Chinese cordless robotic pool cleaner maker Aiper unveiled at this week’s IFA show in Berlin a model with a built-in camera and object recognition to detect and target over 20 different types of pool debris.

The Scuba V3 is a vision-cognitive AI robotic pool cleaner with waterline retrieval.

“Today’s consumers expect their smart home to extend beyond the indoors to the outdoors,” said Aiper (aiper.com) CEO Richard Wang. “The Scuba V3 brings AI intelligence to the backyard, combining precision, convenience and connectivity to deliver a truly effortless pool experience. As Aiper’s first AI robotic pool cleaner, it also marks a significant milestone in our journey to redefine smart outdoor living.”

The Scuba V3 will be available for purchase starting in early 2026 for $1200, with features including AI vision cleaning, which leverages a built-in camera and object recognition to detect and target over 20 different types of pool debris, from fine sand and dirt to sticks.

With a boost in cleaning speed, it ensures precise coverage through a combination of proactive vision and grid-pattern navigation. Backed by over two years of AI development and real-world testing across the USA, Europe and Australia, the vision system has been engineered to navigate with precision and intent. It intelligently avoids common underwater obstacles such as drains, ladders, lights, steps and pool toys.

The V3 also introduces AI patrol cleaning, a vision-guided scheduled cleaning mode that intelligently scans debris hotspots and targets only the zones that need attention, which delivers up to 40% less runtime and energy usage while maintaining a round-the-clock clean.

Weighing 7.5kg, about the same as a house cat, it has a quick-drain body and one-click activation.

With its JetAssist motor and WaveLine technology, the V3 also achieves uninterrupted horizontal waterline cleaning while the MicroMesh filtration system ensures the finest debris is trapped, thus achieving a crystal-clear pool every time. Designed for connected homes, it supports wireless charging via a dock and includes smart diagnostics, auto-calibration and over-the-air (OTA) software updates via Aiper’s free mobile app.

The Scuba V3 (aiper.com/eu/aiper-at-ifa-2025) made its debut in Berlin during this week’s IFA show (www.ifa-berlin.com).