Aiper Scuba X1 Pro vs Dreame Z1
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 12, 2026
As of Nov 12, 2026, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro has no store price on file and the Dreame Z1 costs $499. The Dreame Z1 scores higher in our ranking (7.7 vs 7.6 out of 10). Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro for irregular pools with curved edges. Pick the Dreame Z1 for mid sized irregular pools. The Dreame Z1 wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Dreame Z1 wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Scuba X1 Pro | Z1 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runtime | 134 min (tested) | 3 h | Z1 |
| Charge time | 4 h | 4 h | Tie |
- Best for irregular pools with curved edges
- You care most about runtime (3 h vs 134 min (tested))
- Best for mid sized irregular pools
- Cleans
- Floor
- Runtime
- Up to 180 min claimed
Cordless robot with 26 sensors and 3 µm filter sock
Full Aiper Scuba X1 Pro review, pros and cons →- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- Over 180 min floor
- Max pool
- Up to 1,950 sq ft
Cordless pool robot with 3D obstacle sensing and 3 h runtime
Full Dreame Z1 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Aiper Scuba X1 Pro | Dreame Z1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $499 |
| 3 year cost | n/a | $499 |
| Our score | 7.6/10 | 7.7/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #10 | #8 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | n/a |
| Pool types | Concrete, fiberglass, pebblecrete, mosaic tile and vinyl lined pools (Cybershack, Australian model) | All pool types and materials, saltwater up to 5,000 ppm (Dreame) |
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline; Smart, Floor, Wall and Waterline modes with Eco, Auto and Max power (Cybershack) | Floor, walls and waterline with Global, Floor, Wall and Waterline modes, dual brushes (Dreame); The AU Review saw it miss tight corners and leave some debris on walls |
| Power | Cordless, 21.6 V battery, dual motors (Cybershack, The Pool Nerd); capacity not published | Cordless, dual pump motors, 8,000 GPH max (Dreame); CyberShack lists a 21.6 V, 207 W, 18 cell pack |
| Runtime | Up to 180 min claimed, Eco mode only per The Pool Nerd; Cybershack measured about 134 min on Auto with 28% left | Over 180 min floor cleaning in Eco mode (Dreame); CyberShack saw 160 to 180 min in standard mode, The AU Review just under 3 h |
| Charge time | 3 to 4 h (The Pool Nerd); Cybershack verified 5 h | 4 h, or 4 to 6 h in Dreame's comparison table (Dreame); CyberShack saw 4 to 5 h |
| Filter | 5 L basket with MicroMesh ultra fine filter and a 3 µm filter sock (Cybershack) | 180 micron basket, 4.5 L (Dreame, CyberShack); 3 micron socks sold separately |
| Max pool size | n/a | Up to 1,950 sq ft (Dreame; one Dreame page also shows 2,160 sq ft) |
| App | Aiper app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, above water only; underwater control needs the paid HydroComm Pro add on (Cybershack, The Pool Nerd) | Dreamehome app with modes, cleaning logs, parking and zone cleaning; connection drops underwater (Dreame, The AU Review) |
| Weight | 26.4 lb dry (The Pool Nerd) | 12.1 kg, about 27 lb (CyberShack) |
| Warranty | Cybershack reports 36 months in Australia covering battery and motor; US term not confirmed | Not stated on the US pool store page; 30 day exchange for defects (Dreame) |
| Navigation | n/a | Ultrasound plus 3D structured light obstacle sensing and auto poolside parking (Dreame) |
| Best for | irregular pools with curved edges | mid sized irregular pools |
| Skip if | you want underwater app control included | you need a fine filter in the box |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
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
- 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
Dreame Z1
- CyberShack (8.6/10): Ran 160 to 180 min in standard mode. A 20 m2 floor, 24 m2 wall and 24 m tile line test took 80 min and used 47% of the battery. Charged in 4 to 5 h and weighs 12.1 kg. Source
- The AU Review (3.5/5): Ran just under 3 h and charged in about 4 h. Strong suction, but missed tight corners, sometimes left debris on walls, moved slowly, and the remote and app connection were weak. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro or the Dreame Z1?
The Dreame Z1 scores higher in our ranking (7.7 vs 7.6 out of 10). Pick the Aiper Scuba X1 Pro for irregular pools with curved edges. Pick the Dreame Z1 for mid sized irregular pools.
What is the difference between the Scuba X1 Pro and the Z1?
Pool types: Concrete, fiberglass, pebblecrete, mosaic tile and vinyl lined pools (Cybershack… on the Scuba X1 Pro, All pool types and materials, saltwater up to 5,000 ppm (Dreame) on the Z1. Cleans: Floor, walls and waterline; Smart, Floor, Wall and Waterline modes with Eco, Auto and… on the Scuba X1 Pro, Floor, walls and waterline with Global, Floor, Wall and Waterline modes, dual brushes… on the Z1. Power: Cordless, 21.6 V battery, dual motors (Cybershack, The Pool Nerd); capacity not published on the Scuba X1 Pro, Cordless, dual pump motors, 8,000 GPH max (Dreame); CyberShack lists a 21.6 V, 207 W, 18… on the Z1.
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