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Our pick: Clear S
Clear S is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Clear S adds smartphone control. Clear S is listed $250 lower.
CLEAR
Clear S
Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.
ProLine
Dolphin Premier
Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris and heavy leaves.
Why Clear S is our pick
Clear S
Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.
$1,749
Buy Clear SClear S or Dolphin Premier: our take
Clear S and Dolphin Premier 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
Both robots are intended for inground pools. Both are rated for pools up to 50 ft. Each cleans floor, walls, and waterline, so coverage alone does not separate them. Clear S lists 2 active brushes, Intelligent navigation (C9 microprocessor), and Quad (2 pump + 2 drive) motors. Dolphin Premier lists 2 active brushes, SmartNav 2.0 navigation, and Dual commercial-grade motors.
Filtration and debris
Clear S includes UltraFilter; Dolphin Premier includes Standard filter, NanoFilters, Oversized leaf bag, and Multi-Media. Both have documented fine-debris media, so basket capacity and ease of cleaning matter more than fine-particle capability. Dolphin Premier has the better documented path for bulky leaves and larger debris.
Controls and day-to-day ownership
Clear S provides a weekly timer, smartphone control, and included remote control; Dolphin Premier provides a weekly timer, power-supply controls, and optional remote control. Clear S uses a 59 ft corded cable with an anti-tangle swivel, while Dolphin Premier uses a 60 ft corded cable with an anti-tangle swivel. Clear S is listed at 27.6 lb versus 20.3 lb for Dolphin Premier; that 7.300000000000001 lb difference matters when lifting the robot from the pool.
Price, warranty and the decision
Clear S is listed at $1,749 and Dolphin Premier at $1,999; Clear S is $250 less. Each lists a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Pool Express pick: Clear S. Clear S adds smartphone control. Clear S is listed $250 lower. Choose Dolphin Premier when it is the better fit for inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris and heavy leaves.
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 | Clear S | Dolphin Premier |
|---|---|---|
| Cleans the pool floor | Yes | Yes |
| Climbs and cleans walls | Yes | Yes |
| Scrubs the waterline | Yes | Yes |
| Fine-debris filter included | Yes | Yes |
| Large-debris filter | No | YesEdge |
| Automatic scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Smartphone app | YesEdge | No |
| Anti-tangle swivel | Yes | Yes |
| 3-year warranty | Yes | Yes |
| No recharging between cycles | Yes | 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 Clear S stands out
Clear S is the better fit for shoppers prioritizing the lower $1,749 starting price.
- Adds smartphone control
- Is listed $250 lower
Where Dolphin Premier stands out
Dolphin Premier is the better fit for inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris and heavy leaves.
- Adds swappable Multi-Media filtration and an oversized leaf bag for changing debris
- Includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves
- Weighs 20.3 lb versus 27.6 lb
Clear S vs Dolphin Premier 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 | Clear S | Dolphin Premier |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris. | Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris and heavy leaves. |
| Starting price | $1,749 | $1,999 |
| Pool type | Inground | Inground |
| Maximum pool length | Up to 50 ft | Up to 50 ft |
| Cleaning coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline | Floor, Walls, Waterline |
| Power | Corded | Corded |
| Filtration | UltraFilter | Standard filter, NanoFilters, Oversized leaf bag, Multi-Media |
| Scheduling | Weekly schedule + app | Weekly schedule |
| App and remote | App + included remote | Power-supply controls |
| Cable | 59 ft with anti-tangle swivel | 60 ft with anti-tangle swivel |
| Robot weight | 27.6 lb | 20.3 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
Choose Clear S
Clear S is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Clear S adds smartphone control. Clear S is listed $250 lower.
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