Winner
29% OFF
$499.99
$699.99
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Aiper site.
2026 verdict
For most homes, the Aiper Scuba S1 is the simpler and more affordable choice of the two robotic pool cleaners.
It covers the floor, walls, the waterline and shallow areas from about 12 inches, filters to the same 3 microns as the Aiper Scuba V3, and runs five modes with a weekly schedule on a 180 minute battery. The Scuba V3 is the smarter navigator: VisionPath pairs an AI camera with time-of-flight sensing to plan a route instead of covering the pool evenly, and it works the floor, walls and waterline in one cycle with the same fine filtration. Pick the V3 when route planning matters and the S1 when a lower outlay for the same coverage is what you want.
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| Feature | Aiper Scuba S1 | Aiper Scuba V3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.99 | €849.00 | Aiper Scuba S1 |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.0 | Aiper Scuba S1 |
| Navigation | None | AI Camera Vision, Obstacle Avoidance, Auto Parking | Aiper Scuba V3 |
| Pool Compatibility | In-Ground Pools | In-Ground Pools | Tie |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor Cleaning, Wall Cleaning, Waterline Cleaning, Steps & Platform Cleaning | Floor Cleaning, Wall Cleaning, Waterline Cleaning | Tie |
| Cordless | YES | YES | Tie |
| Battery Life | 180 minutes | 180 minutes | Tie |
| Solar Charging | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
What the differences mean
Navigation
The Aiper Scuba V3 pairs an AI camera with time-of-flight sensing to plan a route and drive toward debris, while the Aiper Scuba S1 uses WavePath 2.0 inertial navigation. On a cordless machine with a fixed charge, planning where to go is what keeps the far end of the pool from being skipped.
Charging
The Scuba V3 charges on a wireless dock with no exposed contacts to corrode. The Scuba S1 has no dock and plugs in through a DC cable, so one cycle ends on a contact plate and the other with a cord at the coping.
Brush system
The Scuba V3 carries dual roller brushes and the Scuba S1 a single active PVC roller. The extra brush helps on stuck-on film and in the cove, while the single roller is simpler and easier to clear of hair and string.
Which one to buy if
- you want the lower outlay for a typical in-ground pool
The Scuba S1 covers the floor, walls, waterline and shallow areas with the same 3 micron filtration for less money.
- you want the robot to plan where it cleans
The Scuba V3 uses VisionPath AI vision and time-of-flight sensing to route toward debris rather than cover the pool evenly.
- you want a charging dock with no exposed contacts
The Scuba V3 charges on a wireless dock, where the Scuba S1 is plugged in through a cable.
- you want the simplest machine to keep clean and clear
The Scuba S1 has a single active PVC roller and five modes, with fewer parts to rinse and replace.
Winner
29% OFF
$499.99
$699.99
- + Price: $499.99
- + Rating: 4.3
- - Navigation: None vs AI Camera Vision, Obstacle Avoidance, Auto Parking
€849.00
- + Navigation: AI Camera Vision, Obstacle Avoidance, Auto Parking
- - Price: €849.00 vs $499.99
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.3
What owners say
Owners of the Aiper Scuba V3 describe it replacing both a corded cleaner and a weekly session with a hand brush. The recurring praise is coverage: it works the whole pool rather than the easy middle, and the waterline pass is what they notice most because it is the chore they used to do themselves. The app is where modes, schedules and progress live, and the physical buttons on the unit mean a quick floor-only pass does not need a phone. The filtration is the other theme, with the 3 micron insert holding silt and pollen a coarse basket would return to the water. Their warnings are the cordless ceiling, a recharge that runs longer than the cycle, and a handful of units that failed after a couple of months but drew a fast, generous support response.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Aiper Scuba S1 or Aiper Scuba V3?
The Aiper Scuba S1 for most homes, since it covers the floor, walls, waterline and shallow areas with the same 3 micron filtration for a lower outlay. The Aiper Scuba V3 is the better pick when you want AI camera navigation that plans a route and works the whole pool rather than covering it evenly.
What is the biggest difference between the Aiper Scuba S1 and the Aiper Scuba V3?
Navigation. The Aiper Scuba V3 uses VisionPath AI vision with time-of-flight sensing to drive toward debris, while the Aiper Scuba S1 uses WavePath 2.0 inertial navigation. Both cover the floor, walls and waterline and filter to 3 microns.
Do the Aiper Scuba S1 and Aiper Scuba V3 work with Alexa or Google Home?
No. Neither the Aiper Scuba S1 nor the Aiper Scuba V3 has smart home integrations, so both are controlled through the Aiper app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth while the robot is at the surface.
Do the Aiper Scuba S1 and Aiper Scuba V3 clean the waterline?
Yes, both work the waterline. Coverage is one of the things the two share, along with 3 micron dual-layer filtration and support for the same in-ground pools.
Who should buy the Aiper Scuba S1?
A pool owner who wants the core surfaces cleaned with fine filtration at the lowest outlay, and does not need camera-based routing or a charging dock.
Who should buy the Aiper Scuba V3?
An owner who wants the robot to plan its route and target debris, and who values the wireless charging dock and dual roller brushes.
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