Polaris FREEDOM

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Polaris FREEDOM

In-ground pools on a mid budget

around $1,199

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around $1,199 (US retailers, Oct 2026). Prices checked 15 October 2026. We may earn a commission from retailer links.

Key specs

Power
Cordless
Cleaning time
2.5 h or less
Charge time
Under 5 h
Filtration
4 L canister
Modes
Four, incl. app-only waterline and SMART Cycle

Our verdict

Most of the Freedom Plus for less. Runner-up cordless pick at The Pool Nerd.

What we like

  • Climbs to the waterline automatically at the end of a cycle
  • Double Helix brushes
  • Same 4 L canister as the Plus

What to know

  • No scheduling
  • No remote; retrieval by Tap & Lift or hook

How it compares

SpecPolaris FREEDOMBeatbot Sora 70Dolphin CaymanPolaris FREEDOM Plus
Pricearound $1,199 (US retailers, Oct 2026)around $1,199 (Beatbot store, Oct 2026)around $1,129 listaround $1,399 (US retailers, Oct 2026)
PowerCordlessCordless, 10,000 mAhCorded, 50 ft cableCordless, lithium-ion
Cleaning time2.5 h or less--Cleans the pool in 2.5 h or less (manufacturer)
Charge timeUnder 5 h--Under 5 h on charging caddy
Filtration4 L canister6 L basket, 150 micron (3 micron filter optional)-4 L canister
ModesFour, incl. app-only waterline and SMART Cycle---
Battery-10,000 mAh--
Runtime-Up to 5 h floor or 7 h surface (manufacturer)--
Coverage-Up to 300 m2 / 3,229 sq ft--

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