Independent Robotic Pool Cleaners vs. Suction Side and Pressure Side Cleaners | |||
| Features | Fully Independent | Suction Side* | Pressure Side** |
| Eliminates Hoses | YES | NO | NO |
| Power Driven Scrubbing Brushes | YES | NO | NO |
| Drastically Eliminates Backwashing | YES | NO | NO |
| Drastically Reduces Electricity Cost | YES | NO | NO |
| Tank-Like Rubber Climbing Tracks | YES | NO | NO |
| Independent Filter System | YES | NO | NO |
| Reduces Main Filter Wear | YES | NO | NO |
| Scrubs Water Line | YES | NO | NO |
| Saves Water | YES | NO | NO |
| Computerized Cleaning Coverage | YES | NO | NO |
| Thin Power Cord | YES | NO | NO |
| Voltage Required and Used | 24v | 110v | 110v |
| Most Maintenance Eliminated | YES | NO | NO |
| * Kreepy Krauly, Barracuda, Arneson/Hayward Navigator, Great White, Aqua Bug, Explorer, | |||
| Questa Maxivac, Arneson Pool Sweep, etc. ** Polaris, Letho, etc. | |||