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Robotic pool cleaner comparison

Dolphin Nautilus AG vs Niya Tracker 25

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

Dolphin Nautilus AG Niya Tracker 25
Better alternative

A stronger Pool Express option

Dolphin Nautilus AG and Niya Tracker 25 are compared feature by feature below. For a stronger Pool Express option, consider Dolphin Escape. Inground and above-ground pools up to 30 ft that need floor cleaning.

A better alternative

What we recommend instead

Buying guidance

Dolphin Nautilus AG or Niya Tracker 25: our take

Dolphin Nautilus AG and Niya Tracker 25 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 above-ground pools. Dolphin Nautilus AG is rated for pools up to 30 ft; Niya Tracker 25 is rated up to 26 ft. Each cleans floor, so coverage alone does not separate them. Dolphin Nautilus AG lists 1 active brush and CleverClean navigation. Niya Tracker 25 lists Sonar navigation and Brushless motors.

Filtration and debris

Both models include Basket.

Controls and day-to-day ownership

Both models provide one-touch starts and power-supply controls. Dolphin Nautilus AG uses continuous corded power, while Niya Tracker 25 uses cordless battery power. Dolphin Nautilus AG is listed at 14.6 lb versus 10 lb for Niya Tracker 25; that 4.6 lb difference matters when lifting the robot from the pool.

Price, warranty and the decision

Dolphin Nautilus AG is listed at $568 and Niya Tracker 25 at $379; Niya Tracker 25 is $189 less. Dolphin Nautilus AG lists a 1-year warranty compared with 1.5 years for Niya Tracker 25. Dolphin Nautilus AG and Niya Tracker 25 each have a specific fit, but neither is the Pool Express pick for this job. Our better alternative is Dolphin Escape. Inground and above-ground pools up to 30 ft 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 Nautilus AG Niya Tracker 25
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 Yes Yes
Automatic scheduling No No
Smartphone app No No
Anti-tangle swivel No Not listed
3-year warranty No No
No recharging between cycles YesEdge No
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 Nautilus AG stands out

Dolphin Nautilus AG is the better fit for pools up to 30 ft.

  • Is rated for pools up to 30 ft
  • Runs from continuous plug-in power without a recharge between cycles

Where Niya Tracker 25 stands out

Niya Tracker 25 is the better fit for shoppers prioritizing the lower $379 starting price.

  • Carries a 1.5-year warranty instead of 1 years
  • Is listed $189 lower
  • Weighs 10 lb versus 14.6 lb

Dolphin Nautilus AG vs Niya Tracker 25 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 Nautilus AG Niya Tracker 25
Best fit Above-ground and small inground pools up to 30 ft that need the floor vacuumed. Above-ground pools up to 26 ft that need the floor cleaned without a cord.
Starting price $568 $379
Pool type Above-ground Above-ground
Maximum pool length Up to 30 ft Up to 26 ft
Cleaning coverage Floor Floor
Power Corded Cordless
Filtration Basket Basket
Scheduling One-touch start One-touch start
App and remote Power-supply controls Power-supply controls
Cable Not listed Cordless
Robot weight 14.6 lb 10 lb
Warranty 1 years 1.5 years
Final call

Consider the stronger Pool Express option

Dolphin Nautilus AG and Niya Tracker 25 are compared feature by feature below. For a stronger Pool Express option, consider Dolphin Escape. Inground and above-ground pools up to 30 ft that need floor cleaning.

Buy Dolphin Escape

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