In-ground Vs. Above-ground suction cleaners

[Oklahoma]

Can anyone tell me what is the difference between above-ground and in-ground suction cleaners?

I am a new pool owner and I am looking to buy a suction cleaner, but I don't understand why the suction cleaners that say they are for above ground pools are half the price of "in-ground" cleaners. I want to get the right tool for the job, but at the same time I don't want to spend more than I have to if the functionality is the same.

Thanks in advance for any advice or info.

David from Oklahoma

 

[JasonLion]

Generally the difference is that above ground cleaners are designed to run on a flat bottom, while in ground cleaners are designed to handle a sloped bottom.

 

[Guest]

In gound cleaners also will climb pool walls.

 

[HarryH3]

Yep, my Polaris 280 (for inground) climbs all the way up to the coping many times during its run.

 

[johannafin]

I've been meaning to ask a similar question. I have an AG pool with a deep end. I assume I can't use the AG pool cleaners, because I don't have a flat bottom, but have wondered if I can use the IG pool cleaners.

Johanna