If you are in the market for a Robotic Pool Cleaner, chances are you’ve come across the new cordless options. Every manufacturer has one, but are they worth the money and do they actually make cleaning your pool easier?
Cordless V’s Corded, Pro’s and Cons
Corded
A traditional Robotic Pool Cleaner typically comes with a floating cable of around 18 meters, enough for most backyard pools. These cables feature a swivel connection to prevent tangling and connect the robot to the control system.
Pro’s
High performance motors allow for high suction
Unrestricted run times
Easy to remove from the pool using the cable
Always connected to WiFi
Larger debris basket capacity
Cheaper to service and will last longer
Can be used over and over again without needing to remove from the pool.
Con’s
Cable can be considered unsightly
Cordless
Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaners are smaller than their corded predecesers and designed for lighter duties.
Pro’s
No unsightly cable
Have to be removed from the pool so less exposure to damaging water chemistry.
Con’s
Not suitable for large pools
Smaller size restricts debris collecting capacity
Battery requires charging after each use
Battery requires replacement after 3 years
Difficult to remove from the pool
Conclusion
Overall the removal of the cord on a robotic pool cleaner leaves you with a less capable and more expensive Robotic Pool Cleaner when it comes to the full lifetime of the robot. Replacement batteries are expensive and the performance of the robot will likley deteriorate as the battery ages. Compare that to a traditional robot that will work tirelessley for years, the cable is in our opinion a feature that whilst unsightly, gives the best value for money. There are also new cable options on the market that allow the cable to be connected inside the pool, giving the best of both worlds.