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One of the most exciting parts about warmer weather is being able to enjoy your swimming pool. The least exciting part about warmer weather is having to clean your swimming pool. No worries, though, we’ve got you covered! After lots of research we’ve found the best pool vacuums for the money. They’re budget friendly and clean your pool nicely. So what’s the best pool vacuum cleaner? Let’s talk about what you need to know when buying and then jump right into the reviews.
Vacuum Type: There are three types of pool vacuums. Suction side cleaners work with a dedicated line and attach to the suction line of your pool. Pressure side vacuums use the existing pressure sideline to move the cleaner. And robotic pool cleaners work on their own.
Pool Type: You will need to choose your vacuum based off of your pool type: in-ground or above-ground. In-ground vacuums are designed to work even in deeper water, but many above-ground vacuums work in both pool types. Check what the manufacturer says.
Hose Length: When you are comparing pool vacuums, you will want to consider the length of the hose. The hose will need to be long enough for the vacuum to cover the surface area of the pool. Longer is generally better, and we’ve listed the length in each review.
Full Coverage: Coverage shows you the cleaning capabilities of a pool vacuum cleaner. Some vacuums are designed with the ability to clean the pool floor, walls, and coves. Some can only clean the floor and walls, and some can only clean the floor. More coverage is better.
All Pool Surfaces: Different pool vacuums are capable of cleaning different pool surfaces. The best pool vacuum will be able to clean all pool surfaces. Ultimately, the vacuum should work for your pool, so pick one that supports either all surfaces or the material your pool is made of.
Warranty: Lastly, you will want to look into the warranties that come with different pool vacuums which vary by length and coverage. If you’re worried about something breaking, you should look for a vacuum with a long warranty. This can change, so double-check.
All right, time for the reviews! That’s what you’re here for, isn’t it? We’ve selected ten excellent products and can recommend a top pick and a budget pick. Sounds good? Let’s take a dip and find out which product is the best pool cleaner for you.
Samantha Dewitt
Expert Researcher and Writer
Samantha Dewitt is a lead researcher and writer for GeekWrapped, writing under a pen name. She gets excited about pet, baby, and science products and has over 12 years of experience.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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