Tired of endlessly skimming leaves and scrubbing algae from your inground pool? It's time to reclaim your weekends and invest in a pressure side pool cleaner the unsung hero of sparkling, effortlessly clean water. But with so many models vying for your attention, how do you choose the right one?

The quest for the perfect pool cleaner can feel overwhelming. You're bombarded with features, specifications, and promises of pristine water. That's why we embarked on a rigorous testing process, pitting 35 different pool cleaners against each other to separate the true workhorses from the pretenders. We evaluated each model across five critical categories: setup, ease of use, design, effectiveness, and value. Our goal was simple: to identify the best pressure side pool cleaner for your inground pool, providing you with crystal-clear water and more time to relax.

Attribute	Details
Category Focus	Pressure Side Pool Cleaners
Function	Automatic pool cleaning, debris removal, surface skimming
Mechanism	Powered by water pressure, utilizing booster pumps or existing pool pump
Debris Collection	Attached bag to keep debris out of the pool filter system
Key Features Evaluated	Setup, ease of use, design, effectiveness, value
Number of Cleaners Tested	35
Power Source	Water pressure (requires booster pump for some models)
Installation	Plumbing modifications to the return pipe may be necessary
Cleaning Time	Variable (some models offer faster cleaning times, e.g., 3 hours or less)
Considerations	Booster pump cost, pool size, debris type, and overall cost-effectiveness
Alternatives	Suction and robotic pool cleaners
Further Reading	Pentair Pool Cleaners