Dolphin Proteus DX3
Score: 74/100
iGarden K36
Score: 79/100Rankings
The iGarden K36 is a cordless robotic pool cleaner with strong 3D navigation and a long 220-minute floor-only runtime. Its main trade-offs are a heavy water-filled weight and occasional connectivity hiccups. Best suited for owners of smaller inground or above-ground pools who value smart scheduling and fine-debris filtration.
The Dolphin Proteus DX3 offers wall-climbing, smart navigation and a powerful 4000 gph suction for comprehensive cleaning of pools up to 33 ft. It falls short on advanced scheduling, app integration and waterline scrubbing. Ideal for budget-conscious homeowners who need floor and wall cleaning without smart-home features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
120 minutes | 220 minutesbest | |
— | 180 µmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.703 kgbest | 9.795 kg |
— | 4 Lbest | |
2 yearsbest | — | |
— | 2 itemsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Runtime per Charge (minutes) | 120 minutes | 220 minutes |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.703 kg | 9.795 kg |
Dimensions (L×W×H) | 44.7×32.5×56.4 cm | Length: 489.0 mm, Width: 388.7 mm, Height: 240.0 mm |
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Industry listings and retailer copy present the Proteus DX3 as a solid entry-level robotic cleaner, praising its lightweight build, strong suction, and straightforward plug-and-play operation, while consistently noting the missing smart features such as timers, app control, and waterline scrubbing as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers commend the K36 for its lightweight build, effective fine-debris filtration, and robust 3D navigation with a turbo boost for stubborn stains. However, they caution that the heavy water-filled weight, occasional connectivity hiccups, and reliance on future firmware for full wall cleaning are drawbacks.
There are currently no consumer reviews or user‑generated feedback available, so everyday user sentiment cannot be assessed at this time.
