Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier vs Polaris VRX iQ+

Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026

Short answer · checked Nov 4, 2026

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier costs $2,499 and the Polaris VRX iQ+ costs $1,499, so the Polaris VRX iQ+ is $1,000 cheaper. The Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier has a published review score and ranks #10 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Polaris VRX iQ+ is not scored yet. Pick the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier for leafy in-ground pools. Pick the Polaris VRX iQ+ for in-ground pools wanting top cleaning. They split the points we can measure, 2 each.

Who wins, point by point

They split the points we can measure, 2 each. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.

	Premier	VRX iQ+	Winner
Price today	$2,499	$1,499	VRX iQ+
3 year cost	$2,624	$1,649	VRX iQ+
Runtime	3 h	2 h (tested)	Premier
Warranty	3 years	2 years	Premier

Pick the Premier if

You care most about runtime (3 h vs 2 h (tested))
You care most about warranty (3 years vs 2 years)
Best for leafy in-ground pools

Pick the VRX iQ+ if

You want to spend less (saves $1,000)
Best for in-ground pools wanting top cleaning

Pool

Dolphin (Maytronics)Premier

Cleans: Floor
Power: Corded
Runtime: 3 h cycle
Max pool: 50 ft long

6.8/10Price tracked daily

$2,499Check price at Search Amazon →

Corded workhorse with swappable filters for leafy in-ground pools

Full Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier review, pros and cons →

Pool

PolarisVRX iQ+

Cleans: Floor
Power: Corded
Runtime: 2 h 45 min deep clean
Max pool: 60 ft long

ON SALEPrice tracked daily

$1,499Check price at Amazon →

Fast corded robot with smart cycle, app and lift system

Full Polaris VRX iQ+ review, pros and cons →

Side by side

	Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier	Polaris VRX iQ+
Price	$2,499	$1,499
3 year cost	$2,624	$1,649
Our score	6.8/10	Not scored yet
Rank in Pool	#10	#34
Status	on sale	on sale
Warranty	3 years	2 year limited
Pool types	In-ground; rectangular, round, free form, kidney	In-ground, up to 60 ft (Leslie's listing)
Cleans	Floor, walls, waterline	Floor, walls, waterline; no surface skimming
Power	Corded	Corded, 70 ft floating cable with swivel; plugs into a GFCI outlet
Runtime	Default 3 h cycle; no battery	SMART Cycle sets time; PCWorld measured 2 h 45 min deep clean, 1 h 15 min floor only, 45 min waterline only
Charge time	None (corded)	None (corded)
Filter	Multi layer: bottom load filter bag or cartridges, fine filter kit included; full filter indicator	5 L illuminated canister with dirty canister indicator; sand and silt canister sold separately
Max pool size	Pools up to 50 ft long	In-ground pools up to 60 ft (Leslie's)
App	None; no Wi-Fi	iAquaLink app with scheduling, remote control, spot cleaning and OTA updates
Timer	Weekly timer	n/a
Weight	20.286 lb	n/a
Warranty	3 years	2 year limited (Leslie's)
Drive	n/a	4WD with front brushes
Best for	leafy in-ground pools	in-ground pools wanting top cleaning
Skip if	you want app control	you hate managing a cord

Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.

What reviewers found

Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier

Bob Vila (9/10): Cleaned light leaf litter, tile line algae and storm dirt in a Miami pool, ran quietly at about 5 cents per hour, but was heavy to lift and the caddy and remote cost extra. Source
The Pool Nerd: Names it the author's personal favorite after testing about 30 robots, citing suction, filter choices and the 3 year warranty. Affiliate site with links to Dolphin dealers. Source

Polaris VRX iQ+

PCWorld: Best corded pick; found 99% of synthetic leaves, missing one on a step, and was one of the fastest robots tested. Managing the power cord took extra effort. Source

Questions buyers ask

Which is better, the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier or the Polaris VRX iQ+?

The Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier has a published review score and ranks #10 in our robotic pool cleaners ranking; the Polaris VRX iQ+ is not scored yet. Pick the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier for leafy in-ground pools. Pick the Polaris VRX iQ+ for in-ground pools wanting top cleaning.

Which is cheaper?

The Polaris VRX iQ+ at $1,499, versus $2,499 for the Dolphin (Maytronics) Premier, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $2,624 vs $1,649.

What is the difference between the Premier and the VRX iQ+?

Pool types: In-ground; rectangular, round, free form, kidney on the Premier, In-ground, up to 60 ft (Leslie's listing) on the VRX iQ+. Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline on the Premier, Floor, walls, waterline; no surface skimming on the VRX iQ+. Power: Corded on the Premier, Corded, 70 ft floating cable with swivel; plugs into a GFCI outlet on the VRX iQ+.

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