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Polaris Vac-Sweep 380 Pressure Inground Pool Cleaner, Triple Jet Powered, 31ft of Hose with a Single Chamber Debris Bag
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Brand | Polaris |
Model Name | Vac Sweep 380 |
Material | Plastic |
Color | White and blue |
Product Dimensions | 9.75"L x 20"W x 22.5"H |
About this item
- CLEANS IN 3 HOURS: Powered by a separate Polaris booster pump, 3 venturi jets create exceptional vacuum power to quickly clean any in ground pool in 3 hours or less.
- FOR IN-GROUND POOLS: Safe for all pool shapes and surfaces including vinyl, fiberglass, gunite, pebble, & tile.
- Complete Coverage: The Vac Sweep 380 moves fluidly as it sweeps & scrubs the floor and walls of your pool- while its large 2.25" inlet picks up large debris other cleaner types can't.
- CAPTURES LARGE DEBRIS: The pressure cleaner is equipped with a single chamber filter bag that captures small and large debris such as leaves, acorns, pebbles, and more.
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: Polaris Vac Sweep 380 Pressure-Side Pool Cleaner, 31-feet of feed hose, & single chamber filter bag for capturing all types of common pool debris
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Delivery | — | — | Get it as soon as Wednesday, Mar 20 | Get it as soon as Sunday, Mar 24 | — | — |
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Suction power | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Value for money | 3.5 | 3.5 | — | 4.6 | 3.6 | 4.0 |
Easy to install | 4.3 | 4.6 | — | 4.8 | — | — |
Sold By | In The Swim Pool Supplies | In The Swim Pool Supplies | BackyardPoolSuperstore | Amptyhub pool | In The Swim Pool Supplies | In The Swim Pool Supplies |
power source | Dual Fuel | ac | AC | — | ac | ac |
style | Cleaner | In Ground | Nautilus CC Plus Wi-Fi | — | In Ground | In Ground |
batteries required | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
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Product Description
The Polaris 380 pressure-side pool cleaner
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The Polaris Vac-Sweep 380 pressure cleaner works in all in-ground pools, and requires a booster pump (sold separately). Featuring the iconic Polaris three-wheel design, the Polaris 380's all-wheel, belt drive mechanism provides greater vacuum power and faster cleaning (3 hours or less).
Powered by triple jets, the Polaris 380 sweeps, scrubs, and vacuums the bottom, walls, and steps of any size or shape pool, and it holds debris in its single chamber filter bag. Its unique filter bag removes debris before it reaches your pump basket or filter, prolonging the life of your filtration system. An in-line back-up valve automatically frees the 380 if it gets cornered and keeps it cleaning without interruption.
Works in all in-ground pools (view larger).The 380 requires a separately available booster pump, such as the PB4-60. Polaris pressure pumps are specifically designed to operate your cleaner at optimum cleaning efficiency. The compact, rugged design allows for maximum performance.
Excellent Maneuverability
This pressure-side pool cleaner climbs walls and maneuvers over stairs, picking up large debris such as leaves, acorns and pebbles.
Maximizes Water Circulation and Filtration
Distributing heated water to the deepest parts of the pool as it cleans, the 380 will completely clean your pool in a few hours, giving you more time to enjoy it.
Large Capacity Zippered Filter Bag
The 380 collects and deposits debris before it reaches the pump basket or filter, reducing filter cleanings up to 80 percent, thus prolonging the life of the filtration system and reducing maintenance time.
What's in the Box
380 Pressure-side pool cleaner; 31-foot hose kit; deck or wall mount; and operating instructions
About Polaris
Polaris cleaners are the number one recognized brand of pool cleaners worldwide and have enjoyed 40 years as the top selling pressure pool cleaner. The new robotics from Polaris display the same high quality engineering, rugged construction, and reliability that pool owners have come to expect from the brand. Polaris Pool is part of the Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. family of products for the pool and spa.
380 Pressure-side Pool Cleaner
At a Glance
- Triple venturi jet vacuum
- Large throat for big debris
- Sweephose to clean steps and tight corners
- Thoroughly scrubs pool surfaces
- Large filter bag capacity
- Cleans pool in 3 hours or less
- Runs off a booster pump (available separately)
Product information
Product Dimensions | 9.75 x 20 x 22.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 15.07 pounds |
Manufacturer | Fluidra |
ASIN | B002HRET5Q |
Item model number | F3 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #77,011 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #5 in Pressure Pool Cleaners |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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From the brand
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For more than 50 years, Polaris has been known worldwide for its quality and premium automatic pool cleaners. In addition to producing premium pool cleaners, Polaris is also a great place to purchase authentic replacement parts, designed specifically for the productivity and longevity of your pool cleaner.
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From the manufacturer
Polaris Vac-Sweep 380 Pressure Pool Cleaner
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Cleans in 3 Hours or LessTriple Venturi Jets provide greater vacuum power and faster cleaning in 3 hours or less. |
Cleans Pool Floor & WallsPowered by triple jets, the Polaris 380 sweeps, scrubs and vacuums the bottom, walls and steps of the pool. |
All-Purpose Debris BagIts unique filter bag removes debris before it reaches your pump basket or filter, prolonging the life of your filtration system. |
Debris Doesn't Stand a ChanceCaptures large debris such as leaves, acorns, pebbles, and other small to large objects in your pool. |
Polaris Vac-Sweep 380
- Pool Type / Surface: In-ground / All
- Requires Booster Pump: Yes
- Venturi Jets: 3 Jets
- Vacuum Inlet: 2 ¼"
- Drive Mechanism: All-Wheel Belt Drive
- Debris Bag: Single Chamber
- Auto Backup: Yes
- TailSweep PRO Compatibility: Yes
Polaris Vac-Sweep 380 Pressure Pool Cleaner
Convenient Automatic Pool Cleaning
The Polaris Vac-Sweep 380 pressure cleaner works in all in-ground pools, and requires a booster pump. It features an all-wheel, belt drive mechanism that provides greater vacuum power and faster cleaning (3 hours or less). Powered by triple jets, the Polaris 380 sweeps, scrubs and vacuums the bottom, walls and steps of the pool and holds debris in its single chamber filter bag. Its unique filter bag removes debris before it reaches your pump basket or filter.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- Polaris Vac Sweep 380 Pressure Side Pool Cleaner
- 31-feet of Feed Hose
- Single Chamber Filter Zipper Bag
- Instruction Manual
Vac-Sweep 280 | Vac-Sweep 360 | Vac-Sweep 380 | Vac-Sweep 3900 Sport | |
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Customer Reviews |
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In-Ground Pools | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Requires Booster Pump | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
TailSweep Pro Compatible | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
TailSweep Pro Included | ✓ | |||
Venturi Jets | 2 Venturi Jets | 3 Venturi Jets | 3 Venturi Jets | 3 Venturi Jets |
Debris Collection | Single Chamber Zipper Bag | Single Chamber Velcro Bag | Single Chamber Zipper Bag | Dual Chamber SuperBag |
Polaris Pressure Pool Cleaners
For more than 50 years, Polaris has been known worldwide for its quality and premium cleaning power. This visionary class of pool cleaners has become the benchmark against which all others are measured. Focused on premium engineering, rugged construction, and reliability, Polaris pool cleaners are built to last and are proven to clean where others can't.
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Customers like the performance and ease of installation of the pool vacuum. They mention that it is durable and easy to install. However, some customers have reported issues with the wheels and suction. They say that the wheels don't turn and that it turns on its side constantly. They also say that it tends to get stuck in corners and on the ladder. Opinions are mixed on quality and value.
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Customers like the performance of the pool vacuum. They mention that it works hard, cleans great, and does a good job in the summer. It's easy to set up and immediately effective at getting all of the debris. Some customers say that the Polaris 380 is an incredible product and that the build quality is incredible.
"...It was installed and up and running in about 30 minutes, no problems." Read more
"...Now I have the new one, and right out of the box it works perfectly. Did find a wheel off this AM, but it popped right back on...." Read more
"...I am amazed and very pleased with the performance." Read more
"...It ran well until a few weeks ago, then the power train would not run. My husband contacted Polaris since the unit is still under warranty...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the pool vacuum to be easy. They mention that it is simple, repairable, durable, and effective, and it saves them time.
"...The installation instructions are easy to read and implement and the ability to adjust the speed of the cleaner and the tail sweep are simple...." Read more
"...Simple installation as I just cut the hose using the old hose for length measurement...." Read more
"Unit arrived well packaged and included good instructions. After installation in pool noticed that the float on the unit kept coming off...." Read more
"The Polaris 380 was easy to install and the instructions were easy to read...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the pool vacuum. Some mention that it went right to work, and happy cleaned their pool, while others say that the quality control is awful, and the new sweeps are not as good as the old.
"...our old cleaner was very noticeable, especially it’s ability to climb and clean the pool steps as well as the sides...." Read more
"...The new bag system with zipper is easier to clean than the old velcro system- as the gunk would get trapped and held by the hook side of the..." Read more
"...My experience is that this cleaner does not clean, gets stuck constantly in the corner near the stairs, zipper on catch bag is broken after the..." Read more
"...This little guy works hard and cleans great, and I just love the way it squirts water around when it breaches the waterline...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the pool vacuum. Some mention it's great value, while others say it' s too expensive for this level of unreliability and my Amazon.
"...It does and the price could not be beat anywhere. The price was less than buying through other online companies even with a current rebate...." Read more
"...Very satisfied, although the price was very expensive imo. There are cheaper models, so I picked the midrange." Read more
"...It's worth the money if you think of how much it costs in time to clean the pool yourself or pay someone else to do it." Read more
"...Reasonably priced belts and bearings available at Leslies or Amazon for long term, light maintenance, & dependable performance...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the suction of the pool vacuum. They mention that it gets stuck constantly in the corner, on the ladder, and at the steps. The post on the back of the cleaner keeps falling off, and the unit gets sucked at the wall. The float on the unit keeps coming off, as well.
"...My experience is that this cleaner does not clean, gets stuck constantly in the corner near the stairs, zipper on catch bag is broken after the..." Read more
"...After installation in pool noticed that the float on the unit kept coming off...." Read more
"...But it gets stuck just as much if not more...." Read more
"will not climb steps always gets stuck at the steps and that's where it stay's all day or until you move it .My old Polaris was wonderful cleaned..." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the durability of the pool vacuum. They mention that the product cracked after a day, one of the wheels has completely broken, the back up valve does not work, and the feed/timer pipe broke.
"...catch bag is broken after the first attempted use, and the catch bag has already ripped...." Read more
"...I had a couple of quality issues. A cracked wall connector and a leaking rear float...." Read more
"The part in the photo broke into two pieces when the pool pump was turned on. It’s supposed to stay in one piece...." Read more
"...Two weeks later the Feed/timer pipe broke. Couldn't return as I bought this prior to the pool replaster...." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the wheels of the pool vacuum. They mention that the wheels don't turn, they spin constantly, and the water flow does not cause them to turn. They also mention that they can't move from corners, it turns on its side constantly, it is not heavy enough, and has poor 3 wheel traction.
"...It seems as though its not heavy enough and the poor 3 wheel traction just encourages it to turn and circle no matter how the rear jet is set...." Read more
"...It would just stop moving and stay in one place all day, everyday, day in, day out, same thing...." Read more
"This unit never did work properly. Tires would stop turning and the unit would get tangled in its own hose...." Read more
"...(wheels weren’t turning either way)...." Read more
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Both the 280 and 380 require a booster pump, about a $250 additional cost if you don’t already have one. The Polaris 360 does not require the booster pump and is around $75 less than the 280 and $200 less than the 380.
Based on all of our research we decided to go with the 380 and we have no regrets. The improvement over our old cleaner was very noticeable, especially it’s ability to climb and clean the pool steps as well as the sides. I added a great photo of it running along the walks of our pool.
The installation instructions are easy to read and implement and the ability to adjust the speed of the cleaner and the tail sweep are simple.
If you are shopping for the cheapest side cleaner on the market, the Polaris 380 is not it. But, if you want the best, and either have, or are willing to install, a booster pump, then the 380 can’t be beat!
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2020
Both the 280 and 380 require a booster pump, about a $250 additional cost if you don’t already have one. The Polaris 360 does not require the booster pump and is around $75 less than the 280 and $200 less than the 380.
Based on all of our research we decided to go with the 380 and we have no regrets. The improvement over our old cleaner was very noticeable, especially it’s ability to climb and clean the pool steps as well as the sides. I added a great photo of it running along the walks of our pool.
The installation instructions are easy to read and implement and the ability to adjust the speed of the cleaner and the tail sweep are simple.
If you are shopping for the cheapest side cleaner on the market, the Polaris 380 is not it. But, if you want the best, and either have, or are willing to install, a booster pump, then the 380 can’t be beat!
We just recently completed an upgrade and remodel of our pool. Previously, I had used Dolphin robots because we did not have a booster pump. I was encouraged to go for the booster pump and get one of these cleaners during the remodel. What a mistake! I think I will be going back to the pool robot that did a much better job. I feel like the booster pump was such a waste of money.
If there are better pool cleaners out there, I would love to find one.
The 380 runs about 3 hours a day ( large pool). Replacement parts such as the collection bag are expensive, I use a piece of panty hose once the bag wears out. The tires do wear down and a soft rubber shoe goop type stuff can be used to "re-tread". I use pieces of scotch brite pad to replace the sweeper pad. ( complete rebuild kits including bearings are about $225 from a specialist shop)--- but eventually the chassis wears out.
It is fairly resistant to chemicals( not the bag!) , but should be pulled when shocking the pool
This latest unit arrived ready to go out of the box. Cosmetically it differs slightly from the older units and I can see some changes to the design, hopefully for the better!
I connected the line to my existing fitting ( requires a booster pump), and to the 380,installed the bag, checked the hose connections for tightness ( some were not) and turned on the pump. The measured RPMS were 30 so no pressure adjustments needed but it is easy and spelled out in the manual.
I'll watch it tonight when it goes through the cycle and see if the sweeper or jet need adjustment, but the short test run was stellar.
The 380 can be counted on to remove leaves, palm seeds, dirt, grit, golf balls and even rocks from the pool, which we found out when a trenching machine went out of control in the alley adjacent.
I have not seen a better pool sweeper/cleaner/sucker. It'll stir up the fine stuff it cannot trap ( panty hose works better than the bag as it is finer) and the fine stuff can get to the pool filter.
It has a reversing timer that will keep it from getting stuck on steps or in a corner, about every 2 minutes it'll be pulled backwards and start somewhere new.
It can be adjusted for how much climbing the walls and whether it goes straight or circles depending in what works best for your pool shape.
The pricing at amazon was much better than the local store(s) and with the 20% offer, I was in. free ship, no 9.25% tax and a final price about 60% of the local store OTD price.
1 day Update: after the first night's operation ( about 4 hours) the pool hasn't been so clean in a long, long time--- it shows how worn the old 380 was. I will be able to reduce the running time of the booster and main pumps, so I'll save a few ¢¢¢ on electricity.
The new hose system is more flexible with fewer swivel joints to go bad, the cleaner climbs the walls better, I think the new hose system puts less drag on it.
The new bag system with zipper is easier to clean than the old velcro system- as the gunk would get trapped and held by the hook side of the velcro
Really, this thing was set-up out of the box ready to go- unlike the units I purchased years ago
After 11 months, still happy as a clam- we had a big dust storm here which covered the bottom of the pool completely with brown grit and although the grit is too fine to be picked up by the Polaris, it kept the dirt suspended so that the filter eventually grabbed it all after about 8 hours operation.
the tubing is still nice a flexible, and I have needed to replacement parts yet...
Mike
Wow - This cleaned the pool...including going up the walls. I have an electric pool cleaner that I use when the pool is a mess such as after a storm. This new unit cleaned as good as my electric pool cleaner. This really showed me how poor my original was performing. I am amazed and very pleased with the performance.
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C’est le 3eme que j’achète …
Le filet de récupération ne tient pas. Les clips ne clips et rien … et le filet se fait avaler par le robot.
J’ai encore mon précédent Polaris (HS hélas) de bien meilleure qualité : aucun problème pour fixer le filet - les clips sont solides et s’emboîtent parfaitement …
Malgré mes tentatives de réglage au mieux il se déplace sur le flanc, au pire il se bloque mais je ne l’ai jamais vu sur ses roues.