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Frequently asked questions

Corded or cordless — which is better?+

Corded cleaners run as long as you like and never need charging; cordless models are easier to drop in and retrieve with no cable to untangle.

Does it clean walls and the waterline?+

Models with waterline scrubbing climb the walls and clean the tile line where oils and scum collect, not just the floor.

Do I still need a separate pool filter?+

The robot has its own filter basket/cartridge for debris; it reduces load on your main system but doesn’t replace water chemistry and circulation.