Please recommend an Automated Pool Cleaner

[vlad7]

I've been so busy lately I cannot clean the pool every week as I should, so I'm looking for an automated pool cleanner. I have an inground pool, 14*28.

Any experiences with the Kreepy Krauly and Baracuda G4?

Thank you.

[vlad7]

anybody ?

[schirico]

Last year I had an AG pool and used a "ladybug" I loved it, but her rubber feet ketp coming off, so I wouldn't recommend it.

I had an IG kidney shaped, 16x24 built (just completed - still need decking) and it came with a Kreepy Krawly. I've used it 3 days in a row now and I"m very amazed by this device, it climbs right up the walls and is very effective.

[cgc2]

Maytronics (Dolphin).

[mbar]

I have an aquabot. It is expensive, but I love it. I have a 16 x 33 fiberglass pool, and never have to use the vacuum.

[SJohnson]

I think you'll find that many people on this forum use the dolphin by Maytronics (http://www.maytronics.com)

I went with the Hayward Phantom and it has been great thus far . . . we'll see how it lasts . . . the surface mode does a great job especially around the perimeter of the pool as it usually goes around the outside, where most of our surface junk accumulates.

-SJ

[ljh]

I got the maytronics dolphin last year - could not be happier. I throw it in at night and pull it out in the morning. Very easy to use and did a very good job. I have an inground vinyl 16 x 32.

[crazimom]

I have a Polaris 280 with a booster pump, I think it does a great job.

[cleancloths]

I've had a Polaris 380 for years and it works great - highly recommend.

[AndyG]

I fought with a Baracuda G3 for years and finally got a Dolphin Dynamic and what a difference! I can run the pool equipment less since the Dolphin filters and circulates the water, plus it costs next to nothing to operate. We'll have to see what replacement parts cost me in the long run though.

I've got a fiberglass lap pool (40x9x4) and this thing scrubs and vacuums the floor, steps and walls up to the waterline. I had thought about replacing my cartridge filter with a DE, but this things does such a great job of cleaning, I may not have to now.

I was reluctant to spend this much on a cleaner, but found www.costco.com had it and with their return policy, I had nothing to lose.