Betta SE vs Wybot B1
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 12, 2026
As of Nov 12, 2026, the Betta SE costs $370 and the Wybot B1 costs $335, so the Wybot B1 is $35 cheaper. The Betta SE has a published review score and ranks #3 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Wybot B1 is not scored yet. Pick the Betta SE for pools with leaves and bugs on the surface. Pick the Wybot B1 for small above-ground pools. The Wybot B1 wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Wybot B1 wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| SE | B1 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $370 | $335 | B1 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
- Best for pools with leaves and bugs on the surface
- You want to spend less (saves $35)
- Best for small above-ground pools
- Cleans
- Water surface only
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- 30+ h on a charge
- Max pool
- Up to 40 x 60 ft
Solar surface skimmer that runs all day with no charging
Full Betta SE review, pros and cons →- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- Up to 120 min
- Max pool
- Up to 1,150 sq ft
Light, low cost cordless robot for small pools up to 1,150 sq ft
Full Wybot B1 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Betta SE | Wybot B1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $370 | $335 |
| 3 year cost | $370 | $335 |
| Our score | 9.0/10 | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #3 | #22 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year (Betta store) | 1 year |
| Pool types | Above-ground and in-ground; Betta says its SCT motors work in saltwater and chlorine pools | Above-ground and in-ground pools with flat bottoms (Wybot) |
| Cleans | Water surface only (skimmer); does not clean floor or walls | Floor, walls, waterline, steps and slopes with side brushes for corners (Wybot); WinFuture says the waterline must be cleaned by hand |
| Power | Cordless, solar charged built in lithium battery; no plug in charging (Betta) | Cordless, three motors (one suction, two brush drive) and four rollers (Wybot, Popular Science) |
| Runtime | 30+ h on a charge, including cloudy days (Betta); The Pool Nerd ran it daily for weeks with no stops | Up to 120 min (Wybot store today); WinFuture cited an Amazon claim of up to 100 min; no reviewer measured it |
| Charge time | 5 to 6 h of direct sunlight (Betta) | Not published |
| Filter | Top load fine mesh basket, 200 micron (Betta) | Fine foam filter, 180 micron, about 2 L basket (Wybot, WinFuture) |
| Max pool size | Up to 40 x 60 ft, about 2,400 sq ft (Betta) | Up to 1,150 sq ft (Wybot) |
| App | No app; wireless remote for mode changes, auto mode only (Betta) | Wybot app over Bluetooth with pool shape setup, route options and OTA updates (Wybot, WinFuture) |
| Warranty | 1 year, plus 30 day home trial (Betta) | 1 year plus 30 day returns (Wybot) |
| Weight | n/a | 13 lb dry (Popular Science) |
| Best for | pools with leaves and bugs on the surface | small above-ground pools |
| Skip if | you want app control or floor cleaning | your pool is over 1,150 sq ft |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Betta SE
- Bob Vila (4.6/5): Named Best Basic. Called it the fastest skimmer tested, with solar charging that kept it running and ultrasonic navigation that rarely left it stuck. It occasionally missed tight corners, and the test unit's rear propellers stopped working after about 12 months (covered by warranty). Subscores: Ease of Use 5/5, Performance 5/5, Value 5/5. Source
- The Pool Nerd: Pool Nerd Approved and named Best Overall Pool Skimmer. Cleared the surface within a few hours, ran daily for several weeks with no jams, and the basket needed emptying every few days. The site earns affiliate commissions. Source
Wybot B1
- Popular Science: Set up in under 5 minutes, cleaned in methodical lanes with wall and corner coverage, handled a sloped side without sticking, and self parked at the wall. Weighs 13 lb dry and the basket rinses quickly. Source
- WinFuture: Tested in a 5 m vinyl pool. Climbed walls and cleaned floor and walls, with a roughly 2 L, 180 micron basket. The waterline had to be cleaned by hand, and the unit must dry before its charging port is opened. No measured runtime. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Betta SE or the Wybot B1?
The Betta SE has a published review score and ranks #3 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Wybot B1 is not scored yet. Pick the Betta SE for pools with leaves and bugs on the surface. Pick the Wybot B1 for small above-ground pools.
Which is cheaper?
The Wybot B1 at $335, versus $370 for the Betta SE, checked Nov 12, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $370 vs $335.
What is the difference between the SE and the B1?
Pool types: Above-ground and in-ground; Betta says its SCT motors work in saltwater and chlorine pools on the SE, Above-ground and in-ground pools with flat bottoms (Wybot) on the B1. Cleans: Water surface only (skimmer); does not clean floor or walls on the SE, Floor, walls, waterline, steps and slopes with side brushes for corners (Wybot)… on the B1. Power: Cordless, solar charged built in lithium battery; no plug in charging (Betta) on the SE, Cordless, three motors (one suction, two brush drive) and four rollers (Wybot, Popular… on the B1.
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