Experts recommend Zodiac MX6 more than Pentair Great White
As of 9 Jan 2025, experts prefer Zodiac MX6 over Pentair Great White, but both Pool Cleaners have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Zodiac MX6 received 6 recommendations: from Salt Water Pool and Spa, Pool Cleaner Lab Cleanup Expert (2 Jan 2023) and 3 others. By contrast, Pentair Great White received only 1 recommendation from Cleanup Expert (2 Jan 2023).
| 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - | - |
| 19 | N/A | $509 |  Pentair Great White | - | - | - | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 2 Jan 2023 Cleanup Expert ranked Zodiac MX6 as #2 and Pentair Great White as #6
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 7 Zodiac MX6 Most Compact... ... ... #6 out of 7 Pentair Great White Widest Cleaning Path... ... ... Source: cleanup.expert - Salt Water Pool and Spa ranked Zodiac MX6 as #1
Rank Pool Cleaner #1 out of 5 Zodiac MX6 ... ... Source: www.saltwaterpoolandspa.com - Pool Cleaner Lab ranked Zodiac MX6 as #5
Rank Pool Cleaner ... ... #5 out of 10 Zodiac MX6 ... ... Source: poolcleanerlab.com - On 28 Jun 2023 Bob Vila ranked Zodiac MX6 as #9
Rank Pool Cleaner Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 10 Zodiac MX6 Best Robot... ... ... Source: www.bobvila.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Pool Care Guy ranked Zodiac MX6 as #4
Rank Pool Cleaner ... ... #4 out of 10 Zodiac MX6 ... ... Source: poolcareguy.com - On 29 Apr 2024 ElectronicsHub ranked Zodiac MX6 as #1
Rank Pool Cleaner #1 out of 5 Zodiac MX6 ... ... Source: www.electronicshub.org
After counting and adding up the 64 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Zodiac MX6 outranks Pentair Great White. This is not to say that Pentair Great White is a bad option. Like Zodiac MX6, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Zodiac MX6 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Pentair Great White is not.
| 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 [7]
Total expert reviews: 7
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by thepoolinsider.com | 80 |
| Average score based on 7 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by thepoolinsider.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [12]
Total expert reviews: 12
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by Cleanup Expert | 96 |
| Average score based on 12 reviews | 86 |
| Lowest score by House Grail | 76 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Suction side cleaner for in-ground pools
- Cleans floors and walls
- Works with all pool surface types
- Hose length: 48'
- 15" wide cleaning patch
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From Seller:
- BEST IN CLASS VACUUM POWER: The MX6 delivers powerful suction while aggressively climbing walls with the Cyclonic Turbine.
- IN-GROUND & ABOVE GROUND POOLS: Compact size is great for smaller pools and is safe for surfaces including concrete, vinyl, fiberglass, & tile.
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