Head-to-Head Comparison

Dolphin Premium vs Aquabot X2

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

Dolphin Premium

$1399

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Our Top Pick

Aquabot X2

$497$799

Save $302

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Aquabot X2 or Dolphin Premium — which wins?

Our pick: the Aquabot X2

Diving into the Dolphin Premium vs Aquabot X2, our pool experts weigh filtration, cleaning coverage, smart features, and value. For most pools, the Aquabot X2 is the robot we recommend — and right now you save $302.

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Feature Comparison

The features that matter most when comparing the Dolphin Premium and Aquabot X2.

Feature	Premium	X2Our Pick
Standard Filter
Wall Climbing
Waterline Cleaning
Programmable Weekly Timer
Anti-Tangle Swivel

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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.

Dolphin Premium includes this

Aquabot X2 does not

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 ›

Dolphin Premium includes this

Aquabot X2 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 ›

Dolphin Premium 2-year warranty

Aquabot X2 2-year warranty

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The Details

Specifications

	Premium	X2
Part Number	99996211-PRI	—
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	3 hours
Number of Brushes	2	1
Cable Length	60 ft	40ft
Anti-Tangle Swivel	Yes	No
Pool Types	In Ground	In Ground
Maximum Pool Size	50 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