Automatic pool vacuums are handy devices that help cut down some of the work for you as a new pool owner when it comes to keeping your swimming pool clean. When it comes to finding the right choice for keeping your pool healthy and clean, you will find that there are many swimming pool vacuum types to consider. We’ll walk you through the three different types of pool vacuums including the pros and cons of each one to help you make an informed decision prior to purchasing one.

In general, pool surface cleaners are designed to clean the surface areas of your pool by removing any dirt and debris that can build up over time. This allows your pool to be swim-ready and clean at any time without the extra hassle you would spend cleaning the pool yourself. These automatic pool vacuums will always be working in the background to keep your pool clean. It’s a great option for new pool owners as there are many things to learn about maintaining your pool properly.

There are three primary types of automatic pool vacuums that you can choose from. Each type of pool vacuum comes with different pros and cons depending on what your needs are for your home swimming pool and what your budget allows.

If you are a pool owner on a budget, a suction side pool cleaner might be the best option for you. This type of pool cleaner hooks up to your pool’s skimmer with a suction line. By using the filter’s pump suction, the pool cleaner is able to move throughout your pool. As it moves, the automatic pool cleaner will vacuum to remove dirt and other unwanted debris from the surface.

• Budget friendly
• Easy to maintain
• Removes finer dirt from tough to reach areas

• Must ensure your pump is always working
• Can easily build up with dirt in the filter requiring more frequent cleanings

Pressure side cleaners operate by using the existing pressure side water flow to move the cleaner throughout the pool. This type of automatic pool vacuum is different from suction cleaners in that it doesn’t have to rely on your pool’s filter in order to remove dirt and debris. Instead, a filter bag is used to store the dirt and debris that is picked up eliminating extra wear and tear on your pool’s filtration system.

• Budget friendly
• Easy to maintain
• Removes workload from pool filter
• Can remove leaves from pool

• A filter bag is necessary to operate
• You must routinely empty the filter bag
• Sometimes an additional booster pump is needed

Robotic pool cleaners are the last type of automatic pool vacuums to consider and the most expensive. However, a higher price tag comes along with many additional benefits that you won’t get from the first two options. A robotic cleaner runs off the energy from your own home with some options being solar powered. They provide the most efficient cleaning for your pool surface while also eliminating the extra wear and tear on your pool equipment. As a pool owner, there is much less maintenance to keep up with for these vacuums to continue cleaning.

• Ability to pick up large and small pieces of debris and dirt
• Acts as a second filtration system for your pool with built in filter
• Customized features that can be programmed
• Bluetooth connectivity options
• Can effectively clean all areas of your pool including steps

• Higher cost
• Must empty the built in filter

Once you have decided which pool surface cleaner is the best option for your swimming pool, you will be on the road to always having a clean pool without the extra work that comes from manual cleaning. You can also add to your pool fun with new pool slides and equipment. Global Pool Products is a leading manufacturer in the United States producing American-made pool accessories for your home pool. They offer equipment such as pool slides, rails, high top bars, and more. Find your nearest dealer today!