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Dolphin Premier versus Dolphin Explorer E70
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Explorer E70 or Premier. Which wins?
Diving into the Explorer E70 vs Premier, 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 Premier or Dolphin Explorer E70.
Premier's top features...
Includes Multi-Media™
4 Filter Options. 1 Robot. Exclusive to the Dolphin Premier, it includes the most filter media options of any robots and the only with a Leaf Bag.
Read About Multi-Media™ →Cleans the Waterline
The Dolphin Premier cleans your entire pool - including the floor, wall, and waterline.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →
Includes NanoFilters™
The included Gen 2 NanoFilters capture smaller debris other cleaners miss.
Why NanoFilters are essential →Explorer E70 is missing...
No Multi-Media
The Explorer E70 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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Restocking Fee
Sellers of the Explorer E70 charge up to a 20% Restocking Fee. You'll want to avoid these units and look for a robot with a 30 Day Free Trial
Dolphin Robots with 30-Day Risk-Free Trials →Compare essential features...
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Premier | Explorer E70 |
| Cleans Waterline | Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | Yes | No |
| MultiMedia | Yes | No |
Leaf Bag | Yes | No |
Dual Stabilizer | Yes | No |
3 Year Warranty | Yes | Yes |
| No Restocking Fee | Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy |
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Compare Dolphin Premier vs Dolphin Explorer E70
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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 Premier includes NanoFilters™
The Dolphin Explorer E70 does not include NanoFilters™
Multi-Media™
Struggle with multiple types of debris in your swimming pool? This is your solution. Exclusive only to the Dolphin Premier, MultiMedia® is an innovative solution that allows up to 4 filters options to be changed within seconds. With an included Oversized Leaf Bag, NanoFilter set, and Standard Filter, you can swap between filters to target leaves, microscopic debris, or anything in-between.
The Dolphin Premier includes MultiMedia™
The Dolphin Explorer E70 does not include MultiMedia™
Oversized Leaf Bag
Another Dolphin Premier exclusive feature, the Oversized Leaf Bag makes capturing leaves and twigs in your swimming pool easy. Thanks to its unique design, the Dolphin Premier is the only Maytronics robot that utilizes the oversized leaf bag.
The Dolphin Premier includes MultiMedia™
The Dolphin Explorer E70 does not include MultiMedia™
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 Premier includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 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 Premier includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 includes a weekly timer.
Full Filter Indicator
Let's you know when it is time to clean. With a full filter indicator, you won't have to guess when it is time to clean. The power supply will alert you directly, without having to pull out the unit to check.
The Dolphin Premier includes a full filter indicator.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 includes a full filter indicator.
Dual Stabilizer
This essential piece to waterline cleaning allows the unit to cling to the walls of your pool - allowing a more precise and deeper clean at the waterline. Units with dual stabilizers have increased performance and agility while cleaning. It also doubles as an easy handle to pickup your robot from.
The Dolphin Premier includes a dual stabilizer.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 does not include a dual stabilizer.
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 Premier includes an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
3 Year Warranty
A robot is only as important as its warranty. By purchasing through an Authorized Maytronics Dealer such as Poolbots, you'll get the full warranty on all robotic pool cleaners available on Poolbots.com. Try any robotic pool cleaner risk-free for 30 days in your pool without any restocking fees.
The Dolphin Premier includes a 3 year warranty.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 includes a 3 year warranty.
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| Part Number | 99996339-SPL | 99996712-XP |
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| ASIN | B01BP8PLMM | B09XFCQJPH |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Media® | Yes | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 3 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Oversized Leaf Bag, Ultra-fine NanoFilter Cartridges, Standard Cartridges, & Optional Disposable Debris bag | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls, Waterline | Floor, Walls and Waterline |
| Cleaning Cycle | 3 hours | 1.5, 2 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 2 |
| Cable Length | 60 ft | 60 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | Yes |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 50 ft | 50 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® | Yes | Yes |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote operation | Yes - Optional Physical Remote | Yes - Through App |
| Restocking Fee | No |
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| Warranty | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Premier Review | Dolphin Explorer E70 Review |
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Learn more about the Dolphin Premier and Dolphin Explorer E70 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 Explorer E70 Review, Dolphin Premier Review, or browser other top robotic pool cleaner reviews.
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