Getting a pool cleaning crew can be challenging if you don’t have time or inclination to do it yourself. However, there are many types of pool cleaners out there that can help. Today, we’ll be guiding you through one very specific type with our glimpse at the best pressure-side pool cleaners.
The pressure-side pool cleaner is a type of automatic pool cleaner that's commonly used by homeowners. Aside from being capable of cleaning both the pool and the spa, it can also function as an upright pool cleaner.
Since 1972, Polaris has been the #1 brand in the automatic pool cleaners industry. With a variety of pressure pool cleaners, you can find the one that fits to your pool design. Here are the top 8 best Pressure Side Polaris Pool Cleaners:
1. Polaris - 280 Pressure Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
The Polaris 280 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is the most used automatic cleaner out of the available options for in ground pools. The Polaris 280 cleaner comes complete with 31 feet of hose, back-up valve, universal wall fitting connector, and an all-purpose zippered bag. In order for the cleaner to run, it requires a booster pump which is sold separately.
The Polaris 280 collects, traps, and stirs up debris from the floor and walls in the pool. This cleaner connects to the dedicated pressure line from the side of the pool, requiring a booster pump for operation. The Polaris 280 uses a narrow turbine, drive shaft, and idler wheel to provide forward drive to the cleaner's wheels. It features two venturi jets that help move it around the in ground pool for a quick and effective clean.
The Polaris 280 holds both small and medium sized debris in its filter bag such as pebbles, leaves, and acorns. The debris it collects does not go back into the pump basket or filter. This feature helps extend the life on the filtration system.
Also available is the Polaris 280 BlackMax which is the same model cleaner. The only difference is the black color scheme of the unit. The Polaris 280 BlackMax model will blend in better if it's in a darker bottom pool.
Use the Polaris 280 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner to keep your swimming pool clean, clear, and free of dirt and debris.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side cleaner for in ground pools
- Sweeps and scrubs the bottom and walls of any pool
- Works with all pool surface types
- Includes 31' of hose
- Requires a booster pump for operation
- Independent filter bag
2. Polaris - 3900 Sport Pressure Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
The Polaris 3900 Sport Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is suitable for in ground pools of all surface types, it vacuums both the bottom and walls on the pool while stirring up fine debris on the bottom with the sweep tail. The 3900 Sport is powered by the pressure provided by an independent booster pump. It features a 31' swivel pressure hose, back-up valve, an all-purpose filter bag, and rear sweep hose.
The 3900 Sport connects to a dedicated pressure line via the universal wall connect, the pressure provided by the booster pump hits a large turbine, spinning a series of reduction gears, and a stainless steel chain to provide forward drive to the cleaner.
The Polaris 3900 Sport has three venturi jets in its throat that create suction under the unit. This suction causes debris to get vacuumed into the filtration bag before it reaches your pump basket or filter, extending the life of your filtration system.
The 3900 Sport pressure side pool cleaner is one of Polaris most powerful and durable cleaners on the market.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side cleaner for in ground pools
- Recommended for pools up to 15' x 30', though extra hose lengths can be added
- Cleans floors, walls and gradual slopes
- Works with all surface types
- Includes 31' hose
- Requires booster pump
- 5-liter capacity SuperBag
- PosiDrive system
- WideTrax Tires
- Box includes: cleaner body, SuperBag (double all-purpose zippered bag), float, sweep hose, sweep hose scrubber, feed hose, hose floats, back-up valve, in-filter with filter screen, quick disconnect with universal wall fitting, UWF restrictor disks (red and blue)
3. Polaris - P39 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner
Combining legendary performance, incomparable convenience, and unmatched power to ensure cleaner, clearer pool water, the Polaris P39 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is the perfect addition to your swimming pool. Suitable for use with in ground swimming pools of all surface types this cleaner sweeps and scrubs the pool's floor and walls with ease. The Polaris P39 is powered by a booster pump (not included) that allows the cleaner to easily pick up leaves, pebbles, and acorns.
The Polaris P39 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is designed to bring your pool the most power of any cleaner by supplementing the pool's filtration system by circulating an additional 40 gallons of water per minutes through it's dual chamber zippered SuperBag to distribute cleaner, healthier water back into your pool. This results in more even temperature throughout the pool and brings you healthier pool water in less time. it's all-wheel PosiDrive system with durable stainless steel drive chain delivers up to 50% more torque for a faster clean, better maneuverability, and fewer hang-ups.
For optimal performance, convenience, power, and healthier pool water, choose the Polaris P39 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side pool cleaner
- Suitable for use with in ground pools
- Works with all pool surfaces
- All-Wheel PosiDrive with Stainless Steel Chain
- WideTrax Tires
- Dual Chamber SuperBag Debris Bag
- Includes: Dual Chamber SuperBag Debris Bag and TailSweep PRO Scrubber
4. Polaris - 380 Pressure Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
The Polaris 380 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is suitable for in ground pools of all surface types. It vacuums both the bottom and walls on the pool while stirring up fine debris on the bottom with the sweep tail. The 380 is powered by the pressure provided of an independent booster pump (sold separately). It features a 31' swivel pressure hose, back-up valve, an all-purpose filter bag, and rear sweep hose.
The 380 connects to a dedicated pressure line via the universal wall connect. The pressure provided by the booster pump hits a large turbine, spinning a series of reduction gears, and belts to provide forward drive in the cleaner.
The Polaris 380 has three venturi jets in its throat that create suction under the unit. This suction causes debris to get vacuumed into the filtration bag before reaching the pump basket or filter, extending the life of your filtration system.
The 380 pressure side pool cleaner is one of Polaris' most powerful and durable cleaners on the market.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side cleaner for all in-ground pools
- Cleans walls and floors
- Works with all surface types
- Includes 31' hose complete with floats and back-up valve
- Requires booster pump for operation
- Booster pump sold separately. Recommended: Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump
- Zip-lock filter bag included
5. Polaris - 360 Pressure Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
The Polaris 360 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is suitable for in ground pools of all surface types. It vacuums both the bottom and walls on the pool, while stirring up fine debris on the bottom with the sweep tail. The 360 is powered by return pressure provided by your main circulation pump. It features a 31' swivel pressure hose, back-up valve, an all-purpose filter bag, and rear sweep hose.
The 360 connects to a return pressure line via the universal wall connect. Pressure provided by the main circulation pump hits a large turbine, spinning a series of reduction gears, and belts to provide forward drive to the cleaner.
The Polaris 360 has three venturi jets in its throat that create suction under the unit. Debris is vacuumed into the filtration bag before it reaches your pump basket or filter, extending the life of your filtration system.
The Polaris 360 pressure side pool cleaner is one of the most powerful and durable cleaners on the market.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side cleaner for in ground pools
- Sweeps and scrubs the bottom and walls of any pool
- Works with all pool surfaces
- Includes 31' hose
- Includes Back-Up Valve, Universal Wall Fitting, and all necessary parts
- Includes All-Purpose filter bag
- Runs without a booster pump
- Available in a Black Max model
6. Polaris - 280 BlackMax Pressure Side Automatic Pool Cleaner
This Polaris 280 BlackMax is the same model cleaner as the Polaris 280 pressure side automatic pool cleaner. The only difference is the black color scheme of this unit. The Polaris 280 BlackMax model has an all black design that will blend in better in darker colored pools.
The Polaris 280 BlackMax Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is the most used automatic cleaner out of the available options for in ground pools. The Polaris 280 BlackMax cleaner comes complete with 31 feet of hose, back-up valve, universal wall fitting connector, and an all-purpose zippered bag. In order for the cleaner to run, it requires a booster pump which is sold separately.
The Polaris 280 collects, traps, and stirs up debris from the floor and walls in the pool. This cleaner connects to the dedicated pressure line from the side of the pool, requiring a booster pump for operation. The Polaris 280 BlackMax uses a narrow turbine, drive shaft, and idler wheel to provide forward drive to the cleaner's wheels. It features two venturi jets that help move it around the in ground pool for a quick and effective clean.
The Polaris 280 holds both small and medium sized debris in its filter bag such as pebbles, leaves, and acorns. The debris it collects does not go back into the pump basket or filter. This feature helps extend the life on the filtration system.
Use the Polaris 280 BlackMax Pressure Side Pool Cleaner to keep your swimming pool clean, clear, and free of dirt and debris.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side cleaner for all in ground pools
- BlackMax design for dark bottom pools
- Cleans pool floors and walls
- Works with all pool surface types
- Includes 31' of hose
- Requires a booster pump for operation
- Three hour cleaning cycle
- Classic model of the Polaris 280 also available
7. Polaris - 65 Turbo Turtle Above Ground Pressure Side Pool Cleaner 6-130-00T
The Polaris 65 Turbo Turtle Above Ground Pressure Side Pool Cleaner 6-130-00T is suitable for vinyl or fiberglass above ground swimming pools up to 5' deep. This pressure side cleaner does not require a booster pump for operation. It installs in the above ground pool's existing return line and includes a 24' hose to ensure the whole pool is covered. This cleaner floats on the surface of your pool while dragging its filter bag with Jet Sweep assembly around the pool for a gentle and clean sweep. This leaves both the filter and skimmer free to terminate contaminants.
The Jet Sweep assembly allows the 65 Turbo Turtle to loosen debris in corners and all around the pool by blowing water against the pools walls and floors. The unique filter bag is used to remove debris before it even reaches your pump basket or filter, extending the life of your filtration system. The 65 Turbo Turtle is the Polaris 65 with a turtle shell on top of the unit.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side above ground pool cleaner
- Recommended for above ground pools up to 5' deep
- Suitable for vinyl and fiberglass surfaces
- Cleans bottom and sides
- Includes 24' hose
- Independent filter bag for easy debris removal
- 3 hour cleaning time
- Does not require a booster pump for operation
- Box includes: turtle top, wheel cage, 7' sweep hose, jet sweep assembly, all-purpose bag, float hose, quick disconnect, universal wall fitting
The Polaris Vac-Sweep 65 Above Ground Pressure Side Pool Cleaner is suitable for vinyl or fiberglass above ground swimming pools up to 5' deep. This pressure side cleaner does not require a booster pump for operation. It installs in the above ground pools existing return line and includes a 24' hose to ensure the whole pool is covered. This cleaner floats on the surface of your pool while dragging its filter bag with Jet Sweep assembly around the pool for a gentle and clean sweep.
This leaves both the filter and skimmer free to terminate contaminants. Its Jet Sweep assembly allows the 65 to loosen debris in corners and all around the pool by blowing water against the pools walls and floors. This unique filter bag is used to remove debris before it even reaches your pump basket or filter, extending the life of your filtration system.
FEATURES:
- Pressure side cleaner for above ground pools
- Recommended for pools up to 5' deep
- Works with vinyl and fiberglass surfaces
- Includes 24' hose
- Installs with a 1-1/2" female threaded return line
- Does not require booster pump
- Optional accessories: Turbo Turtle top (6-309-00)
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