Dolphin Escape versus Dolphin Active 10
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Active 10 or Escape. Which wins?
Diving into the Active 10 vs Escape, 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 Escape or Dolphin Active 10.
Escape's top features...
Includes MaxBin™
The Dolphin Escape utilizes MaxBin™, an oversized filter basket that is easier to clean and is 50% larger than standard cartridges.
Read About MaxBin™ →
Includes Active Scrubbing
The Dolphin Escape's Active Scrubbing spins at 2X the speed of the unit, rather than moving at the same speed - giving enchanced cleaning performance.
Includes NanoFilters™
Free with purchase at Poolbots, the Escape's NanoFilter panels snap in to clean smaller particles other cleaners will miss. Use code: DEEPCLEAN23 at checkout
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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Escape | Active 10 | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | Yes | 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 - Why Escape Wins
Escape
- MaxBin™ is larger and easier to clean than filter cartridges
- FREE NanoFilters with purchase using code at checkout: DEEPCLEAN23
- HyperBrush - Scrubs 2X the speed of standard Dolphin robots
- SmartNav 2.0 - Advanced microprocessor enables a deeper cleaning performance
- Powerful Vacuuming - Cleans leaves, twigs, bugs, sand, and more
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 Escape vs Dolphin Active 10
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NanoFilters™
Often overlooked, having a NanoFilter™ can be the most important part of a pool robot. Without it, small microscopic particulate will pass right through the standard filters found on most robots. These highly advanced filters capture more debris than any other filter on the market, leaving you with a cleaner, happier, and healthier pool.
The Dolphin Escape has optional NanoFilters™
The Dolphin Active 10 does not include NanoFilters™
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 Escape includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Active 10 includes a standard filter.
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| Part Number | 99996153-SPLF | 99996151-USF |
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| ASIN | B01I466H94 | |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | MaxBin | 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 | 33 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 | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass | 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 Escape Review | Dolphin Active 10 Review |
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