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product_id: 538542555
title: "Dolphin Proteus DX3 Pool Robot Vacuum Cleaner — Wall Climbing Capability — Powerful Active Scrubbing Brush — Ideal for All Pool Types up to 33 FT in Length"
brand: "dolphin"
price: "1430 kr"
currency: DKK
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/538542555-dolphin-proteus-dx3-pool-robot-vacuum-cleaner-wall-climbing-capability
store_origin: DK
region: Denmark
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# Active scrubbing brush Wall-climbing tech Top-load easy filter Dolphin Proteus DX3 Pool Robot Vacuum Cleaner — Wall Climbing Capability — Powerful Active Scrubbing Brush — Ideal for All Pool Types up to 33 FT in Length

**Brand:** dolphin
**Price:** 1430 kr
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🧼 Dive into pristine pools effortlessly with the Dolphin Proteus DX3!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Dolphin Proteus DX3 Pool Robot Vacuum Cleaner — Wall Climbing Capability — Powerful Active Scrubbing Brush — Ideal for All Pool Types up to 33 FT in Length by dolphin
- **How much does it cost?** 1430 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/538542555-dolphin-proteus-dx3-pool-robot-vacuum-cleaner-wall-climbing-capability)

## Best For

- dolphin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dolphin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug-and-Play Simplicity:** Just plug in, drop, and relax—clean pool guaranteed in 2 hours.
- • **Powerful Active Scrubbing:** Scrubs away stubborn debris without damaging delicate surfaces.
- • **Trusted Durability & Value:** 40+ years of Dolphin innovation delivering reliable, cost-effective pool care.
- • **User-Friendly Filter Maintenance:** Top-load basket makes debris removal quick and mess-free.
- • **Effortless Wall-to-Floor Cleaning:** Climbs pool walls and floors for a 360° spotless finish.

## Overview

The Dolphin Proteus DX3 is a rechargeable, self-propelled robotic pool vacuum designed for pools up to 33 feet. Featuring advanced wall-climbing capability and an active scrubbing brush, it ensures comprehensive cleaning on all pool surfaces. Its easy top-load filter basket simplifies debris removal, while plug-and-play operation delivers a spotless pool in just 2 hours. Backed by over 40 years of Dolphin’s trusted technology, it offers professional-grade cleaning with user-friendly maintenance and excellent value.

## Description

Dolphin Proteus DX3 Robotic Pool Vacuum Cleaner — Wall Climbing Capability — Powerful Active Scrubbing Brush — Ideal for All Pool Types up to 33 FT in Length

Review: I just began using this cleaner today, so I'll update this review after a year, or at least after I've used it for a while. I purchased the Proteus DX3 because my old Polaris Sport 8050 (for which I paid $1,000) died after only four years. When I took it in to my pool store to be fixed, I learned that the warranty is only two years and that four years is actually longer than the average lifespan. The only way to fix it is to replace the entire motor module, which costs about as much as a new Proteus. The store employee actually told me that Dolphin pool cleaners are supposed to be more reliable, and so... First impression: (1) this machine weighs less than the Polaris and pulls out of the pool MUCH more easily, in part because the water drains out of it much more quickly. That's a welcome improvement, because the one thing I really hated about the Polaris was getting it out of the pool. (2) I like this filter basket better. You pull it out of the machine and then undo a snap on the bottom to let the debris fall out. Hose it off and put it back in - very easy! Without going into needless detail, this process was more cumbersome with the polaris basket. After one use, my extremely subjective impression is that the Dolphin cleans about as well as the Polaris did, for about half the price. Win! You do need to buy a caddy for the machine (at least I did - it protects the scrub brush from getting bent out of shape). And at $100, it's absurdly overpriced. (I also purchased it on desertcart, and you can read my review of it.) Whatever... I'll update this review after further use, but so far I'm pleased. I rated it four stars, rather than five, because I have no idea how long it will last. If this ends up lasting 5+ years, I'll come back and give it another star! Update #1: after about a month of use or so, my impression is that the Polaris is a better, more efficient cleaner. It has two scrubbers instead of one. The Dolphin seems to stop a lot and "think" about what it's doing next. The polaris also has a larger filter basket. That said, at the end of the day, as far as I can tell, my pool is just as clean with the Dolphin, even if it takes longer. At half the price, I would definitely buy it over the Polaris robot. Update #2: having now used the Dolphin to open the pool (I cover it during the winter), I can affirm that the Polaris was definitely a better cleaner. Last year when I used it to open the pool, the layer of dirt on the filter basket was MUCH thicker. For whatever reason, it just did a better job of "vacuuming" the pool. Now, having said that, the Dolphin did get my pool clean - it just took a day or so longer. I had to keep running it, pull it out to clean the filter basket, repeat, etc. Even so, given that this is (again) HALF the cost of the Polaris, I'm still pleased.
Review: I had the Dolphin Nautilus before purchasing this Proteus and it was terrible. It left black marks all over my plaster from the black plastic body on it, it didn't pick up everything, I watched it roll right over leaves and not pick it up, and the filter was thin and didn't hold a lot and didn't hold fine particles like sand. I went through the return process bc of the black marks it left in the pool. Maytronix did refund me entirely, thank goodness. I decided to try the Proteus out and I'm so happy I did! It has a white body, so no black marks at all. If you have plaster, don't get the Nautilus. It's a common complaint that they haven't addressed for some reason. The filter basket is huge. It holds leaves, the squiggly fuzzy things from oak trees, and the mesh is so fine it even holds sand and fine dirt. It's easy enough to clean. I usually clean the bigger debris out and then put it in the sink to get the smaller/finer things out. The suction is great! I watched it approach a leaf and you could see it sucking it up before ever rolling over it. I never saw that with the Nautilus. It still climbs the walls of my pool like the Nautilus which is great for helping clean because brushing is hard for me for some reason. It doesn't go on my stairs, but it does go on the bench seat. I just brush my stairs when I brush the pool, no big deal, I'm brushing anyway. My only complaint is it pops a lot of wheelies and does a lot of stopping and reversing which makes you think it's not efficient or doing the job. However, it does still clean the pool in one cycle and that's all that matters to me. It can pop wheelies all it wants as long as it still cleans in one cycle. Overall I'm very impressed with the Proteus and even happier because it's hundreds less than the Nautilus, but better in my opinion.

## Features

- WALL-SCRUBBING POWER: Dolphin Proteus DX3 climbs walls efficiently, ensuring thorough cleaning on any pool surface, no matter the shape or surface type.
- ACTIVE SCRUBBING: Elevate your pool maintenance with the Dolphin Proteus DX3 - active scrubbing brush eliminates manual effort, guaranteeing a pristine pool. Gentle on surfaces, tough on debris.
- EASY FILTER CARE: Effortlessly maintain a clear pool with our user-friendly top-load filter basket. Easily remove debris for crystal-clear water, enhancing your swimming experience.
- PLUG-AND-PLAY EFFICIENCY: Make pool cleaning a breeze with our simple plug-and-play system. Just plug in, drop into the pool, and power on for a spotless pool in 2 hours.
- THE DOLPHIN LEGACY: Over 40 years of effortless cleaning with unmatched performance, durability, and cost savings. Enjoy your pool, hassle-free!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B083YZG3LV |
| Assembly required | No |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion |
| Control method | Remote |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (2,082) |
| Date First Available | 26 April 2023 |
| Efficiency | High |
| Installation type | Plug-and-play" or "Portable |
| Item display height | 10.3 inches |
| Item display length | 22.2 inches |
| Item display weight | 14.8 Pounds |
| Item display width | 17.6 inches |
| Item model number | 99996114-LES |
| Item weight | 14.8 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | MAYTRONICS US, INC. |
| Material type | Polypropylene or Polyethylene (PE) |
| Number of lithium-ion cells | 2 |
| Part number | 99996114-LES |
| Power source | Rechargeable Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 56.39 x 44.7 x 32.51 cm; 6.71 kg |
| Product care instructions | General cleaning and maintenance as needed |
| Special features | Self Propelled,Automatic |
| UPC | 850015249020 |
| Voltage | 18 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Dolphin
- **Colour:** multi-colored
- **Material:** Polypropylene or Polyethylene (PE)
- **Model name:** Proteus DX3
- **Product dimensions:** 56.4L x 44.7W x 32.5H centimeters

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***H on 28 October 2023*

I just began using this cleaner today, so I'll update this review after a year, or at least after I've used it for a while. I purchased the Proteus DX3 because my old Polaris Sport 8050 (for which I paid $1,000) died after only four years. When I took it in to my pool store to be fixed, I learned that the warranty is only two years and that four years is actually longer than the average lifespan. The only way to fix it is to replace the entire motor module, which costs about as much as a new Proteus. The store employee actually told me that Dolphin pool cleaners are supposed to be more reliable, and so... First impression: (1) this machine weighs less than the Polaris and pulls out of the pool MUCH more easily, in part because the water drains out of it much more quickly. That's a welcome improvement, because the one thing I really hated about the Polaris was getting it out of the pool. (2) I like this filter basket better. You pull it out of the machine and then undo a snap on the bottom to let the debris fall out. Hose it off and put it back in - very easy! Without going into needless detail, this process was more cumbersome with the polaris basket. After one use, my extremely subjective impression is that the Dolphin cleans about as well as the Polaris did, for about half the price. Win! You do need to buy a caddy for the machine (at least I did - it protects the scrub brush from getting bent out of shape). And at $100, it's absurdly overpriced. (I also purchased it on Amazon, and you can read my review of it.) Whatever... I'll update this review after further use, but so far I'm pleased. I rated it four stars, rather than five, because I have no idea how long it will last. If this ends up lasting 5+ years, I'll come back and give it another star! Update #1: after about a month of use or so, my impression is that the Polaris is a better, more efficient cleaner. It has two scrubbers instead of one. The Dolphin seems to stop a lot and "think" about what it's doing next. The polaris also has a larger filter basket. That said, at the end of the day, as far as I can tell, my pool is just as clean with the Dolphin, even if it takes longer. At half the price, I would definitely buy it over the Polaris robot. Update #2: having now used the Dolphin to open the pool (I cover it during the winter), I can affirm that the Polaris was definitely a better cleaner. Last year when I used it to open the pool, the layer of dirt on the filter basket was MUCH thicker. For whatever reason, it just did a better job of "vacuuming" the pool. Now, having said that, the Dolphin did get my pool clean - it just took a day or so longer. I had to keep running it, pull it out to clean the filter basket, repeat, etc. Even so, given that this is (again) HALF the cost of the Polaris, I'm still pleased.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***I on 24 March 2023*

I had the Dolphin Nautilus before purchasing this Proteus and it was terrible. It left black marks all over my plaster from the black plastic body on it, it didn't pick up everything, I watched it roll right over leaves and not pick it up, and the filter was thin and didn't hold a lot and didn't hold fine particles like sand. I went through the return process bc of the black marks it left in the pool. Maytronix did refund me entirely, thank goodness. I decided to try the Proteus out and I'm so happy I did! It has a white body, so no black marks at all. If you have plaster, don't get the Nautilus. It's a common complaint that they haven't addressed for some reason. The filter basket is huge. It holds leaves, the squiggly fuzzy things from oak trees, and the mesh is so fine it even holds sand and fine dirt. It's easy enough to clean. I usually clean the bigger debris out and then put it in the sink to get the smaller/finer things out. The suction is great! I watched it approach a leaf and you could see it sucking it up before ever rolling over it. I never saw that with the Nautilus. It still climbs the walls of my pool like the Nautilus which is great for helping clean because brushing is hard for me for some reason. It doesn't go on my stairs, but it does go on the bench seat. I just brush my stairs when I brush the pool, no big deal, I'm brushing anyway. My only complaint is it pops a lot of wheelies and does a lot of stopping and reversing which makes you think it's not efficient or doing the job. However, it does still clean the pool in one cycle and that's all that matters to me. It can pop wheelies all it wants as long as it still cleans in one cycle. Overall I'm very impressed with the Proteus and even happier because it's hundreds less than the Nautilus, but better in my opinion.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***C on 26 November 2025*

6 MO. Review. I have a standard size kidney shaped pool. Luckily my unit is running fine. Except a small problem the Cover for the filter randomly pops open and all the debries falls out. I have searched the web to see if any one has fixed this problem. so far I have not found a solution. Will start to find a way to prevent this. The power supply timer seems to be a poor design. First if you go on vacation for longer than a week the unit will stop running. A regular power supply with an external timer would be better. Also this timer included in the ps seems to go crazy when the ac power fails ,and returns . I think is better to run the unit every two or three days to prevent ware and tare of all parts. Also if possible pull the unit out of the water a couple of days to dry out when the pool is clean. Inside the unit is a sealed plastic piece that contain motors and electronic board which can get destroyed by water leaking inside.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Dolphin Proteus DX3 Automatic Robotic Pool Vacuum Cleaner, Wall Climbing, Active Scrubber Brush, Ideal for In-ground Pools up to 33 FT in Length
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*Last updated: 2026-03-07*