Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra vs Clear UV
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 12, 2026
As of Nov 12, 2026, the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra costs $2,000 and the Clear UV costs $1,999, so the Clear UV is $1 cheaper. The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra has a published review score and ranks #18 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Clear UV is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra for leafy in-ground pools. Pick the Clear UV for in-ground pools with fine debris. The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Scuba V3 Ultra | UV | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $2,000 | $1,999 | Tie |
| Runtime | 210 min (tested) | 60 min | Scuba V3 Ultra |
- You care most about runtime (210 min (tested) vs 60 min)
- Best for leafy in-ground pools
- Best for in-ground pools with fine debris
- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- Up to 8 h surface
- Max pool
- Up to 3,875 sq ft
Cordless AI camera robot for floor, walls, waterline and surface
Full Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra review, pros and cons →- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Corded
- Runtime
- Corded
- Max pool
- Pools up to 50 ft long
Corded pool robot with a built in UV-C lamp and 1 micron filter
Full Clear UV review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra | Clear UV | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,000 | $1,999 |
| 3 year cost | $2,000 | $1,999 |
| Our score | 6.3/10 | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #18 | #47 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | 3 years |
| Pool types | In-ground pools (Aiper US); concrete, fiberglass, vinyl and stone surfaces (The Gadgeteer, citing Aiper); cleans shallow areas deeper than 7.9 in (Aiper) | In-ground residential pools, working depth 2.5 to 16.4 ft (Clear) |
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline, surface and sun shelf, plus a chlorine tablet chamber (Aiper calls it 6 in 1) | Floor, walls and waterline with two active brushes; Floor only and Waterline only modes (Clear) |
| Power | Cordless, 10,400 mAh battery (PCWorld); plug free charging dock | Corded, 100 to 120 V AC in, 24 V DC to the robot, 250 W average and 320 W max; four motors, two drive and two pump (Clear) |
| Runtime | Up to 8 h surface skimming (Aiper); PCWorld measured just under 3.5 h average in comprehensive mode; The Gadgeteer measured 159 min in auto mode | Corded, so no battery limit; cycles of 1 h (Fast), 2 h (Regular, Floor, Waterline) or 3 h (Ultra), plus Custom (Clear) |
| Charge time | About 4.5 h (PCWorld, The Gadgeteer) | n/a |
| Filter | 3.5 L top load basket with MicroMesh ultra fine filter (Aiper); 180 micron basket plus 3 micron insert (The Gadgeteer, citing Aiper) | UltraFilter basket with four panels, 1 micron fine and 180 micron coarse, two sets included, replace every 3 to 6 months (Clear); The Pool Nerd notes the 1 micron rating is Clear's claim |
| Max pool size | Up to 3,875 sq ft coverage (Aiper) | Pools up to 50 ft long via a 59 ft swivel cable (Clear) |
| App | Aiper app over 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi with 10 modes including AI Patrol (PCWorld); dual front cameras spot debris and obstacles | Clear app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with weekly timer, live water temperature and remote driving (Clear) |
| Suction | 8,500 GPH dual pump (Aiper) | 8,500+ GPH rated (Clear); ActuallyUsed measured 2.09 PSI at the intake, second highest on its chart |
| Weight | 28.8 lb (Aiper); PCWorld lists 29 lb | 27.6 lb robot without cable; power supply 5.1 lb (Clear) |
| Uv | n/a | Built in UV-C lamp, on or off in the app, runs only when submerged, about 2,000 h lamp life, replaceable at home (Clear) |
| Warranty | n/a | 3 year limited, covers robot, control box, cable and UV module (Clear) |
| Best for | leafy in-ground pools | in-ground pools with fine debris |
| Skip if | you want proven, bug free software | you want a proven long term track record |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra
- PCWorld: Comprehensive mode averaged just under 3.5 h and often ended with a task failed error. Synthetic debris coverage averaged 98%. Skimming mode picked up less than half the test leaves in its 3 h default cycle. The basket hatch would not fully close and the app froze after aborted tasks. Called it a rocky work in progress and suggested the Scuba S1 Pro instead. Source
- The Gadgeteer (8.4/10): Auto mode ran 159 min, enough for a full cycle. AI Patrol steered toward debris piles but sometimes needed several passes. Wall and waterline cleaning were good, skimming was strong but loud, and shallow ledge detection struggled in cloudy water. Called it the smartest pool robot the reviewer has tested. Source
Clear UV
- The Pool Nerd: Tested for a few weeks in a test pool used for 40+ robots. Rated it Pool Nerd Approved and named it Best Newcomer, but would not rank it number 1 because long term reliability is unproven. Source
- ActuallyUsed: Measured 2.09 PSI at the intake with a manometer, second of 16 robots behind the Dolphin Premier at 2.2 PSI. Picked up leaves, sand and fine grit; filter rinsed in about a minute. Kill rate of the UV lamp was not verified. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra or the Clear UV?
The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra has a published review score and ranks #18 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Clear UV is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra for leafy in-ground pools. Pick the Clear UV for in-ground pools with fine debris.
Which is cheaper?
The Clear UV at $1,999, versus $2,000 for the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra, checked Nov 12, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $2,000 vs $1,999.
What is the difference between the Scuba V3 Ultra and the UV?
Pool types: In-ground pools (Aiper US); concrete, fiberglass, vinyl and stone surfaces (The… on the Scuba V3 Ultra, In-ground residential pools, working depth 2.5 to 16.4 ft (Clear) on the UV. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline, surface and sun shelf, plus a chlorine tablet chamber (Aiper… on the Scuba V3 Ultra, Floor, walls and waterline with two active brushes; Floor only and Waterline only modes… on the UV. Power: Cordless, 10,400 mAh battery (PCWorld); plug free charging dock on the Scuba V3 Ultra, Corded, 100 to 120 V AC in, 24 V DC to the robot, 250 W average and 320 W max; four… on the UV.
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