Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra vs Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra costs $2,000 and the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier costs $2,499, so the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra is $499 cheaper. The Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier scores higher in our ranking (6.8 vs 6.4 out of 10). Pick the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra for leafy in-ground pools. Pick the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier for leafy in-ground pools. The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra wins 3 of 3 points we can measure.
Who wins, point by point
The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra wins 3 of 3 points we can measure. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Scuba V3 Ultra | Premier | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $2,000 | $2,499 | Scuba V3 Ultra |
| 3 year cost | $2,000 | $2,624 | Scuba V3 Ultra |
| Runtime | 210 min (tested) | 3 h | Scuba V3 Ultra |
- You want to spend less (saves $499)
- You care most about runtime (210 min (tested) vs 3 h)
- Best for leafy in-ground pools
- Best for leafy in-ground pools
- 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
- 3 h cycle
- Max pool
- 50 ft long
Corded workhorse with swappable filters for leafy in-ground pools
Full Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra | Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,000 | $2,499 |
| 3 year cost | $2,000 | $2,624 |
| Our score | 6.4/10 | 6.8/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #13 | #10 |
| 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; rectangular, round, free form, kidney |
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline, surface and sun shelf, plus a chlorine tablet chamber (Aiper calls it 6 in 1) | Floor, walls, waterline |
| Power | Cordless, 10,400 mAh battery (PCWorld); plug free charging dock | Corded |
| 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 | Default 3 h cycle; no battery |
| Charge time | About 4.5 h (PCWorld, The Gadgeteer) | None (corded) |
| Filter | 3.5 L top load basket with MicroMesh ultra fine filter (Aiper); 180 micron basket plus 3 micron insert (The Gadgeteer, citing Aiper) | Multi layer: bottom load filter bag or cartridges, fine filter kit included; full filter indicator |
| Max pool size | Up to 3,875 sq ft coverage (Aiper) | Pools up to 50 ft long |
| 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 | None; no Wi-Fi |
| Suction | 8,500 GPH dual pump (Aiper) | n/a |
| Weight | 28.8 lb (Aiper); PCWorld lists 29 lb | 20.286 lb |
| Timer | n/a | Weekly timer |
| Warranty | n/a | 3 years |
| Best for | leafy in-ground pools | leafy in-ground pools |
| Skip if | you want proven, bug free software | you want app control |
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
Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier
- Bob Vila (9/10): Cleaned light leaf litter, tile line algae and storm dirt in a Miami pool, ran quietly at about 5 cents per hour, but was heavy to lift and the caddy and remote cost extra. Source
- The Pool Nerd: Names it the author's personal favorite after testing about 30 robots, citing suction, filter choices and the 3 year warranty. Affiliate site with links to Dolphin dealers. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra or the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier?
The Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier scores higher in our ranking (6.8 vs 6.4 out of 10). Pick the Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra for leafy in-ground pools. Pick the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier for leafy in-ground pools.
Which is cheaper?
The Aiper Scuba V3 Ultra at $2,000, versus $2,499 for the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $2,000 vs $2,624.
What is the difference between the Scuba V3 Ultra and the Premier?
Pool types: In-ground pools (Aiper US); concrete, fiberglass, vinyl and stone surfaces (The… on the Scuba V3 Ultra, In-ground; rectangular, round, free form, kidney on the Premier. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline, surface and sun shelf, plus a chlorine tablet chamber (Aiper… on the Scuba V3 Ultra, Floor, walls, waterline on the Premier. Power: Cordless, 10,400 mAh battery (PCWorld); plug free charging dock on the Scuba V3 Ultra, Corded on the Premier.
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