Bestway Flowclear AquaGlide
#40 in CordlessFull review
Only for very small flat pools up to 16 ft across. The AquaTronix G200 costs less and covers more than double the area.
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The Bestway Flowclear AquaGlide rates 2.9 among cordless robotic pool cleaners; the Hayward TigerShark rates 2.8 among corded ones. The Bestway Flowclear AquaGlide costs $1,279 less ($150 vs $1,429).
Hayward TigerShark
#37 in CordedFull 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.
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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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (cordless and corded), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Bestway Flowclear AquaGlide | Hayward TigerShark |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 100 $150 | 24 $1,429 |
| Cleaning 25% | 20 Floor only | 85 Floor, walls and waterline |
| Navigation 15% | 10 Random | 35 Programmed pattern |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 0 1-year warranty |
| Pool size 10% | 0 pools up to 220 sq ft | 56 pools up to 800 sq ft |
| Features 10% | 0 0 of 2; no app control, easy pickup | 0 0 of 3; no app control, scheduling, caddy |
Specifications
| Bestway Flowclear AquaGlide | Hayward TigerShark | |
|---|---|---|
| Pool | ||
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 215 sq ft (20 m²), 16 ft long | Up to 800 sq ft (74 m²), 40 ft long |
| Pool types | In-ground and above-ground | In-ground |
| Surfaces | - | Gunite, vinyl, fiberglass, pebble |
| Cleaning | ||
| Cleans | Floor only | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Surface skimming | No | No |
| Filter | Filter traps (0.58 gal) | Cartridge filter |
| Filter capacity | 2.2 L | - |
| Power | ||
| Power | Cordless (battery) | Corded, 55 ft cable |
| Run time | Up to 40 min | Longest cycle 4 h |
| Charge time | 6 h | - |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | Random | Programmed pattern |
| App | No | No |
| Scheduling | - | No |
| Retrieval | Retrieve with the included floating hook kit | - |
| Caddy included | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 21.5 lb (9.8 kg) |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |