Head-to-Head Comparison

Polaris FREEDOM Plus vs Dolphin Wave 100

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

Polaris FREEDOM Plus

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Daily recharge required

$1995

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Dolphin Wave 100

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★★★★☆ 4.4 (7)

$4699

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Dolphin Wave 100 or Polaris FREEDOM Plus — which wins?

Our Recommendations

Neither the Polaris FREEDOM Plus nor the Dolphin Wave 100 is one of the cleaners our pool experts promote. Consider a proven ProLine, Max-Series, or Clear model instead — each is backed by its full manufacturer warranty and our 30-day in-pool trial.

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Dolphin Sigma

★★★★☆ 4.4 (178)

$2399$2999

Save $600

Open Box $2349 Refurbished $1869

Includes NanoFilters™
Control your Sigma with Siri
3 Year Warranty
Built for Inground & Above Ground pools up to 50ft

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Clear Series

Clear UV

$1999$2999

Save $1000

World's First Pool Robot with Built-in UV-C Disinfection
UltraBin Filter Basket with 4 UltraFilter Panels (1μm/180μm)
Wi-Fi + Bluetooth App Control with Weekly Timer
3 Year Warranty - Built for Pools up to 50 ft

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Clear Series

Clear S

$1749$2749

Save $1000

UltraBin Filter Basket with 4 UltraFilter Panels (1μm/180μm)
Wi-Fi + Bluetooth App Control with Weekly Timer
Built-in Water Temperature Display
3 Year Warranty - Built for Pools up to 50 ft

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Certified & warranty-backed

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Certified Open Box · $2349

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Certified Refurbished · $1869

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Feature Comparison

The features that matter most when comparing the Polaris FREEDOM Plus and Dolphin Wave 100.

Feature	FREEDOM Plus	Wave 100
Standard Filter
NanoFilters™
Multi-Media™
Oversized Leaf Bag
Wall Climbing
Waterline Cleaning
Hands-Off Weekly Timer
Hands-Off Daily Cleaning	Recharge daily	✓ No manual recharge
Smartphone App Control
Full Filter Indicator
Gyroscope Navigation
Dual Stabilizer
Anti-Tangle Swivel
3-Year Warranty

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Compare Features in Detail

Full Filter Indicator

Know exactly when it's time to clean. The power supply alerts you directly when the filter is full — no need to pull out the unit to check.

Polaris FREEDOM Plus does not

Dolphin Wave 100 includes this

Dual Stabilizer

Essential for waterline cleaning, dual stabilizers let the unit cling to the walls for a more precise, deeper clean at the waterline — with increased agility and an easy pickup handle.

Polaris FREEDOM Plus does not

Dolphin Wave 100 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 ›

Polaris FREEDOM Plus does not

Dolphin Wave 100 includes this

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 ›

Polaris FREEDOM Plus warranty varies

Dolphin Wave 100 2-year warranty

The Details

Specifications

	FREEDOM Plus	Wave 100
Part Number	—	9999096X-USW
Waterline Cleaning	—	Yes
Multi-Media®	No	No
Filters Included	—	1
Filter Cleaning	—	Bottom Access
Cleaning Coverage	—	Floor, Walls and Waterline
Cleaning Cycle	—	4, 6 hours
Number of Brushes	—	2
Cable Length	—	100 ft
Anti-Tangle Swivel	—	Yes
Pool Types	In Ground	In Ground
Maximum Pool Size	—	88 ft
Pool Shape	—	Rectangular, Free Shape, Hopper, Kidney, Zero (beach) entry
Obstacles	—	Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups
Surface	—	Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner
Media-Alert®	—	Yes
Hands-Off Weekly Timer	No	No
Daily Recharging Required	Yes	No
Smartphone App	No	No
Remote Operation	—	Yes
Restocking Fee	—	No
Warranty	—	2 Years