If you are planning to buy a good robotic pool cleaner, then Polaris as a brand must have surely come to your mind. Having said that, which one to choose from the number of options available is still a tough decision to make. Well, not an issue anymore for we’ll make it easy for you. Two of the highest ranked robotic pool cleaners – Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner and Polaris F9450 sport robotic pool cleaner are worth every penny. Which one to go with, is what you can decide after getting to know about them in detail. Keep reading and get rid of the confusion!
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PARAMETER |
POLARIS F9550 |
POLARIS F9450 |
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Product dimensions (in inches) |
22 x 22 x 22 |
22 x 18.5 x 22 |
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Weight of the item |
43.6 pounds |
43.6 pounds |
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Number of brushes |
2 |
1 |
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Ideal for pool size |
Up to 60 feet |
Up to 50 feet |
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Ideal for pool type |
All floor types (gunite, tile, plaster, etc.) |
All floor types (gunite, tile, plaster, etc.) |
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Pool type |
In-ground |
In-ground |
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Vortex vacuum technology |
Yes |
Yes |
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Drive type |
4 wheel drive |
4 wheel drive |
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Programmable timer |
Yes |
Yes |
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Easy clean filter canister |
Yes |
Yes |
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Dirty canister indicator |
Yes |
No |
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Remote control |
Yes |
No |
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Advanced navigation |
Yes |
Yes |
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ActivMotion sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
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Filter type |
Fine |
Fine |
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Filter description |
Top load |
Top load |
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Cleaning cycle |
1.5 to 2.5 hours |
1.5 to 2.5 hours |
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Gyroscope |
No |
No |
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Waterline scrubbing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Easy lift system |
Yes |
Yes |
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Cable length |
70 feet |
60 feet |
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Caddy included |
Yes |
Yes |
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Warranty period |
2 years |
2 years |
FEATURES
- FILTER: No matter how many and what kind of features the pool cleaner has to offer, unless and until the quality of filter is good, it is just not possible to get the desired cleaning performance. With that being said, both Polaris F9450 and Polaris F9550 boast of a top-loading large capacity filter canister that traps and collects all the dirt, leaves, insects, etc. Also, both these pool cleaners are equipped with Vortex Vacuum Technology. This technology enables the cleaners to clean without losing suction. Not just that, it is super easy to clean the filter canister of both these robotic pool cleaners. Also, what can be better than the debris being removed from the filter by simply shaking and spraying? This additional feature is offered by both of them. However, the dirty canister indicator is featured only by Polaris F9550 and not Polaris F9450.
- BRUSHES: 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. Polaris F9450 also works on the same lines apart from the fact that it has just one brush to do the scrubbing. In addition to this, both these robotic pool cleaners possess 4-wheel drive technology with the help of which the Aqua-Trax tires clean the floor and wall exceptionally well. Both these pool cleaners are capable of waterline scrubbing as well.
- 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 Polaris F9450, the ideal pool size is 50 feet.
- PROGRAMMABLE TIMER: Both Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner and Polaris F9450 sport robotic pool cleaner are equipped with a 7-day programmable timer and that too with fully customizable cleaning cycles. With just one simple setting, you can clean the pool as frequently as you like. This also eliminates the necessity of remembering the cleaning schedule. Can it get any better than this?
- EASY LIFT SYSTEM: One of the best features about Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner and Polaris F9450 sport robotic pool cleaner is the “easy lift system” that surely makes them stand out from the rest. This feature makes the retrieving process exceptionally easy. Wondering how? Well, 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. How amazing is that?
- ACTIVMOTION SENSOR: This feature that is present in both the pool cleaners from Polaris assures the user of an unmatchable navigation. It claims to automatically sense the position of the robot at any instant and ensure complete cleaning coverage.
- OTHER FEATURES: Both the pool cleaners come with a caddy, are almost of the same size, have the same warranty period. Also, Polaris F9550 sport robotic pool cleaner has a remote control feature but Polaris F9450 sport robotic pool cleaner doesn’t support this feature.
POLARIS F9450 PROS & CONS
POLARIS F9550 PROS & CONS
CONCLUSION
No wonder, both these pool cleaners from Polaris are surely worth investing in. In addition to providing exceptional cleaning performance, both F9550 and F9550 have almost similar features to offer – which are great, undoubtedly. The parameters on which you can decide as to which one to purchase could be features like remote control, dirty canister indicator, the pool size for which you want to buy the cleaner, cable length, etc. Apart from this, almost everything is similar between the two.
FAQs (Must Read)
- 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.
- Why is the cable twisting every now and then?
In a situation like this, make sure that the filter cartridge is clean and that there are no obstructions in the pool. Also, ensure to remove excess cable from the pool. One should also make it a point to lay the cable in sun periodically
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