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Beatbot Sora 70
- Battery: 10,000 mAh
- Runtime: Up to 5 h floor or 7 h surface (manufacturer)
- Coverage: Up to 300 m2 / 3,229 sq ft
around $1,199 (Beatbot store, Oct 2026)
Pool · Updated 15 October 2026
Beatbot Review 2026: AquaSense, Sora and iSkim Compared
The short answerBeatbot makes premium cordless pool robots known for surface skimming, long battery life, surface parking and 3-year warranties. For most buyers, the Beatbot Sora 70 is the best value: it cleans the surface, floor, walls and waterline for around $1,199. The AquaSense 2 Ultra adds AI mapping for complex pools.
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Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra
- Battery: 13,400 mAh
- Runtime: Up to 5 h floor, 4.5 h walls, 10 h surface
- Coverage: Up to 320 m2 / 3,444 sq ft per cycle
around $2,699 (Beatbot store, list $3,150, Oct 2026)
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Beatbot AquaSense X
- Feature: AstroRinse station cleans the filter automatically
- Filtration: Multi-stage, down to 150 micron
- Salt: Up to 5,000 ppm
around $4,250 (Beatbot store, Oct 2026)
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Beatbot AquaSense 2
- Battery: 10,000 mAh
- Runtime: About 4 h floor
- Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline
around $799 (Beatbot store, list $1,298, Oct 2026)
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Beatbot Sora 30
- Suction: 6,800 GPH (manufacturer)
- Cleans: Floor, shallow areas, walls, waterline
- Retrieval: Surface parking
around $699 (Beatbot store, list $999, Oct 2026)
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Beatbot Sora 10
- Power: Cordless, 7,800 mAh (per The Pool Nerd)
- Suction: 6,800 GPH (manufacturer)
- Cleans: Floor, walls, waterline and shallow platforms
around $469 (Beatbot store, list $699, Oct 2026)
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Beatbot iSkim
- Type: Solar-assisted surface skimmer
- Runtime: Up to 28 h (manufacturer)
- Basket: 9 L
around $359 (Beatbot store, list $499, Oct 2026)
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Beatbot is a smart pool robotics brand led by founder and CEO Siler Wang. It launched its first robots, the AquaSense and AquaSense Pro, at CES in January 2024, and has since expanded quickly into the US, Europe and Australia. Every Beatbot pool cleaner is cordless.
Beatbot's big idea is the all-in-one robot: one machine that skims the surface, scrubs the floor, walls and waterline, and in some models adds a water clarifier. That is convenient, but it comes at a price, and independent testers are divided on whether the cleaning results justify it. Here is what the evidence says. For other brands, see our robot pool cleaner guide.
| Model | Price (Oct 2026) | Surface cleaning | Max runtime (manufacturer) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sora 70 | around $1,199 | Yes | 7 h surface / 5 h floor | All-round value |
| AquaSense 2 Ultra | around $2,699 | Yes | 10 h surface / 5 h floor | Complex pools |
| AquaSense X | around $4,250 | Yes | Not published | Self-cleaning filter |
| AquaSense 2 | around $799 | No (parks at surface) | 4 h floor | Mid-range |
| Sora 30 | around $699 | No (parks at surface) | Not published | Shallow ledges |
| Sora 10 | around $469 | No | Not published | Above-ground |
| iSkim | around $359 | Surface only | 28 h | Leaves and insects |
Model by model
Best value Beatbot
Beatbot Sora 70
- Price
- around $1,199 (Beatbot store, list $1,499, Oct 2026)
- Battery
- 10,000 mAh
- Runtime
- Up to 5 h floor or 7 h surface (manufacturer)
- Coverage
- Up to 300 m2 / 3,229 sq ft
- Filtration
- 6 L basket, 150 micron (3 micron filter optional)
- Charge
- About 4.5 h
- Warranty
- 3 years
Pros
- Cleans surface, shallow platforms, waterline, walls and floor
- Large 6 L basket
- Bob Vila's best all-in-one pick (2026)
Cons
- About 10.5 kg to lift
- Standard filter is coarse
Verdict: Most of the flagship's abilities for less than half the price. Our top Beatbot pick.
Best for complex pools
Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra
- Price
- around $2,699 (Beatbot store, list $3,150, Oct 2026)
- Battery
- 13,400 mAh
- Runtime
- Up to 5 h floor, 4.5 h walls, 10 h surface
- Coverage
- Up to 320 m2 / 3,444 sq ft per cycle
- Filtration
- 150 + 250 micron, two baskets
- Weight
- 13.2 kg / 29.1 lb
- Warranty
- 3 years
Pros
- AI camera and HybridSense mapping
- 5-in-1 cleaning including water clarification
- Works in salt pools up to 5,000 ppm
Cons
- Heavy
- The Pool Nerd rated it 3.0 out of 5 and found cheaper corded robots cleaned as well
Verdict: Impressive technology, but you pay a large premium for convenience over cleaning power.
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Beatbot AquaSense X
- Price
- around $4,250 (Beatbot store, Oct 2026)
- Feature
- AstroRinse station cleans the filter automatically
- Filtration
- Multi-stage, down to 150 micron
- Salt
- Up to 5,000 ppm
- Warranty
- 3 years
Pros
- Self-cleaning filter station, which Beatbot says was a world first in January 2026
- Full-pool coverage with surface control in the app
Cons
- Very expensive
- New product with limited long-term owner data
Verdict: The most hands-off pool robot on sale, if money is no object.
Best mid-range
Beatbot AquaSense 2
- Price
- around $799 (Beatbot store, list $1,298, Oct 2026)
- Battery
- 10,000 mAh
- Runtime
- About 4 h floor
- Cleans
- Floor, walls, waterline
- Filtration
- 150 micron, two layers
- Depth
- 0.5 to 3 m
Pros
- Parks at the surface for one-touch retrieval
- Bob Vila's best AI navigation pick (2026)
Cons
- No surface skimming
- The Pool Nerd rated it 3.7 out of 5
Verdict: A sensible entry to Beatbot's AquaSense range.
Best for shallow ledges on a budget
Beatbot Sora 30
- Price
- around $699 (Beatbot store, list $999, Oct 2026)
- Suction
- 6,800 GPH (manufacturer)
- Cleans
- Floor, shallow areas, walls, waterline
- Retrieval
- Surface parking
- Warranty
- 3 years
Pros
- Shallow-area cleaning at a mid price
- Surface parking
Cons
- The Pool Nerd was underwhelmed after two weeks
- Fine filter sold separately
Verdict: Decent value, but compare with corded robots at the same price.
Best for above-ground pools
Beatbot Sora 10
- Price
- around $469 (Beatbot store, list $699, Oct 2026)
- Suction
- 6,800 GPH (manufacturer)
- Cleans
- Floor, walls, waterline, shallow platforms
- Battery
- 7,800 mAh (per The Pool Nerd)
- Warranty
- 3 years
Pros
- Designed for above-ground pools
- The Pool Nerd's highest-rated Beatbot (3.9) and described as well built
Cons
- Slow, fairly random path
- Bigger pools need more than one charge
Verdict: The cheapest way into Beatbot and a good fit for above-ground pools.
Best skimmer
Beatbot iSkim
- Price
- around $359 (Beatbot store, list $499, Oct 2026)
- Type
- Solar-assisted surface skimmer
- Runtime
- Up to 28 h (manufacturer)
- Basket
- 9 L
- Warranty
- 3 years
Pros
- Huge basket
- Runs all day on the surface
- Pairs with any floor robot
Cons
- Surface only, does not clean floor or walls
Verdict: Add it to any robot if floating debris is your main headache.
Is Beatbot worth it? Our verdict
Beatbot builds some of the most feature-rich cordless pool robots available. Surface skimming, surface parking, long runtimes and a 3-year warranty across the range are genuine advantages. Bob Vila picked two Beatbots in its 2026 list (Sora 70 and AquaSense 2).
The counterpoint comes from specialist testers. The Pool Nerd rated every Beatbot between 3.0 and 3.9 out of 5 and argued that cheaper corded robots, particularly Dolphins, delivered stronger floor, wall and filtration results. Lifehacker's 2024 review of the earlier AquaSense Pro also questioned its value. Our view: buy a Beatbot for convenience and surface cleaning, not for the finest filtration.
How we chose
We have not tested Beatbot robots. This review uses Beatbot's own specifications and prices (checked October 2026), independent reviews from Bob Vila, The Pool Nerd and Lifehacker, owner rating patterns, and comparisons with rival brands' published specs.
Beatbot ranges explained
- AquaSense series: the premium line. AquaSense 2 is the entry model; the 2 Ultra adds an AI camera, surface skimming and clarifier; the AquaSense X adds a self-cleaning filter station.
- Sora series: newer, more affordable robots with 6,800 gallons per hour of suction. The Sora 70 adds JetPulse surface cleaning.
- iSkim: a dedicated surface skimmer with a 9 L basket.
- Retail editions (A100, P300 and variants): versions sold through pool shops, often with different names from the online range.
Beatbot pros and cons
Pros
- 3-year warranty across the range.
- Surface parking makes retrieval easier.
- Surface skimming on Sora 70 and AquaSense 2 Ultra.
- Long manufacturer-rated runtimes.
Cons
- High prices, especially at the top end.
- 150-micron standard filters are coarser than Dolphin's ultra-fine options.
- Heavy flagship robots (13.2 kg for the 2 Ultra).
- Cordless only, so you always charge and retrieve.
Beatbot vs Dolphin and Aiper
Against Dolphin, Beatbot wins on convenience and features, and Dolphin wins on value and fine filtration according to The Pool Nerd. Against Aiper, Beatbot is generally pricier but offers a 3-year warranty across its range, while Aiper covers a wider price range and has had two US CPSC recalls on older models. See our full Beatbot vs Aiper comparison and the best cordless robots.
Beatbot company claims, checked
Beatbot describes itself as a global leader in smart pool robotics and claims over 500 patents (granted or pending), over 100,000 customers and a presence in 38+ markets. These are the company's own figures and we could not verify them independently. Its own site also gives two different retail store counts (1,000+ and 2,000+).
Frequently asked questions
Is Beatbot better than Dolphin?
It depends on what you value. Beatbot offers cordless convenience, surface skimming and 3-year warranties. Specialist reviewer The Pool Nerd found corded Dolphins cleaned floors and walls better and caught finer particles for less money.
Is a Beatbot pool cleaner worth it?
If you want an all-in-one cordless robot that also skims the surface, yes, particularly the Sora 70. If you mainly want the cleanest floor for the money, a corded robot is usually better value.
How long does a Beatbot battery last?
Beatbot rates the AquaSense 2 Ultra at up to 5 hours on the floor and 10 hours on the surface, and the Sora 70 at up to 5 hours floor and 7 hours surface. Independent testers report shorter real-world times for some models.
What warranty does Beatbot offer?
Beatbot advertises a 3-year warranty across its range, described as full replacement protection on the AquaSense 2 Ultra product page.
Can Beatbot robots be used in saltwater pools?
Yes. Beatbot says the AquaSense 2 Ultra and AquaSense X work in saltwater pools with salinity below 5,000 ppm.
What is the highest rated pool cleaning robot?
Ratings vary by reviewer. Bob Vila's 2026 best overall is the corded Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus, with the Beatbot Sora 70 as best all-in-one. See our main robot pool cleaner guide for our picks.
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