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Sora 70

Cordless pool robot that also skims the surface and parks at the edge.

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What it can do

  • Can a pool robot skim leaves off the surface?Yes

    In a month of testing in a Florida pool, the Sora 70 collected floating debris in skimming mode and parked at the edge for pickup.

    Good to know: Doesn't skim continuously like a dedicated skimmer; pricey.

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How we know (1 source)
  1. undated, read Bob VilaIndependent

    Roundup of tested pool robots (updated Jul 15, 2026; 40+ tested, 10+ new for 2026). The cordless Mova Rover X10 cleaned floor, walls, waterline, steps and surface but is very heavy; the Beatbot Sora 70 skimmed floating debris and parked at the edge after a month in a Florida pool; the corded Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus was best overall.

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