Aiper Scuba V3
#13 in CordlessFull review
For small-to-mid-size pools whose owners want AI debris targeting and self-scheduling without paying flagship prices. Big or leafy pools need a larger basket and battery.
Amazon $949.99 Aiper $849.99$849.99
The Aiper Scuba V3 is the better robotic pool cleaner overall, rated 4.1 to 4.0. The Aiper Scuba V3 leads on navigation. The Aiper Scuba S3 wins on value. The Aiper Scuba S3 costs $200 less ($649.99 vs $849.99).
Aiper Scuba S3
#19 in CordlessFull review
A light, mid-priced robot for small-to-mid-size in-ground pools that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning. For a little more, the Scuba V3 adds AI debris detection and a wireless dock.
Amazon $699.99 Aiper $649.99$649.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Aiper Scuba V3 for navigation (AI camera vs Gyroscope + sensors).
- Choose the Aiper Scuba S3 for value ($650 vs $850).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cordless robotic pool cleaner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Aiper Scuba V3 | Aiper Scuba S3 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 47 $850 | 59 $650 |
| Cleaning 25% | 85 Floor, walls and waterline | 85 Floor, walls and waterline |
| Navigation 15% | 85 AI camera | 50 Gyroscope + sensors |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
| Pool size 10% | 100 pools up to 1,610 sq ft | 100 pools up to 1,610 sq ft |
| Features 10% | 100 3 of 3 | 100 2 of 2 |
Specifications
| Aiper Scuba V3 | Aiper Scuba S3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pool | ||
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 1,614 sq ft (150 m²) | Up to 1,614 sq ft (150 m²) |
| Pool types | - | In-ground |
| Surfaces | Concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile | Concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile |
| Cleaning | ||
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Surface skimming | No | No |
| Filter | Top-load 3.5 L MicroMesh multi-layer basket, 2 µm | Top-load 3.5 L dual-layer basket (180 µm + 3 µm) |
| Filter capacity | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Water flow | 4,800 gal/h | 4,800 gal/h |
| Power | ||
| Power | Cordless (battery) | Cordless (battery) |
| Run time | Up to 3 h 30 min | Up to 4 h |
| Charge time | 5 h | 4 h |
| Charging | Wireless/inductive | - |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | AI camera | Gyroscope + sensors |
| App | Yes | - |
| Scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Retrieval | Parks at the waterline for pickup and notifies the app | Parks at the waterline for pickup |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 18.2 lb (8.2 kg) | 18 lb (8.2 kg) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |