We tapped pool experts and analyzed dozens of models to select the 8 best robotic pool cleaners in 2026. Each one is powerful, efficient and user-friendly.

We tested 20 robot vacuums in our test pool. Here are the 8 best pool cleaners for in-ground and above-ground pools.

Two years of strong suction and no hiccups, this workhorse vacuum has earned a spot as my permanent pool cleaner.

Maytronics has unveiled the Dolphin EON line at CES 2026, introducing what the company claims is the first robotic pool cleaner capable of tackling shallow areas with just 8 inches of water. For pool ...

Cleaning your pool is a necessary and frequent chore, but it doesn’t have to cut down on your swimming time. A good robotic pool cleaner can make it easy to maintain your backyard swimming hole by ...

Keeping a pool clean is no small task, but the best pool vacuums make the process a whole lot easier. Whether you’re dealing with leaves, sand or dirt, an effective pool cleaner takes the hassle out ...

Maytronics is showing an expanded line of Dolphin robotic pool cleaners at CES this week. The Dolphin Eon series promises to work in shallow water—areas with as little as 8 inches of coverage—making ...

If you have a slightly smaller pool, this $500 model has many of the same benefits for a fraction of the price. I have a lot of opinions when it comes to the right pool robot vacuum, having gone ...

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We chose Hayward’s The PoolCleaner as our best overall pick for several reasons, not the least of which is its mid-range price, which puts it within reach of many pool owners. Content Director Nicole ...