Dolphin Proteus DX5i versus Blue Helix One
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Blue Helix One or Proteus DX5i. Which wins?
Diving into the Blue Helix One vs Proteus DX5i, 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 DX5i or Blue Helix One.
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Proteus DX5i | Blue Helix One | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NanoFiltration | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| MultiMedia | No |
No |
No |
Yes | Dual Stabilizer | No |
Yes | 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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Compare Dolphin Proteus DX5i vs Blue Helix One
| Features | Proteus DX5i | Blue Helix One |
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| Waterline Cleaning | |
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| Programmable Timer | |
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| Dual Stabilizer |  |
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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 DX5i includes a standard filter.
The Blue Helix One 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 DX5i includes a weekly timer.
The Blue Helix One includes a weekly timer.
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 Proteus DX5i does not include a dual stabilizer.
The Blue Helix One includes 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 Proteus DX5i includes an anti-tangle swivel.
The Blue Helix One does not include an anti-tangle swivel.
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| Part Number | 99996212-LSWIF | |
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| ASIN | B0897VT8GY | B0C9FXFPGC |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | 1 | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Filter Basket |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | Floor, Wall, and Waterline |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 1, 2, 3 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 2 |
| Cable Length | 60 ft | 50ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | No |
| 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 | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner | Concrete, Plaster, Gunite, Pebble, Tile, Vinyl Liner, Fiberglass |
| Media-Alert® | No | No |
| Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote operation | No | Yes - Through App |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin Proteus DX5i Review | Blue Helix One Review |
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Learn more about the Dolphin Proteus DX5i and Blue Helix One 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 Blue Helix One Review, Dolphin Proteus DX5i Review, or browser other top robotic pool cleaner reviews.
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