Aiper Scuba S3

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Aiper Scuba S3

Pools with steady leaf fall or pollen

around $649

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around $649 (Aiper, Oct 2026). Prices checked 15 October 2026. We may earn a commission from retailer links.

Key specs

Cleans
Floor, walls, waterline
Runtime
240 min (Aiper)
Filtration
Standard plus fine

Our verdict

A practical mid-price option if runtime matters more than smart features.

What we like

  • Long rated runtime for the price
  • Waterline cleaning

What to know

  • Systematic but not camera-based navigation

How it compares

SpecAiper Scuba S3Dolphin E10Beatbot Sora 30Dolphin Nautilus AG
Pricearound $649 (Aiper, Oct 2026)around $599 list, seen at $499 at major retailersaround $699 (Beatbot store, list $999, Oct 2026)around $568 (Dolphin US store, Oct 2026)
CleansFloor, walls, waterlineFloor onlyFloor, shallow areas, walls, waterlineFloor and cove
Runtime240 min (Aiper)---
FiltrationStandard plus fineTop-load basket-Top-load basket
Power-Corded-Corded
Pool size-Up to 30 ft--
Warranty-2 years3 years1 year (per The Pool Nerd)
Suction--6,800 GPH (manufacturer)-
Retrieval--Surface parking-

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