# Aiper Scuba V3 vs Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Aiper Scuba V3 costs $900 and the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra costs $2,699, so the Aiper Scuba V3 is $1,799 cheaper. The Aiper Scuba V3 has a published review score and ranks #7 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba V3 for midsize in-ground pools with fine debris. Pick the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra for large pools with surface debris.

Prices checked Nov 4, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/aiper-scuba-v3-vs-beatbot-aquasense-2-ultra/

## Side by side

| | Aiper Scuba V3 | Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $900 | $2,699 |
| 3 year cost | $900 | $2,699 |
| Our score | 7.7/10 | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #7 | #36 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years full replacement |
| Pool types | In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile | In-ground and above-ground; concrete, vinyl, fiberglass, tile, stainless steel; saltwater under 5,000 ppm; depth 1.31 to 9.84 ft |
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline; no surface skimming | Floor, walls, waterline, water surface, plus water clarification |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Cordless, 13,400 mAh lithium-ion |
| Runtime | Up to 180 min, 210 min in ECO mode | Up to 10 h surface, 5 h floor, 4.5 h walls and waterline (maker claim) |
| Charge time | 5 h | About 4.5 h |
| Filter | 3.5 L top load basket with multi layer MicroMesh ultra fine filter | Two layer 150 µm and 250 µm, dual baskets of 4.0 L and 3.7 L |
| Max pool size | Up to 1,614 sq ft | Maker lists 3,444 sq ft per cycle in its FAQ and 3,875 sq ft pool floor in its spec table |
| App | Aiper app to start, retrieve and get alerts; AI camera with VisionPath path planning | Beatbot app over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth; AI camera mapping with 27 sensors; app works only when robot is at the surface |
| Weight | 18.2 lb | 29.1 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Best for | midsize in-ground pools with fine debris | large pools with surface debris |
| Skip if | your pool is over 1,600 sq ft | you want to lift under 20 lb |

## What reviewers found

### Aiper Scuba V3

- Bob Vila (4.5/5): About a month in a Florida pool: it identified debris and drove to it, pickup of algae and fine debris was excellent, and retrieval was easy; no surface skimming and premium price when not on sale. [Source](https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/aiper-scuba-v3-review/)
- The Smart Home Hookup: Passed the 8 inch sun shelf test and praised debris detection, but even with the secondary filter it struggled with sending fine silt into the water column. [Source](https://www.thesmarthomehookup.com/products/aiper-scuba-v3/)

### Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra

- Reviewed: Did an excellent job on bottom and sides and left clear water, but could not clean the shallow tanning area or Baja shelf, lost Wi-Fi underwater, and its near 30 lb weight was hard to haul. [Source](https://reviewed.com/home-outdoors/content/beatbot-aquasense-ultra-2-review)
- Android Authority: Editor's Choice; pulled more debris, including small rocks, from an already clean pool than other robots tested. Downsides were bulk, price, and one failed charge due to wet contacts. [Source](https://androidauthority.com/beatbot-aquasense-2-ultra-review-3545525)
- The Pool Nerd: Named best cordless pick in its 2026 roundup but still labeled it Pool Nerd Disapproved, citing mesh filtration at flagship price and the daily charge and haul routine. The site prefers corded robots and earns affiliate commissions. [Source](https://www.thepoolnerd.com/best-cordless-robotic-pool-cleaners)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Aiper Scuba V3 or the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra?

The Aiper Scuba V3 has a published review score and ranks #7 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba V3 for midsize in-ground pools with fine debris. Pick the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra for large pools with surface debris.

### Which is cheaper?

The Aiper Scuba V3 at $900, versus $2,699 for the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $900 vs $2,699.

### What is the difference between the Scuba V3 and the AquaSense 2 Ultra?

Pool types: In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile on the Scuba V3, In-ground and above-ground; concrete, vinyl, fiberglass, tile, stainless steel… on the AquaSense 2 Ultra. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline; no surface skimming on the Scuba V3, Floor, walls, waterline, water surface, plus water clarification on the AquaSense 2 Ultra. Power: Cordless (battery capacity not published) on the Scuba V3, Cordless, 13,400 mAh lithium-ion on the AquaSense 2 Ultra.

Full reviews: [Aiper Scuba V3](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/aiper-scuba-v3/index.md), [Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/beatbot-aquasense-2-ultra/index.md)