Dolphin E10
Score: 68/100
Hayward SharkVac
Score: 66/100Rankings
The Dolphin 500966 is a lightweight, entry-level robotic cleaner with smart navigation and a top-load filter, ideal for small above-ground pools. Its main trade-offs are the lack of wall-climbing ability and missing smart-app features. Best suited for owners who need a simple, low-maintenance floor-only solution.
The Hayward SharkVac delivers independent two-hour floor and cove cleaning with top-access filters and safety sensors. Its heavy weight and lack of wall or waterline cleaning limit versatility. Best for smaller in-ground pools needing reliable floor maintenance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 2 hoursbest | |
90 minutes | 120 minutesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.6 kgbest | 21.773 kg |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Runtime per Charge (minutes) | 90 minutes | 120 minutes |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.6 kg | 21.773 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) | 55.9×30.5×45.7 cm | 624.8×449.6×759.5 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Choose the 500966 for a lower-cost basic model; choose the E10 if you want a newer version with similar capabilities.
