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Our pick: Dolphin Escape
Dolphin Escape is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Escape includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves. Dolphin Escape is listed $724.60 lower.
Max-Series
Dolphin Escape
Inground and above-ground pools up to 30 ft that need floor cleaning.
Polaris
Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300
Pools that need floor cleaning.
Why Dolphin Escape is our pick
Dolphin Escape
Inground and above-ground pools up to 30 ft that need floor cleaning.
$669
Buy Dolphin EscapeDolphin Escape or Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300: our take
Dolphin Escape and Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 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 Escape has a published maximum pool length of 30 ft; the other model does not have a verified length in our source material. Each cleans floor, so coverage alone does not separate them. Dolphin Escape's documented cleaning system includes 1 active brush, SmartNav 2.0 navigation, and Dual 24-volt DC motors.
Filtration and debris
Dolphin Escape has documented included filtration—MaxBin—while the other model's included media is not fully published. Dolphin Escape also has the better documented path for bulky leaves and larger debris.
Controls and day-to-day ownership
Dolphin Escape provides one-touch starts and power-supply controls; Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 provides daily scheduling. Dolphin Escape uses a 40 ft corded cable, while Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 uses a 60 ft corded cable. Dolphin Escape is listed at 14.2 lb versus 18 lb for Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300; that 3.8000000000000007 lb difference matters when lifting the robot from the pool.
Price, warranty and the decision
Dolphin Escape is listed at $669 and Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 at $1,393.60; Dolphin Escape is $724.60 less. Pool Express pick: Dolphin Escape. Dolphin Escape includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves. Dolphin Escape is listed $724.60 lower. Choose Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 when it is the better fit for pools that need floor cleaning.
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 Escape | Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cleans the pool floor | Yes | Yes |
| Climbs and cleans walls | No | No |
| Scrubs the waterline | No | No |
| Fine-debris filter included | No | No |
| Large-debris filter | YesEdge | No |
| Automatic scheduling | No | YesEdge |
| Smartphone app | No | Not listed |
| Anti-tangle swivel | No | Not listed |
| 3-year warranty | No | Not listed |
| 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 Dolphin Escape stands out
Dolphin Escape is the better fit for shoppers prioritizing the lower $669 starting price.
- Includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves
- Is listed $724.60 lower
- Weighs 14.2 lb versus 18 lb
Where Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 stands out
Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 is the better fit for pools that need floor cleaning.
- Cleans the pool floor
- 60 ft cable
Dolphin Escape vs Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 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 Escape | Polaris 9300 Sport Pool Cleaner F9300 |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Inground and above-ground pools up to 30 ft that need floor cleaning. | Pools that need floor cleaning. |
| Starting price | $669 | $1,393.60 |
| Pool type | Inground, Above-ground | Not listed |
| Maximum pool length | Up to 30 ft | Not listed |
| Cleaning coverage | Floor | Floor |
| Power | Corded | Corded |
| Filtration | MaxBin | Not listed |
| Scheduling | One-touch start | Daily schedule |
| App and remote | Power-supply controls | Not listed |
| Cable | 40 ft | 60 ft |
| Robot weight | 14.2 lb | 18 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | Not listed |
Choose Dolphin Escape
Dolphin Escape is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Escape includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves. Dolphin Escape is listed $724.60 lower.
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