Wave 120 or 9550 Sport. Which wins?
Diving into the Wave 120 vs 9550 Sport, 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 Polaris 9550 Sport or Dolphin Wave 120.
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9550 Sport | Wave 120 | Sigma | Premier | |
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Cleans Waterline | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Nano Filtration | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
MultiMedia | No |
No |
No |
Yes | Dual Stabilizer | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Gyroscope | No |
Yes | Yes | No |
3 Year Warranty | No |
No |
Yes | Yes |
No Restocking Fee | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
30 Day Trial | No |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Compare Polaris 9550 Sport vs Dolphin Wave 120
Features | 9550 Sport | Wave 120 |
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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 Polaris 9550 Sport includes a standard filter.
The Dolphin Wave 120 includes a standard filter.
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.
The Polaris 9550 Sport does not include a full filter indicator.
The Dolphin Wave 120 includes 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.
The Polaris 9550 Sport does not include a dual stabilizer.
The Dolphin Wave 120 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 Polaris 9550 Sport does not include an anti-tangle swivel.
The Dolphin Wave 120 includes an anti-tangle swivel.
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Compare Specifications
Part Number | 9999359-W120 | |
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ASIN | B00JJ5I7GQ | B08YRWZD4K |
Waterline Cleaning | Yes | |
Multi-Media® | No | No |
# of Filters Included: | 1 | |
Filter Cleaning | Bottom Access | |
Cleaning Coverage | Floor, Walls and Waterline | |
Cleaning Cycle | hours | 4, 6 hours |
Number of Brushes | 4 | |
Cable Length | 130 ft | |
Anti-Tangle Swivel | Yes | |
Pool Types | In Ground | In Ground |
Maximum Pool Size | 121 ft | |
Pool Shape | Rectangular, Free Shape, Hopper, Kidney, Zero (beach) entry | |
Obstacles | Steps, Ladder, Drain Cover, Ledges, Pop-Ups | |
Surface | Gunite, Fiberglass, Vinyl, Liner | |
Media-Alert® | Yes | |
Automated Weekly Timer | No | |
Remote operation | Yes | |
Restocking Fee | No |
|
Warranty | Years | 2 Years |
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