Introduction And Review Robotic Pool Cleaner Dolphin Nautilus Plus
With the advancement in technology, robots seem to be the ultimate way of making work easier. Robots are now used in various fields including the military, videography, UAVs among many other purposes. For swimming pool enthusiasts, there’s good news; the technology has also been embraced. Right now, there are several manufacturers of robotic pool cleaners. Even though they are quite expensive, they are worth the money.
Why Choose Robotic Swimming Pool Filters?
According to Aqua Products, a renowned swimming blog, robotic pool filters have very many benefits. Automated pool filters are proving to be an excellent solution to swimming pool owners. This is because they have been engineered to guarantee efficiency. First, robotic filters are known to be very efficient in cleaning pools. Unlike other pool cleaners, robotic pool cleaners offer all-around pool cleaning. It can be relied on when cleaning both the floor and the walls up to the water level line.
Apart from ensuring all-round cleaning, robotic cleaners work the robotic way meaning you don’t necessarily have to be there when it is cleaning. This is perhaps the best part about robotic pool cleaners. The power and magnificence of robotic natatorium cleaners can’t be explained in words. Here is a video of one while in action.
Maytronics Dolphin Nautilus Automated Pool Filter
Manufactured by Maytronics, the Dolphin Nautilus is a series of robotic filters that have taken the stage in the market of robotic swimming pool cleaning. These swimming bath cleaners offer excellent cleaning to pool owners, and that is why it is among the best-selling automatic pool filters in the market currently.
These filters have been engineered to offer automated high-performance for effective and efficient pool cleaning. Their working mechanism is very simple. Dolphin Robotic Pool Cleaners have an elaborate filtration system that allows it to move freely in the pool while filtering all dirt, debris and other pool water contaminants including algae and bacteria. Today, we are going to review the new 2017 Dolphin Nautilus Plus together with its predecessor, the Dolphin Nautilus.
About the Manufacturer
The Dolphin Nautilus Automated Vacuum Filters are manufactured by Maytronics Group, a household name in the production of swimming pool equipment and solutions. Established in 1983, Maytronics Group is the first company to venture in automatic pool cleaning, and they have endeavored in developing efficient pool cleaning solutions.
The company combines state-of-the-art technology to come up with innovative swimming pool cleaning solutions that are ISO 9001:2008 and CE/UL Certified. Headquartered in the USA, Maytronics Group has expanded globally and now has bases in other parts of the world including France, Australia, and Latin America. Their product portfolio caters for a broad range of swimming pools ranging from residential to commercial swimming pools. You can get more information on the company on their official website.
The Dolphin 99996323 Nautilus Automated Pool Cleaner Review
The Nautilus 99996323 is a revolutionary robotic filter that has been crafted to offer efficiency and convenience when it comes to cleaning pools. It sports a sleek, compact and lightweight design that makes it very portable. This robotic cleaner has been engineered in a systematic approach that makes it efficient and very effective in cleaning pools.
This is the reason why it is a bestseller among most pool equipment retailers. With the Dolphin Nautilus Robotic Pool Vacuum Filter, you can clean your pool’s walls, waterlines, and even floors. Here is a video of the Nautilus. We are going to dissect this great pool sanitizer and see why it ranks among the best!
Sleek, Compact & Lightweight Design
Like earlier stated, the Dolphin Nautilus sports a simple, stylish and very lightweight design. At only 18 lbs, you can carry it with ease. When it comes to installation, the Dolphin 99996323 is very impressive as it requires very simple assembly and you are ready to go. When my neighbor first bought it, I was the one who assembled it. The simple design also makes it very easy when it comes to cleaning the kit and maintenance in general.
Scrub, Vacuum, and Filter
The Dolphin Nautilus 99996323 is not your ordinary pool filter that only cleans your pool. This particular automatic cleaner has the ability of scrubbing, vacuuming, and filtering. It has durable scrubs that can scrub walls and floors while it vacuums and filter out any debris, dirt, and contaminants.
60 Ft. Long Cable
Unlike most pool cleaners, the Dolphin 99996323 Nautilus comes equipped with a 60 Ft. long cable that gives you the freedom to do more. This makes it an excellent and ideal pool sanitizer for a broad range of pool types. You can use it in residential pools and even commercial pools. The unit also has an advanced swiveling mechanism which prevents twisting the cable when in operation.
Self-Programmed Pool Mapping System
This pool cleaner is robotic and can plan and schedule how it will clean your pool in minimal time. Maytronics equipped it with a self-programmed mapping system that scans your entire pool’s shape and schedules how it will clean it in less time.
Maytronics 1-Year Warranty
The Dolphin Nautilus comes with a 12 Month Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty. This is a great plus for this pool sanitizer as most similar products come with a shorter warranty period.
Features:
- Large filter cartridge
- Bottom access easy-clean cartridge (large & fine debris)
- Scrub, vacuum, and filter
- Turning radius: Soft turn
- EasyFix Technology: Yes, DIY
- 4,233 Gph filtration rate
- 60-feet power cable
- Self-programmed mapping system
- Cleans walls & even irregular surfaces
- Durable construction and simple configuration
- Multipurpose (scrubs, vacuums, and filters)
- Super-efficient (about $0.15 per cleaning)
- Self-programmed cleaning
- Long cable
- Low-noise operation
- Can’t filter very fine debris
- Motor replacement is expensive
The 2017 Dolphin 99996403 Nautilus Plus Automated Pool Cleaner Review
The 2017 Dolphin Nautilus Plus Robotic Pool Cleaner is an upgrade of the original Nautilus. This 2017 version of the Dolphin Nautilus. It is after the success of the predecessor in the market that Maytronics went back to the drawing board and came up with a few more features to add on to the Nautilus to come up with the Nautilus Plus.
Among the unique features the Nautilus Plus brings on board include; CleverClean Technology + Pro 3D Sensing Technology, a Weekly Timer, and 2 active brushes. It has been rated very highly by several review websites including Pool Zoom. Here is a quick round-up of the Dolphin Nautilus Plus Robotic Pool Cleaner.
Fine Filtration Cartridges
Perhaps the best feature of the Nautilus Plus, this robotic pool cleaner comes with two full sets of extra large filter cartridges that ensure even the finest of particles are filtered out. The cartridge comes with pleated polyester fiber for fine filtration as well as mesh screen for coarse filtration. This combination guarantees clean pool water after every cleaning session.
CleverClean Technology
The Dolphin 99996403 Nautilus Plus is a real robot with the ability to make sound judgments as far as cleaning is concerned. It ensures the system is completely independent thus ensuring you clean your pool with minimal energy and time. Here is a video from Pool Zoom on how it works:
Plug N Play
One amazing thing about the Dolphin Nautilus Plus is that it is very easy to install and use courtesy of the Plug N Play design. There is no pre-installation required or connection to the pool system.
Dolphin’s Patented Swivel Cables
With the Nautilus Plus, you don’t need to worry about cable tangling courtesy of Dolphin’s Patented Swivel Cables. The swivel system ensures the cable is always free and clear thus guaranteeing full pool coverage. With this mechanism, the entire pool will be cleaned.
IntelliScan Technology
The Nautilus Plus boasts of the new IntelliScan Pool Scanning Technology. This technology uses the provided software to help the unit adapt to its cleaning route by the pool’s size and shape for better coverage on the floor and walls. It scans the pool’s dimensions, size, and shape to effectively and efficiently maximize the area of coverage.
Weekly Timer
The Nautilus Plus comes with a Weekly Timer feature that allows you to program your cleaning in weekly cycles.
Maytronics 2-Year Warranty
The Dolphin Nautilus 99996403 comes with a 24-Months Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty. This is a great plus for this pool filter as most similar products come with a shorter warranty period.
Features:
- Extra-large filter cartridge
- Active scrubbing brush
- Top access easy-clean cartridge (large & very fine debris)
- Turning radius: 3-Point Turn
- EasyFix Technology: DIY at component level
- Rapid water release: Yes – filtered water exits in under 6 seconds
- IntelliScan Technology
- CleverClean Technology
- Advanced Anti-tangle Software
- Plug N Play design
- Weekly Timer
- 60-feet power cable
- Guarantees detailed cleaning
- Multipurpose (scrubs, vacuums, and filters)
- Comes with Weekly Timer
- Tangle free
- 2-Year Warranty
- Quite heavy
Nautilus Vs Nautilus Plus – What Makes the Nautilus Plus the Best?
Design
The Nautilus Plus is not only an upgrade of the Nautilus, but it is also bigger. The Nautilus Plus weighs 21 lbs while the Nautilus weighs only 18 lbs. The Dol[phin Nautilus Plus also sports a unique, simple design that has been crafted using the best high-grade materials for durability. The cartridges are also bigger when compared to the predecessor, the Nautilus.
Top Access Filters
Another new addition that sets the Nautilus Plus from the original Nautilus is the filter access point. While the Nautilus has been engineered with bottom access filters, the 2017 Nautilus Plus has top access filters.
IntelliScan Technology
The Nautilus Plus boasts of the new IntelliScan Pool Scanning Technology. This technology uses the provided software to help the unit adapt to its cleaning route by the pool’s size and shape for better coverage on the floor and walls.
CleverClean Technology
The Nautilus Plus also has CleverClean Technology, a feature that is not present in the older version. CleverClean Technology ensures that you get the best-in-class service.
Warranty
Another major advantage of the Nautilus Plus is the 24-Months Warranty compared to the Nautilus’ 12.
How to Store Dolphin Nautilus Robotic Pool Cleaners
Dolphin Nautilus Robotic Pool Cleansers are easy to store when you are not using them. There are several easy steps listed as below:
- First, you need to disconnect the cleaner from the mains.
- Second, ensure you thoroughly clean the filter bag and insert them in their place.
- Then, roll up the cable and ensure there are no kinks
- After this, ensure that all the water is drained from the cleaner.
- You can then store the cleaner in a protected area that is free from direct heat, water, and frost.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the main features of Dolphin Nautilus Plus?
2. Does Dolphin Nautilus Plus have a swivel cable?
3. How do you get the Dolphin robot out of the pool?
4. Can I leave my Dolphin Nautilus Plus in the pool?
5. How do you store the Nautilus Plus?
6. Do I need to buy any accessory to start?
7. Do the Nautilus Robotic Pool Cleaners come with warranties?
8. Do you need to connect the unit to your existing pool system?
9. Why is my Nautilus Pool Cleaner not climbing walls?
10. Do they come with a Pro Carry Caddy
Wrap Up
The Dolphin Nautilus and Nautilus Plus Automatic Pool Vacuum Filters can be a great addition for any pool owner. These robotic pool filters have been engineered to ensure efficiently and most importantly, cost efficient pool water purification. Unlike most pool filters that can only filter debris, the Nautilus Series can scrub, vacuum and also Filter thus guaranteeing you clean pool water.
Even though they are quite expensive than ordinary pool cleaners, these robotic cleaners offer unsurpassed pool cleaning as they clean floors and walls up to the waterline. So, if you have been struggling with your pool’s cleanliness, then it’s high time you get an automated pool cleaner, and you know the best robotic filter, the Dolphin Nautilus, and Nautilus Plus!
Hi! I’m Markus Robertson, and water is my passion.
Five years ago, I graduated from the University of California-Los Angeles and was going to become a professional marine biologist. However, my fate had other plans for me, and due to family problems, I had to find a more stable and well-paid job. I had only one wish for my job to be connected with water.
During this period of my life, I worked as a sales manager at Olympic Pool & Spa Supplies. The job helped me learn everything about swimming pools and related pool equipment, as well as how to choose the best option and what to pay attention to.
