Aiper
Aiper is a privately held Atlanta-headquartered smart yard technology company that designs cordless AI-powered robotic pool cleaners, solar pool skimmers, and smart irrigation systems, selling one-time hardware across residential and trade channels to consumers and pool professionals in 50+ countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2017
- HeadquartersShenzhen, China
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Aiper does
Aiper is a privately held smart yard technology company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, that designs and sells cordless robotic pool cleaners, solar-powered pool skimmers, smart irrigation systems, and pool monitoring accessories. Founded in 2017, the company has built an integrated product portfolio spanning entry-level cleaners (Seagull SE, Scuba E1), advanced models (Scuba S1/S1 Pro, Scuba X1 series), and premium AI-powered flagships (Scuba V3, Scuba V3 Ultra, Scuba X1 Pro Max), with the IrriSense 2 4-in-1 smart irrigation system extending the offering into adjacent outdoor water management. Its technology stack centers on proprietary in-house systems including Cognitive AI Navium Mode for autonomous scheduling, dual-camera AI Vision with stereo disparity for debris recognition across 20+ debris types, dToF and ultrasonic sensor fusion for adaptive navigation, and predictive weather-driven irrigation control — protected by a portfolio of more than 500 patents and supported by a workforce where over 70% is allocated to R&D.
Aiper generates revenue through one-time hardware sales across a tiered price range (from under $400 for solar skimmers to $2,299.99 for the Scuba V3 Ultra flagship) with no subscription component on core products. Distribution is multi-channel: direct-to-consumer via aiper.com and aiper.store, global Amazon marketplaces, physical retail through Clark Rubber in Australia and incoming French retailers (Irripiscine, Desjoyaux), and a strategic wholesale agreement with POOLCORP unlocking 450+ B2B locations across North America from 2026, complemented by the PHTA trade alliance covering 4,000 industry members. Primary customers are residential pool and lawn owners in 50+ countries, supplemented by pool industry professionals and builders.
The company has raised $175 million in disclosed funding across three rounds (2022, 2024, and a $100 million strategic investment from Fluidra in April 2025), earned Euromonitor International's certification as the world's No.1 brand of smart robotic pool cleaners by 2025 sales volume, and accumulated four consecutive years of CES Innovation Awards. The company reports 3 million+ users served globally and operates an influencer- and sports-partner-driven marketing model spanning Olympic athletes, MLB's Arizona Diamondbacks, and Australian cricket's Sydney Sixers.
Aiper firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Aiper
- Legal name
- Aiper
- Website
- https://aiper.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2017
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- Aiper is a privately held Atlanta-headquartered smart yard technology company that designs cordless AI-powered robotic pool cleaners, solar pool skimmers, and smart irrigation systems, selling one-time hardware across residential and trade channels to consumers and pool professionals in 50+ countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Aiper industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Robotic Pool Cleaners
- NAICS
- Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing (335210), Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Retailers (4442)
- SIC
- Electric Housewares & Fans (3634), Lawn & Garden Tractors & Home Lawn & Gardens Equip (3524)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Pool Cleaning Robots (CRACARAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Consumer Robotics Accessories & Consumables (Docking Stations, Filters, Brushes, Batteries) (CRACARAI), Smart Cleaning & Domestic Robotics (Robot Vacuums/Mops, Lawn Robots) (HSAPAQAK)
Keywords
Where Aiper is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Shenzhen
- HQ country
- China
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices1 record
Markets served
Aiper business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel
Revenue model
- Robotic Pool Cleaners: Primary revenue stream from cordless robotic pool cleaners including Scuba V3 Ultra, Scuba V3, Scuba S1/S1 Pro, Scuba X1/X1 Pro/X1 Pro Max, Scuba SE, Scuba E1, and Seagull SE. One-time hardware purchase model with no subscription requirement.
- Smart Irrigation Systems: IrriSense 2 4-in-1 smart irrigation system providing irrigation controller, rotor sprinkler, electric valve, and nutrient feeder in one device. Up to 40% water savings claimed.
- Pool Skimmers: Solar-powered robotic pool skimmers including EcoSurfer S2 and EcoSurfer S1 for surface cleaning, featuring up to 35 hours of battery life.
- Smart Pool Care Accessories: HydroComm series smart pool monitors and underwater communication devices, plus accessories and replacement parts.
- Smart Irrigation Accessories: SoilPulse™ organic soil amendment and other nutrient products compatible with IrriSense 2 system.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Scuba V3 Ultra - Flagship AI-powered pool cleaner |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Scuba V3 - Essential AI-powered pool cleaner |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Scuba S1/S1 Pro - Advanced pool cleaners |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Scuba X1 Pro Max - Pinnacle pool cleaner |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Aiper Experts Duo - Dual-robot cleaning system |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | IrriSense 2 - Smart irrigation system |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | EcoSurfer S2 - Solar-powered pool skimmer |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels7 records
Aiper product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Aiper designs, manufactures, and sells AI-powered cordless robotic pool cleaners, solar-powered pool skimmers, and smart irrigation systems for residential and commercial pool and yard care. The company sells its products through direct e-commerce (aiper.com), Amazon, and wholesale distribution partnerships including POOLCORP and Clark Rubber.
Product overview
Aiper is a smart yard ecosystem provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of cordless robotic pool cleaners and smart irrigation products. The core portfolio includes multiple tiers of robotic pool cleaners: the premium Scuba V3 Ultra (Cognitive AI 6-in-1), Scuba V3 (Essential Cognitive AI), Scuba S3 (Premium lightweight), Scuba X1 series (Pinnacle/Premium/Essential tiers), Scuba S1/S1 Pro (Advanced), and Scuba SE/E1/Seagull SE (Above-ground). Supporting products include EcoSurfer S2/S1 solar-powered pool skimmers, the IrriSense 2 smart irrigation system (4-in-1 multi-zone sprinkler/controller/valve/nutrient feeder), and HydroComm smart pool monitors. The Aiper Experts Duo bundles the Scuba V3 with EcoSurfer S2 for autonomous 24/7 cleaning. Products leverage proprietary AI technologies including Cognitive AI Navium Mode for autonomous scheduling, VisionPath/VisionPath 2.0 for adaptive navigation, and AI Patrol dual-camera systems. All products are controlled via the proprietary Aiper app. Aiper positions itself as the world's No.1 smart robotic pool cleaner brand (Euromonitor 2025).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaners AI-powered cordless robotic pool cleaners for residential and commercial pools, designed to autonomously clean pool surfaces and water without hoses or tethered power.
- Solar Pool Skimmers Solar-powered robotic pool skimmers that autonomously remove debris from the pool surface, providing continuous surface cleaning with solar recharging.
- Smart Irrigation Systems Smart irrigation systems for residential and commercial yard care, designed to deliver automated, app-connected watering based on plant and environmental needs.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 40% water savings with IrriSense 2 smart irrigation system
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Aiper
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Aiper technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability6 records
Feature11 records
Aiper partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators9 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Aiper competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Maytronics: Maytronics makes the Dolphin brand of robotic pool cleaners, the established global market leader in this category. It is Aiper's most direct head-to-head competitor, offering a broad lineup of corded and cordless robotic pool cleaners with similar AI navigation features and global distribution.
- Polaris (owned by Fluidra): Polaris is a well-established pool equipment brand offering robotic and pressure-side pool cleaners. As a Fluidra-owned brand, it is a direct competitor in robotic pool cleaning that benefits from incumbent distribution relationships overlapping with Aiper's investor.
Broad incumbents
- Fluidra: Fluidra is a global pool and wellness equipment conglomerate (publicly listed in Spain) and Aiper's $100M strategic investor. It owns competing pool robotics brands and broad pool equipment lines, making it both a partner and competitor across distribution and adjacent product categories.
- Pentair: Pentair is a major global pool equipment manufacturer offering pumps, filters, heaters, and increasingly automated pool cleaning solutions. As a broad incumbent with deep trade relationships, it competes with Aiper in adjacent pool equipment and professional channel distribution.
- Hayward Holdings: Hayward is one of the largest pool equipment manufacturers globally, with broad offerings across pumps, filters, heaters, and robotic cleaners. It is a major incumbent competing with Aiper for trade channel shelf space and end-customer pool equipment purchases.
Emerging players
- Beatbot: Beatbot is a newer entrant in the cordless robotic pool cleaner category with AI-enabled navigation features, positioning itself as a direct premium competitor to Aiper. It targets the same residential pool owner segment with comparable AI navigation claims.
- Wybot: Wybot is an emerging Chinese competitor offering cordless robotic pool cleaners at competitive price points. It represents the price-disruptive competitive threat to Aiper's premium positioning in the same consumer robotics category.
- Dreame Technology: Dreame is a Chinese smart home appliance company that has expanded from robot vacuums into broader home robotics including pool cleaners. It is an emerging competitor leveraging cross-category R&D to compete with Aiper in the cordless robotic pool cleaning segment.
- Ecovacs: Ecovacs is a Chinese home robotics leader (DEEBOT robot vacuums) that has begun exploring adjacent outdoor robotics categories. While not a direct pool cleaner competitor today, its smart home robotics R&D capabilities and scale make it a potential entrant in Aiper's category.
- iRobot: iRobot is the established home robotics leader (Roomba) and represents a comparable consumer robotics brand in the adjacent indoor cleaning category. While iRobot focuses on indoor floor care, it shares business model characteristics (premium hardware, AI navigation, global retail) with Aiper's pool business.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Aiper social profiles
Digital presenceAiper compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Aiper financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Aiper leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Aiper funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds3 records
Investors8 records
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Aiper M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Aiper
What does Aiper do?
Aiper designs, manufactures, and sells AI-powered cordless robotic pool cleaners, solar-powered pool skimmers, and smart irrigation systems for residential and commercial pool and yard care. The company sells its products through direct e-commerce (aiper.com), Amazon, and wholesale distribution partnerships including POOLCORP and Clark Rubber.
Is Aiper a public or private company?
Aiper is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Aiper founded?
Aiper was founded in 2017. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is Aiper based?
Aiper is headquartered in Shenzhen, China, in the Asia region.
How does Aiper make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Robotic Pool Cleaners are the primary driver. The others are smart Irrigation Systems, pool Skimmers, smart Pool Care Accessories and smart Irrigation Accessories.
Who are Aiper's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Maytronics and Polaris (owned by Fluidra). Broad incumbents are Fluidra, Pentair and Hayward Holdings. Emerging players are Beatbot, Wybot, Dreame Technology, Ecovacs and iRobot.
Does Aiper have an API?
No public API is recorded for Aiper.
What industry is Aiper in?
Aiper's product category is Robotic Pool Cleaners. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRACARAC, Pool Cleaning Robots, with a secondary code of CRACARAI, Consumer Robotics Accessories & Consumables (Docking Stations, Filters, Brushes, Batteries). Its NAICS code is 335210 and its SIC code is 3634.