These budget pool cleaners are set to save you time (and $$$) this summer

Jarrod Brown
By Jarrod Brown
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These little backyard buddies have set their sights on helping millions of Aussies splash around this summer without the dreaded pool maintenance. 

I remember being one of the lucky ones with a pool growing up in the early 2000s. I was never short of friends during the holiday break as the messages flooded in asking to “come round and cool off” as soon as those 30-degree days hit.

In fact, I have a sneaking suspicion that pool was responsible for a few of my friendships heading into high school.

But fast forward to 2024, and it looks like the backyard pool isn’t the rare drawcard it used to be. These days, it seems every man and their dog has one, with about 3.1 million Aussies now calling a pool-equipped home their own. 

That’s roughly one in seven people out splashing around in the summer sun this holiday season. 

Of course, to paraphrase Spiderman’s perpetually dying uncle Ben (RIP), with great pool ownership comes… great responsibility. Specifically, 3.22 million hours of pool scrubbing every year if you’re cleaning weekly, which takes around two hours per session. 

Yikes! It’s no wonder so many pool owners are looking for a smarter way to clean, leaving more time for lounging and less for labouring.

The must-have gadget of the season

We’ve all heard the buzz around robot vacuum cleaners for the house, but now robot pool cleaners are stealing the spotlight—and for good reason. 

These handy helpers can save you over 100 hours of cleaning time per year, and they’re energy-efficient to boot. That means lower electricity bills and a smaller environmental footprint. 

Talk about a win-win!

And better yet, to help you kick-start your summer poolside in style, Aiper is making waves with discounts of up to $500 on their award-winning robot pool cleaners. 

Ready to make pool cleaning a thing of the past? Let’s dive into the top options from Aiper’s range to find the best fit for your splash zone.

The Scuba S1 Pro

With over 100 glowing reviews on Aiper’s website, the Scuba S1 Pro has been praised as “an impressive machine” and a “game changer” by ecstatic pool owners. And it’s easy to see why!

This powerhouse uses four infrared sensors to glide effortlessly around obstacles while tackling every inch of your pool with five cleaning modes: floor, wall, wall + floor, waterline, and the groundbreaking WaveLine™ Technology, the world’s first horizontal waterline cleaning mode. 

For those looking to keep their pool swim-ready at all times, its new eco-mode ensures cleaning every 48 hours.

It’s so cool that content creator @thep00lguy had people without pools clamouring for one!

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“I want a Scuba S1 Pro, and I don’t even have a pool,” joked one viewer.

“Do I have a pool? No. Am I considering buying this? Yes.”

“That’s one of the coolest tools I’ve ever seen,” raved another.

The Scuba S1

Scuba S1 pool cleaning robot (Aiper)

For those with in-ground pools up to 1,600 sq. ft., the Scuba S1 is a shining star. Honored as a CES 2024 Innovation Award Winner, this flagship model offers four cleaning modes: floor, wall, wall + floor, and eco-mode. It’s a lean, mean cleaning machine, finishing the job in just 2.5 hours.

Want an eco-friendly twist? Pair it with an optional solar panel for a plug-free, energy-efficient charging option.

Customers have called the Scuba S1 “worth every penny,” with one user adding that it’s “easy to set up and use” while delivering “fantastic results.” Sounds like a summer essential!

The Surfer S1

Surfer S1 pool cleaning robot (Aiper)

Meet the Surfer S1, Aiper’s skimming wizard designed to keep your pool surface sparkling. Its brushless motor and paddle-wheel design work together to clean more efficiently, while ultrasonic detectors prevent it from bumping into walls. Bonus: it’s app-supported, so you can monitor battery life and performance with ease.

With solar charging capabilities and a 12-hour battery life, the Surfer S1 is perfect for anyone who wants to “set it and forget it.” Just drop it in the pool, and voilà—summer relaxation unlocked.

Dive into these deals today

Ready to reclaim your summer? Aiper’s robot pool cleaners are available at discounts of up to $500 on their website (au.aiper.com) or Amazon. Trust us, these deals are worth taking the plunge!

So go ahead—kick back, relax, and let these clever gadgets do the dirty work while you enjoy the fun part of owning a pool.

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Jarrod Brown combines his background in journalism, copywriting and digital marketing with a lifelong passion for storytelling. He has a strong passion for new and emerging consumer technology within the building sector. He lives on the Sunshine Coast - usually found glued to the deck of a surfboard.