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Robotic pool cleaner comparison

Aquabot REVA vs Dolphin T25

A side-by-side comparison of pool fit, cleaning coverage, filtration, controls and the better Pool Express option.

Aquabot REVA Dolphin T25
Better alternative

A stronger Pool Express option

Aquabot REVA and Dolphin T25 are compared feature by feature below. For a stronger Pool Express option, consider Dolphin Quantum. Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.

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Buying guidance

Aquabot REVA or Dolphin T25: our take

Aquabot REVA and Dolphin T25 are compared on pool fit, cleaning reach, debris handling, controls and ownership details. The recommendation is based on the job the robot must do—not a simple feature count.

Pool fit and cleaning reach

Aquabot REVA is intended for inground pools, while Dolphin T25 is intended for inground and above-ground pools. Dolphin T25 has a published maximum pool length of 33 ft; the other model does not have a verified length in our source material. Aquabot REVA cleans floor, walls, and waterline; Dolphin T25 cleans floor and walls. Aquabot REVA lists Gyroscope navigation. Dolphin T25 lists 1 active brush.

Filtration and debris

Dolphin T25 has documented included filtration—Basket and UltraFilter—while the other model's included media is not fully published. Dolphin T25 has the clearer documented edge for fine silt, pollen and sand. Dolphin T25 has the better documented path for bulky leaves and larger debris.

Controls and day-to-day ownership

Aquabot REVA provides smartphone control; Dolphin T25 provides a weekly timer and power-supply controls.

Price, warranty and the decision

Aquabot REVA is listed at $499 and Dolphin T25 at $849; Aquabot REVA is $350 less. Each lists a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Aquabot REVA and Dolphin T25 each have a specific fit, but neither is the Pool Express pick for this job. Our better alternative is Dolphin Quantum. Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.

Feature check: what each robot actually has

A green check means the feature is documented as included. A red X means it is documented as absent. A dash means the source does not make the feature clear.

Feature Aquabot REVA Dolphin T25
Cleans the pool floor Yes Yes
Climbs and cleans walls Yes Yes
Scrubs the waterline YesEdge No
Fine-debris filter included No YesEdge
Large-debris filter No YesEdge
Automatic scheduling Not listed Yes
Smartphone app YesEdge No
Anti-tangle swivel Not listed Not listed
3-year warranty No No
No recharging between cycles Not listed Yes
Built-in UV-C water treatment No No

Unknown is not treated as “no.” Specifications come from the product pages, current catalog records and manufacturer material collected for this site.

Where Aquabot REVA stands out

Aquabot REVA is the better fit for shoppers prioritizing the lower $499 starting price.

  • Cleans the floor, walls and waterline instead of stopping below the tile line
  • Adds smartphone control
  • Is listed $350 lower

Where Dolphin T25 stands out

Dolphin T25 is the better fit for inground and above-ground pools up to 33 ft that need floor and wall cleaning, with fine debris.

  • Includes filtration for sand, pollen and other fine debris
  • Includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves

Aquabot REVA vs Dolphin T25 specifications

Use pool fit first. Price and app control do not make up for a robot that cannot cover the length or surfaces you need cleaned.

Specification Aquabot REVA Dolphin T25
Best fit Inground pools that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning. Inground and above-ground pools up to 33 ft that need floor and wall cleaning, with fine debris.
Starting price $499 $849
Pool type Inground Inground, Above-ground
Maximum pool length Not listed Up to 33 ft
Cleaning coverage Floor, Walls, Waterline Floor, Walls
Power Not listed Corded
Filtration Not listed Basket, UltraFilter
Scheduling Not listed Weekly schedule
App and remote App control Power-supply controls
Cable Not listed 50 ft
Robot weight Not listed 15 lb
Warranty 2 years 2 years
Final call

Consider the stronger Pool Express option

Aquabot REVA and Dolphin T25 are compared feature by feature below. For a stronger Pool Express option, consider Dolphin Quantum. Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.

Buy Dolphin Quantum

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