DOLPHIN Proteus DX3 vs E10, Which is Better?

The DOLPHIN Proteus DX3 and the E10 are pool cleaners for different types of pools, so you must be careful about their capabilities before choosing one. These two models are designed for different pool-types, the DX3 is an in-ground robotic pool cleaner, while the Dolphin E10 is designed for above-ground pools.
Both models offer top access filters, use fine filter kits, and come with a single standard brush for effective cleaning. The suction rate for both cleaners is 4000 gallons per hour (gph), ensuring a great pool cleaning performance.

Dolphin Proteus DX3	Dolphin E10

The main differences between the two models lie in their size, cleaning coverage, cycle-time, automation capabilities, and pool compatibility. The Dolphin Proteus DX3 is slightly heavier than the Dolphin E10 and comes with a longer cable (50 ft compared to 40 ft for the E10). It also offers more extensive cleaning coverage, able to clean both the floor and walls of the pool, whereas the E10 is designed for floor cleaning only. In terms of automation, the DX3 has a weekly timer and an automation mode, features absent in the E10 model.

Key Differences:

Here are the differences at a glance, we have bolded the differences for easy spotting.

• The DX3 is a in-ground model, while the E10 is suitable for above ground pools.
• The DX3 is a slightly heavier robot.
• The DX3 has a longer cable length (50 ft) compared to the Dolphin E10 (40 ft).
• The DX3 can clean both the floor and walls of the pool, whereas the Dolphin E10 is designed for floor cleaning only.
• The Proteus DX3 has a weekly timer and an automation mode, features that the E10 lacks.
• The Dolphin Proteus DX3 is suitable for pools up to 33 ft in size and can clean rectangular and round shapes, while the Dolphin E10 is suitable for slightly smaller pools (up to 30 ft) but can handle more diverse shapes including rectangular, round, free shape, and kidney pools.

If you are still unsure we recommend you to check our Dolphin Nautilus CC and E20 comparison, they have some extra features.

If you’re still interested in learning more about these two models, we put together their specifications side by side below:

DOLPHIN Proteus DX3 vs DOLPHIN E10 Specs Table

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