Pool Supplies

Probably went for a unit above what we required but wow it does the job. Force-i PRO 3 phase 28kw, it's quiet and extremely energy efficient.

Purchased this recently from sunpak solar in Maroochydore. Prompt installation and great set up. Pool went from cold to comfortable in 2 days. Now enjoying a swim in winter. Show details

Long term review. Inherited a pool in new home which had a Dolphin M5, this failed 3 years after we moved in and since it worked well we bough the… Read more

S200. Our pool is 10x3m and is Magna mineral (so low chlorine). We used to leave the M5 in the pool permanently and run twice weekly cycles, but after that failed we were told to never leave the new machine in the pool. We take it out after every cycle, noting is also needs to be run 2-3 times to clean the pool effectively even with the fine mesh filter. After 3 years the motor failed, we replaced the motor as it was out of warranty. 2 years later the motor has failed again. This is unacceptable in a $2,000 pool cleaner and says a lot about the make and reliability of the product. Maytronics customer service were no help and simply hide behind their legal obligation of the warranty conditions. Given both the repeated failures and Maytronics’ unwillingness to stand behind the product in these circumstances, I do not recommend this product. I had hoped Maytronics would recognise that this is not a case of normal wear and tear, but rather repeated failure of a major component, and would demonstrate confidence in the quality of its products through some level of goodwill support.

Where to start? Bulk and heavy compared to other products. Filters are very fiddly to replace. The foam rollers get hyper-dried out, turning them… Read more

into flotation devices. Before the machine will sink and do its job, you need to spend quite a while first "massaging" the rollers to get them to start soaking up water. Both drive belts snapped. The cord twists around itself in normal operation *very* quickly, and is very difficult to straighten out (hint - for goodness sake, buy a cordless model of whatever brand you get). The constantly twisted cord reduces the robot's operational range and at times threatens to pull the controller into the water. The connector housing where the cord goes into the body of the controller became loose very quickly, and with all the cord twisting, it eventually severed the electric wires completely, thus rendering the machine unusable. The carrier supplied by Robotek began rusting almost immediately. The climb function can't deal with curved steps, and would often get hung up at an awkward angle. The mapping function is poor, with the machine focussing on one half of the pool and largely ignoring the other half. The device can't handle leaves from palm trees and struggled with slightly larger leaves such as those from some magnolia trees nearby. At the end of the day, any labour time the device saves you is cancelled out by the the effort of managing this device and the fact I had to finish the job properly with the traditional pool vacuum/brush. Positives: the filter bags, though painful to install, picked up fine dirt and sand well, and are machine washable.

I've maintained 2 chlorine pools, 2 salt water pools and an Enviroswim. The Enviroswim isn't zero maintenance but it has been the easiest to… Read more

maintain. I've spent insignificant amount of chemicals compared to salt and chlorine pools. Even if it were the HARDEST and most expensive to maintain, I'd still buy it, because it's fresh water. I've drunk it. I'm about to install Enviroswim in another pool.

My favourite thing about it is the reactions from friends. To them it's like magic.

I bought this cleaner in November 2019 for $2,590. I’ve spent way over $2,340 on repairs. It’s a good cleaner but the app that controls it is really… Read more

bad. I’ve deleted and reinstalled it regularly hoping that the newer version will be better but no luck. These are the problems.

1. When the app eventually loads, it often can’t make contact with the robot cleaner despite that I’m standing next to the power pack. 2. Overcoming the above problem by repeated random button pushing, the Home Screen when it eventually displays is all but blank. Going to the ‘change cleaning mode’ screen and returning to the Home Screen seems to fix this problem (I think). 3. Changing the cleaning mode does not always make the cleaner obey the new mode. This morning I put in ‘floor only’ mode only to see it cleaning at the waterline a few minutes later. 4. The manual drive inputs take so long to reach the robot that I find this feature practically useless. 5. The other features supposedly offered by the app (shop?) I never use.

I don’t need to be able to operate my pool cleaner from anywhere in the world, just when I’m next to the pool. It would be wonderful if Maytronics ditched the silly internet app and came up with a reliable hard-wired control system. I’d definitely buy a new cleaner if it had this feature.

It's a good pool cleaner – We recently bought an Onga Bullshark, which is basically a Pool and Spa Warehouse proprietary version of the Hammerhead. We have used it in our pool… Read more

for two months and have had a great experience with it.

We previously had a Kreepy Krauly Marathon, and the Onga is cheaper, much quieter, more efficient and doesn't get tangled as easily. The Kreepy Krauly had problems with the skirt stretching and falling off, the hammer wearing out and the parts such as the swivel connection were generally not long-lasting. It was also very noisy. The adjustment for suction strength for the Onga is also easier, just a simple knob.

I like that the Onga hose is in 1-metre sections, because you can add more sections if the hose is not long enough, or replace a worn or damaged section with just a single section. With the Kreepy Krauly we had to replace the full hose, and it needed a lot of treatment initially to stop it constantly curling. The Onga hose is straight because it's not wound up into a tight circle in the box.

The only slight negative with the Onga is that the attachment to the skimmer box is a bit high in the pool level, and you need to keep the pool well and truly topped up to stop suction issues when the pump turns off.

The ideal pool heater for us – I replaced our original after many years with the latest model. Quiet, efficient, fast. No problems. Show details

This is my first robotic pool cleaner and I purchased it on the recommendation of someone who already had one and loved it. Not sure if it is an old… Read more

model but couldn't find a new one in stock so brought an ex demo that still came with the 2 year warranty. Have used it 4 times now and I am impressed, a great little machine. My pool doesn't get overly dirty but it can get a lot of small leaves in there, due to surrounding hedges if it is windy, which is what happened this weekend. There were small leaves all over the pool so was keen to see whether the robot would get them all and am pleased to say it did. I do have a ledge along one side of the pool and although the robot does climb up it, it is not sophisticated enough to move along in a straight line and clean the whole ledge so I just sweep this first. It does climb the walls and does the first two steps of the pool but not the top one as the water is too shallow. Was a bit concerned as the model I purchased was not designed for tiles and although most of the pool is pebblecrete, I do have a few rows of tiles at the water line but it still gets up that high and cleans them. I would definitely recommend it and it sure beats cleaning the pool manually which is what I have been doing for the last 3 years.

My beloved next door neighbours planted bamboo along our adjoining fence. My pool was always getting leaves in it as well as seeds from palm trees.… Read more

Three things sold me on the cx50 model, the two filters, the trolley for storage, and the ease of removing it from the pool by simply pressing a button to make it come to the surface. It’s very easy to operate. Lower it into the pool by the handle, (otherwise it can take a couple of minutes to sink), and press the “play” button. There is a choice of modes, one does the floor only, the other, walls and floor. It makes no noise whatsoever when running. When you want to get it from the pool, press the “lift” button and hold it down. The robot will turn on its axis. When it points to your favourite wall, let your finger off and it will drive up the wall. Then grab the handle and pull it out. The filters are easy to remove, just open the cover, lift them out and hose them. Then place it back on the trolley. I’m very happy with my purchase.

Purchased one of these through Pool and Spa warehouse Georges Hall recommended by the technician. He said it would suit my Pool when I first… Read more

installed it gave them a call ,told hi it will not climb up the side of the walls. He told me to take a couple of hoses pieces off. Took 2 m off then it started working properly, what a great pool cleaner best one I’ve had over 20 years life of the Pool.

So far, this is the best pool cleaner I've found for my pool. (See my reviews of others). It does not get stuck, and uses the least amount of… Read more

consumables.

It's now 2 1/2 years old, and is going to need some TLC to keep going much longer - the feet are starting to wear out (pebble crete) and the drive axle will occasionally need to be pushed back into the correct position.

All in all. I am pleased with this one.

Cleaner does a reasonable job but continually misses the same areas of the pool. The app is a PITA to use. Everytime you log in you are sent an email… Read more

code and need to enter that into the app just to login to get the cleaner out of the pool or anything else that’s required. Most annoying and frustrating. The filter basket is good and easy to clean, the robot always turns the same way so tangles the power cord quickly, the amount of suction is a little poor and generates a cloud of fine dirt as it goes. For the cost of this cleaner I expected more.

Really good so far – I bought one of these 3 months ago based on the reviews and its a winner, easy to set up, easy to use and has simplified my pool maintenance… Read more

massively. 5 year warranty. This is the first chlorinator in 12 years i have enjoyed. The only thing that erks me is that you can get low salt readings if you are running your chlorinator at 30% power or less? if you turn it up to 50% you will get a more accurate reading. don't let that put you off

RX-Tank Tracks failed within 3 years....not great!! I ordered new tracks from the www.kreepykrauly.com.au website for $88 for 2 pieces of rubber… Read more

(seems way over the top, but anyway.....), plus $17.50 postage (again seems expensive for 2 pieces of rubber - maybe Express Post??..............then heard nothing!? Called their number on their website 1800 777255 and they have no idea about my order?? They kept asking me for my company name - I said no, not a company, a private individual who has placed an order on your website and received a confirmation email, and have since heard nothing? Order number #18802. This is not a great customer experience, what am I supposed to do?? Very frustrating experience.

Cheap Quality Garbage – Not worth the money. After 2-3 year the stainless steel spring rusted and broke off. Real stainless steel should not rust, a so they must be using… Read more

low quality Chinese fake stainless steel.The skirt keeps coming off the head as well. I cant see myself spending money on Kreepy Krauly again. I can't find a replacement spring but the whole part of the hose it $65! Stainless steel should last for ever not a few years.

Only 2.5 years old and realised I was better off buying a cheap Aldi cleaner. After the first three months I had to call the retailer to get a rep to… Read more

come and see why it keeps getting stuck in the same spot leaving the rest of the pool untouched. Fortunately we got it going, but only for a few weeks. Since then I’ve contacted the retailer who passed on my details to Waterco ( who apparently service the product ) who only want to come out and charge a fee for labour! Pretty low considering it cost over $700. You would think it would have a better warranty than that. Like I said earlier, buy a cheap brand and throw it out after a couple of years. You will do the same with this over priced piece of trash.

Average at best. It feels the same as very early vacuuming robots—it works, but not very well. There's nothing smart or sophisticated about it, aside… Read more

from the very high price tag for what this robot is. The app is just for viewing, really, as its functions are limited to setting the cleaning time and choosing whether to clean the walls or not. You can do all of that from robot panel as well. When the robot is underwater, it doesn’t connect, making it useless. I would only recommend it if you have a large pool (ideally square for the robot convenience is not the smartest robot) with lots of debris sinking to the bottom, so you need constant vacuuming. You still have to take it out for charging quite often, which isn't the most convenient thing to do—it really defeats the purpose for me, at least. Update: The robot is dead after a year. I'm currently waiting for Medimac's warranty will see what happens.

Update: The warranty process was very smooth, which was a huge relief after the frustration of dealing with a faulty product. I’ve been upgraded to a current model, and it is much better—many of the previous issues have been addressed and rectified. It’s great to see a company not only standing behind its product but also making an effort to improve it. In a nutshell, the replacement is smaller, lighter, and more powerful. The improved cleaning patterns are making a real difference. My only criticism is that the warranty does not reset; it remains tied to the original purchase date. I believe every product should last for at least a full warranty period, and if a replacement is required, the warranty should start over from the date of replacement.

I Had the worst experience with waterco. for 7 months the heater wouldn't work and they kept blaming the installer, they finally sent out their own… Read more

tech that confirmed the unit is faulty. Now I've been having problems with the eco pump but they again are blaming the installer and want to charge me $200 to send out a tech to have a look and its still under warranty. they are impossible to talk to. Would never recommend them.

Power Force Pool Vacuum Cleaner – I'm giving this a 5 star based on performance, value and maintenance. I have waited for 6 months to write the review to see if it holds up. So far… Read more

so good. I have read a number of bad reviews and I am surprised however I must say there is a fair bit of tinkering to do in terms of suction balance and hose management to get it to peak performance. For example if it is not doing your walls then your suction is too low, won't come off the walls too high. Sticks in a corner twist the hose until you get it flowing. All sounds obvious and trivial but it makes a difference. The system is simple, solid and the diaphragm lasts which is more than I can say for the zodiac T5 where I (at least) went through a diaphragm ever 3 - 4 months. For half the price, half the maintenance and superior performance I definitely recommend the power force over the T5 or the MX6 for that matter which I find cleans beautifully but was costing me about $75 every 6 months on parts not to mention the price tag...

Easy to install. Came with hose adapters. Handy that you can remove canister without disconnecting the hose. Show details

Cleans pool ok but continuously gets stuck on the steps of the pool. Every day I seem to have to reposition the cleaner moving it away from the stairs so it can continue to clean. Would not recommend this product

Absolutely love it, I just purchased the onga hammer head which was useless always got stuck so I sent it back for a refund within a week, then I found this amazing cleaner. I just love it never gets stuck climbs the walls, its perfect Show details

This is my second zodiac G2. The first one was okay but eventually the collar became so worn replacing it Proved futile so I bought a new one. The… Read more

hoses are very stiff and I hate the locking mechanism I’m not sure why just yet but it seems to focus on one area and rarely will travel to the far end of the pool, It constantly flips onto its back so I have to intervene, I don’t think the swivel on the head works very well and for some reason they changed where you put the bumper thing… probably all part of the reason why this is proving to be a very bad purchase

I had a little trouble figuring out how to get the cleaner attached but I emailed the shop and they sent very good instructions and photos. All sorted now Show details

The Dragonfly super skimmer is best product I have bought for my pool so far. It Exceeds all my expectations on how it performs. My Dragonfly pool… Read more

skimmer has been running non stop for 8 to 10 hours a day over 16 years and I only just recently had to replace the only moving part ,( flapper ) because I accidently broke it. Yes!! it was fine until I touched it. To my astonishment it is still available and my Dragonfly is up and running again doing want it was born to do. A special thanks to Kay, Max and Robert for your outstanding advice and products. Do yourself a favour and chuck one in you pool. You can thank me later. Tom T. Sydney Australia.

My Robo Plus has lasted a good five or six years. The caddy is a shocker - zero for ergonomics. I reckon a cheap removal trolley would be better.… Read more

Inside the control unit the wires between the power supply and the socket are incredibly light duty. At a guess they must be rated for five amps tops. As a result the joints between the wire and the lugs on the socket appear to have deteriorated, causing the socket and plug to become so hot that the plastic melted. You can easily check for this problem by feeling the socket where the robot plugs into the control unit. If its hot get an electronics repairer to replace the flimsy wites before the unit dies, or worse. The video shows the old plug and socket, and the more robust Narva plug and socket

40kl Peeblecrete Pool, 25in Sand Filter, Eviroswim Sanitation, Onga LTP1100 pump. Purchased my new Madimack Inverter Plus 1.1kW, plugged it in… Read more

(super simple) and the effect is immediate. No more hard Pump Starts, Noise reduced dramatically, Power Saving immediate. My Onga LTP1100 normally runs at 2900rpm using about 1kwh in the process. The Frequecy Inverter allows you to step down in 50rpm steps to reach the where the Filtration System can run normally with no detrimental effect. My step down limit where everything runs normally, including the Rebel Pool Cleaner is 2200rpm. This uses about 480wh which is half the power usage. At switch on it still winds up to 2900rpm to get the water flowing and then steps down to 2200rpm for my normal daytime running preset. What a fantastic device. These Frequency Inverters are a no brainer for everyday pool pump use. Do yourself and your budget a favour and get one.

I have been using the RX-1 since 2018. It is pretty hardy and works well on our quartz surface pool. The rubber on the edges has worn off and Im not… Read more

sure if you can get spares - but I glue some bicycle tire tube pieces there bcos if I dont it seems to get stuck in one place.

Recently the yellow Impeller broke- I have ordered a replacement and hopefully can get it working again.

Very easy to use and I dont have any issues with this product.

If you own a swim spa and you’re tired of dealing with tangled cords, bulky pool robots, or manual vacuuming, the Zodiac Spabot promises something… Read more

refreshingly simple:

Drop it in. Walk away. Come back to a clean spa in 60 minutes.

After running it in our standard swim spa — and comparing it to our previous Dolphin robotic cleaner — here’s what I found.

What It Is

The Zodiac Spabot is a cordless, battery-powered robotic cleaner designed specifically for spas and swim spas — not swimming pools.

Key characteristics:

• Fully cordless • 60-minute autonomous cleaning cycle • Designed for floors, seats, and lower walls • Self-contained filtration canister • No hoses, no external pump required

It’s positioned as a convenience cleaner for spa owners who want automated maintenance without the complexity of traditional pool robots.

Build Quality & Design

This feels engineered — not adapted from pool equipment.

The casing is solid and well sealed, with a sturdy integrated carry handle. The wheels are stable and the brushes feel durable and purpose-built for textured spa surfaces.

The most important design advantage?

No cord.

Our previous Dolphin robotic cleaner performed well, but the cord frequently tangled and, over time, began to perish from exposure to the elements — meaning an expensive replacement cable was inevitable. Managing the cord every clean became frustrating.

The Spabot removes that entire problem.

Design highlights:

• Compact footprint ideal for swim spas • Integrated lift handle • Easy-access filter lid • Balanced underwater movement

It feels purpose-built for spa environments rather than a scaled-down pool robot.

Performance – Real World Testing

On Paper:

• 60-minute cycle • Autonomous navigation • Floor and lower wall cleaning • Water detection sensor (activates when submerged)

In Reality (Standard Swim Spa)

Submerge it, release the trapped air bubbles as instructed, and it activates confidently.

In our swim spa:

• It navigated methodically and consistently • It made clearly visible cleaning passes • It handled fine debris and sediment well • It climbed lower wall sections effectively • It floated to the surface at cycle completion

Unlike our previous corded cleaner, there was no cable drag influencing movement. It moved freely and predictably.

The 60-minute cycle felt perfectly matched to the spa size — not rushed and not excessive.

Noise is minimal and operation is unobtrusive.

Battery & Charging

Charging is straightforward:

• Standard 100–240V charger • One full cycle per charge • Must dry fully before reconnecting to power

Battery life aligns closely with the advertised 60-minute run time. In a standard swim spa, that duration feels appropriate and effective.

This is a cycle-based maintenance tool — not a continuous-duty cleaner.

Ease of Use

This is where the Spabot genuinely excels.

Start process: 1. Turn on. 2. Submerge. 3. Release bubbles. 4. Let go.

That’s it.

No hose setup. No external power supply. No cord management.

When finished, it floats to the surface for easy retrieval.

Filter cleaning is simple: • Release latch • Remove canister • Rinse • Reattach

Maintenance is intuitive and low-effort.

Cleaning Effectiveness in a Standard Swim Spa

This is where I was most impressed.

In our swim spa:

• It removed settled sediment effectively • It reduced manual brushing • It noticeably improved clarity • It maintained a clean appearance between deeper cleans

It won’t replace proper filtration or water chemistry management, but as part of a regular maintenance routine, it delivers real, visible results.

For a standard swim spa, the coverage and cycle time feel well balanced.

What could be improved.

(To stay balanced)

• No app control or cycle customization • No spot-clean mode • Not designed for large leaf debris • Must dry before charging

That said, these are trade-offs that keep the system simple and cordless.

Value Assessment

You’re paying for:

• Cordless simplicity • Zero hose or cable management • Drop-and-walk-away cleaning • Reduced manual vacuuming • Freedom from expensive replacement cables

After dealing with a perishing Dolphin cord and ongoing tangles, the convenience factor alone adds significant value.

For swim spa owners, this feels intelligently priced for the problem it solves.

Verdict

Buy it if:

• You own a swim spa or spa • You’re tired of corded robotic cleaners • You want simple, repeatable maintenance • You value compact, purpose-built design • Great price

Skip it if:

• You want pool-level robotic power • Your spa regularly accumulates large debris • You want smart app integration

Final Rating (Standard Swim Spa Context)

Build Quality: 8.5/10 Ease of Use: 9.5/10 Cleaning Effectiveness: 8.5/10 Convenience Factor: 9.5/10 Value: 8.5/10

Overall: 8.5/10 — A Smart, Cordless Upgrade for Swim Spa Owners

We sourced our Zodiac Spabot through LJ and Kirrily at Heater & Spa Parts, and the experience made the purchase even better. They’re knowledgeable, attentive and genuinely invested in helping customers choose the right equipment for their specific spa setup. Having a supplier who understands not just the product, but the broader spa system and maintenance requirements, adds real confidence to ownership. Even their resident dachshund, Chip, contributes to the welcoming experience.