Head-to-Head Comparison
Clear UV vs Dolphin Quantum
Our pool experts compare features, filtration, specs, and value to help you pick the right robotic pool cleaner.
Dolphin Quantum or Clear UV — which wins?
Our pick: the Clear UV
Diving into the Clear UV vs Dolphin Quantum, our pool experts weigh filtration, cleaning coverage, smart features, and value. For most pools, the Clear UV is the robot we recommend — and right now you save $1000.
What Sets Them Apart
Key Differences
Clear UV
- World's First Pool Robot with Built-in UV-C - Helps mitigate algae and bacteria as water flows through the cleaner
- UltraBin with 4 UltraFilter Panels - 1μm / 180μm filter precision in a single oversized basket
- Quad Motor System - Twin drive motors + twin pump motors for traction and suction
- Floor, Walls & Waterline Coverage - Active scrubbing brush plus rear brush
- Wi-Fi + Bluetooth App - Six cleaning modes, weekly timer, water temperature display, and joystick remote control
- 3 Year Warranty - Industry-leading coverage that isn't prorated
Quantum
- Includes NanoFilters™ - Captures small debris other cleaners miss
- MaxBin™ is larger and easier to clean than filter cartridges
- Waterline Cleaning - Cleans the pool floor, wall, & waterline
- Weekly Timer - Schedule the robot to automatically clean
- HyperBrush - Scrubs 2X the speed of standard Dolphin robots
- PowerJet 3D Mobility - Advanced propulsion jets power the Quantum along the waterline
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Feature Comparison
The features that matter most when comparing the Clear UV and Dolphin Quantum.
| Feature | Clear UVOur Pick | Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Filter | ||
| NanoFilters™ / UltraFilters™ | ||
| Wall Climbing | ||
| Waterline Cleaning | ||
| Programmable Weekly Timer | ||
| Gyroscope Navigation | ||
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | ||
| 3-Year Warranty |
Explained
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NanoFilters™ & UltraFilters™
Often overlooked, a NanoFilter™ can be the most important part of a pool robot. Without it, microscopic particulate — fine dust, pollen, and algae — passes right through the standard filters found on most robots. These ultra-fine filters trap that debris for a noticeably cleaner, healthier pool. The Clear UV uses UltraFilters™ — the UltraBin's ultra-fine filter panels — which are directly comparable to NanoFilters™, capturing the same fine dust, pollen, and algae for an equally clean pool. Learn more ›
Programmable Weekly Timer
An automatic pool cleaner should be automatic. A programmable weekly timer sets the robot to clean on a schedule — every day, every other day, or a few times a week — without you turning it on and off.
Anti-Tangle Cable Swivel
Say goodbye to tangled cords. An anti-tangle swivel lets the robot move 360° around your pool without the cord getting tangled, so you can sit back while it cleans. Learn more ›
Warranty Coverage
A robot is only as good as its warranty. The Clear UV is backed by a 3-year warranty, while the Dolphin Quantum carries a 2-year 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
| Clear UV | Quantum | |
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | NEW-CLEAR-UV | 99996203-SPLSW |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| Filters Included | 2 | 2 |
| Filter Cleaning | UltraBin filter basket with 4 UltraFilter panels (2 sets included; 1 pre-installed) | NanoFilter Set, Standard Filter Set, & XXL MaxBin |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline | Floor, Walls, Waterline, Ledges, Steps |
| Cleaning Cycle | 1, 2, 3 hours | 1.5, 2, 2.5 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 2 |
| Cable Length | 59 ft | 60 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | Yes |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 50 ft | 50 ft |
| Pool Shape | Rectangle, Oval, or Freeform | Rectangle, Oval, or Freeform |
| Obstacles | Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups | Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups, Steps, Ledges |
| Surface | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass |
| Media-Alert® | No | No |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Operation | Yes - Virtual Joystick in App | No |
| Restocking Fee | No | No |
| Warranty | 3 Years | 2 Years |
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