Dolphin Explorer E30 versus Dolphin Explorer E20
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Explorer E20 or Explorer E30. Which wins?
Diving into the Explorer E20 vs Explorer E30, 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 E30 or Dolphin Explorer E20.
Explorer E30 is missing...
Lower Suction Power
The Explorer E30 uses the standard motors, rather than utilizing the more powerful, commercial-grade motors found on the ProLine™ which filter an extra 500 GPH+.
No Multi-Media
The Explorer E30 doesn't have Multi-Media™. Multi-Media™ allows a robot to swap between filter options in seconds. Multi-Media™ is exclusively found on the Dolphin Premier.
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Shorter Warranty
The Explorer E30 also has a shorter 2 year warranty compared to a 3 year warranty.
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No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the Explorer E20 cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →
Missing Commercial-Grade Motors
The Explorer E20 uses the standard motors, rather than utilizing the more powerful, commercial-grade motors found on the ProLine™
No Waterline Cleaning
Without waterline cleaning, the Dolphin Explorer E20 won't clean the dirtest part of your pool. The Explorer E20 only has partial wall climbing.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →Compare essential features...
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Explorer E30 | Explorer E20 | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | Yes | 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
Shoppers ultimately bought... Compare vs.
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 E30
- Weaker Suction - Does not utilize the larger, commercial-grade motors that filter up to 500 GPH more that are found on the Dolphin Sigma and Dolphin Premier
- 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
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
Compare Dolphin Explorer E30 vs Dolphin Explorer E20
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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 Explorer E30 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 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 E30 includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 does not include 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 E30 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 does not include an anti-tangle swivel.
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| Part Number | 99996240-XP | 99996148-XP |
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| ASIN | B08T1XTQMK | B08T1MWL1V |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | Floor and Walls |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 1 |
| Cable Length | 60 ft | 50 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 40 ft | 33 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 | Yes | No |
| Remote operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Explorer E30 Review | Dolphin Explorer E20 Review |
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