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 $849.99The Aiper Scuba V3 is the better robotic pool cleaner overall, rated 4.1 to 3.9. The Aiper Scuba V3 leads on navigation. The Aiper Scuba X1 costs $50 less ($799.99 vs $849.99).
A strong-suction, big-basket robot for mid-size pools up to about 2,150 sq ft, with a wireless dock for easy charging. Pools that need surface skimming should look at the X1 Pro Max.
Aiper $799.99Prices 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 Ultrasonic).
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 X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 47 $850 | 49 $800 |
| Cleaning 25% | 85 Floor, walls and waterline | 85 Floor, walls and waterline |
| Navigation 15% | 85 AI camera | 75 Ultrasonic |
| 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 2,150 sq ft |
| Features 10% | 100 3 of 3 | 50 too few features published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Aiper Scuba V3 | Aiper Scuba X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pool | ||
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 1,614 sq ft (150 m²) | Up to 2,150 sq ft (200 m²), 66 ft long |
| 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 5 L multi-layer basket with MicroMesh 3 µm filter |
| Filter capacity | 3.5 L | 5 L |
| Water flow | 4,800 gal/h | 6,600 gal/h |
| Power | ||
| Power | Cordless (battery) | Cordless (battery) |
| Battery | - | 7,800 mAh |
| Run time | Up to 3 h 30 min | Up to 3 h |
| Charge time | 5 h | 4 h |
| Charging | Wireless/inductive | Wireless/inductive |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | AI camera | Ultrasonic |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Scheduling | Yes | - |
| Retrieval | Parks at the waterline for pickup and notifies the app | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 18.2 lb (8.2 kg) | 24.2 lb (11 kg) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
