# Aiper Scuba X1 Pro vs Beatbot Sora 70

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro has no store price on file and the Beatbot Sora 70 costs $1,429. The Aiper Scuba X1 Pro scores higher in our ranking (7.6 vs 7.3 out of 10). Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro for irregular pools with curved edges. 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-vs-beatbot-sora-70/

## Side by side

| | Aiper Scuba X1 Pro | Beatbot Sora 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $1,429 |
| 3 year cost | n/a | $1,429 |
| Our score | 7.6/10 | 7.3/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #8 | #9 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | 3 years |
| Pool types | Concrete, fiberglass, pebblecrete, mosaic tile and vinyl lined pools (Cybershack, Australian model) | 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 and waterline; Smart, Floor, Wall and Waterline modes with Eco, Auto and Max power (Cybershack) | Floor, walls, waterline, water surface, and platforms as shallow as 8 in (at least 3.3 by 3.3 ft) |
| Power | Cordless, 21.6 V battery, dual motors (Cybershack, The Pool Nerd); capacity not published | Cordless, 10,000 mAh lithium-ion |
| Runtime | Up to 180 min claimed, Eco mode only per The Pool Nerd; Cybershack measured about 134 min on Auto with 28% left | Up to 7 h surface, up to 5 h floor (maker claim) |
| Charge time | 3 to 4 h (The Pool Nerd); Cybershack verified 5 h | About 4.5 h with 65 W charger |
| Filter | 5 L basket with MicroMesh ultra fine filter and a 3 µm filter sock (Cybershack) | 6 L basket, 150 µm filter included; optional 3 µm ultra fine filter sold separately |
| Max pool size | n/a | Up to 3,229 sq ft cleaning coverage |
| App | Aiper app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, above water only; underwater control needs the paid HydroComm Pro add on (Cybershack, The Pool Nerd) | Beatbot app (Android, iOS, Apple Watch) over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth; surface remote control and one tap retrieval |
| Weight | 26.4 lb dry (The Pool Nerd) | 22.9 to 23.1 lb (maker lists both) |
| Warranty | Cybershack reports 36 months in Australia covering battery and motor; US term not confirmed | 3 years |
| Sensors | n/a | 18 sensors including 2 ultrasonic |
| Best for | irregular pools with curved edges | pools with sun shelves and steps |
| Skip if | you want underwater app control included | your pool is often neglected or green |

## What reviewers found

### Aiper Scuba X1 Pro

- Cybershack (8.7/10): Scored 8.7/10. Removed all debris from the test pool including tile line dirt, ran about 134 min on Auto with 28% battery left, took 5 h to charge, and the 3 µm sock was very dirty after one clean. Adaptive mode added about 20 min to cover curved fillets. [Source](https://cybershack.com.au/cleaning/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-adds-smarts-to-the-essential-poolbot-review)
- The Pool Nerd: Labeled Pool Nerd Disapproved. Saw leaves swirl around the 7.75 in intake, larger debris missed and fine silt needing several cycles; 180 min runtime only in Eco mode and 3 to 4 h recharges. The site prefers corded robots. [Source](https://www.thepoolnerd.com/aiper-scuba-x1-pro-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 or the Beatbot Sora 70?

The Aiper Scuba X1 Pro scores higher in our ranking (7.6 vs 7.3 out of 10). Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro for irregular pools with curved edges. Pick the Beatbot Sora 70 for pools with sun shelves and steps.

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

Pool types: Concrete, fiberglass, pebblecrete, mosaic tile and vinyl lined pools (Cybershack… on the Scuba X1 Pro, In-ground and above-ground, any shape; concrete, tile, vinyl, fiberglass; saltwater… on the Sora 70. Cleans: Floor, walls and waterline; Smart, Floor, Wall and Waterline modes with Eco, Auto and… on the Scuba X1 Pro, Floor, walls, waterline, water surface, and platforms as shallow as 8 in (at least 3.3… on the Sora 70. Power: Cordless, 21.6 V battery, dual motors (Cybershack, The Pool Nerd); capacity not published on the Scuba X1 Pro, Cordless, 10,000 mAh lithium-ion on the Sora 70.

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