Comparison

SUBLUE ROBOT vs Aiper

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SUBLUE ROBOT

Control your intelligent swimming pool cleaning robot remotely. Track cleaning progress, schedule cleanings, and view detailed cleaning maps. Customize cleaning modes and receive firmware updates for optimal performance.

Highlights
  • Remote robot control
  • Real-time cleaning progress tracking
  • Scheduled cleaning reservations
  • Customizable cleaning modes
  • Cleaning map visualization
  • One-click cleaning log sharing
  • OTA firmware upgrades
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SUBLUE ROBOT App is a mobile App that connects to SUBLUE intelligent swimming pool cleaning robot products and supports the designated swimming pool cleaning robot products of SUBLUE. You can complete the function operations of the robot through the App and view more cleaning map information which is unavailable to traditional pool cleaning robots. After connecting to SUBLUE ROBOT App, you can easily unlock more functions: Keep track of the cleaning process at any time and get the cleaning path Remotely reserve cleaning in real time, allowing for swimming pool cleaning even when you are not at home Remotely control cleaning with your mobile phone, clean wherever it is dirty Display the cleaning data in real time and share the cleaning log by one click Freely set the cleaning mode, cover the bottom, walls and waterline of the swimming pool Remotely upgrade the robot firmware (OTA upgrade), experience the cutting-edge features as using a new machine every year SUBLUE Mall, more good products, more discounts Official Website: www.sublue.com

About

Aiper

Manage your pool cleaners and irrigation devices from one app. Create custom scenes for different areas, schedule cleanings, and optimize watering for a vibrant landscape while conserving water.

Highlights
  • Unified pool and irrigation device management
  • Multi-yard scenario support
  • Intelligent pool cleaning automation
  • AI Navium™ and Visual Mode for pool cleaning
  • Customized irrigation schedules
  • Water conservation features
Features
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The newly upgraded Aiper App, now supporting both pool and irrigation devices, is designed to match your evolving vision for intelligent yard. Multi-Yard Scenario Support Go beyond the pool. Now you can seamlessly manage your entire yard. Effortlessly control and monitor both your Aiper pool cleaners and the newly supported irrigation device  from a single app. Create distinct scenes for different areas or properties—all at your fingertips. Advanced Smart Pool Solutions Enjoy a pristine pool with intelligent automation. Schedule cleanings, monitor performance, and optimize energy use. Besides, The latest devices support AI Navium™ mode and Visual Mode, making pool cleaning more efficient. Introducing: Efficient Smart Irrigation. Now part of the Aiper family! Nurture a lush garden effortlessly. Create customized watering plans, set smart schedules, and take the guesswork out of lawn and garden care. Achieve a vibrant landscape while conserving water.

Screenshots

SUBLUE ROBOT4 screens
Aiper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Aiper at 47% against SUBLUE ROBOT's 0%. Aiper also leads on rating (4.1 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (260 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aiper holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aiper has 260 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SUBLUE ROBOT's written reviews are positive against 47% of Aiper's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SUBLUE ROBOT ships an update every 2 months, Aiper every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 20, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SUBLUE ROBOT versus Aiper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSUBLUE ROBOTAiper
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (4 ratings)4.1 (260 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews46.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4260 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB232 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSublue Underwater AI Co., LtdAIPER GLOBAL PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

SUBLUE ROBOT

All ratings4 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Aiper

All ratings260 ratings
Positive77.3%
Neutral5.8%
Negative16.9%
Written reviews188 reviews
Positive46.8%
Neutral13.3%
Negative39.9%

Bugs and requests

SUBLUE ROBOT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Aiper

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Login credentials not recognized after updates
  • App fails to connect to devices
  • Cleaning records not displaying or disappearing after updates
  • Account registration impossible or code validation timeout
  • Firmware update failures
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  • Device pairing issues with QR codes
  • Bluetooth disconnection not auto-reconnecting
  • App incompatible with certain robot models
  • Solar charging stopped working after recent update
  • Devices showing as 'bound' to another account
  • WiFi connection issues
  • Notification spam despite disabling ads
  • Battery percentage font too small
  • Cleaning records not saved when robot removed early

Requested features

15 requests
  • Scheduling/timer functionality for automated operation
  • Multi-device simultaneous login support
  • Manual control when robot is underwater
  • Pause/stop operation from app
  • Customizable watering zones and amounts
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  • Battery charging schedule optimization
  • Remote power off capability
  • Cleaning mode explanations and documentation
  • Estimated remaining runtime display
  • Ability to edit maps and add watering points
  • Temperature unit conversion (F to C)
  • Smaller tile view for multiple devices on main page
  • iPad landscape orientation support
  • Geographic map background for mapping
  • Disable pool section for non-pool users

In-app purchases

None

SUBLUE ROBOT

No in-app purchases

None

Aiper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SUBLUE ROBOT free?
SUBLUE ROBOT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aiper free?
Aiper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SUBLUE ROBOT or Aiper?
Aiper is rated higher. SUBLUE ROBOT averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Aiper averages 4.1 from 260 ratings.
Do SUBLUE ROBOT or Aiper have ads?
Neither SUBLUE ROBOT nor Aiper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SUBLUE ROBOT or Aiper?
SUBLUE ROBOT ships an update every 2 months, and Aiper every 3 weeks. Most recently, SUBLUE ROBOT was updated on June 20, 2026 and Aiper on September 24, 2026.

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