Dolphin Nautilus AG Above-Ground Robotic Pool Cleaner vs Polaris PIXEL Compact Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner
On published specs the Nautilus AG comes out ahead, 5.3 to 4.3. The Nautilus AG wins on navigation, runtime, warranty; the PIXEL on ease of use. Today the PIXEL is $19 cheaper.
5.3
Dolphin Nautilus AG Above-Ground Robotic Pool Cleaner
Best price $568 at Maytronics Dolphin (US) · value 4.1/10
4.3
Polaris PIXEL Compact Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner
Best price $549 at Leslie's · value 1.0/10
Score by area
| Area | Nautilus AG | PIXEL |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning coverage | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Navigation | 7.0 | 4.0 |
| Runtime | 8.5 | 5.5 |
| App & connectivity | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Filtration | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Pool size | 6.4 | 6.4 |
| Warranty | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Ease of use | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Overall spec score | 5.3 | 4.3 |
Specs side by side
| Spec | Nautilus AG | PIXEL |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Robotic | Robotic |
| Power | Corded | Cordless |
| Navigation | Systematic (gyro) · CleverClean | Not stated |
| App / connectivity | None | None |
| Remote | No | No |
| Floor | Yes | Yes |
| Walls | No | No |
| Waterline | No | No |
| Surface skimming | No | No |
| Steps | Not stated | Not stated |
| Cable | Not stated | — |
| Max pool size | 30 ft long | 30 ft long |
| Pool types | Above-ground | Above-ground, In-ground |
| Filter | basket | basket |
| Weight | 14.6 lb | Not stated |
| Warranty | 1 year | Not stated |
| Parks for retrieval | Not stated | No |
| Caddy included | No | No |
| Runtime | — | 90 min |
| Charge time | — | 3 h |
Rows where the two differ are shaded.
Prices
| Cleaner | Store | Checked | Buy | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris PIXEL Compact Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner PolarisCordless | 4.3 | Leslie'sAdditional $50 Off With Manufacturer Mail-In Rebate Through 12/31/2026. | $549 | — | today | View deal |
| Polaris PIXEL Compact Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner PolarisCordless | 4.3 | In The SwimAdditional $50 Off With Manufacturer Mail-In Rebate Through 12/31/2026. | $549 | — | today | View deal |
| Dolphin Nautilus AG Above-Ground Robotic Pool Cleaner Maytronics DolphinCorded | 5.3 | Maytronics Dolphin (US) | $568 | — | today | View deal |
| Dolphin Nautilus AG Above-Ground Robotic Pool Cleaner Maytronics DolphinCorded | 5.3 | Amazon | live | — | at click | Check price |
| Polaris PIXEL Compact Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner PolarisCordless | 4.3 | Amazon | live | — | at click | Check price |