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Our pick: Dolphin Wave 100
Dolphin Wave 100 is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Wave 100 cleans the floor, walls and waterline instead of stopping below the tile line. Dolphin Wave 100 is listed $5,800 lower.
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Dolphin Wave 100
Commercial pools up to 88 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning.
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Dolphin Wave 200 XL
Commercial pools up to 127 ft in daily use that need floor cleaning with fine filtration.
Why Dolphin Wave 100 is our pick
Dolphin Wave 100
Commercial pools up to 88 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning.
$4,699
Buy Dolphin Wave 100Dolphin Wave 100 or Dolphin Wave 200 XL: our take
Dolphin Wave 100 and Dolphin Wave 200 XL 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 commercial pools. Dolphin Wave 100 is rated for pools up to 88 ft; Dolphin Wave 200 XL is rated up to 127 ft. Dolphin Wave 100 cleans floor, walls, and waterline; Dolphin Wave 200 XL cleans floor. Dolphin Wave 100's documented cleaning system includes Gyroscope navigation and Commercial-grade motors.
Filtration and debris
Dolphin Wave 100 includes Standard filter; Dolphin Wave 200 XL includes Basket. Dolphin Wave 200 XL has the better documented path for bulky leaves and larger debris.
Controls and day-to-day ownership
Dolphin Wave 100 provides no fully published timer, app or remote specification; Dolphin Wave 200 XL provides one-touch starts and included remote control. Dolphin Wave 100 uses a 100 ft corded cable, while Dolphin Wave 200 XL uses a 140 ft corded cable with an anti-tangle swivel.
Price, warranty and the decision
Dolphin Wave 100 is listed at $4,699 and Dolphin Wave 200 XL at $10,499; Dolphin Wave 100 is $5,800 less. Dolphin Wave 100 lists a 2-year warranty compared with 3 years for Dolphin Wave 200 XL. Pool Express pick: Dolphin Wave 100. Dolphin Wave 100 cleans the floor, walls and waterline instead of stopping below the tile line. Dolphin Wave 100 is listed $5,800 lower. Choose Dolphin Wave 200 XL when it is the better fit for pools up to 127 ft.
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 Wave 100 | Dolphin Wave 200 XL |
|---|---|---|
| Cleans the pool floor | Yes | Yes |
| Climbs and cleans walls | YesEdge | No |
| Scrubs the waterline | YesEdge | No |
| Fine-debris filter included | No | No |
| Large-debris filter | No | YesEdge |
| Automatic scheduling | Not listed | No |
| Smartphone app | Not listed | Not listed |
| Anti-tangle swivel | Not listed | Yes |
| 3-year warranty | No | YesEdge |
| 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 Wave 100 stands out
Dolphin Wave 100 is the better fit for shoppers prioritizing the lower $4,699 starting price.
- Cleans the floor, walls and waterline instead of stopping below the tile line
- Is listed $5,800 lower
Where Dolphin Wave 200 XL stands out
Dolphin Wave 200 XL is the better fit for pools up to 127 ft.
- Includes a large-debris bin or bag for leaves
- Carries a 3-year warranty instead of 2 years
- Is rated for pools up to 127 ft
Dolphin Wave 100 vs Dolphin Wave 200 XL 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 Wave 100 | Dolphin Wave 200 XL |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Commercial pools up to 88 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning. | Commercial pools up to 127 ft in daily use that need floor cleaning with fine filtration. |
| Starting price | $4,699 | $10,499 |
| Pool type | Commercial | Inground |
| Maximum pool length | Up to 88 ft | Up to 127 ft |
| Cleaning coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline | Floor |
| Power | Corded | Corded |
| Filtration | Standard filter | Basket |
| Scheduling | Not listed | One-touch start |
| App and remote | Not listed | Not listed |
| Cable | 100 ft | 140 ft with anti-tangle swivel |
| Robot weight | Not listed | 57.3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
Choose Dolphin Wave 100
Dolphin Wave 100 is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Wave 100 cleans the floor, walls and waterline instead of stopping below the tile line. Dolphin Wave 100 is listed $5,800 lower.
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