The V3 offers 180-minute floor, wall, and waterline cleaning (210 min in ECO mode).
The V3 offers 180-minute floor, wall, and waterline cleaning (210 min in ECO mode). The X1 adds 180-minute runtime, quad-motor wall-climbing, and step-cleaning. For complex pool shapes and AI-powered navigation choose the V3. For maximum suction and step cleaning, choose the X1. Filter and brush accessories are not cross-compatible between models.
Spec comparison at a glance
Runtime: V3 = 180 min (210 ECO), X1 = 180 min. Drive: V3 = Dual motor, X1 = Quad motor. Wall climbing: V3 = Yes, X1 = Yes. Step cleaning: V3 = No, X1 = Yes. Filter: V3 = 180µm standard + 3µm MicroMesh option, X1 = 3µm micromesh. Connectivity: both via Bluetooth + Aiper app.
Which pool types suit which model
V3: Pools up to 150 m², all floor types, adaptive AI navigation — ideal for complex shapes. X1: Any pool with waterline walls, benches, steps — in-ground pools of any size, quad-motor power.
Upgrade path
The V3 cannot be hardware-upgraded to match the X1’s quad-motor performance or step-cleaning capability. If your needs change, the V3’s resale value holds reasonably well in the used-robot market, making it a cost-effective entry point with a clear upgrade path.
