# Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max vs Polaris VRX iQ+

As of Oct 26, 2026, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max costs $1,700 and the Polaris VRX iQ+ costs $1,499, so the Polaris VRX iQ+ is $201 cheaper. Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max for large in-ground pools wanting skimming too. Pick the Polaris VRX iQ+ for in-ground pools wanting top cleaning.

Prices checked Oct 26, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-max-vs-polaris-vrx-iq-plus/

## Side by side

| | Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max | Polaris VRX iQ+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,700 | $1,499 |
| 3 year cost | $1,700 | $1,649 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #15 | #14 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 year limited |
| Pool types | In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile | In-ground, up to 60 ft (Leslie's listing) |
| Cleans | Floor, walls, waterline and surface skimming | Floor, walls, waterline; no surface skimming |
| Power | Cordless (battery capacity not published) | Corded, 70 ft floating cable with swivel; plugs into a GFCI outlet |
| Runtime | Up to 300 min floor cleaning, 600 min surface skimming | SMART Cycle sets time; PCWorld measured 2 h 45 min deep clean, 1 h 15 min floor only, 45 min waterline only |
| Charge time | 4 h | None (corded) |
| Filter | 5 L top load basket, 180 micron main filter plus 3 micron ultra fine filter | 5 L illuminated canister with dirty canister indicator; sand and silt canister sold separately |
| Max pool size | Up to 3,230 sq ft, 100 ft long | In-ground pools up to 60 ft (Leslie's) |
| App | Aiper app; underwater control needs the optional HydroComm Pro | iAquaLink app with scheduling, remote control, spot cleaning and OTA updates |
| Suction | 8,500 gph | n/a |
| Weight | About 33 lb dry | n/a |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 year limited (Leslie's) |
| Drive | n/a | 4WD with front brushes |
| Best for | large in-ground pools wanting skimming too | in-ground pools wanting top cleaning |
| Skip if | you cannot lift about 33 lb | you hate managing a cord |

## 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)

### Polaris VRX iQ+

- PCWorld: Best corded pick; found 99% of synthetic leaves, missing one on a step, and was one of the fastest robots tested. Managing the power cord took extra effort. [Source](https://www.pcworld.com/article/2290595/polaris-vrx-iq-pool-cleaning-robot-review.html)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max or the Polaris VRX iQ+?

Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max for large in-ground pools wanting skimming too. Pick the Polaris VRX iQ+ for in-ground pools wanting top cleaning.

### Which is cheaper?

The Polaris VRX iQ+ at $1,499, versus $1,700 for the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,700 vs $1,649.

### What is the difference between the Scuba X1 Pro Max and the VRX iQ+?

Pool types: In-ground; concrete, fiberglass, vinyl, tile on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, In-ground, up to 60 ft (Leslie's listing) on the VRX iQ+. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline and surface skimming on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, Floor, walls, waterline; no surface skimming on the VRX iQ+. Power: Cordless (battery capacity not published) on the Scuba X1 Pro Max, Corded, 70 ft floating cable with swivel; plugs into a GFCI outlet on the VRX iQ+.

Full reviews: [Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-max/index.md), [Polaris VRX iQ+](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/polaris-vrx-iq-plus/index.md)