Dolphin Proteus DX3 versus Dolphin Explorer E70
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Explorer E70 or Proteus DX3. Which wins?
Diving into the Explorer E70 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 Explorer E70.
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 →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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Proteus DX3 | Explorer E70 | 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 |
Yes | 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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Compare Dolphin Proteus DX3 vs Dolphin Explorer E70
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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 Proteus DX3 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 Proteus DX3 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 Proteus DX3 does not include a full filter indicator.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 includes a full filter indicator.
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 Proteus DX3 does not include 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 Proteus DX3 includes a 2 year warranty.
The Dolphin Explorer E70 includes a 3 year warranty.
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| Part Number | 99996114-LES | 99996712-XP |
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| ASIN | B083YZG3LV | B09XFCQJPH |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | Yes |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor and Walls | Floor, Walls and Waterline |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 1.5, 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 | 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 | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner |
| Media-Alert® | No | Yes |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote operation | No | Yes - Through App |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 3 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Proteus DX3 Review | Dolphin Explorer E70 Review |
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