Aiper Scuba S1
24-month limited warranty
- Cordless
- Up to 1,600 sq ft / 50 ft
- Floor + walls + waterline
- Official pages conflict: 150 or 180 minutes for a full run; Eco claims 240–270 minutes across divided cycles
Aiper Scuba S1 vs Niya Sonar 20
See how these two robots compare—and why the Dolphin Quantum Pro is the easy choice for corded cleaning with no battery downtime.
Niya Sonar 20
Niya (cordless)
1 year manufacturer warranty
- Cordless
- Above-ground
- Floor
- Coarse filter basket
Why corded wins
Corded Dolphin avoids the charging routine built into every Aiper.
Aiper removes the floating cable, but every full-capacity run depends on a charged battery. Dolphin Max-Series™ and ProLine™ deliver continuous power, immediate repeat cycles and more filtration choices.
Scuba S1 runs on a battery
- No floating cable, but the robot must recharge after its available battery is used.
- Runtime: Official pages conflict: 150 or 180 minutes for a full run; Eco claims 240–270 minutes across divided cycles
- Recharge time: 3–4 hours
Corded power keeps the next cycle ready
- No charging delay or finite battery runtime.
- Reusable MaxBin™, NanoFilters™ or MultiMedia™ filtration choices.
- Authorized-dealer support and genuine replacement parts.
Choose a Max-Series™ or ProLine™ Dolphin when immediate repeat cycles, no battery-care routine, model-specific filter choices and authorized-dealer support carry more weight.
The Dolphins worth buying
Four corded picks. No battery compromises.
Every model below is ready for another full-capacity cycle as soon as the filter is rinsed. Choose the cleaning coverage and filtration that fit your pool.
No multi-hour charging break between cycles.
MaxBin™, NanoFilters™ or Premier MultiMedia™.
Manufacturer warranty, genuine parts and authorized dealers.
Max-Series™ · Best value
Dolphin Cayman
Corded floor-and-wall cleaning, a weekly timer and oversized MaxBin™ filtration for pools up to 40 ft.
$1049.0
Max-Series™ + ProLine™ · Best overall
Best match for this comparison
Dolphin Quantum
Our all-around pick with floor-to-waterline cleaning, step coverage, app control, an XXL MaxBin™ and NanoFilters™.
$1599.0
ProLine™ · Best filtration
Dolphin Premier
The filtration specialist: standard cartridges, NanoFilters™ and an oversized leaf bag, backed by a 3-year warranty.
$1949.0
ProLine™ · Most advanced
Dolphin Sigma
Our connected ProLine™ flagship with app control, gyroscope-guided navigation, waterline cleaning and a 3-year warranty.
$2349.0
| What to compare | Scuba S1 | Niya Sonar 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Pool and cleaning system | ||
| Power | Cordless lithium-ion battery | Cordless battery power |
| Pool rating | Up to 1,600 sq ft / 50 ft | Above-ground |
| Cleaning coverage | Floor + walls + waterline | Floor |
| Runtime / cycle | Official pages conflict: 150 or 180 minutes for a full run; Eco claims 240–270 minutes across divided cycles | Not published |
| Charging / repeat cycles | 3–4 hours to recharge | See the official model specification for charging details |
| Flow rate | 4,200 GPH rated flow | Not published |
| Scrubbing system | One active PVC roller; two drive motors + one brushless filtration motor | Not published |
| Filtration | 3.5 L, 180 µm basket; current store data says 3 µm media is equipped while Aiper's filter guide calls it optional | Coarse filter basket |
| Controls and ownership | ||
| Navigation | WavePath™ 2.0 with five selectable cleaning modes | Sonar-guided navigation |
| Scheduling / controls | Periodic/Eco cleaning schedule through the Aiper app | Push-button start on the robot |
| Warranty | 24-month limited warranty | 1 year manufacturer warranty |
| What is included |
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Sizing note: Pool area, maximum length, runtime and flow each tell you something different. Match the cleaner to your measured pool instead of choosing whichever headline number is largest.
How Scuba S1 and Niya Sonar 20 compare
The Aiper Scuba S1 is cordless and rated for up to 1,600 sq ft / 50 ft. It cleans floor + walls + waterline and uses 3.5 l, 180 µm basket; current store data says 3 µm media is equipped while aiper's filter guide calls it optional filtration. Runtime: Official pages conflict: 150 or 180 minutes for a full run; Eco claims 240–270 minutes across divided cycles.
The Niya Sonar 20 comes from the Niya (cordless) lineup. It is rated for above-ground and cleans floor with Coarse filter basket filtration. Its standard cycle is not published.
The easy choice: corded Dolphin
The Scuba S1 removes the floating cable, but it adds charging time, finite runtime and battery care to the cleaning routine.
We recommend the Dolphin Quantum Pro. It delivers corded cleaning with no recharge delay, plus it bridges both flagship lineups with app control, an XXL MaxBin™, NanoFilters™ and cleaning from the floor and steps through the waterline.
Ready to choose your Dolphin?
Start with Max-Series™ for corded value, or step up to ProLine™ for our strongest residential filtration and coverage.
Scuba S1 vs Niya Sonar 20 FAQ
Is Aiper Scuba S1 better than Niya Sonar 20?
For most pool owners, we recommend a corded Dolphin Max-Series™ or ProLine™ robot. Aiper Scuba S1 removes the cable, but it also adds charging time, finite runtime and battery care.
What is the biggest difference between these two cleaners?
Aiper removes the floating cable, but every full-capacity run depends on a charged battery. Dolphin Max-Series™ and ProLine™ deliver continuous power, immediate repeat cycles and more filtration choices.
Can their pool-size ratings be compared directly?
No. Pool area, maximum length, runtime and flow each tell you something different. Match the cleaner to your measured pool instead of choosing whichever headline number is largest.
Which Dolphin is your pick?
Start with the Dolphin Quantum Pro from the Max-Series™ / ProLine™: it bridges both flagship lineups with app control, an XXL MaxBin™, NanoFilters™ and cleaning from the floor and steps through the waterline.
Sources and specifications
We reviewed these manufacturer pages and policies on November 9, 2026. Specifications, prices and app features can change.