Dolphin S200 versus Dolphin Proteus DX4
Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty
Proteus DX4 or S200. Which wins?
Diving into the Proteus DX4 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 Proteus DX4.
Compare essential features...
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S200 | Proteus DX4 | Sigma | Premier |
| Cleans Waterline | Yes | 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 |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| No Restocking Fee | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| 30 Day Trial | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
| Shop Now | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
Shoppers ultimately bought... Compare vs.
Dolphin Sigma
Sigma adds waterline cleaning, NanoFilters™, triple motors, gyroscope, 3 year warranty + 30 Day Free Trial.
Dolphin Premier
Premier adds waterline cleaning, commercial grade motors, MultiMedia™, NanoFilters™, 3 year warranty + 30 Day Free Trial.
Dolphin Cayman
Upgraded Max-Series™ with Wall Climbing, MaxBin™, Weekly Smart Timer, and NanoFiltration™ Capability
Key Differences
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
Proteus DX4
- No NanoFilters™ - Cannot clean smaller debris and algae
- Overshadowed by the newer Gen 2 models with more features - such as the ProLine and Max-Series
- Shorter Warranty - Shorter warranty compared to the Dolphin ProLine
Compare Dolphin S200 vs Dolphin Proteus DX4
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Compare Features
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 Proteus DX4 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 Proteus DX4 includes 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 Proteus DX4 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
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Compare Specifications
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| Part Number | 99996202-USW | 99996207-LSWF |
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| ASIN | B083YWJ5PQ | |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-Media® | No | No |
| # of Filters Included: | Ultra-Fine Filter Kit | 1 |
| Filter Cleaning | Top Access | Top Access |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | Floor, Walls and Waterline |
| Cleaning Cycle | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Number of Brushes | 2 | 2 |
| Cable Length | 60 ft | 60 ft |
| Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | Yes |
| Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
| Maximum Pool Size | 40 ft | 40 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 | 2 Years |
| Read Reviews | Dolphin S200 Review | Dolphin Proteus DX4 Review |
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Learn more about the Dolphin S200 and Dolphin Proteus DX4 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 Dolphin Proteus DX4 Review, Dolphin S200 Review, or browser other top robotic pool cleaner reviews.
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