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Dolphin Wave 80 versus Dolphin Sigma

Compare Features, Filters, and Warranty

Sigma or Wave 80. Which wins?

Diving into the Sigma vs Wave 80, 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 Wave 80 or Dolphin Sigma.

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Dolphin Max-Series Dolphin ProLine
Dolphin Logo Wave 80 Sigma
Cleans Waterline Yes Yes
Nano
Filtration
No
Yes
MultiMedia
No
No
Leaf Bag
No
No
Dual Stabilizer Yes Yes
Gyroscope Yes Yes
3 Year Warranty
No
Yes
No Restocking Fee Yes Yes
30 Day Trial Yes Yes
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Compare Dolphin Wave 80 vs Dolphin Sigma

Features Wave 80 Sigma
Standard Filter yes yes
NanoFilters™ no yes
Wall Climbing yes yes
Waterline Cleaning yes yes
Programmable Timer no yes
Gyroscope yes yes
Dual Stabilizer yes yes
Anti-Tangle Swivel yes yes
3 Year Warranty no yes

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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.

NanoFilters™ capture fine dirt and debris that passes through the standard filters
yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 does not include NanoFilters™
yes
The Dolphin Sigma includes 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™.

NanoFilter™ vs Standard Filters
NanoFilter™ (left) vs Standard Filters (right)
yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 includes a standard filter.
yes
The Dolphin Sigma 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.

yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 does not include a weekly timer.
yes
The Dolphin Sigma includes a weekly timer.

Full Filter Indicator

Let's you know when it is time to clean. With a full filter indicator, you won't have to guess when it is time to clean. The power supply will alert you directly, without having to pull out the unit to check.

Full Filter Indicator
yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 includes a full filter indicator.
yes
The Dolphin Sigma does not include a full filter indicator.

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.

yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 includes a dual stabilizer.
yes
The Dolphin Sigma 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.

yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
yes
The Dolphin Sigma 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.

yes
The Dolphin Wave 80 includes a 2 year warranty.
yes
The Dolphin Sigma includes a 3 year warranty.

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Compare Specifications

Dolphin Wave 80 Dolphin Sigma

Part Number 99991080-US 99991036-SPLI
ASIN B08YRZ9MP6 B07CZ1XVZX
Waterline Cleaning Yes Yes
Multi-Media® No No
# of Filters Included: 1 2
Filter Cleaning Top Access Ultra-fine NanoFilters and Standard Filter Cartridge sets
Cleaning Coverage Floor, Walls and Waterline Floor, Walls, Waterline
Cleaning Cycle 1.5, 2.5 hours 2.5 hours
Number of Brushes 3 4
Cable Length 80 ft 60 ft
Anti-Tangle Swivel Yes Yes
Pool Types In Ground In Ground
Maximum Pool Size 68 ft 50 ft
Pool Shape Rectangular, Free Shape, Hopper, Kidney, Zero (beach) entry 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® Yes No
Automated Weekly Timer No Yes
Remote operation Yes Yes - Through App
Restocking Fee No
No
Warranty 2 Years 3 Years
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