Hayward TigerShark QC Robotic Pool Cleaner vs Polaris VRX iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner with iAquaLink
On published specs the VRX iQ+ comes out ahead, 7.8 to 5.6. The TigerShark QC wins on no area; the VRX iQ+ on cleaning coverage, navigation, app & connectivity, pool size, warranty, ease of use. Today the TigerShark QC is $10 cheaper.
5.6
Hayward TigerShark QC Robotic Pool Cleaner
Best price $1,489 at Leslie's · value 0.3/10
7.8
Polaris VRX iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner with iAquaLink
Best price $1,499 at Leslie's · value 2.4/10
Score by area
| Area | TigerShark QC | VRX iQ+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning coverage | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| Navigation | 4.0 | 7.0 |
| Runtime | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| App & connectivity | 2.0 | 8.5 |
| Filtration | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Pool size | 5.0 | 10.0 |
| Warranty | 4.0 | 7.0 |
| Ease of use | 5.0 | 6.5 |
| Overall spec score | 5.6 | 7.8 |
Specs side by side
| Spec | TigerShark QC | VRX iQ+ |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Robotic | Robotic |
| Power | Corded | Corded |
| Navigation | Not stated | Systematic (gyro) · Sensor Nav System |
| App / connectivity | None | Wi-Fi |
| Remote | No | No |
| Floor | Yes | Yes |
| Walls | Yes | Yes |
| Waterline | Yes | Yes |
| Surface skimming | No | No |
| Steps | Not stated | Yes |
| Cable | 55 ft | 70 ft |
| Max pool size | Not stated | 60 ft long |
| Pool types | In-ground | In-ground |
| Filter | cartridge | basket |
| Weight | Not stated | Not stated |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Parks for retrieval | Not stated | Not stated |
| Caddy included | Not stated | Yes |
Rows where the two differ are shaded.
Prices
| Cleaner | Store | Checked | Buy | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward TigerShark QC Robotic Pool Cleaner HaywardCorded | 5.6 | Leslie's | $1,489 | — | today | View deal |
| Hayward TigerShark QC Robotic Pool Cleaner HaywardCorded | 5.6 | In The Swim | $1,489 | — | today | View deal |
| Hayward TigerShark QC Robotic Pool Cleaner HaywardCorded | 5.6 | Home Depotstock not in static HTML (online "buyable": true) | $1,489 | — | today | View deal |
| Hayward TigerShark QC Robotic Pool Cleaner HaywardCorded | 5.6 | INYO Pools | $1,489 | — | today | View deal |
| Polaris VRX iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner with iAquaLink PolarisCorded | 7.8 | Leslie'sAdditional $100 Off With Manufacturer Mail-In Rebate Through 12/31/2026. | $1,499 | — | today | View deal |
| Polaris VRX iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner with iAquaLink PolarisCorded | 7.8 | In The SwimAdditional $100 Off With Manufacturer Mail-In Rebate Through 12/31/2026. | $1,499 | — | today | View deal |
| Polaris VRX iQ+ Robotic Pool Cleaner with iAquaLink PolarisCorded | 7.8 | Amazon | live | — | at click | Check price |