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Dolphin Proteus DX3 versus Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Nautilus CC Plus or Proteus DX3. Which wins?
Diving into the Nautilus CC Plus vs Proteus DX3, 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 Proteus DX3 or Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus.
Proteus DX3 is missing...
No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the Proteus DX3 cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →
Missing Commercial-Grade Motors
The Proteus DX3 uses the standard motors, rather than utilizing the more powerful, commercial-grade motors found on the ProLine™
No Waterline Cleaning
Without waterline cleaning, the Dolphin Proteus DX3 won't clean the dirtest part of your pool. The Proteus DX3 only has partial wall climbing.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →Nautilus CC Plus is missing...
Missing MaxBin™
The Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus is missing the MaxBin™, an oversized filter basket that is easier to clean and up to 225% larger.
Read About MaxBin™ →No Waterline Cleaning
Without waterline cleaning, the Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus won't clean the dirtest part of your pool. The Nautilus CC Plus only has partial wall climbing.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →
No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the Nautilus CC Plus cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →Compare essential features...
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Proteus DX3 | Nautilus CC Plus | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | No |
No |
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 | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
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Dolphin Quantum
Features waterline cleaning, smart weekly timer, MaxBin™, NanoFilters™, and a 2 year warranty.
Dolphin Premier
Premier adds waterline cleaning, commercial grade motors, MultiMedia™, NanoFilters™, 3 year warranty + 30 Day Free Trial.
Key Differences
Proteus DX3
- 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
- Shorter Warranty - Shorter warranty compared to the Dolphin ProLine
Nautilus CC Plus
- Discontinued Unit - As of 2023, this model is discontinued. Newer units with Gen 2 Filtration available in the ProLine and Max-Series
- No Waterline Cleaning - Won't clean the dirtest part of your pool
- Utilizes the smaller Gen 1 filter cartridges, rather than utilizing the newer NanoFiltration™ or MaxBin™
- No NanoFilters™ - Nautilus CC Plus cannot clean smaller debris and algae
- Standard Brush - No HyperBrush like on similarly priced models such as Dolphin Cayman
- Overshadowed by the newer Gen 2 models with more features - such as the ProLine and Max-Series
Compare Dolphin Proteus DX3 vs Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus
| Features | Proteus DX3 | Nautilus CC Plus |
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| Leaf Bag | |
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| Wall Climbing | |
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| Waterline Cleaning | |
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| Programmable Timer | |
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| Full Filter Indicator | |
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| Gyroscope | |
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| Dual Stabilizer | |
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| 3 Year Warranty | |
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Compare Features
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 Proteus DX3 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus 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 Proteus DX3 includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus includes a weekly timer.
Anti-Tangle Cable Swivel
Say goodbye to pesky tangled cords. An anti-tangle swivel allows the robot to move 360 degrees around your pool without the cord getting tangled. So you can sit back and enjoy while your pool robot vacuums and cleans for you.
The Dolphin Proteus DX3 does not include an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus includes an anti-tangle swivel.
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| Part Number | 99996114-LES | 99996403-PCF |
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| ASIN | B083YZG3LV | B00Q8M0NWE |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor and Walls | Floor and Walls |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 1 | 2 |
| Cable Length | 50 ft | 60 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | No | Yes |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 33 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 | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner |
| Media-Alert® | No | No |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No |
Yes |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2.5 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Proteus DX3 Review | Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus Review |
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Learn more about the Dolphin Proteus DX3 and Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus in our reviews. Our in-depth pool robot reviews are written by our pool experts and will help you make an informed decision when purchasing a robotic pool cleaner for your pool. Read the Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus Review, Dolphin Proteus DX3 Review, or browser other top robotic pool cleaner reviews.
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