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Maytronics Dolphin S200
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- 3 reviews
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Long term problems
I have had my S200 for around 19 months. It was 10 months old when I bought it. So it is Around 2.5 years old. When it works, it is fantastic but unfortunately the older it has gotten the more unreliable it has become. I have lost count this year how many repairs I have had done. More than 10 this year. It is back in the shop again and now needs another new motor after only having the motor replaced less than 12 months ago. So a $500 repair. I have seen advertising that says that these cleaners will last up to 10 years so the two year warranty...
Read more doesn’t matter. It matters. I feel like as soon as mine was out of warranty I have had nothing but trouble with it. I am now facing the prospect of paying $2550 for a new cleaner as it feels like I’m throwing good money after bad with my old cleaner. Buyers beware that you may only get two years or so out of this cleaner. When I contacted the company the response was defensive & unhelpful. They took no responsibility for their product and advised that I must have cleaned the pool too many times...Purchased in at Rode Pools for $1,300.
- 4 reviews
- 2 likes
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Best pool cleaner I have ever had
The Dolphin S200 is an ideal pool cleaner that picks up all debris and does the job perfectly.
Having had various other types of cleaners that rely on being connected to the pool filtration system and run when the pool filter is going do not do as good a job as these standalone systems.
There is a big saving on running costs and a lot less use of chemicals because the Dolphin S200 stores the debris in it is own easy to clean canister which means that no dirt particles end up in the pool filter which also means less backwashing of the filter.
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Purchased in .
Ok at start then....
Had the s200 for about 2.5 yrs now. First 12 months ok in cleaning most debri at the bottom of pool. It wont pick up everything. The biggest let down is the twisted cord after around 12 months operating. tried everything....still gets twisted and sometime wraps around drive wheels. Also the black flap behind drive wheel comes off in the pool.
Purchased in at Mr Pool Man for $2,100.
Hello and thank you for reaching out.
If the Dolphin is not collecting debris, the ultra-fine filter cartridges may be dirty or clogged and if so, this may be affecting the robot’s ability to effect...
Read moreively collect debris. The filters are able to be rinsed under a tap to remove any debris and the ultra-fine filter is also able to be soaked in warm water and a mild dishwashing detergent should any debris not shift easily.
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Expected more
Does not clean the entire bottom, without running it 2-3 cycles the same day. It gets hung up on stairs and bench requiring me to have to stand by to free it so its not a set it and forget it cleaner. Been working with customer assistance but really not a help.
Purchased in for $855.
Hi Dug, Thank you for your feedback.
With regard to the collection of debris, if the amount of debris in the pool at any given time is a considerable amount, it may cause the intake slots for the fil...
Read moreter/s to become blocked or clogged. It is recommended to manually remove any excess debris from the pool prior to running the Dolphin.
I clean filters daily and they are never full.
Hello Dug,
Climbing steps and ledges as areas that require cleaning is not part of the mapping process that each robot undertakes in order to clean any pool. ...
Read more As robotic pool cleaners have a footprint of approximately 400mm, it is not guaranteed that robots will be able to climb steps and ledges due to the variance in size, shape, depth and shape of steps between pools. These areas may also be too shallow for the robot to navigate as they do have a minimum depth requirement to function at their best.
Great pool cleaner
Absolutely awesome cleaner… my pool is sparkling clean… definitely worth the money. Can believe I didn’t have one before now. I have much more time to do other things now.
Purchased in .
Hi Jane
Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback regarding your new Dolphin S200. We are glad to hear that your pool is sparkling and you now have more time to enjoy other things....
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Worth the investment
Gets the job done very well, I don't have to manually vacuum anymore.
The only downsides are that if there's a lot of debris it gets blocked and shuts off. It also doesn't clean the steps in the pool.
Other than that it has made my life a lot easier and saves me heaps of time.
Purchased in for $2,200.
Hello Dimitrios. Thank you for your feedback.
We are glad to hear that the Dolphin S200 is doing a great job in keeping the pool clean and has allowed you to stop manually vacuuming! Should the filte...
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Great pool cleaner - worth the price
The S200 is picking up twigs and leaves and all debris from the pool. We have pebblecrete surface and it scrubs it picking any small algae as well. Great to see it scrub the walls and the water line. I recommend it - essentially you plug it in and leave it to it.
Purchased in for $2,162.
Hi JCE
Thanks for your great feedback on the Dolphin S200 and the great job it is doing in cleaning and maintaining your pool
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- 2 reviews
- 1 like
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Time saving pool cleaner
Worth 5 times what we paid, best cleaner that does what it says CLEAN we mostly get red dirt from paddock over back fence, money well spent best cleaner since we got our pool 20 years ago, it’s a miracle cleaner.
Purchased in for $2,300.
Hi Julie
Thank you for your kind words - we are so glad to hear that your Dolphin S200 is doing an awesome job and making your life a little easier....
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Best Pool Cleaner Ever!!
We've had so many pool cleaners over the life of our pool (nearly 30 years). This is the best pool cleaner, by far. Fantastic! Wish we had found it earlier.
Purchased in for $2,000.
Hi Kas
Thank you for your kind words and feedback...
Read more We are glad to hear that you have finally found "the one" and hope you enjoy your new Dolphin for many years to come. Have a great dayReview collected in partnership with Maytronics
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Like a full time pool assistant!
Fantastic pool robot!
Easy to use and clean with straightforward controls.
Not heavy to lift in and out of the pool and cleans every part of the floor and walls.
We love it!
Purchased in .
Hi
Thank you for your kind words and feedback....
Read moreWe are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new Dolphin. Have a great dayReview collected in partnership with Maytronics
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- 2 reviews
So much better (and easier) then our old suction hose cleaner. Picked up everything from the pool
Picks up everything including fine sand and leaves. Doesn’t really get in the way of swimming in the pool but we do take it out when it is finished as per recommendations
Purchased in for $1,950.
Hi Deb
Thank you for your positive feedback.
We are so glad to hear that your new Dolphin has made such a difference in keeping the entire pool clean and free from a variety of debris. Have a great day.
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Disappointed
S200 model. Has been working fine for 2 years. Always cleaned after use and stored in a clean and dry pool shed. Now when I put it in the water and switch it on it cleans for about 1 minute and switches off
Purchased in .
Hello Matt. Thank you for reaching out.
If the power supply LED light stays on and the robot displays signs of not functioning correctly, it is recommended to check for obstructions within the impell...
Read moreer as it may be tangled with leaves, hair, and other debris. With the robot disconnected from power, remove the impeller cover and examine the unit. Any obstructions are to be removed. Please also feel free to visit us at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Jai0TzND0E&t=1s
- 4 reviews
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Great addition
Note : I’ve belatedly realised that the S100 review below is in the S200 section. The S200 looks to be a step up from the S200 so I imagine it is a terrific product!
After 18 years in our home and now into retirement I had started wondering aloud whether it was time for us to downsize and not be lumbered with yard maintenance and pool maintenance in particular.
We’d had cheap filter pump-driven units the whole time and I felt they did a passable job vacuuming up sediment but leaves (we have way more than our share) necessitated very frequent,...
Purchased in .
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S200 dream machine
I’ve been using a SWASH TC (the yellow model) for 2 weeks 3HRS per day. I clean the filter after every use day there is less & less algae in the filter & it scrubs the waterline as well does a lot better job than the old pole brush. I live in a rental property with a pool the salt water chlorinator doesn’t work but the dolphin still keeps the pool clean, I’ve now purchased an S200 as I had only borrowed the SWASH.
Purchased in for $2,000.
Hello Everett.
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that the borrowed Dolphin Swash TC did such a great job in keeping the pool clean and that the Dolphin S200 is now in its place also doing a great job! Have a great day.
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Must have, no question.
I bought a Maytronics S200 cleaner just before Christmas in 2019. It performed flawlessly for two years, and impressively was delivered by Splash Pools at Tuggerah, within two days of clicking! I used it for two hours a day, three times a week during this period. I always took it out of the pool when the cycle finished, cleaned the basket and stored it on a piece of cardboard, upside down in a spare room out of the elements. Fantastic machine with no complaints. However, I then started Christmas leave on the 7th December, almost two years after...
Read more purchase, and as usual put the Dolphin to work pre Christmas swimming. The S200 was trying hard but would not steer! she just drove back and forward on a linear plane, often doing a wheelie attempting to turn but to no avail. I spoke to the Maytronics dealer (Splash Pools) here on the Central Coast of NSW, the guys looked at it, acted quickly and efficiently, and replaced the motors and circuit board assembly within the machine. It was ready to go four days later, and is working better than ever. Best thing was that they covered full costs of everything faulty and labour, I only had to take the Dolphin to their shop, and later pick it up. I will buy Maytronics again in a heartbeat, yes the initial cost is very high (mine cost 2100) the support and quality is well worth it. My pool is pebblecrete, 9 metres x 4.2 metres with average depth of 1.7 metres, approx 60,000 litres of water, and this machine + my Zodiac saltwater crossover (from Craig and Jenny at Poolwerx Toukley) keeps the water crystal.Purchased in for $2,100.
Hello Greg.
Thank you for your feedback regarding your Dolphin S200. We are so glad to hear that the unit has been performing well and that the team at Splash's Pools have been so efficient and impres...
- 2 reviews
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Got New S200 and Im Concerned
I have had it 3 days, removed leaves etc before use but three leaves have gone in pool, S200 drives over these, blows them around does not pick them up??
Purchased in for $2,200.
Hello and thank you for reaching out.
The Dolphin S200 has a dual filter of which are 50 micron and 70 micron. If the Dolphin is not collecting this debris, ensure that the water chemistry is balance...
Easy to use and effective
I bought my Maytronics S200 Dolphin yesterday. Brought it home, set it up and got it going in 5 minutes. And the pool look great!! No more time consuming manual vacuuming.
Purchased in for $2,162.
Hello Heath.
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that the Dolphin S200 has been easy to set up and use and that the pool is looking amazing! Have a great day.
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Questions & Answers
How do you remove a broken lid latch on a 200 dolphin robot and how do you install a new one.
Hello Rosita. Unfortunately it is not an easy thing to remove the latch and to replace it. Please give us a call on 1300 693 657 option2 so we can assist you with the details of a Robotic Repair Centre where you can go to have the latch fixed.
Does the dolphin s200 have a internal time it shutdowns power off and than starts again? It seems it shuts off after running at night
Hello Shiela,
Thank you for reaching out to us in relation to your S200. In relation to your enquiry please refer to the below:
How do I set the weekly timer for my Dolphin robotic pool cleaner?...
my dolphin S200 run for about 5min then it stops, i can take it out for a bit and it will do it again. i was thinking maybe the cable is bad by the connection. i put in new rubber seal etc. but still doing the same.
Hello Kent. We are sorry to hear that you are experiencing an issue with your S200 Robot. An early stop of the robot may be caused by a warning from the motor safety sensors. In this case we advise yo...
Read moreu to check that there are no obstructions in the drive system or in the impeller. Make sure the power supply is unplugged from the outlet. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver, do not use a power drill. If you notice debris trapped in the impeller, open the impeller, remove the debris, and reassemble. If your robot model has our Power Stream mobility system, please check the clear plastic cover around the motor unit and the grilles on the sides of your model for visible debris there as well. We would advise you to check that your power supply unit also remains switched on when your robot stops. If your power supply unit is also turning off, we recommend you check there is no issue with your power supply.Get an answer from our members and Maytronics representatives
Details
Features:
- The Maytronics Dolphin S200 is a robotic cleaner that removes dirt and debris from your pool.
- It’s Australia’s first robotic pool cleaner to receive Climate Care Certification, meaning you’ll save more on energy and water bills, and still receive better water filtration than competitor models.
- The pool cleaner has an advanced PowerStream Mobility System that emits multi-directional water jets, allowing it to keep a steady grip on all horizontal and vertical surfaces. This ultimately makes for an effective clean and better navigation.
- Having scanning software and a navigation system ensures that the pool’s surfaces are fully cleaned using the most efficient route.
- The model is ultra-lightweight and easy to handle.
Points of praise:
- Most reviewers found that the pool cleaner effectively removed fine and coarse debris from the pool, leaving it sparkling clean.
- They also found that the pool cleaner was easy to clean.
- According to reviewers, the Maytronics Dolphin S200 is easy to set up.
A point of pain:
- Some reviewers found that certain parts of the pool cleaner weren’t as durable as expected. Some of these also found that the machine stopped working altogether.
| Category | Robotic Pool Cleaners |
|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | 1850 |
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Works fantastically well. Really good machine.
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Awesome cleaning
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Hi Ruth. Thank you for your feedback. We understand that you had been in contact with our Customer Care team and that information had been provided regarding your Dolphin S200. Please do not hesitate ...
Read moreto contact us on 1300 693 657 option 2 for any further assistance.