Remember when cleaning your pool meant wrestling with those snake-like hoses? Well, CES 2025 has shown us how far we’ve come and it’s pretty impressive.
The robot revolution has well and truly made its way to our pools. This year’s CES has seen a significant increase in the brands offering robot pool cleaners, with five standout brands – BeatBot, Dreame, Aiper, Wybot and Tolosbo – showcasing innovations that are set to change the way we think about pool cleaning.
Each brand has taken their own style to pool cleaning with some taking the “set and forget” approach, while others require a bit more hands on. Let’s dive into what each of these brands brought to CES 2024…
Wybot
Wybot has made quite an entrance at CES 2025 with their S3 Pool Cleaning Robot, and this one is an exciting proposition with this one heading to Australia through both Bunnings (under the Hy-Clor brand) and WaterCo (keeping the Wybot name). What makes the S3 particularly interesting is that it’s the world’s first truly self-emptying pool cleaner. Think of it as the aquatic equivalent of the top-end robot vacuums that empty themselves, but instead of a tiny bin, you’re getting a generous 10-litre collection station that can handle up to a month’s worth of debris. The 3D mapping system with its multiple sensors and gyroscope mean it won’t miss those tricky corners in even the most oddly shaped pools.
A feature well-suited to the Australian climate is in its solar-assisted charging system. Under optimal conditions, you can get 1.5 hours of cleaning time from a single day of solar charging. The underwater sonar communication system is another neat trick, letting you monitor and control the cleaner in real-time through your phone, even while submerged. This is a set and forget type system and expect the pricing to reflect that when it arrives at Bunnings and WaterCo.
BeatBot
BeatBot have brought to CES their impressive AquaSense 2 Series, showcasing three distinct models to suit different pool owners needs. The lineup includes the entry-level AquaSense 2, the mid-range Aqua-Sense 2 Ultra, and the premium AquaSense 2 Pro. Each model shares the same sleek, modern design language, with their charging docks adding a premium touch to the overall package.
The AquaSense 2 Series stands out with each model featuring BeatBot’s advanced navigation technology and what appears to be a robust construction. The Ultra and Pro models are built to tackle larger pools with their enhanced features, though we’ll have to wait until they secure a local distributor to put those claims to the test.
Dreame
Dreame’s CES 2025 is showcasing their Z1 Pro robotic pool cleaner, which brings some fascinating innovations that separate themselves from the others in the category. This cleaner doesn’t just dive in blindly – it actually takes time to understand your pool’s shape before starting to work, thanks to their PoolSense technology. With an impressive 8,000GPH suction power and dual brush system.
The Z1 Pro really offers a point of difference with its LiFi Control System, which uses optical communication for precise navigation – think of it as GPS for your pool. Dreame have boosted their horizontal waterline cleaning efficiency by 50 percent compared to previous models. Expect a March 2025 launch with Australian availability expected through their local website and authorised retailers.
Aiper
Aiper has really pushed the boundaries at CES2025 with their new flagship Scuba X1 Pro Max, and calling it a pool cleaner almost feels like an understatement. With what Aiper claims is the world’s strongest suction at 8,500 GPH (that’s gallons per hour), powered by nine motors. The standout feature has to be their OmniSense+ 2.0 system, which uses an impressive array of 40 ultrasonic sensors to map and navigate your pool. Combined with their MicroMesh ultra-fine, it’s clear Aiper is leaving nothing behind from the bottom of your pool.
Where the Suba X1 Pro Max really shows its smarts is with its new HomeComingDock system and optional HydroComm Pro integration. Imagine your pool cleaner not just cleaning, but also monitoring your water quality and sending your maintenance recommendations through its app. Expected to hit the market in mid-February 2025, we will keep you posted on Australian pricing when it’s announced.
Tolosbo
Rounding out our CES2025 pool cleaner showcase is the Tolosbo Pleco Pro, which takes a straightforward approach compared to some of the feature-rich competitors above. While other brands are pushing boundaries with solar charging and self-emptying stations, the Pleca Pro focuses on getting the basics right. With 4,000 GPH sucking power, it’s more than capable of handling pools up to 200 square metres. The cordless design and quick three-hour charging time mean you’re spending less time fiddling with setup.
The status indicator takes the guesswork out of operation, while its wall-climbing abilities and smart navigation ensure it doesn’t miss those hard to reach spots. With a generous 5-litre debris capacity, it’s clear Tolosbo has designed this for practical, real-world use that just cleans your pool really well without all the bells and whistles. No word on Australian availability just yet but we will keep you posted on any future announcements.
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