Polaris FREEDOM vs Polaris Freedom Plus
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 26, 2026
As of Oct 26, 2026, the Polaris FREEDOM costs $1,199 and the Polaris Freedom Plus costs $1,399, so the Polaris FREEDOM is $200 cheaper. Pick the Polaris FREEDOM for in-ground pools up to 50 ft without a cord. Pick the Polaris Freedom Plus for cordless buyers with in-ground pools.
- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless lithium ion
- Runtime
- Up to 2.5 h
- Max pool
- Up to 50 ft
The base cordless Polaris cleans floor, walls and waterline in about 2.5 hours and parks for retrieval with Tap and Lift. The Pool Nerd ranks it as a saner cordless pick than no name robots, but notes suction fades as the battery drains. It costs a lot for a cordless robot without a remote.
Full Polaris FREEDOM review →- Cleans
- Floor
- Power
- Cordless
- Runtime
- Up to 2.5 h
PCWorld's top cordless pick: light, quick to drain, and easy to retrieve from the waterline, with a remote that steers it underwater. Runtime is about 2.5 hours and charging takes up to 5, and The Pool Nerd notes suction fades as the battery drains. Skip it for above-ground pools or if you want a weekly timer.
Full Polaris Freedom Plus review →Side by side
| Polaris FREEDOM | Polaris Freedom Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,199 | $1,399 |
| 3 year cost | $1,199 | $1,427 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pool | #12 | #13 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years limited | 2 year limited |
| Pool types | In-ground only | In-ground only, all surfaces |
| Cleans | Floor, walls and waterline; floor only and waterline only modes | Floor, walls, waterline; modes for floor only, waterline only, all three, and SMART |
| Power | Cordless lithium ion | Cordless, lithium-ion (PCWorld lists 9,600 mAh) |
| Runtime | Up to 2.5 h | Up to 2.5 h per charge |
| Charge time | 4 h per Leslie's; under 5 h per Polaris | Under 5 h in the outdoor charging caddy |
| Filter | 4 L transparent all purpose filter canister | 4 L canister with clear lid; no dirty canister indicator |
| Max pool size | Up to 50 ft | Not published; SMART mode sizes the run to your pool |
| App | iAquaLink app for modes, charge status and cycle alerts | iAquaLink app (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, not underwater); LiFi handheld remote works underwater |
| Weight | 20 lb | About 20 lb (PCWorld) |
| Warranty | 2 years limited | 2 year limited (Leslie's) |
| Best for | in-ground pools up to 50 ft without a cord | cordless buyers with in-ground pools |
| Skip if | you want corded level suction | you have an above-ground pool |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Polaris FREEDOM
- The Pool Nerd: Named it the runner up cordless pick with longer runtime than many cordless units and wall climbing, but said suction and scrubbing fade as the battery drains and it does not match corded Dolphins. Source
Polaris Freedom Plus
- PCWorld: Best cordless pick; averaged about 95% coverage over several weeks, ran a little over 2.5 h on the thorough setting, missed a corner patch and some step leaves, and Wi-Fi dropped once underwater. Source
- The Pool Nerd: Runner up cordless pick in 2026; praises wall climbing and runtime versus many cordless units but says suction and scrubbing fade as the battery drains. Source
Pros and cons
Polaris FREEDOM
Pros
- Cleans floor to waterline
- Big 4 L clear canister
- Backed by a long running pool brand
- iAquaLink app modes and alerts
Cons
- Expensive for cordless
- Suction fades as the battery drains per The Pool Nerd
- Larger pools may need extra cycles
- Leslie's lists it for AccuBlue members only
Polaris Freedom Plus
Pros
- About 95% coverage in PCWorld testing
- Light and drains water fast
- Underwater remote with Easy Lift
- Parks at the waterline
Cons
- In-ground only
- No scheduling
- Up to 5 h to charge
- No brand or Amazon price confirmed
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Polaris FREEDOM or the Polaris Freedom Plus?
Pick the Polaris FREEDOM for in-ground pools up to 50 ft without a cord. Pick the Polaris Freedom Plus for cordless buyers with in-ground pools.
Which is cheaper?
The Polaris FREEDOM at $1,199, versus $1,399 for the Polaris Freedom Plus, checked Oct 26, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $1,199 vs $1,427.
What is the difference between the FREEDOM and the Freedom Plus?
Pool types: In-ground only on the FREEDOM, In-ground only, all surfaces on the Freedom Plus. Cleans: Floor, walls and waterline; floor only and waterline only modes on the FREEDOM, Floor, walls, waterline; modes for floor only, waterline only, all three, and SMART on the Freedom Plus. Power: Cordless lithium ion on the FREEDOM, Cordless, lithium-ion (PCWorld lists 9,600 mAh) on the Freedom Plus.
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