Dolphin E10
Score: 68/100
Pool Blaster CX-300
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Pool Blaster CX-300 is a cordless robotic cleaner with strong suction and wall-climbing ability, ideal for pools up to 150 m². Its heavier weight and occasional runtime reductions are notable trade-offs. Best for homeowners who prioritize cordless convenience and robust cleaning over ultra-light portability.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
90 minutes | 120 minutesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.6 kgbest | 7.805 kg |
— | 3best | |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest | |
— | 1 itemsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Runtime per Charge (minutes) | 90 minutes | 120 minutes |
Features(1) | ||
Wall Climbing | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.6 kg | 7.805 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) | 55.9×30.5×45.7 cm | Width: 250.2 mm, Height: 384.2 mm, Length: 352.0 mm |
Professional reviewers and the manufacturer stress the high efficiency of the CX-300, noting its powerful 7,200 gal/hr suction, cordless low-power operation, and wall-climbing navigation as standout features. However, experts caution that warranty details are inconsistently presented and the unit's weight may be a drawback compared with lighter rivals.
Everyday users generally praise the cordless convenience, strong suction, and wall-climbing capability, especially for sandy or silty pools. Recurring themes include appreciation for the fine-mesh filter and the retrieval hook, while common complaints focus on the robot's heavy weight and occasional runtime reduction in heavily soiled water.
Choose the 500966 for a lower-cost basic model; choose the E10 if you want a newer version with similar capabilities.
