{"product_id":"polaris-frp550ctlr-freedom-plus-cordless-robotic-pool-cleaner","title":"Polaris FRP550CTLR Freedom Plus Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePolaris FREEDOM Plus (FRP550CTLR) at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FREEDOM Plus is Polaris's battery-powered robot for in-ground pools. There's no floating cable and no power supply on the deck: the cleaner runs off an onboard lithium-ion pack, recharges on an outdoor caddy, and can be steered or called to the surface with a handheld remote while it's still underwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e floor, walls and waterline in about 2 hr 30 min per charge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecharge:\u003c\/strong\u003e under 5 hours on the included caddy (contact plates, no plug to seat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e LiFi handheld remote underwater, plus the iAquaLink app over Wi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrieval:\u003c\/strong\u003e remote-triggered Easy Lift, Tap \u0026amp; Lift with a pole, or the included hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePool size:\u003c\/strong\u003e in-ground pools up to 50 ft long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year limited (Polaris\/Fluidra)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #0a7cc1; border-radius: 8px; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 18px 0; background: #f2f8fc;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur pairing pick: add a Betta SE Plus solar skimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eMost of what ends up on your pool floor starts out floating: leaves, pollen, bugs and dust. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bettabot-850080266069-betta-se-plus-robotic-pool-skimmer\"\u003eBetta SE Plus solar robotic skimmer\u003c\/a\u003e patrols the surface all day on solar power and catches that debris before it sinks. With the surface handled, the FREEDOM Plus has less to pick up, its canister fills more slowly, and you won't need to run (or charge) it as often. Both units are cordless, so there's no cable for the robot to tangle with while they share the pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bettabot-850080266069-betta-se-plus-robotic-pool-skimmer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop the Betta SE Plus →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSee it in action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolaris overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; padding-top: 56.25%; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/play.vidyard.com\/b2CXV35kyNADtNzKvjJGad.html?\" title=\"Polaris FREEDOM Plus cordless robotic cleaner overview video\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent review: Swimming Pool Lab\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; padding-top: 56.25%; margin: 0 0 20px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/yiyssxgfgh4?start=4\u0026amp;rel=0\" title=\"Swimming Pool Lab review of the Polaris FREEDOM Plus\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharging \u0026amp; battery: what to expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common surprise with any cordless robot: \u003cstrong\u003eone charge = one cleaning cycle.\u003c\/strong\u003e It isn't charged once a week like a phone. Polaris's instructions are to take it out and recharge it after every cycle, and a full recharge takes up to 5 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSituation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to plan for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNormal weekly upkeep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne full cycle (about 2.5 hr), then back on the caddy. Run it as often as your pool needs: owners with heavy tree cover often run it daily, and most pools do well with a few cycles a week.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring opening \/ pool closed all winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e a one-charge job. A winter's worth of leaves and silt will fill the 4 L canister quickly, and a full canister makes the robot float, slip on walls, and stop picking up. Net out the big leaves first, get the water clear and above 55°F, then plan on several cycles over a few days, emptying the canister and recharging between each.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall leaf drop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eFloor only\u003c\/strong\u003e mode (about 1.5 hr) for quicker pickups, and empty the canister after every run.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal-world run time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated at about 2.5 hr on the full floor\/wall\/waterline cycle when new. Some owners report closer to 1.5–2 hr, depending on the mode, pool size and how dirty the pool is. Like any lithium-ion battery, run time slowly drops over the seasons.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery light orange when you go to use it\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA solid orange light means it may not finish a full cycle. Wait for green (blinking green = enough for a full cycle).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot used for a week or more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfter 8 days off the caddy, the cleaner goes into deep sleep. Set it back on the plugged-in caddy to wake it and top it off.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd of a cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn the last 10 minutes it climbs to the waterline and waits for you, and the app sends a notification. If nobody lifts it out, it settles back to the floor and you'll need the remote, Tap \u0026amp; Lift or the hook. Don't leave it in the pool between cycles.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhere to keep it\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn its caddy in the shade, plugged into a GFCI outlet. Polaris says never to store or dry it in direct sun. The battery is a sealed module, and heat is what shortens its life.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrain it, store it indoors at 80–100% charge (solid green), and either leave it on the plugged-in caddy or give it a full charge before the season starts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich cleaning cycle to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCycle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCovers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. run time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStarted from\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloor + walls + waterline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntire pool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 hr 30 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaner or app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloor only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 hr 30 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaner or app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterline only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTile\/scum line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApp only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMART Cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntire pool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalculated by the app from your pool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApp only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun times are from the Polaris owner's manual. A floor-only run is a good fit for a quick pickup after a storm; the full cycle is the weekly clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting it out of the pool\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifting a wet robot is the part most owners dislike. The FREEDOM Plus gives you three ways around it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Lift (remote):\u003c\/strong\u003e one button stops the cycle and sends the cleaner up the wall to the waterline, where it drains as you lift it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTap \u0026amp; Lift (no remote needed):\u003c\/strong\u003e tap the cleaner with your pool pole and it climbs to the surface on its own. Handy if the remote's AA batteries are dead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e included in the box as a backup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe app can also send a push notification when a cycle ends so the cleaner isn't left sitting in the pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMinnesota owners: water and charging temperatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur season is short and cold at both ends, so these two numbers from the manual matter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating water temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55°F to 95°F. Early-May openings and late-September water can sit below 55°F; wait for the water to warm before running it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40°F to 95°F. Bring the cleaner and caddy into a garage or basement on cold nights and for winter storage. Freeze damage is not covered by the warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caddy must plug straight into a GFCI outlet (no extension cords).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel numbers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFRP550CTLR (dealer\/pro model) · FFREEDOMP (retail model) · Type EB37\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-ground, permanently installed pools (all shapes). Not for above-ground\/storable pools.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 50 ft long\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 in minimum, 13 ft maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLithium-ion, 29.4 V DC, 9.6 Ah, maintenance-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharge time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 5 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharger input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110–240 VAC, 50\/60 Hz, Class II (double insulated); GFCI outlet required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDebris canister\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 L all-purpose, top-access with clear lid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushes \/ drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront brush with dual traction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiFi (light-based), about 20 ft range, 2 × AA batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiAquaLink (Wi-Fi): charge status, cycle selection, end-of-cycle alerts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScheduling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo (on-demand only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirty-canister indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaner dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 × 16.5 × 11 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaner weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 lb (36 lb shipping weight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFREEDOM Plus cordless robotic cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging\/transport caddy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiFi handheld remote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetrieval hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStatus light quick reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it means\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery solid green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully charged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery blinking green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnough charge for a full cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery solid orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartially charged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery blinking orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low, charge before use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery blinking red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging error \/ cleaner too hot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaddy solid red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging in progress\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaddy blinking green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaddy needs replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the battery light hasn't turned green after 6+ hours on the caddy, wipe the charging contacts on the cleaner and caddy and re-seat it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs FRP550CTLR the same cleaner as FFREEDOMP?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Polaris lists both model numbers with identical specifications; FRP550CTLR is the number used through pool dealers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work in an above-ground pool?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Polaris rates it for permanently installed in-ground pools only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often do I need to charge it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter every cycle. It runs one full cycle (about 2.5 hr) per charge and recharges in under 5 hours, so it's ready for another run the same day. See \"Charging \u0026amp; battery: what to expect\" above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it clean my pool right after opening in the spring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, but plan on several cycles over a few days, not one. Empty the canister and recharge between runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I schedule it to run automatically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Cycles are started on demand from the cleaner or the iAquaLink app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to the corded Polaris robots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/robotic-pool-cleaners\"\u003erobotic pool cleaner lineup\u003c\/a\u003e, or stop in at our Chanhassen store and we'll walk you through the differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; documents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downloads.eu.ctfassets.net\/au38h2e94wka\/426815e5-h0828300-pdf\/eca3b938796c497bcb571b096a0fba01\/h0828300.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOwner's manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/assets.eu.ctfassets.net\/au38h2e94wka\/55a303e0-h0829800-pdf\/9ce42c168873fb7f628e2c316acc016f\/h0829800.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick start guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downloads.eu.ctfassets.net\/au38h2e94wka\/1e5543da-57123_sl-pdf\/dfce04f4318d54ef31bb56e856d583cd\/57123_sl.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct brochure (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eAlso searched as: Polaris Freedom Plus, Polaris Freedom+ cordless, FREEDOMP, Zodiac\/Fluidra cordless robotic pool vacuum, battery pool robot with remote.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polaris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50956014125275,"sku":"FRP550CTLR","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/8343\/5483\/files\/MainView_FREEDOMPlus__English-USA_54769.avif?v=1793142072","url":"https:\/\/premierpools.com\/products\/polaris-frp550ctlr-freedom-plus-cordless-robotic-pool-cleaner","provider":"Premier Pool \u0026 Spa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}