Head-to-Head Comparison

Aiper Scuba S1 vs Dolphin E10

Our pool experts compare features, filtration, specs, and value to help you pick the right robotic pool cleaner.

Aiper Scuba S1

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Daily recharge required

$699

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Dolphin E10

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★★★★☆ 4.5 (85)

$499$699

Save $200

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Dolphin E10 or Aiper Scuba S1 — which wins?

Our Recommendations

Neither the Aiper Scuba S1 nor the Dolphin E10 is one of the cleaners our pool experts promote. Consider a proven ProLine, Max-Series, or Clear model instead — each is backed by its full manufacturer warranty and our 30-day in-pool trial.

Top RecommendationMax-Series

Dolphin Escape

★★★★☆ 4.7 (315)

$669$999

Save $330

Open Box $649 Refurbished $589

Free NanoFilter Panels with Purchase
Active Brush - Scrubs 2X Faster
2 Year Warranty
Built for Above Ground and Inground Pools Up to 33ft

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Max-Series

Dolphin Cayman

★★★★☆ 4.4 (103)

$1079$1299

Save $220

Open Box $1059 Refurbished $999

Free NanoFilter Panels with Purchase
Active Brush - Scrubs 2X Faster
2 Year Warranty
Built for Above Ground and Inground Pools Up to 33ft

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ProLine

Dolphin Quantum

★★★★☆ 4.4 (84)

$1649$1799

Save $150

Open Box $1529 Refurbished $1419

myDolphin Plus App with Weekly Timer
XXL MaxBin™ with NanoFilters
2 Year Warranty
Built for Inground & Above Ground Pools up to 50ft

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More ways to save on the Escape

Certified & warranty-backed

Save $20

Certified Open Box · $649

Save $80

Certified Refurbished · $589

More ways to save on the Cayman

Certified & warranty-backed

Save $20

Certified Open Box · $1059

Save $80

Certified Refurbished · $999

More ways to save on the Quantum

Certified & warranty-backed

Save $120

Certified Open Box · $1529

Save $230

Certified Refurbished · $1419

What Sets Them Apart

Key Differences

Scuba S1

Sold on Amazon - Not sold by Poolbots, so no 30-day in-pool trial or Poolbots support
Battery Powered - Up to 180 minutes (Auto, Floor, Wall, Scheduled); up to 270 minutes in Eco mode; recharges in about 3-4 hours
2-Year Warranty - The Dolphin Premier and Sigma carry 3 years

E10

Floor Only Coverage - Only cleans the floor
No Waterline Cleaning - Won't clean the dirtest part of your pool
No Anti-Tangle Swivel
No NanoFilters™ - Cannot clean smaller debris and algae
Overshadowed by the newer Gen 2 models with more features - such as the ProLine and Max-Series

Side by Side

Feature Comparison

The features that matter most when comparing the Aiper Scuba S1 and Dolphin E10.

Feature	Scuba S1	E10
Standard Filter
NanoFilters™
Multi-Media™
Oversized Leaf Bag
Wall Climbing
Waterline Cleaning
Hands-Off Weekly Timer
Hands-Off Daily Cleaning	Recharge daily	✓ No manual recharge
Smartphone App Control
Full Filter Indicator
Gyroscope Navigation
Dual Stabilizer
Anti-Tangle Swivel
3-Year Warranty

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Smartphone App Control

App connectivity can put scheduling, cycle selection and cleaner status on your phone, although the exact controls vary by model.

Aiper Scuba S1 includes this

Dolphin E10 does not

Warranty Coverage

A robot is only as good as its warranty. Buying through an Authorized Dealer like Poolbots gets you the full manufacturer warranty — never pro-rated or limited by cleaning cycles — plus a 30-day in-pool trial with no restocking fees. Learn more ›

Aiper Scuba S1 2-year warranty

Dolphin E10 2-year warranty

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The Details

Specifications

	Scuba S1	E10
Part Number	Scuba S1 (2026)	99996133-USF
Waterline Cleaning	Yes	No
Multi-Media®	No	No
Filters Included	—	1
Filter Cleaning	3.5 L basket, 180 μm + 3 μm MicroMesh	Top Access
Cleaning Coverage	Floor, Walls and Waterline	Floor
Cleaning Cycle	4.5 hours	1.5 hours
Number of Brushes	1	1
Cable Length	No Cable	40 ft
Anti-Tangle Swivel	—	No
Pool Types	In Ground	Above Ground
Maximum Pool Size	1,600 sq ft	30 ft
Pool Shape	Rectangle, Round, Freeform, or Kidney	Rectangle, Oval, or Freeform
Obstacles	Crosses obstacles up to 1.6 in	Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups
Surface	Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass	Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner
Media-Alert®	—	No
Hands-Off Weekly Timer	No	No
Daily Recharging Required	Yes	No
Smartphone App	Yes	No
Remote Operation	No	No
Restocking Fee	—	No
Warranty	2 Years	2 Years