Aiper Scuba S1 vs Wybot C2
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Aiper Scuba S1 costs $498 and the Wybot C2 costs $500, so the Aiper Scuba S1 is $2 cheaper. Pick the Aiper Scuba S1 for cordless cleaning on a tight budget. Pick the Wybot C2 for fine debris in smaller pools. They split the points we can measure, 1 each.
Who wins, point by point
They split the points we can measure, 1 each. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Scuba S1 | C2 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $498 | $500 | Tie |
| Runtime | 150 min | 60 min (tested) | Scuba S1 |
| Charge time | 4 h | 3 h | C2 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
- You care most about runtime (150 min vs 60 min (tested))
- Best for cordless cleaning on a tight budget
- You care most about charge time (3 h vs 4 h)
- Best for fine debris in smaller pools
- 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
- Floor
- Runtime
- Up to 180 min in Eco
- Max pool
- Up to 2,152 sq ft
Budget cordless robot with a 10 µm ultra fine net
Full Wybot C2 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba S1 | Wybot C2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $498 | $500 |
| 3 year cost | $498 | $500 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #21 | #22 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Pool types | In-ground | Above-ground and in-ground, all shapes (Wybot) |
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline; no surface skimming | Floor, walls, waterline, steps and slopes; 7 modes and 6 paths (Wybot) |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Cordless, brushless triple motor, up to 3,592 GPH (Wybot); battery capacity not published |
| Runtime | Up to 150 min | Up to 180 min in Eco mode (Wybot); The Pool Nerd measured about 60 min in Turbo and shorter runs in wall modes; Bob Vila saw about 2 h of battery life |
| Charge time | 3 to 4 h per Reviewed | 3 h (Wybot, The Pool Nerd) |
| Filter | 3.5 L filter basket per Reviewed | 180 µm cartridge plus 10 µm ultra fine net, 3 L capacity (Wybot) |
| Max pool size | Up to 1,600 sq ft per Reviewed | Up to 2,152 sq ft (Wybot) |
| App | None; button selects floor, wall, auto and eco modes | Wybot app with remote control, OTA updates and up to 4 scheduled cycles a week; The Pool Nerd found settings cannot change while it is underwater and hit an Android login error |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years plus 30 day returns (Wybot) |
| Weight | n/a | 17.6 lb (Wybot); 17 lb (The Pool Nerd) |
| Best for | cordless cleaning on a tight budget | fine debris in smaller pools |
| Skip if | your pool gets heavy leaf fall | you want daily automatic cleaning |
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
- Bob Vila: Named Best for Fine Debris in a hands on roundup; about 2 h of battery life against a 185 min table figure, with ratings of 4.8 for ease of use, 4.5 for performance and 4 for value. Source
- The Pool Nerd: Labeled Pool Nerd Disapproved. In an 8 x 20 ft pool it ran 180 min floor only but about 60 min in Turbo, needed about 3 h to recharge after each cycle, and its weekly timer caps total runtime at 180 min. Suction of 3,592 GPH trailed corded Dolphin rivals. The site prefers corded robots. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba S1 or the Wybot C2?
Pick the Aiper Scuba S1 for cordless cleaning on a tight budget. Pick the Wybot C2 for fine debris in smaller pools.
Which is cheaper?
The Aiper Scuba S1 at $498, versus $500 for the Wybot C2, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $498 vs $500.
What is the difference between the Scuba S1 and the C2?
Pool types: In-ground on the Scuba S1, Above-ground and in-ground, all shapes (Wybot) on the C2. Cleans: Floor, walls and waterline; no surface skimming on the Scuba S1, Floor, walls, waterline, steps and slopes; 7 modes and 6 paths (Wybot) on the C2. Power: Cordless (battery capacity not published) on the Scuba S1, Cordless, brushless triple motor, up to 3,592 GPH (Wybot); battery capacity not published on the C2.
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