Pool Cleaners

Swimming pool cleaners are available in four types - suction, pressure, robotic and handheld pool vacuums. Automatic pool vacuums have models designed for in-ground and above ground pools. In-ground cleaners are built for larger and deeper pools with sloping wall transitions, and above ground cleaners are intended for flat-bottom pools with shallower depths.

Suction Cleaners attach to the pool wall skimmer, or a dedicated vacuum line. Shop popular models in the Hayward PoolVac style, Kreepy Krauly style and The Pool Cleaner style. The suction from the pool pump creates both movement and vacuuming to trap debris in the pump basket, or an in-line leaf strainer can be used. Suction cleaners are the most affordable cleaners, but in some cases are not as fully automatic or independent as other pool cleaner types. A 1 hp pump or larger is recommended to provide enough suction power.

Pressure Cleaners attach to a pool return line or dedicated cleaner line, and water pressure drives the movement, vacuuming and sweeping functions, while trapping debris in an on-board debris bag. Popular in-ground cleaners include the Polaris 380 and 3900, or the Kreepy Racer and Hayward TriVac cleaners. There are also low-pressure models like Polaris 65 for above-ground pools and 165 and Polaris 360 for in-ground, that operate from the pressure provided by your filter pump. Booster pump models are the most automatic of pool cleaners, with a timer turning the booster pump on/off each day automatically.

Robotic Cleaners do not attach to the pool plumbing system at all; they operate under their own power and have on-board debris bags or filters. Ready to go right out of the box, robotic cleaners have a floating power cord that attaches to a small power supply box. The power supply transforms power from 115V to safe, low-voltage operation, and drives the on-board movement and vacuuming motors. Pool robots by Aquabot, Dolphin, Hayward, Pentair and Polaris are smart swimming pool cleaners that learn your pool, and feature remote controls and programmable settings.

Rechargeable Vacuums are battery operated handheld pool vacuums for vacuuming a pool, spa or fountain. Not an automatic pool cleaner by any means, you attach a battery operated vacuum to any pool pole and turn it on to suck-up dirt, leaves and debris with ease. Great for small above ground pools, or for spot cleaning larger pools, Watertech Pool Blaster, Catfish and CG battery pool vacs are fast charging, powerful pool and fountain vacuums that can rival most skimmers in suction power.

Automatic pool cleaners not only help keep your pool sparkling clean, they also make pool maintenance easier and more convenient. With a swimming pool cleaner, you can spend more time relaxing and less time cleaning your pool, for a more enjoyable swimming season. Our inventory includes a full selection from Polaris, Hayward, Kreepy Krauly, Aquabot and Zodiac. Read our hundreds of In The Swim pool cleaner reviews to help select the best pool cleaner for your pool, or call our pool product experts at 1-800-288-7946.