Pentair Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner vs Zodiac Baracuda Ranger Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner
On published specs the Baracuda Ranger comes out ahead, 5.5 to 4.2. The Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark wins on no area; the Baracuda Ranger on cleaning coverage, warranty. Today the Baracuda Ranger is $30 cheaper.
4.2
Pentair Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner
Best price $299.99 at Leslie's · value 2.0/10
5.5
Zodiac Baracuda Ranger Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner
Best price $269.99 at Leslie's · value 10.0/10
Score by area
| Area | Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark | Baracuda Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning coverage | 3.5 | 6.5 |
| Warranty | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Filtration | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| Navigation | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Pool size | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Ease of use | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Overall spec score | 4.2 | 5.5 |
Specs side by side
| Spec | Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark | Baracuda Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Suction-side | Suction-side |
| Power | Pool pump | Pool pump |
| Navigation | Random · programmed cleaning | Random |
| App / connectivity | None | None |
| Remote | No | No |
| Floor | Yes | Yes |
| Walls | Not stated | Yes |
| Waterline | Not stated | Not stated |
| Surface skimming | No | No |
| Steps | Not stated | Not stated |
| Max pool size | Not stated | Not stated |
| Pool types | Above-ground | Above-ground |
| Filter | Not stated | Not stated |
| Weight | Not stated | Not stated |
| Warranty | Not stated | 1 year |
| Parks for retrieval | No | No |
| Caddy included | No | No |
Rows where the two differ are shaded.
Prices
| Cleaner | Store | Checked | Buy | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zodiac Baracuda Ranger Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner ZodiacSuction-side | 5.5 | Leslie's | $269.99 | — | today | View deal |
| Zodiac Baracuda Ranger Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner ZodiacSuction-side | 5.5 | In The Swim | $269.99 | — | today | View deal |
| Pentair Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner PentairSuction-side | 4.2 | Leslie's | $299.99 | — | today | View deal |
| Pentair Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner PentairSuction-side | 4.2 | In The Swim | $299.99 | — | today | View deal |
| Pentair Kreepy Krauly 'Lil Shark Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner PentairSuction-side | 4.2 | INYO Pools | $300.99 | — | today | View deal |
| Zodiac Baracuda Ranger Above-Ground Suction Pool Cleaner ZodiacSuction-side | 5.5 | INYO Pools | $309.99 | — | today | View deal |