M400 or S200. Which wins?
Diving into the M400 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 M400.
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Compare Dolphin S200 vs Dolphin M400
Features | S200 | M400 |
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Standard Filter | ||
NanoFilters™ | ||
MaxBin™ | ||
Multi-Media™ | ||
Leaf Bag | ||
Wall Climbing | ||
Waterline Cleaning | ||
Programmable Timer | ||
Full Filter Indicator | ||
Gyroscope | ||
Dual Stabilizer | ||
Anti-Tangle Swivel | ||
3 Year Warranty |
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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 S200 includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin M400 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 M400 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 S200 does not include a dual stabilizer.
The Dolphin M400 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 S200 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin M400 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 S200 includes a 2 year warranty.
The Dolphin M400 includes a 3 year warranty.
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Part Number | 99996202-USW | 99991046-USI |
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ASIN | ||
Waterline Cleaning | Yes | Yes |
Multi-Media® | No | No |
# of Filters Included: | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit |
Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | Floor, Walls and Waterline |
Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 2.5 hours |
Number of Brushes | 2 | 3 |
Cable Length | 60 ft | 60 ft |
Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | Yes |
Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
Maximum Pool Size | 40 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 | No |
Automated Weekly Timer | Yes | Yes |
Remote operation | No | No |
Restocking Fee | No |
No |
Warranty | 2 Years | 3 Years |
Read Reviews | Dolphin S200 Review | Dolphin M400 Review |