Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max vs Polaris Freedom Plus
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 26, 2026
As of Oct 26, 2026, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max costs $1,700 and the Polaris Freedom Plus costs $1,399, so the Polaris Freedom Plus is $301 cheaper. Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max for large in-ground pools wanting skimming too. Pick the Polaris Freedom Plus for cordless buyers with in-ground pools.
- Cleans
- Floor
- Runtime
- Up to 300 min floor
- Max pool
- Up to 3,230 sq ft
Aiper's do it all model covers floor, walls, waterline and surface, with a big 5 L basket and a 3 year warranty. Digital Trends called it one of the best cleaners on the market, while The Pool Nerd found weaker suction than top corded robots. It suits big in-ground pools where you want no cord, but it is heavy to lift out.
Full Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max review →- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- Up to 2.5 h
PCWorld's top cordless pick: light, quick to drain, and easy to retrieve from the waterline, with a remote that steers it underwater. Runtime is about 2.5 hours and charging takes up to 5, and The Pool Nerd notes suction fades as the battery drains. Skip it for above-ground pools or if you want a weekly timer.
Full Polaris Freedom Plus review →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max | Polaris Freedom Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,700 | $1,399 |
| 3 year cost | $1,700 | $1,427 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #15 | #13 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 year limited |
| Pool types | In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile | In-ground only, all surfaces |
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline and surface skimming | Floor, walls, waterline; modes for floor only, waterline only, all three, and SMART |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Cordless, lithium-ion (PCWorld lists 9,600 mAh) |
| Runtime | Up to 300 min floor cleaning, 600 min surface skimming | Up to 2.5 h per charge |
| Charge time | 4 h | Under 5 h in the outdoor charging caddy |
| Filter | 5 L top load basket, 180 micron main filter plus 3 micron ultra fine filter | 4 L canister with clear lid; no dirty canister indicator |
| Max pool size | Up to 3,230 sq ft, 100 ft long | Not published; SMART mode sizes the run to your pool |
| App | Aiper app; underwater control needs the optional HydroComm Pro | iAquaLink app (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, not underwater); LiFi handheld remote works underwater |
| Suction | 8,500 gph | n/a |
| Weight | About 33 lb dry | About 20 lb (PCWorld) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 year limited (Leslie's) |
| Best for | large in-ground pools wanting skimming too | cordless buyers with in-ground pools |
| Skip if | you cannot lift about 33 lb | you have an above-ground pool |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
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
- 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
Polaris Freedom Plus
- PCWorld: Best cordless pick; averaged about 95% coverage over several weeks, ran a little over 2.5 h on the thorough setting, missed a corner patch and some step leaves, and Wi-Fi dropped once underwater. Source
- The Pool Nerd: Runner up cordless pick in 2026; praises wall climbing and runtime versus many cordless units but says suction and scrubbing fade as the battery drains. Source
Pros and cons
Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max
Pros
- Cleans floor, walls, waterline and surface
- Up to 10 h in skim mode
- Large 5 L basket with ultra fine filter
- 3 year warranty
Cons
- Heavy, about 33 lb dry
- Digital Trends found skimming weak
- Underwater app control costs extra
- Brand has two prior CPSC fire recalls on other models
Polaris Freedom Plus
Pros
- About 95% coverage in PCWorld testing
- Light and drains water fast
- Underwater remote with Easy Lift
- Parks at the waterline
Cons
- In-ground only
- No scheduling
- Up to 5 h to charge
- No brand or Amazon price confirmed
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max or the Polaris Freedom Plus?
Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max for large in-ground pools wanting skimming too. Pick the Polaris Freedom Plus for cordless buyers with in-ground pools.
Which is cheaper?
The Polaris Freedom Plus at $1,399, versus $1,700 for the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,700 vs $1,427.
What is the difference between the Scuba X1 Pro Max and the Freedom Plus?
Pool types: In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, In-ground only, all surfaces on the Freedom Plus. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline and surface skimming on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, Floor, walls, waterline; modes for floor only, waterline only, all three, and SMART on the Freedom Plus. Power: Cordless (battery capacity not published) on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, Cordless, lithium-ion (PCWorld lists 9,600 mAh) on the Freedom Plus.
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