The good thing about shopping online for pool cleaners is that not only can you go to the retailer’s website but you can visit the manufacturer’s website as well.  You can also look at the owner’s manual for the pool cleaners you’re interested in which will help you to compare features and specifications.

As you might imagine, the price of pool cleaners, like anything else, fluctuates online so you might want to search several websites to find the model you want and see who offers the best bargain.  Make sure your pool cleaner comes with a manufacturer’s warranty and you might even have the opportunity to purchase an extended warranty.  As with any appliance with moving parts, these sometimes need servicing and having a lengthy warranty period will come in handy.

It might also be helpful to search websites that offer reviews on pool cleaners by people who have used them.  This is a good way to conduct independent research and by reading what others have to say about the product before you buy it could save you a lot of money and heartache in the end.

Types of In-Ground Pool Cleaners: There are different types of in-ground pool cleaners.  For about $250, you can get an economical suction type automatic pool cleaner.  These types of pool cleaners are easy to install and automatically move around your pool, climbing the walls and navigating around ladders.  You should always manually clean your pool of leaves and debris before you install and use an automatic pool cleaner and then follow manufacture instructions.

You’ll want to shop around and ensure you’re getting an automatic pool cleaner that will remove bugs, debris and leaves.  Obviously, you’ll want to make sure there are no toys or other items that could either damage the pool cleaning equipment or be damaged themselves.

For about $400-$500 you can get a pressure side pool cleaner that will operate in any size or shape pool.  For example, pool cleaners of this type can clean a 15x30 in-ground pool in less than 3 hours.  Furthermore, these kinds of pool cleaners can trap small and large debris such as sand, oak leaves and acorns.

Pool navigation is no problem with these pressure side pool cleaners so they won’t get hung up in debris or ladders.  With automatic pool cleaners such as these, all you have to do is empty the debris trap and the machine does the rest.

Another type of in ground pool cleaners is the robotic kind.  These are perhaps the “high-end” type of pool cleaners and are sometimes referred to as “plug and play” meaning all you have to do is plug it in and it maneuvers its way around your pool cleaning the bottom, walls and steps.

To be sure, selecting and purchasing in-ground pool cleaners is a task to be taken seriously.  However, looking at all the features and choosing one based on your individual needs will save you a lot of time in the long run.

Which Pool Cleaners?  Try Before You Buy: A pool cleaner is a major investment which maintains an even bigger investment.  With all the pool cleaners on the market today, it may be difficult to choose just the right one for your pool.  Not all pool cleaners are made for every size and shape and type of pool so it can be confusing to select the right one.

There are some online as well as some brick and mortar establishments that sell pool cleaners that will actually let you try them out before you purchase them.  At least one online retailer offers a 14-day free trial although if you’re interested in trying out more than one model, it might be more feasible to try a rental establishment.

You might also talk with professional pool cleaners to see what kind of equipment they use and what they like and dislike about it.  You should however, be careful about purchasing used pool cleaners especially if you’re not familiar with this type of appliance.

Pool cleaners do a lot more than just keep your pool free from leaves.  They clean away algae and bacteria leaving your pool healthier as well as cleaner.  As a matter of fact, you should invest in some kind of pool cleaner for even a wading pool if it is in operation full time as mosquitoes and other pests and bacteria can and do pollute the water.

Having and maintaining a swimming pool can be a lot of work however pool cleaners can make that work a lot easier and provide a lot healthier environment for your loved ones.