Best Suction Pool Cleaners

Updated February 2019
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The Pool Cleaner Automatic Suction Pool Vacuum
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A two-wheel drive that can clean pools of up to up to 16’ x 32’ in size.

Pros

Self-adjusting turbine vanes provide maximum power at any flow and allow passage of large debris. Tire treads enhance climbing and obstacle management. Adjustable roller skirt optimizes suction on uneven surfaces. Multiple pre-programmed internal steering sequences ensure full pool coverage.

Cons

It needs brushes to clean something other than leaves.

Baracuda
Zodiac MX8 Suction-Side Cleaner
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Has Cyclonic Vacuum technology for suctioning maximum debris, maintaining maximum cleaning power.

Pros

Has X-Drive technology for advanced dual navigation for best pool coverage with no hang ups. Cleans floor, walls, and waterline of any size or shape pool. X-Trax tires offer maneuverability and climbing performance, even in tight corners and vertical walls. Efficient power source.

Cons

The treads wear sooner than other models.

Best Bang for the Buck
INTEY
Pool Cleaner
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Designed to suck up dirt, sand, and other types of small debris in your pool.

Pros

Scrub function wipes out algae and bacteria with transparent cabin and 12 hoses made of premium ABS material. Made of material with high elasticity and elastic recovery performance. Materials are durable and long-lasting.

Cons

Does not have as much suction as other models.

Dolphin Quantum
Robotic Inground Pool Cleaner
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A top-tier pool suction vacuum with the largest top-leading cartridge ever in a pool robot.

Pros

Has massive 400 sq. in. top-loading cartridge filter and Hypergrip Continuous Rubber. Tracks allow for top wall climbing. Variable Micron Filtration traps the smallest debris and algae. Has SmartNav 2.0 Efficient Robotic Navigation. Offers a deep clean and good mobility.

Cons

It has no wireless capacity, unlike other models.

Pentair
Rebel Automatic Suction Pool Cleaner
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Has a sure flow turbine design for clear passage of dirt and debris to avoid clogging.

Pros

Advanced hydraulic design works with variable speed pumps at lower speeds. Dual action roller skirt cleans and overcomes obstacles. Programmed cleaning cycle offers continuous and thorough cleaning. Has compact, two-wheel design for maneuverability.

Cons

Buying this product online only gives you a 60-day warranty.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

36 Models Considered
9 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
319 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Why trust BestReviews?
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.

If you want something that cleans your pool continuously, consider a suction pool cleaner. This type of cleaner moves throughout your pool, suctioning debris and algae from its floor and sides. It will have wheels or tracks to help it move along pool surfaces. Before you buy, consider the programmability of any suction pool cleaner you’re considering. Some offer more control over the cleaning cycle than others. Maneuverability is also important for the cleaner to be able to reach all parts of your pool efficiently. These machines should be able to climb the sides of your pool walls as well as roll along the bottom of the pool.

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Poolvergnuegen

The Pool Cleaner Automatic Suction Pool Vacuum

Poolvergnuegen

The Pool Cleaner Automatic Suction Pool Vacuum

A two-wheel drive that can clean pools of up to up to 16’ x 32’ in size.
$373
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Baracuda

Zodiac MX8 Suction-Side Cleaner

Baracuda

Zodiac MX8 Suction-Side Cleaner

Has Cyclonic Vacuum technology for suctioning maximum debris, maintaining maximum cleaning power.
$445
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INTEY

Pool Cleaner

INTEY

Pool Cleaner

Designed to suck up dirt, sand, and other types of small debris in your pool.
$85
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Dolphin Quantum

Robotic Inground Pool Cleaner

Dolphin Quantum

Robotic Inground Pool Cleaner

A top-tier pool suction vacuum with the largest top-leading cartridge ever in a pool robot.
$1097
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Pentair

Rebel Automatic Suction Pool Cleaner

Pentair

Rebel Automatic Suction Pool Cleaner

Has a sure flow turbine design for clear passage of dirt and debris to avoid clogging.
$472

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