Aiper Scuba S1 vs Aiper EcoSurfer S2
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Aiper Scuba S1 costs $498 and the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 costs $360, so the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 is $138 cheaper. The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 has a published review score and ranks #1 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Aiper Scuba S1 is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba S1 for cordless cleaning on a tight budget. Pick the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 for owners who want app scheduling. The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 wins 2 of 4 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 wins 2 of 4 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Scuba S1 | EcoSurfer S2 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $498 | $360 | EcoSurfer S2 |
| Runtime | 150 min | 35 h | EcoSurfer S2 |
| Charge time | 4 h | 6 h | Scuba S1 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
- You care most about charge time (4 h vs 6 h)
- Best for cordless cleaning on a tight budget
- You want to spend less (saves $138)
- You care most about runtime (35 h vs 150 min)
- Best for owners who want app scheduling
- Cleans
- Floor
- Runtime
- Up to 150 min
- Max pool
- Up to 1,600 sq ft
Budget cordless cleaner for floors, walls and waterline
Full Aiper Scuba S1 review, pros and cons →- Cleans
- Water surface only
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- 35 h on an adapter
Solar and plug in skimmer with app control and 35 h runtime
Full Aiper EcoSurfer S2 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba S1 | Aiper EcoSurfer S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $498 | $360 |
| 3 year cost | $498 | $360 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 9.1/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #21 | #1 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years (Aiper US store) |
| Pool types | In-ground | Regular, irregular and spa or lounger attached pools (Aiper); size limit not published |
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline; no surface skimming | Water surface only (skimmer), plus a 3 in chlorine tablet holder |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Cordless, charges by solar panel or DC adapter (Aiper); PCWorld lists a 5,200 mAh battery and 24 W panel |
| Runtime | Up to 150 min | 35 h on an adapter charge (Aiper); PCWorld saw 24 h nonstop use only about 25% of the battery |
| Charge time | 3 to 4 h per Reviewed | 4 to 6 h by adapter (Aiper); PCWorld cites about 6 h |
| Filter | 3.5 L filter basket per Reviewed | 4 L top load basket with 150 micron filter (Aiper); The Pool Nerd notes the S1 basket was 5 L |
| Max pool size | Up to 1,600 sq ft per Reviewed | n/a |
| App | None; button selects floor, wall, auto and eco modes | Aiper app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for start, schedules, remote control and history (Aiper, PCWorld); Bob Vila had trouble connecting at first |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years (Aiper store) |
| Weight | n/a | 13 lb (PCWorld) |
| Best for | cordless cleaning on a tight budget | owners who want app scheduling |
| Skip if | your pool gets heavy leaf fall | you get heavy leaf fall |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Aiper Scuba S1
- Reviewed: In a roughly 1,200 sq ft pool it climbed walls well and covered most of the pool, but left leaves behind and needed four cycles for a spotless pool; drying the charging port was a chore. Source
- The Smart Home Hookup: Ran 3 h 56 min against 150 min listed with about 95% wall and floor coverage, the best in the group, but its rear suction stirred up leaves. Source
Aiper EcoSurfer S2
- PCWorld: Cleared synthetic leaves in about 3.5 h with roughly 80% collected by the robot. 24 h of nonstop running used about 25% of the battery, and it kept a 10 h daily schedule through weeks of overcast weather. Slow, slightly underpowered, and the basket is hard to remove. Source
- Bob Vila (4.5/5): Named Best With App. Picked up leaves and bugs well and was compact, but app pairing was difficult at first and it sometimes got stuck after head on wall hits. Subscores: Ease of Use 4.3/5, Performance 5/5, Value 4/5. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba S1 or the Aiper EcoSurfer S2?
The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 has a published review score and ranks #1 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Aiper Scuba S1 is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba S1 for cordless cleaning on a tight budget. Pick the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 for owners who want app scheduling.
Which is cheaper?
The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 at $360, versus $498 for the Aiper Scuba S1, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $498 vs $360.
What is the difference between the Scuba S1 and the EcoSurfer S2?
Pool types: In-ground on the Scuba S1, Regular, irregular and spa or lounger attached pools (Aiper); size limit not published on the EcoSurfer S2. Cleans: Floor, walls and waterline; no surface skimming on the Scuba S1, Water surface only (skimmer), plus a 3 in chlorine tablet holder on the EcoSurfer S2. Power: Cordless (battery capacity not published) on the Scuba S1, Cordless, charges by solar panel or DC adapter (Aiper); PCWorld lists a 5,200 mAh… on the EcoSurfer S2.
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