Aiper Scuba S1 vs WYBOT C2 Vision
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 26, 2026
As of Oct 26, 2026, the Aiper Scuba S1 costs $498 and the WYBOT C2 Vision costs $630, so the Aiper Scuba S1 is $132 cheaper. The WYBOT C2 Vision 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 WYBOT C2 Vision for tight budgets.
- Cleans
- Floor
- Runtime
- Up to 150 min
- Max pool
- Up to 1,600 sq ft
One of the cheapest cordless robots that still climbs walls and works the waterline, with no app to set up. The Smart Home Hookup found its coverage the best in a group test, but Reviewed needed several cycles to clear leaves. Charge it indoors or in shade and dry the port well.
Full Aiper Scuba S1 review →- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- Up to 180 min
- Max pool
- 2,152 sq ft
The lowest priced robot here, with a camera based dirt hunting mode and a finer filter than most budget cordless models. Testing was mixed: EFTM liked the cleaning but found most modes run until the battery is nearly flat, and The Pool Nerd disliked the standard C2's suction and limited timer. Note that WYBOT had a 2026 battery recall on two older models.
Full WYBOT C2 Vision review →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba S1 | WYBOT C2 Vision | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $498 | $630 |
| 3 year cost | $498 | $630 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 8.6/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #6 | #1 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Pool types | In-ground | In-ground and above-ground, all shapes; tile, concrete, vinyl, fiberglass |
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline; no surface skimming | Floor, walls, waterline |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Cordless (battery capacity not published) |
| Runtime | Up to 150 min | Up to 180 min in Eco mode (maker claim) |
| Charge time | 3 to 4 h per Reviewed | 3 h |
| Filter | 3.5 L filter basket per Reviewed | Dual: 180 µm cartridge plus 10 µm ultra fine filter |
| Max pool size | Up to 1,600 sq ft per Reviewed | Up to 2,152 sq ft |
| App | None; button selects floor, wall, auto and eco modes | WYBOT app with 8 modes, 7 paths, up to 4 scheduled cleanings a week, OTA updates; AI camera |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Weight | n/a | 17.6 lb |
| Best for | cordless cleaning on a tight budget | tight budgets |
| Skip if | your pool gets heavy leaf fall | you want a timer that runs daily |
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
WYBOT C2 Vision
- EFTM (86%): Dirt hunting mode found a placed dirt pile within 20 minutes and the pool looked very clean, but most modes ran until the battery was nearly flat, shallow steps stopped it, and the app had account and translation quirks. Source
- The Pool Nerd: Tested the standard C2, not the Vision: weaker suction than a corded Dolphin, a weekly timer capped at 180 minutes total in floor mode, and an Android login error. Rated Pool Nerd Disapproved. Source
Pros and cons
Aiper Scuba S1
Pros
- Low price for a wall climbing cordless robot
- No app or Wi-Fi needed
- Smart Home Hookup measured about 95% wall and floor coverage
- Large basket that is easy to empty
Cons
- Struggled with leaves in two tests
- Must be lifted out and recharged after each run
- Only four fixed modes
- Brand has two prior CPSC fire recalls on other models
WYBOT C2 Vision
Pros
- Lowest price on this list
- 10 µm fine filter layer
- Camera dirt hunting found a test pile fast per EFTM
- Works in above-ground pools
Cons
- Weekly timer is limited and floor only
- App and account quirks reported
- No status once submerged
- Brand had a 2026 CPSC battery recall on older models
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba S1 or the WYBOT C2 Vision?
The WYBOT C2 Vision 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 WYBOT C2 Vision for tight budgets.
Which is cheaper?
The Aiper Scuba S1 at $498, versus $630 for the WYBOT C2 Vision, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $498 vs $630.
What is the difference between the Scuba S1 and the C2 Vision?
Pool types: In-ground on the Scuba S1, In-ground and above-ground, all shapes; tile, concrete, vinyl, fiberglass on the C2 Vision. Cleans: Floor, walls and waterline; no surface skimming on the Scuba S1, Floor, walls, waterline on the C2 Vision. Runtime: Up to 150 min on the Scuba S1, Up to 180 min in Eco mode (maker claim) on the C2 Vision.
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