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Hayward AquaBug Pool Cleaner
Maintain your aboveground pool effortlessly with the Hayward AquaBug Pool Cleaner. This intelligent cleaner automates pool maintenance, freeing you from manual chores. Featuring Hayward's SmartDrive programmed steering, it ensures complete coverage, tackling everything from fine dust to larger debris. Installation is a breeze, taking 10 minutes or less with all necessary hoses included. The AquaBug works with your existing filtration system, enhancing water circulation like a moving drain without needing an extra booster pump. Enjoy easy, trouble-free operation and cleaner water with this efficient pool solution.
$179.95
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
447
/ 583
#447 in Pool Sweeps & Vacuums
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Model Number
3500
/ W
Who it's for
- Easy, Tool-Free Installation
- Charming Aesthetic
- Efficient Suction Cleaning
Who should skip it
- Limited Coverage and Sticking
- Increased Pump Wear and Energy Use
- Requires Adequate Pump Power
Key Specs
Model Number
W3500
Product Form
Robotic
Recommended Pool Type
Aboveground pool
Pool Type Compatibility
Above-Ground Pools
Hose Length
Included
Included Accessories
Hoses
Requires Pump
No
Manufacturer
Hayward
Features
- Patented SmartDrive steering for automatic coverage
- Cleans automatically without supervision
- Works with existing filtration system
- Simple 10-minute installation
- Improves water circulation
- Cleans microscopic dust to larger debris
- Easy, trouble-free operation
- No debris bags to empty
What customers say
The Hayward AquaBug is viewed as a reliable, high value cleaner ideal for above ground pools with flat bottoms. Users appreciate its charming design and simple tool free setup, noting it effectively manages routine debris when connected to a strong pump. This convenience significantly cuts down on manual cleaning time, offering great affordability. However, satisfaction is often tempered by operational issues. A common complaint involves the cleaner getting stuck near obstacles or on slightly uneven floors, necessitating frequent manual retrieval. Furthermore, some internal components show limited long term durability, leading to concerns about replacement costs. Overall, it is a strong budget option for straightforward cleaning needs, provided users anticipate potential monitoring.
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