Dolphin Nautilus vs. Triton Comparison Review

Dolphin Nautilus CC Pros

Dolphin Nautilus CC Cons

Dolphin Triton PS Pros

Dolphin Triton PS Cons

The Dolphin Nautilus CC has the typical robotic pool cleaner shape. The design is solid courtesy of the high-grade materials used in constructing the robot itself, the power cable, and the power supply unit’s housing. However, this one is compact and lightweight, unlike many robotic pool cleaners.

The Nautilus CC measures 22.244×17.598×12.795 inches and weighs 14.796 lbs. It has been finished in blue, gray, and black.

The Dolphin Triton PS also has the typical design of robotic pool cleaners. The craftsmanship is also of top quality courtesy of the premium materials used. All the components can withstand harsh pool conditions, from the scorching sun to pool chemicals.

However, it is slightly bigger and heavier than the Nautilus CC, which measures 22.244×17.598×12.795 inches and weighs 17.375 lbs. As for the finish, it is orange, black, and blue.

One of the advantages of robotic pool cleaners, including the Nautilus CC, is the fact that they don’t require assembly. They are shipped in a Plug-and-Play design. All the main components have been assembled, so you only need to attach the power cord to the PSU and plug the supply unit into a power source.

When it comes to usability, the Nautilus CC has pretty straightforward controls on the power supply unit. Unfortunately, there is no mobile app operation. You can opt for the Nautilus CC with caddy for easy mobility.

The Dolphin Triton PS is also a Plug-and-Play robotic pool cleaner that requires no assembly. Once you have connected the power doors from the robot to the PSU and plugged in the PSU to the mains, you are good to go. As for usability, the Triton PS is just as user-friendly as the Nautilus CC. All the controls are on the power supply box. However, mobile app operation is not available.

If you want mobile app operation, you can opt for the Triton PS Plus, which can be operated from the MyDolphin app. The Nautilus has been designed with a clever ergonomic carry handle for easy portability and retrieval from the pool. You can also buy a caddy for easy portability.

The Nautilus CC is designed for both inground and above-ground pools of up to 33 ft. It has a 50ft power cord that allows the robot to reach every inch of your pool unrestricted. The Nautilus CC is a versatile pool cleaner designed for any pool, regardless of the pool’s shape or material.

It can handle regular, kidney-shaped, oval, free-form, custom, and Roman pools. So whether the pool’s material is gunite, fiberglass, or vinyl, the Nautilus has what it takes. As for coverage, the Nautilus CC cleans the pool floor and walls only. It doesn’t clean the waterline.

While the Nautilus CC is for inground and above-ground pools of up to 33 ft, the Triton PS is designed for inground pools of up to 50ft. The reach is facilitated by a 60ft power cord that often gets tangled like the Nautilus CC’s. The Triton PS is designed for all kinds of pools.

It can handle regular pools, oval, kidney-shaped, free-form, you name it. As for the pool material, this robot can handle all gunite, vinyl, and fiberglass pools. Last, on coverage, the Triton PS is a comprehensive cleaner that handles the pool floor, walls, and waterline.

As mentioned above, the Nautilus CC cleans floors and walls only. It has an active brushing system that scrubs the stuck-on stains and grime, including algae, from the floor and walls. Under the hood, it packs a powerful motor and impeller that deliver high suction power that leaves nothing to chance, from fine dirt such as silt to large debris, including acorns and leaves.

The Nautilus has enough power to move 4,000 gallons per hour and has a single cleaning cycle, Standard, which takes 2 hours to complete cleaning the pool. Unfortunately, there are no Enhanced Cleaning Cycles.

Instead, you can go for Nautilus CC Supreme if you want to customize cleaning time. All said and done, the Nautilus CC is an energy-efficient robotic pool cleaner that will reduce your pool maintenance costs.

The Triton PS can clean the floor, walls, and waterline. It has a high-performance scrubbing system that deploys a high-speed active scrubbing brush at the front and a standard brush at the back.

These brushes are unforgiving to stains and algae, among other everyday stubborn dirt. Like the Nautilus CC, it packs excellent suction that moves 4,000 gallons per hour and captures all kinds of debris.

However, it lacks Enhanced Cleaning Cycles. Your only option is the Standard 2 hours. It is also an energy-efficient pool cleaner.

The Nautilus CC is a bagless pool cleaner that relies on a large basket cartridge with fine filter kits that can capture small, medium, and large debris, from fine silt and insects to acorns and leaves.

The large basket cartridge can hold a lot but needs to be emptied often. However, there is no warning indicator to alert you once the cartridge is full. But we like the top-load access design, which makes maintenance easier.

The Triton PS is also a bagless robotic pool cleaner, but it comes with a larger basket cartridge that holds more dirt than the Nautilus CC. Inside is a fine filter kit that captures debris of all sizes, from small and medium-sized to large debris.

The basket cartridge also needs emptying, but there is no full bin indicator. But removing and putting back the cartridge basket is pretty straightforward with the top-load access design.

The Dolphin Nautilus CC is a smart robotic pool cleaner that can intelligently find its way around your pool. There are obstacle sensors that detect pool ladders, walls, and other obstacles and auto reverse that reverses the cleaner when stuck.

When it comes to coverage, the Nautilus CC won’t miss any spot in your pool. With CleverClean Smart Technology, it scans and maps your pool and devises clever cleaning patterns for efficiency and entire-level coverage.

The Triton PS is also an intelligent robotic pool cleaner that navigates your pool autonomously, avoiding obstacles and freeing itself when it’s stuck. You will hardly find it stuck or miss some spot like entry-level robotic pool cleaners.

The Triton PS also leverages CleverClean Smart Technology to scan and map your pool for entire-level cleaning and efficiency.

Regarding maneuverability, the Dolphin Nautilus CC has been designed with tracks instead of wheels like many other pool cleaners. The advantage of tracks is that they have better traction and can easily go over small obstacles than wheels.

Tracks also give the Nautilus CC better climbing agility, especially on slippery walls.

Dolphin maintained the same maneuverability mechanism in the Triton PS. This robotic pool cleaner also has tracks that give it better traction and climbing threshold.

The tracks also come in handy when cleaning the walls, giving the robot better climbing ability.

The Nautilus CC is a great robotic pool cleaner but is not the best when it comes to convenience features compared to its higher models. But at the end of the day, it is equipped with the basic features. First is the Weekly Timer that lets you schedule cleaning sessions for the entire week. There are 3 settings. You can program the robot to clean every day of the week, after every 2 days, or after every 3 days of the week.

Another feature worth mentioning is Automation Mode. In this setting, you can sync your robotic pool cleaner with your home automation setup.

Unfortunately, the premium features, including Delay Function and mobile app operation, are not available. If you want mobile app operation, consider getting the Nautilus CC Supreme, Nautilus CC Pro, or Nautilus CC Plus Wi-Fi.

The Triton PS is also not well endowed when it comes to convenience and smart features, but for its price, it still offers the best bang for the buck, considering it has the basics. Like the Nautilus CC, the Dolphin Triston PS comes with a Weekly Timer, which you can leverage to simplify your pool cleaning routine. You can schedule it to clean every day of the week, after every 2 days of the week, or after every 3 days.

The robot also comes with Automation Mode, which, as the name suggests, you can hook the Triton PS to your existing home automation setup. But unfortunately, the Delay Function is not supported. The Triton PS also doesn’t support mobile app operation.

If you want this feature, get the Dolphin Triton PS Plus.

The Dolphin Nautilus CC comes with the following:

For the record, there’s the Nautilus CC with Caddy that comes with all the above items, plus the Universal Caddy.

On the other hand, Triton PS includes:

Like the Nautilus CC, there’s also the Triton PS with Caddy that tags along with all the above items, plus the Universal Caddy.

Despite being from a trusted brand known for high-quality and durable pool cleaners, the Nautilus is covered by a 2-year warranty. If your robotic cleaner fails within the first 2 years of purchase, you are entitled to repair or replacement.

However, read the terms and conditions so you don’t void the warranty. When it comes to support, you can easily get help from the team at Dolphin, and besides, there are many resources in the form of manuals and guides. Replacement parts and additional accessories, including caddies and caddy covers, are readily available.

The Triton PS is not different in terms of warranty and aftersales. It is also a durable robotic pool cleaner covered by a generous 2-year warranty. Here again, make sure to peruse the terms and conditions to avoid inconveniences.

Regarding support, you can get expert help by contacting the team at Dolphin. There is also a user manual and plenty of guides online. Replacement parts and supplies such as filter kits and accessories like caddies and caddy covers are also available.