Aiper Scuba S3

Last updated: October 21, 2026

Aiper Scuba S3
4.0/5#19 of 42 in cordless pool cleaners
4.0

A light, mid-priced robot for small-to-mid-size in-ground pools that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning. For a little more, the Scuba V3 adds AI debris detection and a wireless dock.

  • 1,610 sq ftPool size
  • To waterlineCleans
  • Gyroscope + sensorsNavigation
  • 4 hRun time
  • 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$699.99Check price at Aiper$649.99

Price checked October 21, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • 4,800 GPH suction and dual brushes for in-ground pools up to about 1,600 sq ft
  • 3 µm fine filter traps silt and pollen as well as leaves
  • Parks at the waterline when done, so retrieval is easy
  • Light at 18 lb, so it’s easy to lift with one hand
Cons
  • Rated for in-ground pools only
  • Small 3.5 L basket for leafy pools
  • No skimming and no camera navigation
  • Aiper doesn’t publish battery capacity, charging method or depth

How it scores

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Specifications

Pool
Pool size (rated)Up to 1,614 sq ft (150 m²)
Pool typesIn-ground
SurfacesConcrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile
Cleaning
CleansFloor, walls and waterline
Surface skimmingNo
FilterTop-load 3.5 L dual-layer basket (180 µm + 3 µm)
Filter capacity3.5 L
Water flow4,800 gal/h
Power
PowerCordless (battery)
Run timeUp to 4 h
Charge time4 h
Navigation & app
NavigationGyroscope + sensors
SchedulingYes
RetrievalParks at the waterline for pickup
Build
Weight18 lb (8.2 kg)
Warranty2 years

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