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Our pick: Dolphin Wave 80
Dolphin Wave 80 is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Wave 80 is rated for pools up to 68 ft. Dolphin Wave 80 is listed $400 lower.
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Dolphin Wave 80
Commercial pools up to 68 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning.
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Dolphin Wave 90i
Commercial pools up to 65 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning.
Why Dolphin Wave 80 is our pick
Dolphin Wave 80
Commercial pools up to 68 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning.
$1,999
Buy Dolphin Wave 80Dolphin Wave 80 or Dolphin Wave 90i: our take
Dolphin Wave 80 and Dolphin Wave 90i 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 80 is rated for pools up to 68 ft; Dolphin Wave 90i is rated up to 65 ft. Each cleans floor, walls, and waterline, so coverage alone does not separate them. Dolphin Wave 80 lists CleverClean navigation and Commercial-grade motors. Dolphin Wave 90i lists Commercial-grade motors.
Filtration and debris
The available manufacturer records do not fully identify the filter media supplied with either robot, so filtration should be confirmed before ordering.
Controls and day-to-day ownership
Dolphin Wave 80 provides no fully published timer, app or remote specification; Dolphin Wave 90i provides smartphone control. Both use continuous corded power.
Price, warranty and the decision
Dolphin Wave 80 is listed at $1,999 and Dolphin Wave 90i at $2,399; Dolphin Wave 80 is $400 less. Each lists a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Pool Express pick: Dolphin Wave 80. Dolphin Wave 80 is rated for pools up to 68 ft. Dolphin Wave 80 is listed $400 lower. Choose Dolphin Wave 90i when it is the better fit for commercial pools up to 65 ft that need floor, wall and waterline 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 Wave 80 | Dolphin Wave 90i |
|---|---|---|
| Cleans the pool floor | Yes | Yes |
| Climbs and cleans walls | Yes | Yes |
| Scrubs the waterline | Yes | Yes |
| Fine-debris filter included | No | No |
| Large-debris filter | No | No |
| Automatic scheduling | Not listed | Not listed |
| Smartphone app | Not listed | Yes |
| Anti-tangle swivel | Not listed | Not listed |
| 3-year warranty | No | No |
| 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 80 stands out
Dolphin Wave 80 is the better fit for shoppers prioritizing the lower $1,999 starting price.
- Is rated for pools up to 68 ft
- Is listed $400 lower
Where Dolphin Wave 90i stands out
Dolphin Wave 90i is the better fit for commercial pools up to 65 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning.
- Has documented smartphone control
- Smartphone app control
Dolphin Wave 80 vs Dolphin Wave 90i 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 80 | Dolphin Wave 90i |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Commercial pools up to 68 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning. | Commercial pools up to 65 ft that need floor, wall and waterline cleaning. |
| Starting price | $1,999 | $2,399 |
| Pool type | Commercial | Commercial |
| Maximum pool length | Up to 68 ft | Up to 65 ft |
| Cleaning coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline | Floor, Walls, Waterline |
| Power | Corded | Corded |
| Filtration | Not listed | Not listed |
| Scheduling | Not listed | Not listed |
| App and remote | Not listed | App control |
| Cable | Not listed | Not listed |
| Robot weight | Not listed | Not listed |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Choose Dolphin Wave 80
Dolphin Wave 80 is the Pool Express pick in this matchup. Dolphin Wave 80 is rated for pools up to 68 ft. Dolphin Wave 80 is listed $400 lower.
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