Betta SE Solar Powered Automatic Robotic Pool Surface Skimmer

Quick verdict

Based on published specs and editorial comparison, the original Betta SE is a solar-powered surface skimmer focused squarely on the waterline and water top, running on continuous battery power with re-engineered twin salt-chlorine-tolerant motors. It is the more streamlined surface option next to the SE Plus, without that model's dual charging and shallow-water safeguard. Best for saltwater pool owners who want passive, sun-driven debris skimming and will handle floor cleaning separately.

Good for

• Above-ground pools on a tighter budget
• Owners who want surface debris handled before it sinks

Not ideal for

• Anyone expecting a surface skimmer to also scrub the floor
• Owners who want the absolute lowest upfront price

Key buying points

• Runtime & charging — Cordless battery runtime per cycle and how it recharges (dock vs solar).
• Filtration — Basket vs fine micro-mesh for pollen and silt.
• Retrieval & upkeep — Waterline parking, easy basket access, and storage.

What to check before buying

• Check whether it cleans walls and the waterline, not just the floor
• Look at battery runtime vs the time one full clean takes
• Check filter basket access and replacement parts
• Confirm the pool-size rating matches your pool

Editorially reviewed: June 2026. Product details may change on Amazon — check current details there.