Hayward Pool Cleaners Ranked

Last updated: October 21, 2026

5 Hayward pool cleaners ranked. Each one is scored and ranked against every brand in its type, so "#3 mid-size" means third of all mid-size pool cleaners here, not third among Hayward's own.

Hayward makes 5 current pool cleaners: 5 corded. Prices run from $1,199 for the Hayward SharkVac to $1,599 for the Hayward SharkVac XL. Its best-rated model: the Hayward R130 (#13 of 42 corded, rated 3.6). Navigation: Gyroscope or sensors, fixed pattern. 4 of them clean the waterline. Warranties run from 1 to 2 years.

Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Hayward pool cleaners 5

  1. Hayward R130
    #13 corded3.6Full review

    Hayward’s newer, lighter robot for in-ground or above-ground pools up to 50 ft, with a weekly timer.

    ePoolSupply $1,251.95
    $1,251.95
    50 ftTo waterlineGyroscope or sensors2 yr
  2. Hayward SharkVac XL
    #32 corded3.0Full review

    A full-coverage Hayward for in-ground pools up to 20 x 40 ft, including beach-entry pools.

    Leslie's $1,599 Walmart $1,599
    $1,599
    40 ftTo waterlineGyroscope or sensors1 yr
  3. Hayward TigerShark QC
    #34 corded3.0Full review

    The TigerShark with a quick 90-minute cycle, worth the small premium for most buyers.

    Leslie's $1,489 Walmart $1,489 ePoolSupply $1,489
    $1,489
    40 ftTo waterlineFixed pattern1 yr
  4. Hayward TigerShark
    #38 corded2.8Full review

    A long-standing full-coverage robot for in-ground pools up to 20 x 40 ft, for owners who are not in a hurry.

    Leslie's $1,429 Walmart $1,429 ePoolSupply $1,429
    $1,429
    40 ftTo waterlineFixed pattern1 yr
  5. Hayward SharkVac
    #41 corded2.6Full review

    Hayward’s floor-only robot, for in-ground pools where walls are kept clean another way.

    Leslie's $1,199 Walmart $1,199 ePoolSupply $1,199
    $1,199
    40 ftFloor onlyGyroscope or sensors1 yr

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