Polaris 9350 vs 9450 vs 9550 vs 9650iQ Comparison Review
Author: Marcus Robertson
Face to Face Comparison Table
Model
Dimensions
22 x 22 x 18.5 inches
22 x 18.5 x 22 inches
22 x 22 x 22 inches
22 × 22 × 18 in
Cleaning Modes
Floor, Floor/Wall
Floor, Floor/Wall
Floor, Floor/Wall, Waterline Only, Custom
Floor, Floor/Wall, Waterline Only, Custom
Cleaning Cycle
Dual Mode Cleaning: 1.5 & 2.5 Hours
7-Day Programmable
7-Day Programmable
7-Day Programmable
Remote Control
Easy Lift System
yes, from app or control box
Easy Clean Filter Canister
Vortex Vacuum Technology
ActivMotion Sensor®
Dirty Canister Indicator
Drive
2WD
4WD
4WD
4WD
Rear Water Cleaning Stream
Brush
Pleated
Pleated
Solid-Blade
Solid-Blade
Cable Length
60' Cable / 50' Pool
60' Cable / 50' Pool
70' Cable / 60' Pool
70' Cable / 60' Pool
Premium Caddy
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Dimensions
22 x 22 x 18.5 inches
Cleaning Modes
Floor, Floor/Wall
Cleaning Cycle
Dual Mode Cleaning: 1.5 & 2.5 Hours
Remote Control
Easy Lift System
Easy Clean Filter Canister
Vortex Vacuum Technology
ActivMotion Sensor®
Dirty Canister Indicator
Drive
2WD
Rear Water Cleaning Stream
Brush
Pleated
Cable Length
60' Cable / 50' Pool
Premium Caddy
Check Price
Dimensions
22 x 18.5 x 22 inches
Cleaning Modes
Floor, Floor/Wall
Cleaning Cycle
7-Day Programmable
Remote Control
Easy Lift System
Easy Clean Filter Canister
Vortex Vacuum Technology
ActivMotion Sensor®
Dirty Canister Indicator
Drive
4WD
Rear Water Cleaning Stream
Brush
Pleated
Cable Length
60' Cable / 50' Pool
Premium Caddy
Check Price
Dimensions
22 x 22 x 22 inches
Cleaning Modes
Floor, Floor/Wall, Waterline Only, Custom
Cleaning Cycle
7-Day Programmable
Remote Control
Easy Lift System
Easy Clean Filter Canister
Vortex Vacuum Technology
ActivMotion Sensor®
Dirty Canister Indicator
Drive
4WD
Rear Water Cleaning Stream
Brush
Solid-Blade
Cable Length
70' Cable / 60' Pool
Premium Caddy
Check Price
Dimensions
22 × 22 × 18 in
Cleaning Modes
Floor, Floor/Wall, Waterline Only, Custom
Cleaning Cycle
7-Day Programmable
Remote Control
Easy Lift System
yes, from app or control box
Easy Clean Filter Canister
Vortex Vacuum Technology
ActivMotion Sensor®
Dirty Canister Indicator
Drive
4WD
Rear Water Cleaning Stream
Brush
Solid-Blade
Cable Length
70' Cable / 60' Pool
Premium Caddy
Check Price
Mark
Hello! Thank you for the review. I liked Polaris 9650IQ, but it’s so similar to the cheaper Polaris F9550, except for the app control. Is it really useful or just a smart toy option?
Markus Robertson
Hi, Mark! Excellent question, thanks a lot! WiFi connection and app control don’t directly influence performance, but they will greatly contribute to the ease and comfort of cleaner usage. Polaris 9650IQ works as efficient as Polaris F9550 with remote control. However, with the IQ device, you can set a schedule, start and control cleaning from any place in the world (at work, for example). Besides, only Polaris 9650IQ will notify you of necessary replacements and maintenance. If you don’t need these options, grab the F9550.
Rick Briman
Hi! I know many Dolphins robot cleaners work both in inground and above ground pools. Polaris makes its cleaners of inground reservoirs, but can I get a Polaris Sport unit for my 30ft above ground prism frame pool?
Markus Robertson
Hello, Rick! This is an excellent question; thank you so much! Indeed, the manufacturer states Polaris F Sport robotic cleaners work in inground pools only. This is connected with their drive systems that need hard surfaces and smooth slopes to climb walls and waterline. Polaris Sport series cannot be applied in the inflatable and simple frame above ground pools. However, our overview through the real users’ comments shows that the simplest F9350 and F9450 models that process the bottom and walls will do with more rigid prism frame pools. The main clue here is the presence of rigid walls in your pool and convenient floor-wall seams.
Edward
Hi! Great review, thanks. Do you have to replace tires for these Polaris Sport series pool cleaners? If so, how often should you do it?
Markus Robertson
Hello, Edward! Thank you for your question! Over time, tires wear out, so it’s better to change them to support proper driving and climbing results. The frequency of replacement depends on the frequency of your cleaner use. On average, the tire lasts for 1-2 years. You can look for an extra set here.
Fredy Burton
I have a 50 ft rectangular inground pool but with a built-in spa zone (hydromassage jets and LED lights). May they disturb cleaning and stop Polaris F9550 or 9450 from going there? Thanks!
Marcus Robertson
Hello, Fredy! Thank you very much for your question! Polaris Sport F9450 and F9550 pool cleaners have the best navigation technologies available in Polaris robotic cleaners. Thus, they will easily bypass most pool obstacles like stairs, built-in lights, spa jets, etc. Your special pool zones will not disturb the cleaning, and both models will perform their work as thoroughly as possible.
Philip
Do you need to change scrubbers on Polaris F Sport pool cleaners or they are solid enough to last for years? Thanks.
Marcus Robertson
Hello, Philip! Thank you very much for your question! Scrubbers in Polaris Sport pool cleaners are durable enough to serve you for years. As far as we know, the manufacturer doesn’t require any replacements here.
Nancy
Is Polaris 9650iQ app compatible with Xiaomi? How can I check it beforehand? Thank you for assistance)
Marcus Robertson
Hi, Nancy! Thank you very much for your question. Yes, Polaris 9650iQ cleaner is compatible with all phone models. The Polaris app is available on all platforms including popular Appstore and Google Play.
Jo
Can I make a power cable longer?
Marcus Robertson
Hi, Jo! Thank you very much for your question! Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not offer such an option of cable length change.
Russell Burnett
Hello Marcus,
As a new pool owner this is a great review. I would like to know your thoughts with comparing the Polaris 9650iQ vs the Dolphin Premier / Sigma. Thank you
Marcus Robertson
Hi, Russell Burnett! Thank you very much for your kind words and question! We’re glad to inform you that our team prepared a thorough comparison review on the major Polaris and Dolphin smart pool cleaners including Dolphin Premier and Polaris 9650IQ. You can learn more about these two models and compare them in the Dolphin vs Polaris – Total Comparison of Best-Selling Brands review. And we can also recommend our Dolphin Premier vs. Sigma vs. Nautilus CC Plus vs. Triton PS Plus vs. Triton PS article if you’re interested in Dolphin Sigma model as well. Hope you’ll find this info useful.
Keri Hayes
Hi Markus! Can you please explain the difference between pleated and solid-blade brushes? What type is better for tiles? Thanks!
Marcus Robertson
Hello Keri! Thank you for your interest in Polaris vacuums. Each system consists of 2 rubber brushes with different orientations of bristles located in lines. Bristles in solid-blade brush occupy the whole width of the brush in one line and are firmer, while on a pleated brush, there are five to six bristles on each line. Solid-blade brush systems are more effective for dirt scrubbing and removal on tiles; they also will last longer without changing the brushes.
Agustin1
Dear Markus! Perhaps you might know something about the electricity consumption of Polaris 9450. I mean is there any information on how much the cleaner will cost me per month? Maybe I should choose another Polaris model which is more energy-saving?
Marcus Robertson
Thank you very much for your question! With the development of technologies the manufacturer improves energy consumption results as well. So, here you’re right – the newer your cleaner, the more energy-saving it is. But on the other hand, better navigation/suction/remote control require more energy. So thus, we get a vicious circle where the final energy consumption indicator does not change. So, you can choose Polaris cleaner concerning other pros and cons since all models will cost you the same money. The company claims its cleaners need 90% less electricity than an average pool cleaner. And users state that the use of a cleaner does not change energy bills.