# Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max vs Beatbot Sora 70

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max costs $1,700 and the Beatbot Sora 70 costs $1,429, so the Beatbot Sora 70 is $271 cheaper. The Beatbot Sora 70 has a published review score and ranks #9 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max for large in-ground pools wanting skimming too. Pick the Beatbot Sora 70 for pools with sun shelves and steps.

Prices checked Nov 4, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-max-vs-beatbot-sora-70/

## Side by side

| | Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max | Beatbot Sora 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,700 | $1,429 |
| 3 year cost | $1,700 | $1,429 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 7.3/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #35 | #9 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Pool types | In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile | In-ground and above-ground, any shape; concrete, tile, vinyl, fiberglass; saltwater under 5,000 ppm; infinity pools; depth 0.7 to 11.5 ft |
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline and surface skimming | Floor, walls, waterline, water surface, and platforms as shallow as 8 in (at least 3.3 by 3.3 ft) |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Cordless, 10,000 mAh lithium-ion |
| Runtime | Up to 300 min floor cleaning, 600 min surface skimming | Up to 7 h surface, up to 5 h floor (maker claim) |
| Charge time | 4 h | About 4.5 h with 65 W charger |
| Filter | 5 L top load basket, 180 micron main filter plus 3 micron ultra fine filter | 6 L basket, 150 µm filter included; optional 3 µm ultra fine filter sold separately |
| Max pool size | Up to 3,230 sq ft, 100 ft long | Up to 3,229 sq ft cleaning coverage |
| App | Aiper app; underwater control needs the optional HydroComm Pro | Beatbot app (Android, iOS, Apple Watch) over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth; surface remote control and one tap retrieval |
| Suction | 8,500 gph | n/a |
| Weight | About 33 lb dry | 22.9 to 23.1 lb (maker lists both) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Sensors | n/a | 18 sensors including 2 ultrasonic |
| Best for | large in-ground pools wanting skimming too | pools with sun shelves and steps |
| Skip if | you cannot lift about 33 lb | your pool is often neglected or green |

## What reviewers found

### Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max

- Digital Trends: Editors' Choice. Floor and wall cleaning was about 90% effective and it never got stuck, with stronger suction than a Beatbot AquaSense Pro; skimming underperformed and it climbed only 0.5 to 1 inch above the waterline. [Source](https://www.digitaltrends.com/home/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-max-review-the-mercedes-of-pool-cleaners/)
- The Pool Nerd: Rated Pool Nerd Disapproved: measured weaker suction than top corded robots, fine sediment remained after several passes, and it needed 4 to 5 hours of charging after each session. [Source](https://www.thepoolnerd.com/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-max-review)

### Beatbot Sora 70

- Reviewed: Cleaned floor, walls, steps and the Baja shelf and consistently beat other robots the tester had used, but did not pick up every leaf or seed pod and lost app connection underwater. [Source](https://www.reviewed.com/home-outdoors/content/beatbot-sora-70-robot-pool-cleaner-review)
- Techaeris (9.1/10): Handled floors, walls, waterline and surface in one session in an above ground pool; slow, its surface jets can push sinking petals down, and the reviewer says it will clog in an overgrown pool. [Source](https://techaeris.com/2026/07/04/beatbot-sora-70-review/)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max or the Beatbot Sora 70?

The Beatbot Sora 70 has a published review score and ranks #9 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max for large in-ground pools wanting skimming too. Pick the Beatbot Sora 70 for pools with sun shelves and steps.

### Which is cheaper?

The Beatbot Sora 70 at $1,429, versus $1,700 for the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,700 vs $1,429.

### What is the difference between the Scuba X1 Pro Max and the Sora 70?

Pool types: In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, In-ground and above-ground, any shape; concrete, tile, vinyl, fiberglass; saltwater… on the Sora 70. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline and surface skimming on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, Floor, walls, waterline, water surface, and platforms as shallow as 8 in (at least 3.3… on the Sora 70. Power: Cordless (battery capacity not published) on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, Cordless, 10,000 mAh lithium-ion on the Sora 70.

Full reviews: [Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-max/index.md), [Beatbot Sora 70](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/beatbot-sora-70/index.md)