Head-to-Head Comparison
Dolphin Active 20 vs Aquabot Spirt
Our pool experts compare features, filtration, specs, and value to help you pick the right robotic pool cleaner.
Aquabot Spirt or Dolphin Active 20 — which wins?
Our pick: the Aquabot Spirt
Diving into the Dolphin Active 20 vs Aquabot Spirt, our pool experts weigh filtration, cleaning coverage, smart features, and value. For most pools, the Aquabot Spirt is the robot we recommend.
Shop the Aquabot SpirtWhat Sets Them Apart
Key Differences
Active 20
- 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
- Shorter Warranty - Shorter warranty compared to the Dolphin ProLine
Spirt
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Feature Comparison
The features that matter most when comparing the Dolphin Active 20 and Aquabot Spirt.
| Feature | Active 20 | SpirtOur Pick |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Filter | ||
| Wall Climbing | ||
| Waterline Cleaning | ||
| Programmable Weekly Timer | ||
| Anti-Tangle Swivel |
Explained
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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. 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 ›
The Details
Specifications
| Active 20 | Spirt | |
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | 99996203-USW | — |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| Filters Included | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Dual Filter Cartridges |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | Floor |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | — |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | — |
| Cable Length | 60 ft | 40ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 40 ft | 40 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 |
| Surface | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass |
| Media-Alert® | No | No |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | No |
| Remote Operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No | No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
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