Dolphin E10 versus Dolphin Active 10
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Active 10 or E10. Which wins?
Diving into the Active 10 vs E10, our pool experts distinguish the key features you'll want to look for when choosing a pool robot. That way, you can decide between the Dolphin E10 or Dolphin Active 10.
E10 is missing...
Missing Weekly Timer
Without a timer, the Dolphin E10 won't automatically run every day. This is an essential feature you'll need, unless you want to manually turn on the robot everyday.
No Wall Coverage
Without wall climbing or waterline cleaning, the Dolphin E10 won't clean any part of your pool's walls and only clean the floors - Missing the dirtest part of your pool, the waterline.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →
No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the E10 cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →Active 10 is missing...
Missing Weekly Timer
Without a timer, the Dolphin Active 10 won't automatically run every day. This is an essential feature you'll need, unless you want to manually turn on the robot everyday.
No Wall Coverage
Without wall climbing or waterline cleaning, the Dolphin Active 10 won't clean any part of your pool's walls and only clean the floors - Missing the dirtest part of your pool, the waterline.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →
No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the Active 10 cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →Compare essential features...
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E10 | Active 10 | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| MultiMedia | No |
No |
No |
Yes | Dual Stabilizer | No |
No |
Yes | Yes | Gyroscope | No |
No |
Yes | No |
3 Year Warranty | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| No Restocking Fee | Yes | No |
Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | Yes | No |
Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
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Key Differences
E10
- Floor Only Coverage - Only cleans the floor
- No Waterline Cleaning - Won't clean the dirtest part of your pool
- No Anti-Tangle Swivel
- No NanoFilters™ - Cannot clean smaller debris and algae
- Overshadowed by the newer Gen 2 models with more features - such as the ProLine and Max-Series
Active 10
- Floor Only Coverage - Only cleans the floor
- No Waterline Cleaning - Won't clean the dirtest part of your pool
- No Anti-Tangle Swivel
- No NanoFilters™ - Cannot clean smaller debris and algae
- Overshadowed by the newer Gen 2 models with more features - such as the ProLine and Max-Series
Compare Dolphin E10 vs Dolphin Active 10
| Features | E10 | Active 10 |
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| Wall Climbing | |
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| Waterline Cleaning | |
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| Programmable Timer | |
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| Full Filter Indicator | |
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| Gyroscope | |
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| 3 Year Warranty | |
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Standard Fine Filter
These standard filters help capture larger items such as small leaves and other debris, while maximizing flow rate. However, if your pool struggles with cloudy pool water, small algae, or sand. You many want to consider a unit with NanoFilters™.
The Dolphin E10 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Active 10 includes a standard filter.
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| Part Number | 99996133-USF | 99996151-USF |
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| ASIN | B01BUE8XVC | |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor | Floor |
| Cleaning Cycle | 1.5 hours | 1.5 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 1 | 1 |
| Cable Length | 40 ft | 40 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | No | No |
| Pool Types | Above Ground | Above Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 30 ft | 30 ft |
| Pool Shape | Rectangle, Oval, or Freeform | Rectangle, Oval, or Freeform |
| Obstacles | Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups | Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups |
| Surface | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner |
| Media-Alert® | No | No |
| Automated Weekly Timer | No | No |
| Remote operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin E10 Review | Dolphin Active 10 Review |
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