Both Dolphin Sigma robotic pool cleaner and Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner deliver great cleaning performance and amazing features so much so that they make into the list of the best pool cleaners available in the market. Having said that, if you are to make a choice between the two, how would you go about making a decision? To make it easy for you, we have listed down everything that you need to know about them that’ll help you in making a smart decision. Read on to know more about them.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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PARAMETER |
DOLPHIN SIGMA |
POLARIS F9550 |
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Product dimensions (in inches) |
23 x 19.5 x 13.5 |
22 x 22 x 22 |
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Weight of the item |
35 pounds |
43.6 pounds |
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Transformer |
No |
Yes |
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Number of brushes |
2 |
2 |
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Ideal for pool size |
Up to 50 feet |
Up to 60 feet |
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Ideal for pool type |
Gunite / plaster, Vinyl, Fiberglass |
All floor types (gunile, tile, plaster, etc.) |
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Self-propulsion |
No |
Yes |
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Swivel cable |
Yes |
No |
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Programmable timer |
Yes |
Yes |
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Dirty canister indicator |
No |
Yes |
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Remote control |
Yes |
Yes |
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Advanced navigation |
Yes |
Yes |
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Filter type |
Fine and ultra-fine |
Fine |
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Filter description |
Top load |
Top load |
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Cleaning cycle |
2-2.5 hours |
1.5 to 2.5 hours |
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Gyroscope |
Yes |
No |
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Waterline scrubbing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Easy lift system |
No |
Yes |
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Cable length |
60 feet |
70 feet |
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Caddy included |
No |
Yes |
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Warranty period |
3 years |
2 years |
FEATURES
- FILTERS: Needless to say, how well the filters of the pool cleaners are able to capture the dirt and debris is an important parameter that people look for while buying. The Dolphin Sigma robotic pool cleaner is equipped with two large top-loading cartridge filters that maintain higher flow rates and suction while cleaning. These filters seamlessly capture fine and ultra-fine debris thus leaving your pool sparkling clean in no time. When it comes to Polaris F9550 Sport robotic pool cleaner, it has a top-loading large capacity filter canister that traps and collects all the dirt, leaves, insects, etc. Not just that, it is super easy to clean this canister. What can be better than the debris being removed from the filter by simply shaking and spraying? Also, there’s an indicator as well that tells the user that the canister is dirty. Can it get any better?
- BRUSHES: Dolphin Sigma is equipped with two brushes that are capable of cleaning tiles, removing algae and bacteria from the floor efficiently. Scrubbing even the toughest pool surfaces that too with pinpoint precision is one feature that Dolphin Sigma is known for. On the other hand, Polaris F9550 Sport robotic pool cleaner boasts of two rubber bladed brush rollers that make use of ‘Vortex Vacuum Technology’ with the help of which it is possible to capture debris that is 4 times of what other pool cleaners are capable of capturing. Both these pool cleaners are capable of waterline scrubbing as well. This pool cleaner is also equipped with a 4-wheel drive technology with the help of which the Aqua-Trax tires clean the floor and wall exceptionally well.
- PROPULSION: The Polaris F9550 pool cleaner exhibits rear water propulsion system that propels the robot to forward thereby allowing it to easily get hold of debris under the stairs as well as tight corners. On the contrary, there is no such feature in Dolphin Sigma.
- POOL TYPE AND SIZE: Both the robotic pool cleaners are suitable for all pool types like vinyl, Gunite, Fiberglass, etc. Polaris F9550 pool cleaner can work well for pool size up to 60 feet whereas in case of Dolphin Sigma, the ideal pool size is 50 feet.
- ANTI-TANGLING SWIVEL CABLE: The Dolphin Sigma robotic pool cleaner has this remarkable feature of “anti-tangling swivel cable” that offers great mobility thereby allowing the robot to move freely in the pool. However, this feature is absent in case of Polaris F9550 pool cleaner.
- PROGRAMMABLE TIMER: The Dolphin Sigma cleaner boast of “Smart control weekly timer” feature with the help of which it is possible to set weekly schedule timer – daily, 2x per week, or 3x per week and see your pool getting cleaned automatically. On the same lines, Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner is equipped with a 7-day programmable timer and that too with fully customizable cleaning cycles. With just a simple setting, you can clean the pool as frequently as you like and eliminates the necessity of remembering the schedule as well. How amazing is that?
- REMOTE CONTROL: Both the pool cleaners can be controlled with the help of a remote. Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner comes with a feature of motion sensing as well.
- NAVIGATION SYSTEM: Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner has this amazing feature of “ActivMotion Sensor Technology” that assures the user of an unmatchable navigation. This feature claims to automatically the position of the robot at any instant and ensure complete cleaning coverage. And talking about Dolphin Sigma, it uses a “Smart Nav technology” that assures highly optimized scanning and coverage. It also has an additional feature of “Gyroscope mobility system” that targets orientation as well as tilt. The gyroscope monitors angular velocity around the 3 axis of rotation namely – roll, pitch and yaw, thereby ensuring improved performance.
- EASY LIFT SYSTEM: One of the best features about Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner is the “easy lift system”. This feature makes the retrieving process easy. All that you have to do is press and hold the “lift system” button. After doing so, you’ll see the cleaner turning counter-clockwise. Once you find the robot facing the wall from where you want to retrieve it, release the button. The robot will climb the wall and wait at the waterline until you remove it. This makes it easier than ever to lift the cleaner from the pool. However, you’ll not find this feature in Dolphin Sigma robotic pool cleaner.
DOLPHIN SIGMA PROS & CONS
POLARIS F9550 PROS & CONS
CONCLUSION
Both, Polaris F9550 and Dolphin Sigma offer exceptional features and a great cleaning experience. If you are looking for some advanced features and a pool cleaner with that is robust enough to deal with debris of all sizes and types and comparatively a larger pool size, then a better alternative would be Polaris F9550. If you are looking for a pool cleaner that provides you with good cleaning experience but lacks features like caddy, easy to lift feature, 7-day timer, propulsion, etc., then Dolphin Sigma will not disappoint you at all.
FAQs | Must Read
- What to do if the pool cleaner is not travelling sideways on walls?
In such a situation, adjust the diagonal angle of the handle.
- What makes my robot to not sink in the water?
If your robotic pool cleaner is not sinking in water, make sure that the brushes are well soaked.
- After how long will should the filters be cleaned?
Filters should be thoroughly cleaned using a chemical once per pool season and replace every 3-5 years.
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