Aiper has launched its new models of pool cleaning robots, and the new Scuba S1 is undoubtedly the best option for domestic swimming poolswith an excellent ratio between price and performance.
The task of cleaning the pool of your dreams is undoubtedly one of the most tedious of the summer, at least until the arrival of cleaning robots. First anchored to the vacuum tube of your purification system and then to a cable that provided electricity, but now the cleaning robots enjoy total freedom thanks to their rechargeable battery and new navigation systems and greater power which allows them cleans not only the floor, but also the walls and, on the most high-end models, even the water pipe. The new Aiper Scuba S1, however, is a mid-range model that includes all of these features, including a weekly schedule that lets you keep the pool clean when you’re away from home. We tried it and let you know our impressions.
Features
- Pools made of all materials (vinyl, cement, tiles, fiberglass)
- Maximum pool size: 15 meters (150 m2)
- Motors 2x movement, 1x filtration (brushless)
- 1x Cepillo frontal PVC
- Suction power 265 LPM
- Filtering up to 180 µm
- 3.5 L collection basket
- Battery 150 minutes (solar charging optional)
- Charging time 3-4 hours
- Cleaning modes x4 (automatic, floor, walls, weekly)
- Contents of the box: Robot Scuba S1, charger, user manual, collection hook (pole not included)
The Aiper Scuba S1 is one of the new models of this year 2024, and its improvements include its more compact size and reduced weight, making it easier to remove from the pool. Aiper has chosen to use a “track” type traction system in these new models, replacing the traditional wheels of last year’s models. With this new system, they get Greater traction that significantly improves wall cleaning
The autonomy of this S1 is 150 minutes, more than enough to clean a swimming pool of up to 150 square meters. Cleaning does not adapt to the pool type, that is, the robot continues cleaning until it detects that the battery is about to run out, after which it stops cleaning. function. Depending on the type of cleaning you have chosen, the battery life may vary, because if you include the walls and the water pipe it will require greater power and therefore the cleaning will last less than these 150 minutes. The suction power is very high, It even sucks up small stones and toys. this can be on the bottom of the pool. Its 3.5 liter capacity basket allows you to store a lot of waste, more than enough for cleaning.
Cleaning modes
We have four different cleaning modes that you can choose by pressing the only button on the robot. This not only makes it easier to handle, but also improves it since the rotary wheel of the Seagull Pro that I have been using for a year sometimes stiffens up. The change in control system seems to me to be a success. The models we can choose are:
- Automatic cleaning: cleans floor, walls and water pipe
- Wall cleaning: walls only
- Floor cleaning: floor only
- ECO/Scheduled Cleaning: For one week, perform a 45-minute floor cleaning every 48 hours.
Personally, I always use the automatic mode to completely clean the pool. Start by cleaning the walls in an “N” pattern, including cleaning the water line. Once th is job is complete, continue cleaning the floor using an “S” pattern. When the battery is about to run out The robot is placed on one of the edges of the pool to facilitate its removal and stopping
The floor or wall mode is useful for specific cleanings, but what I consider a big success is the ECO mode, which is actually a weekly program mode that is particularly useful when you are not at home. For a week, every 48 hours it will carry out a 45-minute cleaning cycle, so that when you get home the pool is in perfect condition. My pool is quite conventional in terms of size and shape, but this S1 is valid for any pool in terms of material and shape. I found no problems with pipes, lights or other obstructions this could have been found during cleaning. He was even able to climb the stairs to the swimming pool, although his size, too small for the robot to turn around, prevented him from cleaning them properly.
I was impressed with how easily it climbs the pool walls and stays partially out of the pool, clearing the water line. The Seagull Pro model I had so far climbed walls well, but it didn’t climb as easily as this S1, or at least that’s my impression. Although it does not have any sensor-guided navigation system, I didn’t find any areas that I didn’t clean in my pool after a complete process
The 3.5 liter basket is more than enough for a complete cleaning. The 180µm filter can capture all types of dirt, but I noticed that if very fine dust is deposited, which is common after a period without cleaning the pool after the winter, it is not able to capture it and returns to the pool. This is common unless there is a dual filter system like that of the S1 Pro model. That’s why I consider it recommended. carry out the first cleaning of the pool manually with the conventional pool cleaner, expelling the water into the wastewater treatment plant drain, then carrying out maintenance cleaning with the robot. Cleaning the basket is recommended after each cycle, and is very simple using a hose.
Editor’s opinion
After a year of using the Seagull Pro model, this new Scuba S1 seems to me to improve in every way. Great suction power, new cleaning programs, excellent autonomy and enormous ease in climbing walls and avoiding obstacles make it the perfect robot for domestic swimming pools up to 15 meters in length (i.e. 99.99 %). Its official price is $699 but It can be purchased on Amazon now for $595 (link).
- Editor’s Note
- 4.5 star rating
- Exceptional
$699
- Diving S1
- Review of: Luis Padilla
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Benefits
- Compact and lighter
- Great power
- Four programs
- Track traction system
- Easy-clean filter
- Avoid obstacles with ease
Against
- Does not clean the finest dust
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