Dolphin Advantage Ultra vs. Pro Comparison Review

Dolphin Advantage Ultra vs. ProDolphin Advantage Ultra vs. Pro – which is the best robotic pool cleaner in the Dolphin Advantage series, and why? The Dolphin Pro is the best pool cleaner, but you can’t rule out the Dolphin Advantage Ultra. 

Dolphin Advantage is a line of robotic pool cleaners that include the Dolphin Advantage, Dolphin Advantage Ultra, and Dolphin Advantage Pro. In this review, we have focused on the two latest models, the Ultra and Pro. While the two share quite a lot in common, some differences should inform your purchase decision. 

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The main difference between the Dolphin Advantage Ultra and Advantage Pro is the fact that the Pro is a smart robotic pool cleaner. You can operate the robot remotely via the Dolphin mobile app (MyDolphin Plus). Of course, there are several other differences, as discussed in this article, so keep it right here.

Comparison Table

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Robotic...
Dolphin Advantage Pro Robotic Pool...
Dimensions and Weight
22.244x17.598x12.795 inches, 18.478 lbs.
22.244x17.598x12.795 inches, 18.478 lbs.
Type
Robotic
Robotic
Pool Type
Inground
Inground
Pool Size, Surface
Up to 50 Ft.
Up to 50 Ft.
Coverage
Floor, Walls, and Waterline
Floor, Walls, and Waterline
Suction Rate
4,000 GPH
4,000 GPH
Brush
Standard Brush (Active Scrubbing)
Standard Brush (Active Scrubbing)
Filtration
Fine Filter Kit, Top-Load Access (No Full Bag Indicator)
Fine Filter Kit, Top-Load Access (No Full Bag Indicator)
Standard Cleaning Cycle
2 Hours
2 Hours
Enhanced Cleaning Cycles
Navigation and Mapping
CleverClean Technology
CleverClean Technology
Maneuvering
Tracks
Tracks
Cable
60 Ft.
60 Ft.
Physical Remote Control
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi / App Control
WiFi Connectivity
Weekly Timer
Warranty
2 Years
2 Years
Dolphin Advantage Ultra Robotic...
Dimensions and Weight
22.244x17.598x12.795 inches, 18.478 lbs.
Type
Robotic
Pool Type
Inground
Pool Size, Surface
Up to 50 Ft.
Coverage
Floor, Walls, and Waterline
Suction Rate
4,000 GPH
Brush
Standard Brush (Active Scrubbing)
Filtration
Fine Filter Kit, Top-Load Access (No Full Bag Indicator)
Standard Cleaning Cycle
2 Hours
Enhanced Cleaning Cycles
Navigation and Mapping
CleverClean Technology
Maneuvering
Tracks
Cable
60 Ft.
Physical Remote Control
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi / App Control
Weekly Timer
Warranty
2 Years
Dolphin Advantage Pro Robotic Pool...
Dimensions and Weight
22.244x17.598x12.795 inches, 18.478 lbs.
Type
Robotic
Pool Type
Inground
Pool Size, Surface
Up to 50 Ft.
Coverage
Floor, Walls, and Waterline
Suction Rate
4,000 GPH
Brush
Standard Brush (Active Scrubbing)
Filtration
Fine Filter Kit, Top-Load Access (No Full Bag Indicator)
Standard Cleaning Cycle
2 Hours
Enhanced Cleaning Cycles
Navigation and Mapping
CleverClean Technology
Maneuvering
Tracks
Cable
60 Ft.
Physical Remote Control
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi / App Control
WiFi Connectivity
Weekly Timer
Warranty
2 Years

Last update on 2023-05-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

Dolphin Advantage Ultra

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Pros

  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Cleaver carry handle for easy portability
  • Plug ‘n’ Play design (No assembly required)
  • Best for all kinds of inground pools
  • Cleans pool floor, walls, and waterline
  • Energy efficient
  • Smart navigation and mapping
  • Much more affordable than the Advantage Pro

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Cons

  • No Enhanced Cleaning Cycles
  • No WiFi for mobile app operation
  • No full bag indicator
Dolphin Advantage Pro

Dolphin Advantage Pro Pros

  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Carry handle for easy retrieval and portability
  • Plug ‘n’ Play design (No assembly required)
  • Best for all kinds of inground pools
  • Comprehensive cleaning (floor, walls, waterline)
  • Enhanced Cleaning Cycles (1 hour and 2 hours)
  • Energy efficient
  • Smart navigation and mapping

Dolphin Advantage Pro Cons

  • More expensive than the Dolphin Advantage Ultra
  • No full bag indicator

Dolphin Advantage Ultra vs. Pro Face-to-Face Comparison

Now, to the main business of the day, how does the Dolphin Advantage Ultra compare to the Dolphin Advantage Pro? To help you make the right purchase decision, we will base the comparison on the essential factors considered when buying robotic pool cleaners. Without further ado, let’s get started.

1. Design, Dimensions, and Aesthetics

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Design

Dolphin Advantage Ultra is a robotic pool cleaner with a compact and lightweight design for easy portability and storage. The dimensions are 22.244 x 17.598 x 12.795 inches, while the weight is 18.478 lbs.

In addition, the robot boasts a sturdy design courtesy of Dolphin’s choice of premium-grade materials. The Advantage Ultra has been finished in gray and blue.

Dolphin Advantage Pro Design

There is not much difference between the Dolphin Advantage Ultra and Advantage Pro. The Pro version also has a compact and lightweight design, so carrying it to the pool, retrieving it, and storing it is effortless. The dimensions are 22.244 x 17.598 x 12.795 inches, while the weight is also 18.478 lbs.

Like the Ultra, the Advantage Pro has been built using high-quality materials to withstand harsh pool conditions, from the chemicals to the scorching summer sunshine. The only difference between the Ultra and Pro is the finish. While the Ultra is gray and blue, the Advantage Pro is black and white.

verdict

As far as design and aesthetics are concerned, there is no winner, as both models come with a compact, lightweight, and sleek design. The dimensions and weight are similar.

2. Assembly and Usability

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Assembly

One of the advantages of the Dolphin Advantage Ultra is the Plug’ n’ Play design. There is not much assembly required as pretty much everything comes assembled. Importantly, it works off your existing pool infrastructure. You only need to position the power supply unit at least 10ft away from the pool and attach the cable to the cleaner and the power supply.

Regarding usability, The Dolphin Advantage Ultra is also a great deal. The controls are pretty straightforward. When it comes to handling, Maytronics include a clever carry handle that enhances portability.

Dolphin Advantage Pro Assembly

The Dolphin Advantage Pro is also easy to get started with as it features the same Plug ‘n’ Play design the Advantage Ultra comes with. Most of the components come assembled except for the power cord. Once you have set up the power supply unit, attach the power cord to the cleaner, and you are good to go.

The controls are also pretty straightforward. You can access the controls on the PSU or the mobile app. Like the Ultra, the Advantage Pro also comes with an ergonomic carry handle for easy portability.

verdict

It’s hard to call a winner here as the Ultra and Pro don’t require assembly courtesy of the Plug’ n’ Play design, and both come with the carry handle for easy portability and retrieval from the pool. However, the Advantage Pro has the edge as there are two control options – the PSU and the mobile app.

3. Cleaning Orientation

Cleaning Orientation

The Dolphin Advantage Ultra is designed for all kinds of inground pools. According to the manufacturer’s website, the Ultra is suitable for pools up to 40ft. But considering it has a 60ft anti-tangling swivel cord, you can still rely on it to clean pools of up to 50ft.

When it comes to pool shape, this robotic pool cleaner can handle any pool shape, be it rectangular pools, kidney-shaped, free shape, round pools, etc.

As for the pool material, there are no limits. It can work in fiberglass pools, gunite, and vinyl.

Cleaning Orientation

Regarding cleaning orientation, there is no difference between the Dolphin Ultra and Dolphin Pro. The Dolphin Advantage Pro is also designed for inground pools of up to 40ft. But with the 60ft anti-tangling swivel cord, you can rely on it if you have pools up to 50ft.

Like the Ultra, it can also work in any pool shape, from rectangular and round pools to kidney-shaped and free-form pools.

As for the pool material, whether you have a fiberglass pool, a vinyl, or a gunite pool, the Dolphin Advantage Pro has got you covered.

verdict

There is no winner here as both Dolphin pool cleaners have a 60ft anti-tangling swivel cable that makes them suitable for inground pools of up to 50ft. They can also work in all kinds of pools.

4. Cleaning Performance

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Cleaning Performance

The Dolphin Advantage Ultra is a versatile robotic pool cleaner designed for all-round cleaning. It can handle the pool floor, walls, and steps and cleans the waterline. It is a step ahead of the base model, the Dolphin Advantage, which can only clean the pool floor and walls. Under the hood, it packs a powerful motor that delivers excellent suction and moves 4,000 gallons per hour.

Also worth mentioning is the powerful Active Scrubbing system that deploys 2 active brushes to eliminate stains and grime while picking up dirt and debris. The standard cleaning cycle is 2 hours, but unfortunately, there are no Enhanced Cleaning Cycles.

But we like the fact that the Dolphin Advantage Ultra is an energy-efficient robotic pool cleaner that won’t take a toll on your wallet.

Dolphin Advantage Pro Cleaning Performance

The Dolphin Advantage Pro is also a versatile pool cleaner, just like the Advantage Ultra. It is designed to clean the pool floor, walls, as well as the waterline. The Dolphin Pro also boasts excellent suction and can move 4,000 gallons per hour.

This cleaner also has a powerful Active Scrubbing system consisting of 2 active brushes that are unforgiving on stains, grime, and any debris, from fine sand pebbles and small insects to large debris, including leaves.

The Advantage Pro’s standard cleaning cycle is 2 hours. The robot also comes with Enhanced Cleaning Cycles, so you can choose between the Standard 2 hours or Quick Clean, which takes an hour. Like the Ultra, it is also an energy-efficient pool cleaner.

verdict

It is hard to call w winner in this round as both cleaners can handle the pool floor, walls, and waterline. They also have the same suction and brush system and are energy efficient. But ultimately, the new Dolphin Advantage Ultra has the upper hand courts of the Enhanced Cleaning Cycle. This feature allows you to customize pool cleaning depending on how messy it is.

5. Filtration

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Filtration

Maytronics equipped Dolphin Advantage Ultra with a fine filter kit that can capture all kinds of debris, from small debris to large debris. It captures sand pebbles, small insects, leaves, acorns, and small twigs, among other kinds of debris. Definitely, you will have to remove the filter basket, empty and rinse it when full, as it is washable.

But unfortunately, the Dolphin Ultra doesn’t have a full bag indicator. But one thing we like is the top-access design that makes maintenance easier as you don’t have to turn the cleaner upside down to remove the filter basket, as is the case with bottom-load pool cleaners.

Dolphin Advantage Pro Filtration

The Dolphin Advantage Pro, on the other hand, comes with the same fine filter kit that captures all kinds of debris, including silt, sand pebbles, insects, acorns, leaves, you name it. This is also a washable filter, so maintenance costs are low. But unfortunately, like the Ultra, the Dolphin Pro lacks a full bag indicator.

But the good thing is, accessing the filter cartridge is simple as it is also a top-load robotic pool cleaner.

verdict

Here, there is no winner s both Dolphins come with the same large washable filter basket. They are also top-load pool cleaners, so accessing the filter cartridge is easy. But how we wish they would have full bag indicators like the advanced models.

6. Navigation and Mapping

Unlike the entry-level robotic pool cleaners, the Dolphin Advantage Ultra has a sophisticated navigation and mapping system that ensures the entire pool is cleaned and no spots are missed. Dubbed CleverClean Smart Technology, the robot can detect and avoid obstacles such as pool ladders and walls.

Besides obstacle detection, CleverClean Smart Technology creates hyper-accurate maps of the pool and plans for systematic cleaning patterns ensuring that no spot is missed.

The Dolphin Advantage Pro is exactly the same as the Advantage Ultra in terms of navigation and mapping. It also tags along with CleverClean Smart Technology for obstacle avoidance, so you shouldn’t expect the robot to get stuck like entry-level models without smart navigation.

The Dolphin Pro also has smart mapping, ensuring the robot cleans every inch of your pool.

verdict

Here again, the round ends in a draw as both robot cleaners use the same navigation and mapping system, CleverClean Smart Technology. They can accurately avoid obstacles and clean in methodical patterns for entire level coverage.

7. Maneuverability

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Maneuverability

When it comes to maneuverability, we are glad Maytronics opted for tracks instead of wheels. The tracks are better than wheels as they have better traction and are gentle on fragile pool surfaces such as fiberglass. Tracks also give the robot better wall climbing ability and the agility required to clean up to the waterline.

Another advantage of tracks is the fact that they don’t slip when cleaning slippery walls with algae and other slippery stains.

Dolphin Advantage Pro Maneuverability

The Dolphin Advantage Pro is not different in any way. It has also been equipped with tracks instead of wheels like your typical robotic pool cleaner. The tracks give it better traction and the ability to go over obstacles in the pool without getting stuck.

We also like the fact that it has excellent climbing ability and agility to clean the waterline and slippery spots without slipping.

verdict

Regarding maneuverability, there is no winner between the Dolphin Advantage Ultra and Advantage Pro. Both robotic pool cleaners come with tracks that are better than typical wheels.

8. Convenience Features

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Convenience Features

The Dolphin Advantage Ultra is an advanced robot vacuum that comes with several convenience features. First is the convenient carry handle that lets you easily carry or retrieve the pool cleaner from the pool. The Advantage Ultra also comes with a convenient Weekly Timer that lets’ you schedule cleaning for the entire week.

You can set it to clean every day of the week, once after every 2 days, or once every 3 days. Another convenience feature we like is Automation Mode which allows the robot to sync with smart home automation systems.

Unfortunately, the Advantage Ultra lacks the Delay Feature. It also lacks WiFi, so remote operation via the mobile app is not possible.

Dolphin Advantage Pro Convenience Features

The Dolphin Advantage Pro is well-endowed when it comes to convenience features. It also comes with a convenient, ergonomic carrying handle, so carrying the cleaner or retrieving it from the pool is hassle-free. The robot also comes with the Weekly Timer, so you can program it to clean every day of the week, after every 2 days, or after 3 days.

Automation Mode also lets you connect the robot to your existing smart home automation system. But just like the Avantage Ultra, there is no Delay Feature. But the good thing is that this is a smart robotic pool cleaner powered by 2.4GHz WiFi. You can sync it with your smartphone and control the robot via the MyDolphin Plus app, available for both Android and iOS platforms.

verdict

As far as convenience is concerned, there’s no doubt the Dolphin Advantage Pro is the winner. While the Ultra has a Weekly Timer and Automation Mode, it lacks WiFi, a feature the Dolphin Pro comes with.

9. What’s in the Box?

Dolphin Advantage Ultra Box

The Dolphin Advantage Ultra comes with the following:

  • Dolphin Advantage Ultra Robotic Pool Cleaner
  • Power Supply Unit
  • Fine Filter Basket
  • User Manual
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Registration Card
Dolphin Advantage Pro Box

On the other hand, the Dolphin Advantage Pro comes with the following:

  • Dolphin Advantage Pro Robotic Pool Cleaner
  • Power Supply Unit
  • Fine Filter Basket
  • User Manual
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Registration Card

verdict

This round has no clear winner, as both robotic pool cleaners are well-equipped. None of them has the upper hand.

10. Warranty and Aftersales

Dolphin pool cleaners are very reliable and durable. Maytronics also offers buyers a generous 2-year warranty, so in case the pool cleaner fails within the first 2 years of purchase, you are eligible for repair or replacement as long as you have abided by the warranty’s terms and conditions.

Unlike some brands out there, Maytronics does honor its warranty. When it comes to support, you can get help from the company; besides, there are plenty of guides on how to use or troubleshoot the Dolphin Advantage Ultra.

Replacement parts and supplies are also available at affordable prices.

There is no difference between the Ultra and Pro in terms of warranty ad aftersales. The Dolphin Pro also comes with a 2-year warranty that covers the cleaner in case it develops problems within the first 2 years of purchase.

Here again, make sure to read and abide by the warranty’s terms and conditions. Support is also available, and so are replacement parts and supplies.

verdict

This last round of this Dolphin Advantage Ultra vs. Pro comparison review ends in a draw as both pool cleaners come with the same 2-year warranty, and replacement parts and supplies are readily available.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Maytronics and Dolphin the same?

faqYes. Maytronics and Dolphin may sound like different companies, but they are both one and the same thing. Maytronics is the mother company that designs and manufactures Dolphin robotic pool cleaners.

2. Does the Dolphin Advantage clean the waterline?

The Dolphin Advantage is the base model in the series and doesn’t clean the waterline. However, the Advantage Ultra and Advantage Pro do clean the waterline.

3. How much electricity does a Dolphin Advantage Ultra pool cleaner use?

Like all Dolphin robotic pool cleaners, the Dolphin Advantage Ultra and the Advantage Pro are energy-efficient pool cleaners whose operation costs just 5 cents per hour.

4. How do I register my Dolphin Advantage Ultra warranty?

Head to the Maytronics registration page using the link below to register your Dolphin warranty.
  • https://registration.maytronics.com/

You will need to feed the 10-character serial number on the warranty card, outside the box or inside the casing, beneath the filter cartridge.

5. Which Dolphin app does the Dolphin Advantage Pro work with?

There are 2 variants of the Dolphin app; the MyDolphin, and MyDolphin Plus. Models released in 2021 and later are compatible with the MyDolphin Plus, while earlier models are compatible with the MyDolphoin app. That said, the Advantage Pro uses MyDolphin Plus.

Wrapping Up

There you have it, folks, a detailed Dolphin Advantage Ultra vs. Pro face-to-face comparison review. As you have seen, the two pool cleaners share a lot. They both come in a Plug ‘n’ Play design, can handle inground pools of up to 50ft, clean the floor, walls, and waterline, rely on CleverClean Technology for navigation and mapping, and have tracks.

However, the Dolphin Advantage Pro is the best bang for the buck as it comes with Enhanced Cleaning Cycles and supports mobile app operation. But still, if you are on a budget, you can consider the Ultra as it is cheaper and offers the same cleaning performance.

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