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 and the WYBOT C1 are evenly matched, rated 4.1 and 4.0. The Aiper Scuba V3 leads on navigation. The WYBOT C1 wins on value. The WYBOT C1 costs $450 less ($399.99 vs $849.99).
WYBOT C1
#16 in CordlessFull review
WYBOT’s best seller and a solid value for in-ground pools up to about 1,600 sq ft that need walls and waterline cleaned.
Amazon $399.99 WYBOT $399.99$399.99
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).
- Choose the WYBOT C1 for value ($400 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 | WYBOT C1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 47 $850 | 80 $400 |
| Cleaning 25% | 85 Floor, walls and waterline | 85 Floor, walls and waterline |
| Navigation 15% | 85 AI camera | 50 Gyroscope |
| 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 1,620 sq ft |
| Features 10% | 100 3 of 3 | 67 2 of 3; no easy pickup |
Specifications
| Aiper Scuba V3 | WYBOT C1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pool | ||
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 1,614 sq ft (150 m²) | Up to 1,615 sq ft (150 m²) |
| Pool types | - | In-ground and above-ground |
| Surfaces | Concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile | Concrete, vinyl, mosaic tile |
| Max depth | - | 9.8 ft |
| 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 | Single 180 µm top-load cartridge basket |
| Filter capacity | 3.5 L | - |
| Water flow | 4,800 gal/h | 3,038 gal/h |
| Power | ||
| Power | Cordless (battery) | Cordless (battery) |
| Battery | - | 99.3 Wh, 4,600 mAh |
| Run time | Up to 3 h 30 min | Up to 2 h 40 min |
| Charge time | 5 h | 3 h |
| Charging | Wireless/inductive | Cable |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | AI camera | Gyroscope |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | - | Bluetooth |
| Scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Retrieval | Parks at the waterline for pickup and notifies the app | Parks at the pool edge for pickup |
| Build | ||
| Water resistance | - | IPX8 |
| Weight | 18.2 lb (8.2 kg) | 17.6 lb (8 kg) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |