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Dolphin Explorer E20 versus Dolphin Escape
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Escape or Explorer E20. Which wins?
Diving into the Escape vs Explorer E20, our pool experts distinguish the key features you'll want to look for when choosing a pool robot. That way, you can decide between the Dolphin Explorer E20 or Dolphin Escape.
Explorer E20 is missing...
No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the Explorer E20 cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →
Missing Commercial-Grade Motors
The Explorer E20 uses the standard motors, rather than utilizing the more powerful, commercial-grade motors found on the Dolphin ProLine™
No Waterline Cleaning
Without waterline cleaning, the Dolphin Explorer E20 won't clean the dirtest part of your pool. The Explorer E20 only has partial wall climbing.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →Escape's top features...
Includes MaxBin™
The Dolphin Escape utilizes MaxBin™, an oversized filter basket that is easier to clean and is 50% larger than standard cartridges.
Read About MaxBin™ →
Includes Active Scrubbing
The Dolphin Escape's Active Scrubbing spins at 2X the speed of the unit, rather than moving at the same speed - giving enchanced cleaning performance.
Includes NanoFilters™
Free with purchase at Poolbots, the Escape's NanoFilter panels snap in to clean smaller particles other cleaners will miss. Use code: DEEPCLEAN23 at checkout
Why NanoFilters are essential →Compare essential features...
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Explorer E20 | Escape | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MultiMedia | No |
No |
No |
Yes | Dual Stabilizer | No |
No |
Yes | Yes | Gyroscope | No |
No |
Yes | No |
3 Year Warranty | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| No Restocking Fee | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
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Key Differences - Why Escape Wins
Explorer E20
- 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
Escape
- MaxBin™ is larger and easier to clean than filter cartridges
- FREE NanoFilters with purchase using code at checkout: DEEPCLEAN23
- HyperBrush - Scrubs 2X the speed of standard Dolphin robots
- SmartNav 2.0 - Advanced microprocessor enables a deeper cleaning performance
- Powerful Vacuuming - Cleans leaves, twigs, bugs, sand, and more
Compare Dolphin Explorer E20 vs Dolphin Escape
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NanoFilters™
Often overlooked, having a NanoFilter™ can be the most important part of a pool robot. Without it, small microscopic particulate will pass right through the standard filters found on most robots. These highly advanced filters capture more debris than any other filter on the market, leaving you with a cleaner, happier, and healthier pool.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 does not include NanoFilters™
The Dolphin Escape has optional NanoFilters™
Standard Fine Filter
These standard filters help capture larger items such as small leaves and other debris, while maximizing flow rate. However, if your pool struggles with cloudy pool water, small algae, or sand. You many want to consider a unit with NanoFilters™.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Escape includes a standard filter.
Programmable Weekly Timer
An automatic pool cleaner should be automatic, right? With a programmable weekly timer, you can set the robot to clean at different intervals. So your pool robot can clean for you everyday of the week while you sit back and relax - without the need to manually turn it on and off everyday.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Escape does not include a weekly timer.
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| Part Number | 99996148-XP | 99996153-SPLF |
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| ASIN | B08T1MWL1V | B01I466H94 |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | MaxBin |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor and Walls | Floor |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 1.5 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 1 | 1 |
| Cable Length | 50 ft | 40 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | No | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | Above Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 33 ft | 33 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 |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Explorer E20 Review | Dolphin Escape Review |
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