Quote Originally Posted by CalMan
I have the AutoPilot system (SC-36) on my pool/spa combo, but no experience with Aquarite. I have two major concerns with AutoPilot.

First, if you follow the AutoPilot suggestions regarding plumbing a pool/spa combo it's impossible to control the chlorine concentration in the pool separate from the chlorine concentration in the spa. I believe this is essential to good operation of a pool/spa and AutoPilot should address it. I was told that the Aquarite system can provide separate concentrations - check other threads in this forum for additional details.
The Aqualogic line from Goldine can do this. It combines the Aquaright with automation of the pool. Not sure if the Aquaright allows for separate chlorination settings for the pool and spa.
Second, AutoPilot's technical support is lacking. I have left one phone message and two email messages within the last two weeks, and even though they claim to answer questions in a timely manor, none of my messages were answered, neither by email or phone. This suggests to me their tech support is either overwhelmed or nonexistance.
Both are excellent units with good track records. Pool Pilot has some more 'bells and whistles' that help the unit work more effeciently once it is set up but, IMHO, it is a bit harder to set up and adjust. One feature I particularly like is the ability to calibrate the salt readout on the unit. The Goldine units are well designed and well built and, in fact, Goldline rebrands their units for other companies so there are a lot more out there under different brand names (case in point, Mineral Springs from Bioguard). You will be happy with either one. Just check out the features and download the manuals and look through them. That should help you make a decision!

Just my 2 cents!

BTW, I have an Aqualogic PS-8. There are also excellent units from WaterMaid, Zodiac (but stay away from the ones that include the Nature2 unit in it!), and several others. Stick to the major manufacturers and you will be fine!