Dolphin S100 versus Dolphin Explorer E20
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Explorer E20 or S100. Which wins?
Diving into the Explorer E20 vs S100, 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 S100 or Dolphin Explorer E20.
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S100 | Explorer E20 | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | No |
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 | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
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Compare Dolphin S100 vs Dolphin Explorer E20
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| Full Filter Indicator | |
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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 S100 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 S100 includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Explorer E20 does not include a weekly timer.
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| Part Number | 99996121-USF | 99996148-XP |
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| ASIN | B08T1MWL1V | |
| Waterline Cleaning | No | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor and Walls | Floor and Walls |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 1 | 1 |
| Cable Length | 50 ft | 50 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | No | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In 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 | 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 S100 Review | Dolphin Explorer E20 Review |
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