Hayward SharkVac XL
#35 in CordedFull review
A full-coverage Hayward for in-ground pools up to 20 x 40 ft, including beach-entry pools.
Leslie's $1,599 Walmart $1,599$1,599
The Hayward SharkVac XL and the Hayward TigerShark are evenly matched, rated 2.9 and 2.8. The Hayward SharkVac XL leads on navigation. The Hayward TigerShark costs $170 less ($1,429 vs $1,599).
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.
Leslie's $1,429 Walmart $1,429 ePoolSupply $1,429$1,429
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 Hayward SharkVac XL for navigation (Smart steering vs Programmed pattern).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every corded robotic pool cleaner; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hayward SharkVac XL | Hayward TigerShark |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 19 $1,599 | 24 $1,429 |
| Cleaning 25% | 85 Floor, walls and waterline | 85 Floor, walls and waterline |
| Navigation 15% | 50 Smart steering | 35 Programmed pattern |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Pool size 10% | 56 pools up to 800 sq ft | 56 pools up to 800 sq ft |
| Features 10% | 0 0 of 2; no app control, caddy | 0 0 of 3; no app control, scheduling, caddy |
Specifications
| Hayward SharkVac XL | Hayward TigerShark | |
|---|---|---|
| Pool | ||
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 800 sq ft (74 m²), 40 ft long | Up to 800 sq ft (74 m²), 40 ft long |
| Pool types | In-ground | In-ground |
| Surfaces | Gunite, vinyl, fiberglass, pebble, tile | Gunite, vinyl, fiberglass, pebble |
| Cleaning | ||
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Surface skimming | No | No |
| Filter | Top-access filter with two fine-porosity elements | Cartridge filter |
| Power | ||
| Power | Corded, 55 ft cable | Corded, 55 ft cable |
| Run time | Longest cycle 3 h | Longest cycle 4 h |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | Smart steering | Programmed pattern |
| App | No | No |
| Scheduling | - | No |
| Caddy included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 21.5 lb (9.8 kg) | 21.5 lb (9.8 kg) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |