Head-to-Head Comparison

Dolphin Proteus DX5i vs Aquabot REVA

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

Dolphin Proteus DX5i

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (41)

$1399

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Our Top Pick

Aquabot REVA

$499$1499

Save $1000

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Aquabot REVA or Dolphin Proteus DX5i — which wins?

Our pick: the Aquabot REVA

Diving into the Dolphin Proteus DX5i vs Aquabot REVA, our pool experts weigh filtration, cleaning coverage, smart features, and value. For most pools, the Aquabot REVA is the robot we recommend — and right now you save $1000.

Side by Side

Feature Comparison

The features that matter most when comparing the Dolphin Proteus DX5i and Aquabot REVA.

Feature	Proteus DX5i	REVAOur Pick
Standard Filter
Wall Climbing
Waterline Cleaning
Programmable Weekly Timer
Anti-Tangle Swivel

Explained

Compare Features in Detail

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 Proteus DX5i includes this

Aquabot REVA includes this

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 Proteus DX5i includes this

Aquabot REVA 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 Proteus DX5i 2-year warranty

Aquabot REVA 2-year warranty

The Details

Specifications

	Proteus DX5i	REVA
Part Number	99996212-LSWIF	—
Waterline Cleaning	Yes	Yes
Multi-Media®	No	No
Filters Included	1	2
Filter Cleaning	Top Access	Oversized Filter Basket
Cleaning Coverage	Floor, Walls and Waterline	Floor, Walls, Waterline
Cleaning Cycle	2 hours	1.5 hours
Number of Brushes	2	-
Cable Length	60 ft	60ft
Anti-Tangle Swivel	Yes	No
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
Surface	Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner	Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass
Media-Alert®	No	No
Automated Weekly Timer	Yes	Yes
Remote Operation	No	No
Restocking Fee	No	No
Warranty	2 Years	2 Years