Dolphin Explorer E20 versus Dolphin Active 20
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Active 20 or Explorer E20. Which wins?
Diving into the Active 20 vs Explorer E20, 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 Explorer E20 or Dolphin Active 20.
Compare essential features...
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Explorer E20 | Active 20 | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
Yes | 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 |
Shoppers ultimately bought... Compare vs.
Dolphin Cayman
Upgraded Max-Series™ with Wall Climbing, MaxBin™, Weekly Smart Timer, and NanoFiltration™ Capability
Dolphin Quantum
Features waterline cleaning, smart weekly timer, MaxBin™, NanoFilters™, and a 2 year warranty.
Dolphin Premier
Premier adds waterline cleaning, commercial grade motors, MultiMedia™, NanoFilters™, 3 year warranty + 30 Day Free Trial.
Key Differences
Explorer E20
- 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 20
- 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
- Shorter Warranty - Shorter warranty compared to the Dolphin ProLine
Compare Dolphin Explorer E20 vs Dolphin Active 20
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| Full Filter Indicator | |
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Compare Features
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 Explorer E20 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Active 20 includes a standard filter.
Programmable Weekly Timer
An automatic pool cleaner should be automatic, right? With a programmable weekly timer, you can set the robot to clean at different intervals. So your pool robot can clean for you everyday of the week while you sit back and relax - without the need to manually turn it on and off everyday.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 does not include a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Active 20 includes a weekly timer.
Anti-Tangle Cable Swivel
Say goodbye to pesky tangled cords. An anti-tangle swivel allows the robot to move 360 degrees around your pool without the cord getting tangled. So you can sit back and enjoy while your pool robot vacuums and cleans for you.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 does not include an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin Active 20 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
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Compare Specifications
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| Part Number | 99996148-XP | 99996203-USW |
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| ASIN | B08T1MWL1V | |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | Yes |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor and Walls | Floor, Walls and Waterline |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 1 | 2 |
| Cable Length | 50 ft | 60 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | No | Yes |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 33 ft | 40 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 | Yes |
| Remote operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Explorer E20 Review | Dolphin Active 20 Review |
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Learn more about the Dolphin Explorer E20 and Dolphin Active 20 in our reviews. Our in-depth pool robot reviews are written by our pool experts and will help you make an informed decision when purchasing a robotic pool cleaner for your pool. Read the Dolphin Active 20 Review, Dolphin Explorer E20 Review, or browser other top robotic pool cleaner reviews.
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