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Our pick: Dolphin Quantum
Dolphin Quantum is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Quantum uses the high-capacity XXL MaxBin for easier top-load debris handling. Dolphin Quantum includes filtration for sand, pollen and other fine debris.
EON
Dolphin EON 100
Inground and above-ground pools up to 50 ft with steps, benches or tanning ledges that need whole-pool cordless cleaning, with a two-year warranty.
ProLine
Dolphin Quantum
Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.
Why Dolphin Quantum is our pick
Dolphin Quantum
Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.
$1,649
Buy Dolphin QuantumDolphin EON 100 or Dolphin Quantum: our take
Dolphin EON 100 and Dolphin Quantum 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
Dolphin EON 100 is intended for inground and above-ground pools, while Dolphin Quantum is 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. Dolphin EON 100 lists SmartMap navigation. Dolphin Quantum lists 2 active brushes, SmartNav 2.0 navigation, and Dual DC motors.
Filtration and debris
Dolphin EON 100 includes Basket; Dolphin Quantum includes XXL MaxBin and NanoFilters. Dolphin Quantum has the clearer documented edge for fine silt, pollen and sand.
Controls and day-to-day ownership
Dolphin EON 100 provides a weekly timer and smartphone control; Dolphin Quantum provides a weekly timer, smartphone control, and included remote control. Dolphin EON 100 uses cordless battery power, while Dolphin Quantum uses a 60 ft corded cable with an anti-tangle swivel. Dolphin EON 100 is listed at 22.1 lb versus 18.3 lb for Dolphin Quantum; that 3.8000000000000007 lb difference matters when lifting the robot from the pool.
Price, warranty and the decision
Each lists a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Pool Express pick: Dolphin Quantum. Dolphin Quantum uses the high-capacity XXL MaxBin for easier top-load debris handling. Dolphin Quantum includes filtration for sand, pollen and other fine debris. Choose Dolphin EON 100 when it is the better fit for owners who value cordless handling more than automatic scheduling and continuous power.
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 | Dolphin EON 100 | Dolphin Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Cleans the pool floor | Yes | Yes |
| Climbs and cleans walls | Yes | Yes |
| Scrubs the waterline | Yes | Yes |
| Fine-debris filter included | No | YesEdge |
| Large-debris filter | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic scheduling | Yes | Yes |
| Smartphone app | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-tangle swivel | Not listed | Yes |
| 3-year warranty | No | No |
| No recharging between cycles | No | YesEdge |
| 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 Dolphin EON 100 stands out
Dolphin EON 100 is the better fit for owners who value cordless handling more than automatic scheduling and continuous power.
- Cleans floor, walls, waterline, steps and 8 in ledges
- Cordless, up to a week of cleaning per charge
Where Dolphin Quantum stands out
Dolphin Quantum is the better fit for inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris.
- Uses the high-capacity XXL MaxBin for easier top-load debris handling
- Includes filtration for sand, pollen and other fine debris
- Runs from continuous plug-in power without a recharge between cycles
- Weighs 18.3 lb versus 22.1 lb
Dolphin EON 100 vs Dolphin Quantum 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 | Dolphin EON 100 | Dolphin Quantum |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Inground and above-ground pools up to 50 ft with steps, benches or tanning ledges that need whole-pool cordless cleaning, with a two-year warranty. | Inground pools up to 50 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning, with fine debris. |
| Starting price | See product | $1,649 |
| Pool type | Inground, Above-ground | Inground |
| Maximum pool length | Up to 50 ft | Up to 50 ft |
| Cleaning coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline | Floor, Walls, Waterline |
| Power | Cordless | Corded |
| Filtration | Basket | XXL MaxBin, NanoFilters |
| Scheduling | Weekly schedule + app | Weekly schedule + app |
| App and remote | App control | App + included remote |
| Cable | Cordless | 60 ft with anti-tangle swivel |
| Robot weight | 22.1 lb | 18.3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Choose Dolphin Quantum
Dolphin Quantum is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Quantum uses the high-capacity XXL MaxBin for easier top-load debris handling. Dolphin Quantum includes filtration for sand, pollen and other fine debris.
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