Dolphin S200 versus Dolphin Escape
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Escape or S200. Which wins?
Diving into the Escape vs S200, 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 S200 or Dolphin Escape.
S200 is missing...
Lower Suction Power
The S200 uses the standard motors, rather than utilizing the more powerful, commercial-grade motors found on the ProLine™ which filter an extra 500 GPH+.
No Multi-Media
The S200 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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Shorter Warranty
The S200 also has a shorter 2 year warranty compared to a 3 year warranty.
Shop all Dolphin Robots →Escape's top features...
Includes MaxBin™
The Dolphin Escape utilizes MaxBin™, an oversized filter basket that is easier to clean and is 50% larger than standard cartridges.
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Includes Active Scrubbing
The Dolphin Escape's Active Scrubbing spins at 2X the speed of the unit, rather than moving at the same speed - giving enchanced cleaning performance.
Includes NanoFilters™
Free with purchase at Poolbots, the Escape'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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S200 | Escape | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | Yes | 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 Escape Wins
S200
- Waterline Cleaning - Cleans the pool floor, wall, and waterline
- Weekly Timer - Schedule it to automatically clean every day, two days, or every three days
- Lower Suction Power - The S200 has smaller motors when compared to the ProLine Commercial-Grade Motors
- No Full Filter Indicator - Unlike other Premium robots, the Dolphin S200 doesn't alert you when the filters are full
- Restocking Fee - Unlike Poolbot's 30 Day Free Trial, sellers of the S200 charge a 20% or more to return it
- Shorter Warranty - Shorter warranty compared to the ProLine
Escape
- MaxBin™ is larger and easier to clean than filter cartridges
- FREE NanoFilters with purchase using code at checkout: DEEPCLEAN23
- HyperBrush - Scrubs 2X the speed of standard Dolphin robots
- SmartNav 2.0 - Advanced microprocessor enables a deeper cleaning performance
- Powerful Vacuuming - Cleans leaves, twigs, bugs, sand, and more
Compare Dolphin S200 vs Dolphin Escape
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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 S200 does not include NanoFilters™
The Dolphin Escape 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 S200 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Escape 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 S200 includes a weekly timer.
The Dolphin Escape does not include a weekly timer.
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 S200 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin Escape does not include an anti-tangle swivel.
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| Part Number | 99996202-USW | 99996153-SPLF |
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| ASIN | B01I466H94 | |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | No |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | MaxBin |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | Floor |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 1.5 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 1 |
| Cable Length | 60 ft | 40 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | No |
| Pool Types | In Ground | Above Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 40 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 | No |
| Remote operation | No | No |
| Restocking Fee | No |
No |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin S200 Review | Dolphin Escape Review |
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