There comes a time in every pool owner’s life when they question if it’s all worth it. From checking the chlorine levels to fishing out leaves with an awkwardly oversized pole, keeping a pool swimmable takes a lot of effort. If you’re looking for ways to make cleaning your pool easier, Aiper Global has recently launched its revolutionary cordless robotic pool cleaning brand in Australia. I recently tested the Seagull SE. Here’s what I thought.
Aiper’s Seagull SE is a cordless robotic pool cleaner, and they work exactly like a robot vacuum, except underwater. It is charged on land before being submerged in the pool. Once in, stand back and watch in awe as your robot works its deep cleaning magic, effectively sucking up dirt and debris from the bottom of your pool.
Aiper Seagull SE Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner
What’s in the box?
- Seagull SE
- Spare wheels x 2
- Manual
- Power cord
- 2 x brushes
- Retrieval hook
Hardware specs
Cleaning Capabilities: 30w of power pump 11 gallons of water per minute through the Seagull SE
Pool size: Cleans pools up to 80m2
Pool types: Flat-bottomed pool
Total weight: 3kg
Battery: It takes 2.5 hours to charge fully and provides over 90 minutes of cleaning capabilities.
Suction: 11GPM(42LPM)
Setup
The Seagull SE comes fully assembled and ready to go (after charging, of course!). You have to click on the two little brushes underneath.
Performance
Aiper’s Seagull SE is designed for smaller pools and works in the same way as the Elite Pro. The first noticeable difference is the design. The Seagull SE is smaller and has four caster wheels with two single (much smaller) scrubbing brushes.
When I dropped the Seagull SE into the pool, it seemed much faster; it’s the little pocket rocket you didn’t realise you needed. But you do!
We recently had a storm, and the pool was full of leaves. Would the Seagull SEO be up to the task? While the Seagull SE collected most of the leaves and dirt from the pool, there were still a bunch of large leaves that it didn’t pick up.
Pros
- Fast and compact
- Cordless
- Silent
- The price – it’s the cheaper of the two
- Collected sand and dirt from the bottom of the pool.
Cons
- Smaller filter basket (2L), so you must empty it more frequently.
- Not suitable for pools with an incline.
- Doesn’t climb walls
- Less powerful, but it still does the job.
Summary
The Seagull SE is fast, silent, and more affordable than other models in the Aiper range. Its only drawbacks are its small filter basket and inability to climb walls.
The verdict
The Aiper robotic pool cleaners take pool cleaning to the next level.
The Seagull SE is for smaller pools. If you want to spend more time enjoying your pool and less time cleaning it, these robotic cleaners are worth checking out.
Shop more Aiper robotic pool cleaners
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Aiper Seagull Pro
$699.99 (usually $1099.33), Aiper
Best for: The best value
If you’re looking for a robotic pool cleaner that is both simple to operate and good value for money, look no further than the Aiper Seagull Pro which is currently $400 off as part of the brand’s Click Frenzy Mayhem sale. With a 3.7L filter basket capacity, this cleaner is great for small to medium-sized pools and can run continuously for up to 150 minutes. It also takes just one switch to operate, which makes it easy for those who’d rather not fool around with a mobile phone app. Simply select the cleaning mode (using an intuitive dial), switch it on and let it go. Then the only thing you have left to do is kick back and enjoy your sparkling clean pool! One reviewer writes that they’re impressed by the unit’s value for money and the thoroughness of the clean. “Very happy with this cost-effective unit and love the fact that there is no cord for the cockatoos to chew,” says the reviewer.
Sizes: One size available.
Colours: Black.
Key features:
- Currently on sale, slash $400 on the RRP
- Easy to operate
- Cleans pool floor, wall and waterline
- Free delivery
- Two-year warranty from the date of purchase
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Aiper Scuba X1 cordless robotic pool cleaner
$1999, Aiper
Best for: Top of the range
The Scuba X1 is the latest addition to Aiper’s robotic pool cleaner range. It boasts an impressive lineup of features that make keeping your pool clean truly effortless from start to finish. Along with an impressive 6600 GPH of suction power, it has an extended battery life (able to clean for up to 3 hours) and a non-stop waterline scrubbing mode. Smart waterline parking means you’ll never need to fish the unit out of the bottom of the pool with an awkward hook again! It is suited to pools of all shapes and sizes and can clean the pool floor, walls and waterline.
Sizes: One size available.
Colours: Black.
Key features:
- Wireless charging dock
- 5L top load filter basket capacity’
- 3-hour long battery life
- Free delivery and free returns
- 30-day money-back guarantee and two-year warranty from date of purchase
Available at:
- $1990 from Aiper
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Aiper Scuba S1 Pro Cordless robotic pool cleaner
$1299 (usually $1999), Aiper
Best for: The all-rounder
The Aiper Scuba S1 Pro is an industry leading robotic pool cleaner. It not only cleans the bottom of the pool, but the walls at the waterline as well. Four infrared sensors give it the ability to navigate any pool and potential obstacles with ease. It’s suitable for use with concrete, fibreglass, vinyl and tile pools and can clean pools up to 200 metres square by 20 metres in length.
Sizes: One size available.
Colours: Black.
Key features:
- Can be controlled remotely via a smartphone app
- Scheduled clean capabilities
- Has 5 different cleaning modes available
- Battery lasts up to 180 minutes
- Comes with a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase
Available at:
- $1299 (usually $1799) from Aiper
Best for: The best-seller
There are 71 glowing, five-star reviews on Aiper’s best-selling Aiper Scuba S1. It has four cleaning modes: auto, floor, wall and eco and can clean all types of pool surfaces, including concrete, tile, vinyl and fibreglass. One reviewer says, “This pool robot works so well I discontinued my pool cleaning service. Wish I bought it sooner!” It comes with the robot unit, a retrieval hook and a wall charger.
The best part? There’s a great deal available on this machine as part of Aiper’s Black Friday sale. If you purchase directly from the Aiper online store, not only will you save $249 off the usual price, you’ll also receive a free pair of caterpillar treads valued at $45.90.
Sizes: One size is available.
Colours: Black.
Key features:
- Honoree at the CES Innovation Awards 2024
- Free delivery available
- Can clean pool walls, waterline and drain
- Uses Wavepath technology to navigate your pool
- Comes with a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase
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