# Aiper Seagull Pro vs Aiper EcoSurfer S2

As of Nov 11, 2026, the Aiper Seagull Pro costs $499 and the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 costs $360, so the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 is $139 cheaper. The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 has a published review score and ranks #2 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Aiper Seagull Pro is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Seagull Pro for simple flat bottom pools on a budget. Pick the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 for owners who want app scheduling.

Prices checked Nov 11, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/aiper-seagull-pro-vs-aiper-surfer-s2/

## Side by side

| | Aiper Seagull Pro | Aiper EcoSurfer S2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499 | $360 |
| 3 year cost | $499 | $360 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 9.0/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #28 | #2 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years (Aiper US store) |
| Pool types | In-ground and above-ground; Aiper says suitable for all pool types | Regular, irregular and spa or lounger attached pools (Aiper); size limit not published |
| Cleans | Floor and walls. Aiper's spec table marks waterline cleaning as not supported, though its feature copy mentions waterline scrubbing; The Pool Nerd found it reached the waterline only occasionally | Water surface only (skimmer), plus a 3 in chlorine tablet holder |
| Power | Cordless; Aiper store lists a 7,800 mAh battery and 4 motors up to 196 W; Pro Tool Reviews lists a 25.9 V 9,000 mAh battery | Cordless, charges by solar panel or DC adapter (Aiper); PCWorld lists a 5,200 mAh battery and 24 W panel |
| Runtime | Up to 150 min (Aiper); Pro Tool Reviews lists 180 min and got about 3 h in a 20,000 gallon pool; EFTM ran it 2 h in floor mode; Poolbots got about 45 min after a few weeks of use | 35 h on an adapter charge (Aiper); PCWorld saw 24 h nonstop use only about 25% of the battery |
| Charge time | 3 to 4 h (Aiper); EFTM measured about 3 h from flat | 4 to 6 h by adapter (Aiper); PCWorld cites about 6 h |
| Filter | 180 micron top load basket, 7 L (Aiper); one filter level only, no ultra fine option (The Pool Nerd) | 4 L top load basket with 150 micron filter (Aiper); The Pool Nerd notes the S1 basket was 5 L |
| Max pool size | Aiper's page conflicts: spec table says 1,600 sq ft and 50 ft long, other copy says up to 3,200 sq ft; Pro Tool Reviews lists 3,200 sq ft | n/a |
| App | None listed in Aiper's spec table; one dial with off, walls, floor and walls plus floor positions (EFTM) | Aiper app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for start, schedules, remote control and history (Aiper, PCWorld); Bob Vila had trouble connecting at first |
| Suction | 4,800 GPH (Aiper); Pro Tool Reviews lists 130 GPM | n/a |
| Navigation | WavePath route planning with a gyroscope; Auto, Floor and Wall modes (Aiper) | n/a |
| Weight | Over 21 lb dry (The Pool Nerd) | 13 lb (PCWorld) |
| Warranty | 2 years (Aiper) | 2 years (Aiper store) |
| Best for | simple flat bottom pools on a budget | owners who want app scheduling |
| Skip if | you want an app, waterline cleaning or fine filtration | you get heavy leaf fall |

## What reviewers found

### Aiper Seagull Pro

- Pro Tool Reviews: Ran about 3 h in a 20,000 gallon inground pool and recharged in about 90 min. Cleaned the floor in straight lines, then climbed walls in vertical passes, and drove over raised drain covers. Basket cleaned with a hose in a few minutes. [Source](https://www.protoolreviews.com/aiper-seagull-pro-pool-vacuum-review)
- The Pool Nerd: Over 21 lb dry and heavier when full. Got stuck on the main drain several times and reached the waterline only occasionally. One filter level, no timer. Verdict printed as Pool Nerd Disapproved; the page also notes a CPSC recall for burn and fire hazards. [Source](https://www.thepoolnerd.com/aiper-seagull-pro-review)
- EFTM: Ran a full 2 h in floor mode on an average size pool without issues and recharged in about 3 h. Tested only in a well kept pool. [Source](https://eftm.com/2024/01/aiper-seagull-pro-review-the-simplest-pool-cleaner-youll-ever-use-242116)

### Aiper EcoSurfer S2

- PCWorld: Cleared synthetic leaves in about 3.5 h with roughly 80% collected by the robot. 24 h of nonstop running used about 25% of the battery, and it kept a 10 h daily schedule through weeks of overcast weather. Slow, slightly underpowered, and the basket is hard to remove. [Source](https://www.pcworld.com/article/3125386/aiper-ecosurfer-s2-review.html)
- Bob Vila (4.5/5): Named Best With App. Picked up leaves and bugs well and was compact, but app pairing was difficult at first and it sometimes got stuck after head on wall hits. Subscores: Ease of Use 4.3/5, Performance 5/5, Value 4/5. [Source](https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/best-robotic-pool-skimmer/)
- The Pool Nerd: Budget option at $299 with no approval badge; leaves often slipped past or sank, and the author suggests paying about $70 more for the Betta SE. Notes the S2 is not part of Aiper's Seagull Pro or Elite Pro recalls. [Source](https://www.thepoolnerd.com/best-pool-skimmers)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Aiper Seagull Pro or the Aiper EcoSurfer S2?

The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 has a published review score and ranks #2 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Aiper Seagull Pro is not scored yet. Pick the Aiper Seagull Pro for simple flat bottom pools on a budget. Pick the Aiper EcoSurfer S2 for owners who want app scheduling.

### Which is cheaper?

The Aiper EcoSurfer S2 at $360, versus $499 for the Aiper Seagull Pro, checked Nov 11, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $499 vs $360.

### What is the difference between the Seagull Pro and the EcoSurfer S2?

Pool types: In-ground and above-ground; Aiper says suitable for all pool types on the Seagull Pro, Regular, irregular and spa or lounger attached pools (Aiper); size limit not published on the EcoSurfer S2. Cleans: Floor and walls. Aiper's spec table marks waterline cleaning as not supported, though… on the Seagull Pro, Water surface only (skimmer), plus a 3 in chlorine tablet holder on the EcoSurfer S2. Power: Cordless; Aiper store lists a 7,800 mAh battery and 4 motors up to 196 W; Pro Tool… on the Seagull Pro, Cordless, charges by solar panel or DC adapter (Aiper); PCWorld lists a 5,200 mAh… on the EcoSurfer S2.

Full reviews: [Aiper Seagull Pro](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/aiper-seagull-pro/index.md), [Aiper EcoSurfer S2](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/aiper-surfer-s2/index.md)