A sensible first robot for mid-size pools whose owners want fine filtration and app scheduling for about $500. Ecovacs says it’s for daily upkeep, not heavy-duty cleaning.
Ecovacs $499.99
A strong-suction, big-basket robot for mid-size pools up to about 2,150 sq ft, with a wireless dock for easy charging. Pools that need surface skimming should look at the X1 Pro Max.
- 2,150 sq ftPool size
- To waterlineCleans
- UltrasonicNavigation
- 3 hRun time
- 2 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 21, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- 6,600 GPH suction and a 5 L basket handle sand, pebbles and leaves
- Ultrasonic sensors steer it around ladders and steps
- Wireless charging dock means no wet port to dry
- Scrubs 2 in above the waterline
- Three-hour runtime limits it to pools up to about 2,150 sq ft
- No surface skimming or published scheduling
- Heavier than Aiper’s S-series at 24 lb
- Amazon still lists the discontinued older X1, so check the version
How it scores
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Specifications
| Pool | |
|---|---|
| Pool size (rated) | Up to 2,150 sq ft (200 m²), 66 ft long |
| Surfaces | Concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile |
| Cleaning | |
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline |
| Surface skimming | No |
| Filter | Top-load 5 L multi-layer basket with MicroMesh 3 µm filter |
| Filter capacity | 5 L |
| Water flow | 6,600 gal/h |
| Power | |
| Power | Cordless (battery) |
| Battery | 7,800 mAh |
| Run time | Up to 3 h |
| Charge time | 4 h |
| Charging | Wireless/inductive |
| Navigation & app | |
| Navigation | Ultrasonic |
| App | Yes |
| Build | |
| Weight | 24.2 lb (11 kg) |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this type
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