Beatbot Sora 70
#1 in CordlessFull review
The cheapest Beatbot that also skims the surface, a good fit for leafy pools up to about 3,200 sq ft. It costs half as much as the AquaSense 2 Ultra but has no AI camera.
Beatbot $1,099$1,099
The Beatbot Sora 70 is the better robotic pool cleaner overall, rated 4.3 to 3.4. The Beatbot Sora 70 leads on warranty, cleaning and value. The Beatbot Sora 70 costs $300 less ($1,099 vs $1,399).
Polaris Freedom Plus
#32 in CordlessFull review
The Freedom with a remote and charging caddy, for owners who want the easiest lift-out.
Leslie's $1,399 Walmart $1,399$1,399
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 Beatbot Sora 70 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), cleaning (Floor, walls, waterline and surface vs Floor, walls and waterline) and value ($1,099 vs $1,399).
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 | Beatbot Sora 70 | Polaris Freedom Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 36 $1,099 | 25 $1,399 |
| Cleaning 25% | 100 Floor, walls, waterline and surface | 85 Floor, walls and waterline |
| Navigation 15% | 75 Ultrasonic | 50 navigation not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 3-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
| Pool size 10% | 100 pools up to 3,230 sq ft | 50 pool size not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 10% | 100 2 of 2 | 75 3 of 4; no scheduling |
Specifications
| Beatbot Sora 70 | Polaris Freedom Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Pool | ||
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 3,229 sq ft (300 m²) | - |
| Pool types | In-ground and above-ground | In-ground |
| Surfaces | Concrete, tile, vinyl, fiberglass | All surfaces |
| Max depth | 11.5 ft | - |
| Cleaning | ||
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline and surface | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Surface skimming | Yes | No |
| Filter | 6 L basket (150 µm); optional 3 µm ultra-fine dual basket sold separately | 4 L all-purpose canister, transparent lid |
| Filter capacity | 6 L | 4 L |
| Water flow | 6,800 gal/h | - |
| Power | ||
| Power | Cordless (battery) | Cordless (battery) |
| Battery | 10,000 mAh | - |
| Run time | Up to 7 h | Up to 2 h 30 min |
| Charge time | 4 h 30 min | 5 h |
| Charging | Cable | Dock |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | Ultrasonic | - |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi |
| Scheduling | - | No |
| Retrieval | Parks at the water surface for pickup | Easy Lift via the LiFi remote, Tap & Lift, or hook |
| Caddy included | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Water resistance | IPX8 | - |
| Weight | 22.9 lb (10.5 kg) | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |