Hayward
Hayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner | W3RC9740WCCUB
Hayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner | W3RC9740WCCUB
Hayward SharkVac XL Robotic Pool Cleaner
The SharkVac XL steps up from the standard SharkVac with full wall climbing, waterline scrubbing, a longer cord, and a Beach Entry Sensor that reverses the cleaner when it detects shallow water — built for owners who want complete pool coverage, not just the floor.
Quick Stats
- 60 ft floating cable
- 3-hour cleaning cycle
- Cleans floor, coves, walls, and waterline — full coverage
- Beach Entry Sensor reverses in shallow water
- Top-load debris chamber with dual cartridge filters (down to 5 microns)
- ~21.5 lbs, works on all pool surface types
- 3-year warranty — triple the standard SharkVac's coverage
Why the XL Over the Standard SharkVac?
The XL is the right call if you want your walls and waterline actually scrubbed, not just the floor — and the longer warranty (3 years vs. 1) reflects that it's the more complete machine. If your pool is smaller or you only care about floor debris, the standard SharkVac covers that for $400 less.
Hayward & AutoPilot Robotic Cleaner Comparison
| Model | Cord/Power | Run Time | Coverage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SharkVac | 50 ft corded | 2 hrs | Floor + coves | $1,199 |
| SharkVac w/ Caddy | 50 ft corded | 2 hrs | Floor + coves | $1,319 |
| SharkVac XL (this model) | 60 ft corded | 3 hrs | Floor + coves + walls + waterline | $1,599 |
| SharkVac XL w/ Caddy | 60 ft corded | 3 hrs | Floor + coves + walls + waterline | $1,599 |
| TigerShark | 55 ft corded | 3 hrs | Floor + walls + coves + waterline | $1,429 |
| TigerShark QC | 55 ft corded | 4 hrs (or 90-min Quick Clean) | Floor + walls + coves + waterline | $1,489 |
| AquaVac 250Li | Cordless (battery) | — | Floor-focused, tangle-free | $429.99 |
Note: SharkVac XL and SharkVac XL w/ Caddy are currently the same price — the caddy comes at no added cost right now, so there's little reason to skip it.
Maintenance Note
Debris chamber is top-loading with dual cartridge filters rated to 5 microns — rinse clean in under a minute. Runs independently of your pool's pump and filtration system.
