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Above ground pools have soft liners, straight walls and ladders that change what a robot needs. Here is what to check, and which robots their makers list for above ground pools.

Most makers advise against swimming while a pool robot is running. Here is why, what about skimmers and cordless robots, and a simple routine that keeps swim time and clean time apart.

Most pools do well with a robot run two or three times a week in season, plus after storms. Here is how to set a schedule for your pool, how long each run should be, and when to run more or less.

The WYBOT S2 Solar is a cordless pool robot that charges from a solar dock as well as DC power and runs on a weekly schedule. Here is how it works and how it compares with the S2 and S2 Solar Vision.

Most pool robots pick up sand, but only a fine enough filter keeps it. Here is how filters handle sand, where pool sand usually comes from, and how to stop it coming back.

Most pool robots clean floors and walls well but struggle with steps and shallow ledges. Here is why, which robots reach shallow platforms, and how to keep steps clean.

A manual vacuum costs little but takes your time every week. A robotic cleaner costs more but cleans floors, walls and often the waterline on its own. Here is how they compare.

A skimmer robot catches floating debris before it sinks; a floor robot cleans what reaches the bottom and walls. Here is when one is enough and when a pair saves work.

Fake stores copy well-known pool robot brands with prices that look too good. Here are the warning signs, how to check a seller before you pay, and what to do if you have been scammed.