Not so long ago, we had to put a lot of effort and money to maintain the cleanliness of our pools. Nowadays, you no longer need to empty the basin to remove dirt and prevent it from turning into a swamp. You can ensure cleanliness using automatic vacuum cleaners, among which the leading manufacturing place belongs to the well-established Intex company. Its products are characterized by ease of use, reliability, and functionality. The cleaners are the best option and addition to the Intex pools.
At the same time, they are also used to serve many other reservoirs. In this article, we will take a closer look at the three best vacuums for Intex pool in 2020.
Intex Auto Pool Cleaner 28001E
The Intex Auto Pool Cleaner 28001E is best above ground pool vacuum and an excellent device that will be a tireless assistant for owners of inflatable and frame pools. This model is ideal for large above-ground pools with a powerful filter pump. An automatic vacuum cleaner is completely immersed in water, where it does all the work for you. You only need to give it an order and immerse it in water, and then just enjoy the fruits of its labors.
The water cleaner is connected to the inlet connector with a 24.6 in. hose. Then the device starts moving along the bottom of the pool. The vacuum cleaner moves randomly in a straight line and automatically changes direction when it hits the walls of the pool. A plastic body of this Intex is very durable and stands many impacts and breaks. The vacuum cleaner drives the dirt accumulated at the bottom, knocks, and collects it, and then directs debris to the filter pump to purify the water. Of course, the device doesn’t capture 100% of all the dirt, but the result of its work is visible to the naked eye after the first application. Large and small debris is removed from the bottom, and the water becomes significantly refreshed.
Among the technical factors, we note that this model performs optimally at 2500 GPH while requiring a filter pump with a flow rate between 1600 and 3500 GPH. The item weighs for 18 pounds, so it’s rather heavy for frequent immersions and lifts. Also, mind that Intex Auto Pool Cleaner 28001E is not suited for in-ground pools or pools larger than 24′ in diameter.
Anyway, the cleaner is one of the most reliable, durable, and available Intex vacuum cleaners with the price of only 60-70 dollars.
Pros:
- designed for above-ground pools
- solid durable body
- automatically changes direction when meets the wall
- performs at 2500 GPH
- provides great result
- affordable price
Cons:
- heavy
- requires definite filter pump
- not suitable for in-ground pools
Intex Auto Pool Vacuum Cleaner 58948E
Intex Auto Pool Cleaner 58948E is somehow similar to the previous model but still has several differences. Anyway, it’s interesting by many positive features and is considered a good quality pool cleaner by many reviews and by ourselves.
This semi-automatic pool cleaner works together with a powerful filter pump with a minimum flow of 1600-4000 GPH. The model will be perfect for big above-ground pools that use a 1.5 in. hose fitting to move around the pool and clean any debris from it. But the use of the device in the in-ground basins will be quite difficult or even impossible. The cleaner immerges into the water and collects large and small debris, covering the maximum area of the entire pool surface. Random movements and the system of wheels don’t allow it to cope with wall cleaning. It won’t scale any steps too, so sometimes you’ll have to clean these hard-to-reach areas yourself. Nevertheless, the vacuum does it best with the bottoms as it uses the so-called Venturi suction, which helps vacuum all the dirt from leaves to slit.
Having such a shortcoming as labored maneuverability, the vacuum cleaner still completes its work as takes place in our top 3 best Intex pool cleaners due to the following advantages. This model features a lighter weight of 16 pounds. The device is also known for its silent work and affordable price that starts from 60 dollars.
Pros:
- designed for above-ground pools
- automatically changes direction when meets the wall
- uses Venturi suction
- silent
- affordable price
Cons:
- not very effective in hard-to-reach areas
- may be heavy for some users
- requires definite filter pump
- not suitable for in-ground pools
Intex Rechargeable Hand-Held Vacuum Cleaner for Swimming Pools and Spas
The final model of our review is the Intex Rechargeable Hand Held vacuum cleaner. And although it cannot be called as autonomous as the previous cleaners, we consider this device the best of the three in terms of the characteristics and functionality presented.
First of all, this model is suitable for cleaning the above-ground swimming pools up to 18 in. diameter. It’s also trendy among the owners of spa zones. The vacuum copes well not only with the basin bottom, but also with walls, stairs, corners, and other most challenging places. The 94 in. lightweight telescopic aluminium pole and a special extending adapter for the pole also contribute to maneuverability. The cleaner isn’t limited in movements as it has wires. Energy comes from a strong built-in rechargeable battery that guarantees 50 minutes of run time. Intex Hand-Held pool vacuum cleaner doesn’t depend on the power of the filter pump being a universal option.
Of all the models, this vacuum cleaner is the lightest and most convenient to use, as it is designed for manual use. The weight of the device is only 5 pounds, and the case itself has a convenient shape. The vacuum cleaner kit is also extensive. A set includes two interchangeable brushes, an automatic shut-off system, a waterproof switch for added protection against water submersion, and a USB cable for convenient recharging (plug not included).
The price of the item is higher than in the previous vacuums, but taking into account its kit and broader functionality, the cost is very fair. You can buy this pool cleaner for 110 dollars.
Pros:
- designed for above-ground pools and spas
- performs cleaning of the bottom and walls as well as other complicated zones
- has long telescopic pole
- uses a battery for 50 minutes run time
- very light and handy
- protected against submersion
- has wide kit
- affordable price
Cons:
- must be submerged to work effectively
In conclusion, we’d like to state that Intex pool vacuum cleaners stay among the most affordable and, at the same time, effective models. Despite some evident and inevitable disadvantages, they still feature a whole rank of pluses. Vacuums have a simplified design, which means there are fewer reasons for breakage inside. They also work in connection with filter pumps, clean the floor, and some can clean the walls of the pool too, doing it quickly, thoroughly, and silently. With these autonomous and semi-autonomous assistants, you can save your time for more important things and be calm for the result.
