MW wrote:Yeah have to agree. Only downside is they can be a lot of maintenance if not looked after correctly.
To a large extent pools these days look after themselves. Our filter unit is programmed to turn itself on and off, monitors and adjusts chlorine levels, monitors PH and adds a shot of acid as required, tells you when it needs more salt and controls the pump speed, throttling up and down depending on chlorination needs. You only need to test the water fortnightly or so to confirm what the machine is telling you is correct.
Robotic cleaner carries the debris onboard, does not use the filter which means filter rarely needs to be cleaned, except if you do a manual clean.
Pool tech has come such a long way since our original pool was put in in the 70s. Suits me fine!