Dolphin Escape vs Dolphin Quantum
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 11, 2026
As of Nov 11, 2026, the Dolphin Escape has no store price on file and the Dolphin Quantum costs $1,999. The Dolphin Escape scores higher in our ranking (8.1 vs 7.5 out of 10). Pick the Dolphin Escape for above-ground pools up to about 30 ft. Pick the Dolphin Quantum for midsize in-ground pools with leaves. The Dolphin Quantum wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Dolphin Quantum wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Escape | Quantum | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runtime | 90 min | 2 h | Quantum |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
- Best for above-ground pools up to about 30 ft
- You care most about runtime (2 h vs 90 min)
- Best for midsize in-ground pools with leaves
- 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
- Power
- Corded
- Runtime
- Default 2 h cycle
- Max pool
- Pools up to 50 ft long
Corded Dolphin with dual brushes and big basket for pools to 50 ft
Full Dolphin Quantum review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Dolphin Escape | Dolphin Quantum | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $1,999 |
| 3 year cost | n/a | $1,999 |
| Our score | 8.1/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Rank in Pool | #6 | #11 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years (per The Pool Nerd; not confirmed on a Maytronics page) | 2 years |
| Pool types | Above-ground pools, plus smaller in-ground pools (The Pool Nerd); gunite, plaster, vinyl and fiberglass floors (Bob Vila) | In-ground and above-ground; rectangular, round, free form, kidney (Maytronics) |
| Cleans | Floor only; no waterline scrubbing and limited wall climbing (The Pool Nerd, Bob Vila) | Floor, walls and waterline with waterline scrubbing (Maytronics); Poolbots saw it clean higher than the roughly 2/3 wall height of cheaper robots |
| Power | Corded, 180 W with dual DC motors (The Pool Nerd); 40 ft cable with no swivel (Bob Vila, The Pool Nerd) | Corded; Poolbots lists 180 W, about 5 cents per hour, and 2 DC motors |
| Runtime | 90 min cycle (Bob Vila) | Default 2 h cycle (Maytronics); Poolbots' cleaning run took about 2 h |
| Charge time | None needed, corded | None (corded) |
| Filter | Top load MaxBin basket; up to 4,000 gph suction (The Pool Nerd) | Fine filter extra large top access basket plus ultra fine filter kit in the box (Maytronics); Poolbots lists a 400 sq in cartridge and NanoFilters down to 2 microns |
| 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 | Pools up to 50 ft long (Maytronics) |
| App | No app or weekly timer; one button start (The Pool Nerd, Bob Vila) | None; weekly timer only (Maytronics; The Pool Nerd confirms no app) |
| Weight | 14 lb (Bob Vila) | 18.346 lb robot (Maytronics) |
| Warranty | 2 years (The Pool Nerd roundup) | 2 years (Maytronics) |
| Suction | n/a | 4,000 GPH (Maytronics) |
| Brushes | n/a | Two active brushes (Maytronics) |
| Best for | above-ground pools up to about 30 ft | midsize in-ground pools with leaves |
| Skip if | you need wall and waterline cleaning | you want app control or cordless |
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 Quantum
- The Pool Nerd (5/5): In a head to head with the Beatbot AquaSense 2, emptied the large basket about once a week on the weekly timer, left the floor noticeably cleaner after one pass and the water clearer with NanoFilters. Called it the stronger robot of the two. Source
- Poolbots (retailer review): In a test pool with algae and sludge at the waterline, a run of about 2 h cleared debris and improved water clarity. The cartridge was full of twigs, leaves and acorns after the run. It scrubbed above the 2/3 wall height cheaper robots reach. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Dolphin Escape or the Dolphin Quantum?
The Dolphin Escape scores higher in our ranking (8.1 vs 7.5 out of 10). Pick the Dolphin Escape for above-ground pools up to about 30 ft. Pick the Dolphin Quantum for midsize in-ground pools with leaves.
What is the difference between the Escape and the Quantum?
Pool types: Above-ground pools, plus smaller in-ground pools (The Pool Nerd); gunite, plaster, vinyl… on the Escape, In-ground and above-ground; rectangular, round, free form, kidney (Maytronics) on the Quantum. Cleans: Floor only; no waterline scrubbing and limited wall climbing (The Pool Nerd, Bob Vila) on the Escape, Floor, walls and waterline with waterline scrubbing (Maytronics); Poolbots saw it clean… on the Quantum. Power: Corded, 180 W with dual DC motors (The Pool Nerd); 40 ft cable with no swivel (Bob Vila… on the Escape, Corded; Poolbots lists 180 W, about 5 cents per hour, and 2 DC motors on the Quantum.
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