Buying Guides

Choosing a robotic pool cleaner is mostly about matching the machine to your pool, not chasing the longest spec sheet. These guides walk you through that match step by step: corded or cordless, budget or flagship, compact above-ground models or heavy inground climbers. You will find honest breakdowns of which features earn their price, which specs are marketing noise, and where each price tier starts to cut corners. We test the claims that matter, like real runtime against advertised runtime and how much filter capacity a tree-lined yard actually needs. Start here if you are comparing models, planning a budget, or replacing a cleaner that let you down. Every recommendation explains its reasoning, so you can apply it to any brand or model year.