Zodiac CX50 Robotic Pool Cleaner | Floor, Walls & Waterline | Up to 12 x 6m
Set it. Drop it in. Come back to a clean pool. The Zodiac CX50 is a premium robotic pool cleaner that scrubs your floor, climbs your walls, and cleans the waterline, all automatically, all on its own power, completely independent of your pool pump. When the cycle is done, the self-lift system raises the cleaner to the waterline so you can retrieve it without bending or heavy lifting. Backed by a 2-year Zodiac warranty.
Unlike suction or pressure cleaners that rely on your pump and filter, the CX50 has its own motor, its own filtration, and its own navigation. Drop it in, press start, and walk away.
What's Included
- Zodiac CX50 robotic pool cleaner
- Transport caddy (stores cleaner and control box together)
- Control box and power supply
- 18m floating cable
- Dual filter canisters (fine and coarse)
- 2-year Zodiac warranty
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Zodiac |
| Model | CX50 |
| Pool Size | Up to 12m x 6m |
| Cleaning Coverage | Floor, walls, and waterline |
| Cable Length | 18m floating cable |
| Filtration | Dual canisters, fine and coarse debris |
| Retrieval | Self-lift system, rises to the waterline automatically |
| Navigation | Advanced scanning for optimised cleaning paths |
| Power | Independent motor, does not use pool pump |
| Pool Types | Concrete, fibreglass, vinyl liner |
| Warranty | 2 years (Zodiac) |
Key Features
- Cleans Floor, Walls and Waterline. Complete pool coverage in a single cycle.
- Dual Filter Canisters. Fine and coarse filters capture everything from fine dust to large leaves.
- Self-Lift to Waterline. Rises to the waterline automatically when the cycle is complete, no bending, no heavy lifting.
- 18m Floating Cable. Provides full coverage of pools up to 12m x 6m.
- Transport Caddy Included. Store and move the cleaner and control box together.
- Independent Power. Runs on its own motor, not your pool pump, both can run simultaneously.
- Energy Efficient. Uses significantly less power than traditional suction or pressure cleaners.
- 2-Year Zodiac Warranty. Backed by one of the world's leading pool equipment brands.
Zodiac CX Range Comparison
| Feature | CX35 (discontinued) | CX40 | CX50 (this product) |
| Floor Cleaning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wall Climbing | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Waterline Cleaning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dual Filter Canisters | No, single | Yes, dual (fine and coarse) | Yes, dual (fine and coarse) |
| Self-Lift to Waterline | No | No | Yes |
| Transport Caddy | No | No | Yes, included |
| Pool Size | Up to 12m x 6m | Up to 10m x 5m | Up to 12m x 6m |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years |
| Best For | Discontinued, no longer available | Smaller pools, dual filters, great value | Largest pools, self-lift, full kit included |
Not sure which model suits your pool? Contact us and we'll recommend the right cleaner for your pool size, shape, and surface.
Robotic vs Suction vs Pressure Cleaners
| Feature | Robotic (CX50) | Suction Cleaner | Pressure Cleaner |
| Uses pool pump? | No, own motor | Yes | Yes |
| Cleans walls? | Yes | Partial | Partial |
| Cleans waterline? | Yes | No | No |
| Own filtration? | Yes, dual canisters | No, uses pool filter | No, uses pool filter |
| Easy retrieval? | Yes, self-lifts to waterline | No, manual | No, manual |
| Energy use | Low, efficient motor | High, runs pump longer | High, runs pump longer |
Recommended Accessories
- Crystalline Chlorine 4kg - keep water sanitised alongside automated cleaning.
- 5-in-1 Test Strips - test water chemistry weekly.
- Zodiac Natural Clarifier 1L - improve water clarity alongside automated cleaning.
- Zodiac CX40 - step-down model with dual filters for pools up to 10m x 5m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the CX50 clean walls and the waterline?
A: Yes, the CX50 cleans the pool floor, climbs and scrubs the walls, and cleans the waterline. Full coverage in a single cycle.
Q: How does the self-lift system work?
A: When the cleaning cycle is complete, the CX50 automatically rises to the waterline so you can lift it out without bending over the pool edge or pulling up a heavy wet cleaner from the bottom.
Q: What's the difference between the CX40 and CX50?
A: Both have dual filter canisters. The CX50 adds a self-lift to waterline system and a transport caddy, and handles larger pools up to 12m x 6m vs the CX40's 10m x 5m. See the comparison table above.
Q: Is the CX35 still available?
A: The Zodiac CX35 has been discontinued. The CX40 is the current entry-level model in the CX range, and the CX50 is the premium model.
Q: Does it work with my pool pump?
A: The CX50 runs on its own independent motor, it does not use your pool pump at all. You can run your pump and the CX50 simultaneously.
Q: What pool types is it compatible with?
A: Concrete, fibreglass, and vinyl liner pools up to 12m x 6m.
Q: How often should I run it?
A: 2-3 times per week during summer, or as needed. Most pool owners run it overnight so the pool is clean every morning.
Q: How do I clean the filters?
A: Remove the dual filter canisters, rinse with a garden hose, and reinstall. Takes under 5 minutes. Clean after every 2-3 cycles or when visibly dirty.
Q: Is it serviced in NZ?
A: Yes, Perfect Pools NZ is an authorised Zodiac dealer with local service capability. Contact us for service enquiries.
Pickup and Delivery
Perfect Pools Service Warehouse - 15C Douglas Alexander Parade, Albany, Auckland
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm | Sat 10am-2pm
NZ-wide delivery available. Charges calculated at checkout.
Questions? Email perfectpoolsnz@gmail.com or visit our contact page.
