin Plus app update (version not publicly disclosed in release notes) delivered two changes specific to M700 dual-filtration users: revised pressure-alert thresholds for the leaf-load chamber, and a cycle-history log accessible in the app showing the filtration mode used and end-of-cycle pressure reading for the past 30 cycles.
- Alert Threshold Adjustment
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Owner reports from the 2024 pool season documented the original alert firing after visible performance degradation in leaf-load mode, particularly in fall conditions. The 2025 update adjusts the threshold to trigger 1-2 cycles earlier. Manufacturer has not published the specific threshold values before or after the change.
- Cycle History Log
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Thirty-cycle history stores mode (fine-debris or leaf-load), runtime, and per-chamber pressure at cycle completion. Data is not exported; visible in-app only. No alert threshold change affects fine-debris mode per update documentation.
- 2024
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Dolphin M700 reaches commercial availability through pool specialty retailers
The Dolphin M700 entered commercial distribution through pool specialty retailers in March 2024, with street pricing between $2,299 and $2,499.
Full assessment
AutonomyL3 confirmedReadinessPromising progress strengthenedScore+5 overallDistribution is initially restricted to pool specialty stores and select online channels, limiting immediate availability compared to the M600's broader reach.
WatchingWhether early adopter reports validate dual filtration usability and whether Maytronics extends distribution to online-only channels ahead of peak pool season.
Impact on autonomy
- Level III grid-mapped navigation enters service; gyroscope-based mapping confirmed in retail units
- Dual filtration pressure feedback confirmed active in commercial units per retailer documentation
Impact on readiness
- Commercial availability through pool specialty retailers establishes initial purchase path
- Setup complexity (40-50 minutes) and dual filtration mode selection represent friction points for first-time buyers
Claim check4 claims reviewed
Available nationwide through authorized dealersPool specialty distribution confirmed (Leslie's, select regional dealers); mass-market online availability not confirmed at launchM700 setup is comparable to M600Manufacturer documentation lists 40-50 minute setup vs M600's 30-45 minutes; dual filtration housing adds one additional component step not present on M600Dual filtration extends cleaning intervals between maintenanceFine-debris mode achieves 10-14 day filter intervals; leaf-load mode requires 7-10 day filter replacement. M600 single-filter averages comparable intervals in similar debris conditions per owner reportsMyDolphin Pro is the full app upgrade from PlusAt launch, Pro differentiates on per-chamber pressure display and filtration mode selection. Core scheduling, remote start, and run history features identical to MyDolphin PlusBottom lineThe M700 enters retail as a capable incremental successor to the M600; dual filtration is real but requires deliberate mode management rather than delivering the set-and-forget promise the marketing implies.
Technical notes3 sections
- Commercial Launch Details
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Dolphin M700 reached retail availability in March 2024 through pool specialty channels. Model number 99996710-EU. MSRP $2,499; street pricing observed at $2,299 through pool specialty retailers at launch.
- Setup Requirements
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Manufacturer documentation specifies 40-50 minute setup including cable routing, dual filter housing insertion, and MyDolphin Pro app pairing. Both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth pairing required for full functionality including per-chamber pressure alerts.
- Filter Availability at Launch
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Replacement fine-debris filter cartridges ($40-50) and leaf-load mesh screens ($35-45) confirmed stocked at pool specialty retailers alongside the unit. Parts sourcing confirmed for launch market.
SourcesMaytronics Product Page 2024-03-20Leslie's Pool Supply 2024-03-25Overall -
Maytronics announces Dolphin M700 with dual filtration and narrowed profile
Maytronics announced the Dolphin M700 at the Pool and Spa Show in Atlantic City in January 2024, disclosing dual filtration modes (fine-debris and leaf-load), a narrower 12.6-inch chassis than the M600, and MyDolphin Pro app integration.
Full assessment
AutonomyL3 capabilities expandedReadinessPromising progress strengthenedScoreScores unchangedNo commercial release date or retail pricing was confirmed at announcement.
WatchingFor retailer stocking confirmation and final pricing before the M700 can be evaluated against the current M600 lineup.
Impact on autonomy
- Dual filtration modes add software-selectable filter feedback to grid mapping
- Navigation architecture remains gyroscope-based grid mapping at Level III
Impact on readiness
- Announced product; readiness classification deferred until commercial availability confirmed
- Dual filtration introduces mode-selection complexity not present in M600
Claim check3 claims reviewed
Dual filtration handles any pool debris type automaticallyMode selection is manual via app; no automatic debris detection. Owner must choose fine-debris or leaf-load mode each cycleNarrower profile cleans corners other pool robots miss0.8-inch narrower than M600 (12.6 vs 13.4 inches); corner reach improvement is geometry-dependent. Most residential in-ground pools have corner radius sweeps of 6-12 inches where width difference has limited impactMyDolphin Pro represents a significant app upgradeAt announcement, feature differentiation from MyDolphin Plus was limited to per-chamber pressure display and filtration mode selection. Full feature comparison awaits commercial releaseBottom lineThe M700 announcement describes incremental hardware refinements over the M600; dual filtration is the headline feature but requires manual mode management rather than autonomous adaptation.
Technical notes3 sections
- Announced Specifications
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Dimensions: 12.6 inches wide, 12.1 inches tall, 14.6 inches deep. Weight: approximately 34 lbs. Runtime: 140 minutes. Charge time: 480 minutes. Dual Li-ion battery pack, capacity not disclosed at announcement.
- Dual Filtration Architecture
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M700 includes two filter housings: a pleated fine-debris cartridge and a mesh leaf-load screen. Owner selects mode per cycle via MyDolphin Pro app. Manufacturer describes separate pressure feedback for each chamber. No autonomous mode switching disclosed.
- Connectivity
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Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity via MyDolphin Pro app. Cloud-based scheduling confirmed; remote start supported over Wi-Fi. Announced at Pool and Spa Show, Atlantic City, January 2024.
SourcesPool & Spa Show 2024 Press Coverage 2024-01-28Maytronics Press Release 2024-01-30