Dolphin Escape vs Dolphin Nautilus EON 100
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 12, 2026
As of Nov 12, 2026, the Dolphin Escape has no store price on file and the Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 costs $599. The Dolphin Escape has a published review score and ranks #6 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 is not scored yet. Pick the Dolphin Escape for above-ground pools up to about 30 ft. Pick the Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 for pools with sand, silt or pollen. They split the points we can measure, 1 each.
Who wins, point by point
They split the points we can measure, 1 each. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Escape | Nautilus EON 100 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runtime | 90 min | 2 h (tested) | Nautilus EON 100 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year | Escape |
- You care most about warranty (2 years vs 1 year)
- Best for above-ground pools up to about 30 ft
- You care most about runtime (2 h (tested) vs 90 min)
- Best for pools with sand, silt or pollen
- Cleans
- Floor only
- Power
- Corded
- Runtime
- 90 min cycle
- Max pool
- Up to 30 ft long
Simple corded floor cleaner for above-ground and small pools
Full Dolphin Escape review, pros and cons →- Cleans
- Floor
- Runtime
- Cycles of 1.5
- Max pool
- Up to 50 ft pool length
Cordless Dolphin with a fine filter and strong waterline reach
Full Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Dolphin Escape | Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $599 |
| 3 year cost | n/a | $599 |
| Our score | 8.1/10 | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #6 | #32 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years (per The Pool Nerd; not confirmed on a Maytronics page) | 1 year |
| Pool types | Above-ground pools, plus smaller in-ground pools (The Pool Nerd); gunite, plaster, vinyl and fiberglass floors (Bob Vila) | In-ground pools up to 50 ft long; reaches ledges as shallow as 8 in (Maytronics) |
| Cleans | Floor only; no waterline scrubbing and limited wall climbing (The Pool Nerd, Bob Vila) | Floor, walls, waterline, steps, sun ledge and corners (Maytronics); The Hook Up measured 100% floor, 74% walls and 66% stairs and bench, with about 3 in of waterline reach, best in its test |
| Power | Corded, 180 W with dual DC motors (The Pool Nerd); 40 ft cable with no swivel (Bob Vila, The Pool Nerd) | Cordless battery; capacity not published (Maytronics) |
| Runtime | 90 min cycle (Bob Vila) | Cycles of 1.5, 2 or 2.5 h, and UltraRun splits one charge across up to a week of cycles (Maytronics); The Hook Up measured 2 h 38 min |
| Charge time | None needed, corded | n/a |
| Filter | Top load MaxBin basket; up to 4,000 gph suction (The Pool Nerd) | Fine filter kit with top access and a full filter indicator (Maytronics); The Hook Up lists a 60 micron primary filter, The Pool Nerd says 70 micron |
| Max pool size | Up to 30 ft long (Bob Vila); The Pool Nerd says up to 33 ft in its roundup but advises against pools over about 30 ft | Up to 50 ft pool length (Maytronics) |
| App | No app or weekly timer; one button start (The Pool Nerd, Bob Vila) | Maytronics One over Wi-Fi; works only when the robot is above water (Maytronics, The Pool Nerd) |
| Weight | 14 lb (Bob Vila) | 22.05 lb (Maytronics); about 23 lb empty and 56 lb full of water (The Hook Up) |
| Warranty | 2 years (The Pool Nerd roundup) | 1 year retail; the dealer channel EON 100 has 2 years (Maytronics, The Pool Nerd) |
| Best for | above-ground pools up to about 30 ft | pools with sand, silt or pollen |
| Skip if | you need wall and waterline cleaning | you want hands off daily cleaning |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Dolphin Escape
- The Pool Nerd: Pool Nerd Approved and named best above-ground and best entry level pick. The floor of an 8 x 20 ft test pool was much cleaner after about 30 minutes; it draws about 180 W. No timer, app, swivel or waterline scrubbing. The site earns affiliate commissions. Source
- Bob Vila (9.5/10): Tested in a 24 ft above-ground pool. Setup took under 5 minutes and a 90 minute cycle gave a thorough clean. It is heavy to lift when full of water, can stop mid pool at cycle end, and the control box must come inside when it rains. Source
Dolphin Nautilus EON 100
- The Pool Nerd: Tested in a pool. Said it cleans floor, walls, waterline and ledges well with good build quality, but SmartMap missed some spots and charging means removing and carrying the robot each time. Rated Pool Nerd Disapproved in favor of corded Dolphins. Source
- The Hook Up: In an 11 robot test it ran 2 h 38 min and covered 100% of the floor, 74% of walls and 66% of stairs and bench. Best waterline reach at about 3 in, zero particles leaked, but its rear exhaust stirred leaves near walls. Picked as the premium choice for sand, silt and pollen. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Dolphin Escape or the Dolphin Nautilus EON 100?
The Dolphin Escape has a published review score and ranks #6 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 is not scored yet. Pick the Dolphin Escape for above-ground pools up to about 30 ft. Pick the Dolphin Nautilus EON 100 for pools with sand, silt or pollen.
What is the difference between the Escape and the Nautilus EON 100?
Pool types: Above-ground pools, plus smaller in-ground pools (The Pool Nerd); gunite, plaster, vinyl… on the Escape, In-ground pools up to 50 ft long; reaches ledges as shallow as 8 in (Maytronics) on the Nautilus EON 100. Cleans: Floor only; no waterline scrubbing and limited wall climbing (The Pool Nerd, Bob Vila) on the Escape, Floor, walls, waterline, steps, sun ledge and corners (Maytronics); The Hook Up measured… on the Nautilus EON 100. Power: Corded, 180 W with dual DC motors (The Pool Nerd); 40 ft cable with no swivel (Bob Vila… on the Escape, Cordless battery; capacity not published (Maytronics) on the Nautilus EON 100.
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