Experts recommend Zodiac Baracuda G3 more than Zodiac MX8
As of 9 Jan 2025, experts prefer Zodiac Baracuda G3 over Zodiac MX8, but both Pool Cleaners have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Zodiac Baracuda G3 received 8 recommendations: from Salt Water Pool and Spa, House Grail (7 Feb 2024) Pool Cleaner Lab and 5 others. By contrast, Zodiac MX8 received only 5 recommendations from Salt Water Pool and Spa, Pool Cleaner Lab Cleanup Expert (2 Jan 2023) and 2 others.
| Rank | Change | Price | Pool Cleaner | Salt Water Pool and Spa  | House Grail  | Pool Cleaner Lab  | Cleanup Expert  | Bob Vila  | Pool Care Guy  | ElectronicsHub  | TopTenReviews  | Swim University  | Better Homes and Gardens  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $349 |  Zodiac Baracuda G3
The Zodiac Baracuda G3 is a highly recommended suction-side automatic pool cleaner for in-ground pools, praised for its compatibility, effectiveness, ease of use, durability, and energy efficiency. | 4 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 1 | - | 4 | - |
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| 5 | - | Check price |  Zodiac MX8 The Zodiac MX8 pool cleaner is a highly recommended option for small to medium-sized pools, offering efficient cleaning performance, ease of use, durability, and energy efficiency. | 3 | - | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- Salt Water Pool and Spa ranked Zodiac MX8 as #3 and Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #4
Rank Pool Cleaner ... ... #3 out of 5 Zodiac MX8 #4 out of 5 Zodiac Baracuda G3 ... ... Source: www.saltwaterpoolandspa.com - Pool Cleaner Lab ranked Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #4 and Zodiac MX8 as #6
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Zodiac Baracuda G3 ... ... ... #6 out of 10 Zodiac MX8 Most Popular... ... ... Source: poolcleanerlab.com - On 2 Jan 2023 Cleanup Expert ranked Zodiac MX8 as #1 and Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #7
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment #1 out of 7 Zodiac MX8 Best suction pool cleaner... ... ... #7 out of 7 Zodiac Baracuda G3 Most economicalSource: cleanup.expert - On 28 Jun 2023 Bob Vila ranked Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #1 and Zodiac MX8 as #3
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment #1 out of 10 Zodiac Baracuda G3 Best Overall... ... ... #3 out of 10 Zodiac MX8 Upgrade Pick... ... ... Source: www.bobvila.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Pool Care Guy ranked Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #1 and Zodiac MX8 as #5
Rank Pool Cleaner #1 out of 10 Zodiac Baracuda G3 ... ... #5 out of 10 Zodiac MX8 ... ... Source: poolcareguy.com - On 7 Feb 2024 House Grail ranked Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #3
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Zodiac Baracuda G3 Best for the Money... ... ... Source: housegrail.com - On 24 Apr 2023 TopTenReviews ranked Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #4
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 6 Zodiac Baracuda G3 The best user friendly pool vacuum cleaner... ... ... Source: www.toptenreviews.com - On 12 Aug 2024 Better Homes and Gardens ranked Zodiac Baracuda G3 as #2
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 4 Zodiac Baracuda G3 Best for Large Pools... ... ... Source: www.bhg.com
After counting and adding up the 64 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Zodiac Baracuda G3 outranks Zodiac MX8. This is not to say that Zodiac MX8 is a bad option. Like Zodiac Baracuda G3, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Zodiac Baracuda G3 outranks Zodiac MX8 by 4 positions. This indicates that, as of 9 Jan 2025, Zodiac Baracuda G3 is more critically acclaimed than Zodiac MX8.
| Rank | Change | Price | Pool Cleaner | Salt Water Pool and Spa | House Grail | Pool Cleaner Lab | Cleanup Expert | Bob Vila | Pool Care Guy | ElectronicsHub | TopTenReviews | Swim University | Better Homes and Gardens |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $349 | Zodiac Baracuda G3 The Zodiac Baracuda G3 is a highly recommended suction-side automatic pool cleaner for in-ground pools, praised for its compatibility, effectiveness, ease of use, durability, and energy efficiency. | 4 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
1 | 1 | - | 4 | - | 2 |
| 2 | - | $409 |  Pentair Kreepy Krauly The Pentair Kreepy Krauly pool cleaner is a highly compatible and versatile option that offers excellent cleaning performance, ease of use, and energy efficiency for pool owners. | 5 | 4 | - | 5 | 6 | 8 | 4 | - | 1 | 4 |
| 3 | - | $349 |  Zodiac MX6 The Zodiac MX6 Pool Cleaner is a versatile and efficient option for inground pools, suitable for various pool sizes and shapes, with a high-suction power and energy-efficient design, although it may have some issues with build quality and hose durability. | 1 | - | 5 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 1 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $449 |  Hayward The PoolCleaner 2X | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | 2 | - | - | - | 1 |
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Expert reviews [20]
Total expert reviews: 20
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 14
| Highest score by roboticpoolcleaner.org | 90 |
| Average score based on 20 reviews | 81 |
| Lowest score by ProductReview.com.au |
72 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [18]
Total expert reviews: 18
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 15
| Highest score by Cleanup Expert | 99 |
| Average score based on 18 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by ProductReview.com.au | 56 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- 3 SIMPLE STEPS: In just three simple steps, the G3 cleaner is ready to clean your pool. Simply attach the disc, wheel deflector, and hose, and connect to the skimmer or dedicated suction line.
- FOR IN-GROUND POOLS:Compatible with low flow and variable speed pumps the G3 safely cleans multiple in ground pool surfaces including tile, vinyl, gunite, and fiberglass
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From Seller:
- Dual Cyclonic Suction: Cleans faster and more aggressively than other pool cleaners with greater vacuum power, a wider cleaning path, and the largest debris inlet.
- Durable X-Trax: Allows for the MX8 Suction Pool Cleaner to operate with excellent traction for any pool surface.
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