Test Beatbot Aquasense: the intelligent, cordless cleaner that reinvents pool maintenance

Having a swimming pool is a real pleasure, especially in these hot summer months! But a swimming pool also means a lot of maintenance to keep the water crystal-clear, both in terms of treatments and in terms of handling, such as vacuuming the bottom of the pool, using a skimmer, etc. That's why robotic pool cleaners are so popular: they make maintenance so much easier, vacuuming up all the dirt and scrubbing the bottom, sides and even the waterline, which is so critical to clean. The BeatBot Aquasense we're going to discover today is clearly a top-of-the-range model. With its award-winning cordless design, high-performance brushes and path optimization technology, it's the ideal companion for keeping your pool spotless. Get ready to discover why this robot is considered the best choice for an intelligent and efficient pool cleaning experience.

Unpacking the Aquasense Beatbot pool cleaner

The box we received for the BeatBot Aquasense is rather compact, compared to other models we've tested in the past.

As soon as you open the box, you're greeted by a modern, elegant design, combining aesthetics and functionality.

The robot is compact yet robust, and looks ready to take on the challenges of pool cleaning.

Inside, we have:

• The Beatbot Aquasense robot itself, with its clean lines and solid construction.
• An innovative wireless charger, eliminating the hassle of bulky cords.
• A 150-micron fine filter to capture the smallest particles.
• A detailed user manual to guide the user through the initial set-up process.
• A “hook” attachment for retrieving the robot from the bottom of the pool if required.

The Aquasense Beatbot's cordless design is not only aesthetically pleasing but also extremely practical. The absence of cables allows total freedom of movement in the pool, reducing the risk of entanglement and increasing cleaning coverage. What's more, the robot's elegant finish, combined with its robustness, makes it an attractive and functional addition to any pool area.

It features just 3 buttons on the top for smartphone-free configuration, with the choice of full or bottom cleaning.

The water extraction nozzle is also located on the front:

Suction is, of course, from below:

As you can see, this pool cleaner has a double brush system, front and rear, in silicone to avoid damaging the liner:

The underside also features contacts for charging the robot, which is cordless, like a vacuum cleaner or lawnmower:

To get around, the BeatBot Aquasense is equipped with two wide caterpillar tracks on the sides, relatively standard in this field:

Less so is its AI-assisted ultrasonic radar to optimize its path:

Returning to the upper part, we also have a handle for easy handling of the robot:

It will also enable the robot to be retrieved using the hook provided if necessary (which will need to be attached to the end of a pole, of course):

Finally, on the top, we have the access hatch to the filter and waste collection tray:

There's no transparent cover here to check its condition without opening it: the compartment was designed to be totally integrated into the design. The bin is easily retrieved by a handle:

A relatively classic structure for a pool cleaner. But with a sleek, aerodynamic, really pretty design, all wireless, and with a touch of artificial intelligence, which we'll talk about later.

Then there's the docking station, which is very simple to assemble: simply insert the two support legs to create a small, discreet charging station:

No cart here, as the robot is relatively light (under 10kg) and easy to handle. Simply a charging station where the robot can be placed once its task is completed. Simply plug it into a mains socket, and the robot starts charging, as indicated by its LED display:

Now it's time to get to work!

Using the Aquasense Beatbot pool robot

Initial installation of the Aquasense Beatbot is designed to be user-friendly. Once the robot has been charged, place it on a flat surface for about three seconds to allow for calibration. This process ensures that the robot is perfectly aligned and ready to dive into the water for its first cleaning mission.

The robot features a mobile app, available for Android and iOS, which allows users to select different cleaning modes, access cleaning recordings and maps, and monitor the robot's performance in real time.

The assistant quickly guides us through the app's functions and the robot's pairing:

As is often the case, connected objects require updates during installation:

Then we finally arrive on the pool robot control screen, which displays the robot, its battery status, and even the current weather forecast. At the bottom, the program selection menu lets us choose between a quick mode, which cleans the bottom only, and the standard mode, which cleans the bottom, sides and even the waterline.

It's also possible to create a customized program, as in this case where I've asked for two passes over the walls and bottom. One click, and the robot goes to work. Surprise: the robot makes a map of our pool, just like the vacuum cleaners in our homes :)

Now, this may seem like a bit of a gimmick on an oval pool like this one. But it does allow us to check that the robot has gone everywhere, since we can also see its entire path. But it's worth noting that this robot is suitable for pools up to 200m2, for 3 hours of autonomy, with more or less complicated shapes (yes, I'm a poor example with my 27m2 pool :p). In fact, this is what sets it apart from many of its competitors: it can handle any liner (liner, tile, etc.), and any shape, even with curved walls.

A Beta function introduced with the latest update also adds a “zones” function: it will be possible to divide the pool into several parts, as you can do with your garden and your robotic lawnmower. This feature may be of interest to owners of very large pools.

What's missing, however, is a manual control function to guide the robot to or from the desired position. Fortunately, when it has finished its task, it automatically returns to the edge, so you never need to look for it.

Beatbot Aquasense: In use

The Aquasense Beatbot excels in cleaning power, thanks to its brushless main motor which generates an impressive 5500 GPH of suction. This power enables the robot to efficiently collect dirt, leaves and other debris in the pool, large or small, but also to climb any wall. The two independent roller brushes, located at the front and rear, work simultaneously to double the brushing surface and ensure thorough cleaning, even in hard-to-reach corners.

When immersed in the pool, the Aquasense Beatbot begins by mapping the environment with its advanced sensors. It then descends to the bottom of the pool, where it uses its ultrasonic sensors to analyze and understand the pool's configuration. Then it begins its work of cleaning the bottom, following an optimized path to maximize coverage and minimize uncleaned areas. Thanks to its strong suction and high-performance brushes, it efficiently removes debris from the pool floor.

This model optimizes its path with its 1.8 GHz quad-core processor at platform level, offering 450x the processing capacity of a traditional MCU. Combined with 15 sensors, it autonomously selects the best cleaning path and seamlessly bypasses obstacles.

The robot uses a combination of S-shaped cleaning patterns for the pool floor and N-shaped patterns for the walls and waterline, ensuring maximum coverage without unnecessary overlap. This method effectively removes dirt from all pool surfaces, leaving the water clear and clean.

Once it has finished cleaning the bottom, the Aquasense Beatbot climbs up the sides of the pool thanks to its tracked wheels and powerful motor. It follows an N-shaped path to clean the vertical walls and waterline. This ability to climb and clean walls is particularly useful for ensuring that every square centimeter of the pool is clean.

Once the job is done, simply retrieve it from the edge of the pool:

The bin can then be removed and emptied of the collected dirt, and hosed down for cleaning:

The robot can then return to the charging station, ready to work next time.

Conclusion

This Beatbot Aquasense pool cleaner stands out for its efficiency and ease of use. While the Dolphin M550 we tested recently was highly efficient, it was more difficult to use because of the cable. In this case, wireless operation really comes into its own. And whether cleaning the bottom, sides or waterline, this robot offers exceptional performance thanks to its advanced technologies and high-quality components, so that it has no reason to be ashamed of wired models. However, this is still a premium model, with a retail price of €1499. But the manufacturer is offering a very attractive promotion at the moment, with a €300 discount, bringing the price down to “only” €1199. If you have a large pool, this is a model to consider, as it will simplify maintenance considerably!