The Best Pool Skimmers of 2023

The Betta 2 robot is perhaps the ultimate in automatic pool skimmers. It is propeller-driven and runs on solar power. Built-in sensors identify pool edges or other obstacles so it can simply be put into the pool and left to navigate its way around. Should it need to be directed, there is a cordless remote for manual control.

The twin Superior Continuous Torque (SCT) motors are both chlorine and salt tolerant, so it can run in most any pool water. An intake impeller guides leaves and other debris into the internal tray. A convenient handle makes it easy to empty. Adjustable anti-strand bars help prevent the Betta 2 robotic pool skimmer from getting stuck on steps or shallow areas of the pool. LED status indicators provide a variety of useful feedback.

The Betta 2 skimmer is a remarkable device, but the investment required is considerable. Plus, it is only a pool surface skimmer, so it won’t tackle the sides or bottom of the pool.

What Our Team Says: Bob Vila Executive Editor and product tester, Stephanie Cronk, says, “When testing our robotic pool cleaners, we found this to be by far one of the most useful tools we’ve come across. We live in an area that has a lot of pollen and cottonwood flying around; so much so that some days we joke that it’s snowing out. Since we’ve been using this unit, our pool stays clear of bugs and debris. It’s also worth noting that my pool sits in the shade for half of the day and that does not affect this unit’s ability to clean”

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Get the Betta pool skimmer at Amazon or The Home Depot.