Dolphin Proteus DX3 versus Dolphin Cayman
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Cayman or Proteus DX3. Which wins?
Diving into the Cayman vs Proteus DX3, 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 Proteus DX3 or Dolphin Cayman.
Proteus DX3 is missing...
No NanoFilters™
Without these Gen 2 filters, the Proteus DX3 cannot clean smaller particles, such as algae, sand, and other debris.
Why NanoFilters are essential →
Missing Commercial-Grade Motors
The Proteus DX3 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 Proteus DX3 won't clean the dirtest part of your pool. The Proteus DX3 only has partial wall climbing.
Why Waterline Cleaning is Needed →Cayman's top features...
Includes MaxBin™
The Dolphin Cayman utilizes MaxBin™, an oversized filter basket that is easier to clean and is 50% larger than standard cartridges.
Read About MaxBin™ →Cleans the Wall
The Dolphin Cayman cleans your pool's floor and walls with Active Scrubbing
Why Wall Climbing is Needed →
Includes NanoFilters™
Free with purchase at Poolbots, the Cayman's NanoFilter panels snap in to clean smaller particles other cleaners will miss. Use code: DEEPCLEAN23 at checkout
Why NanoFilters are essential →Compare essential features...
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Proteus DX3 | Cayman | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | No |
Yes | 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 | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
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Key Differences - Why Cayman Wins
Proteus DX3
- 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
- Shorter Warranty - Shorter warranty compared to the Dolphin ProLine
Cayman
- Best Pool Robot Under $800 with NanoFilter™ capability, Weekly Timer, HyperBrush, and Wall Climbing.
- MaxBin™ is larger and easier to clean than filter cartridges
- Wall Climbing - Complete floor and wall coverage
- FREE NanoFilters with purchase using code at checkout: DEEPCLEAN23
- Weekly Timer - Schedule the robot to automatically clean
- HyperBrush - Scrubs 2X the speed of standard Dolphin robots
Compare Dolphin Proteus DX3 vs Dolphin Cayman
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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 Proteus DX3 does not include NanoFilters™
The Dolphin Cayman has optional 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 Proteus DX3 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Cayman 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 Proteus DX3 includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Cayman includes a weekly timer.
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| Part Number | 99996114-LES | 99996135-SPL |
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| ASIN | B083YZG3LV | B07TMRFS4H |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | MaxBin |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor and Walls | Floor, Walls |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 1.5 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 1 | 1 |
| Cable Length | 50 ft | 50 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | No | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground & Above Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 33 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 | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass |
| Media-Alert® | No | No |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Proteus DX3 Review | Dolphin Cayman Review |
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