Head-to-Head Comparison
Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra vs Dolphin Liberty 200
Our pool experts compare features, filtration, specs, and value to help you pick the right robotic pool cleaner.
Dolphin Liberty 200
Daily recharge requiredDolphin Liberty 200 or Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra — which wins?
Our Recommendations
Neither the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra nor the Dolphin Liberty 200 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.
Dolphin Quantum
Open Box $1529Refurbished $1419
- myDolphin Plus App with Weekly Timer
- XXL MaxBin™ with NanoFilters
- 2 Year Warranty
- Built for Inground & Above Ground Pools up to 50ft
Dolphin Cayman
Open Box $1059Refurbished $999
- Free NanoFilter Panels with Purchase
- Active Brush - Scrubs 2X Faster
- 2 Year Warranty
- Built for Above Ground and Inground Pools Up to 33ft
Dolphin Premier
Open Box $1949Refurbished $1499
- ProLine™ Commercial-Grade Motors
- Leaf Bag, NanoFilters, & More Included
- 3 Year Warranty
- Built for Inground & Above Ground pools up to 50ft
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Key Differences
Scuba V3 Ultra
- Sold on Amazon - Not sold by Poolbots, so no 30-day in-pool trial or Poolbots support
- Battery Powered - Up to 8 hours of surface cleaning per charge (floor-mode run time not published)
- 2-Year Warranty - The Dolphin Premier and Sigma carry 3 years
Liberty 200
- No Waterline Cleaning - Won't clean the dirtest part of your pool
- Cordless Model - Decent solution if no power near pool, but fails in other areas
- Short Batterly Life - Must be recharged after every 1.5hr cycle
- No NanoFilters™ - Fails to capture smaller debris and algae
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Feature Comparison
The features that matter most when comparing the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra and Dolphin Liberty 200.
| Feature | Scuba V3 Ultra | Liberty 200 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Filter | ||
| NanoFilters™ | ||
| Multi-Media™ | ||
| Oversized Leaf Bag | ||
| Wall Climbing | ||
| Waterline Cleaning | ||
| Hands-Off Weekly Timer | ||
| Hands-Off Daily Cleaning | Recharge daily | Recharge daily |
| 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.
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 ›
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The Details
Specifications
| Scuba V3 Ultra | Liberty 200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Scuba V3 Ultra | 99998100-US |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| Filters Included | — | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | 3.5 L top-load basket, 180 μm + 3 μm MicroMesh | Filter Basket |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline, Surface and Sun Shelf | Floor and Walls |
| Cleaning Cycle | 8 hours | 1.5 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 1 |
| Cable Length | No Cable | No Cable |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | — | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground & Above Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 3,875 sq ft | 50 ft |
| Pool Shape | Rectangle, Round, Freeform, or Kidney | Rectangle, Oval, or Freeform |
| Obstacles | Camera and ultrasonic obstacle detection; steps, ladders, drains | Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups |
| Surface | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass |
| Media-Alert® | — | No |
| Hands-Off Weekly Timer | No | No |
| Daily Recharging Required | Yes | Yes |
| Smartphone App | Yes | No |
| Remote Operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | — | No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
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