Beatbot Sora70: JetPulse Technology and AI obstacle avoidance and navigation!

Added: 2026-06-03

[00:00:00]The summer time's finally here, and if you've got a pool in your backyard like me, then you already know the maintenance never really stops. It's for sure my least favorite part of owning a pool. In this video, I'll be partnering with Beatbot to take a look at the all-new Source 70 robotic pool cleaner.

[00:00:15]It has one really clever trick up its sleeve to efficiently tackle leaves and surface debris that I haven't seen before on any other pool robot. Let's go ahead and get started. So, the first thing that really stood out to me, and probably the main reason you'd consider this specific pool cleaning robot is the surface cleaning. Beatbot calls it jet pulse technology, and it's genuinely something that I've not seen on any other pool cleaner before. Most robotic cleaners only work on the floor. The Source 70 actually comes up to the surface and deals with all the stuff floating on top like your leaves, bugs, pollen, pretty much anything that sits on the surface. The robot's got two water jets, one on each side. When it surfaces, those jets push water both inward and outward at the same time. The inward flow funnels floating debris right into the suction inlet. The outward flow creates a barrier so that debris can't just bypass the robot as it moves. It's a smart design because the common problem with surface cleaning is that the robot pushes stuff out of the way instead of actually picking it up.

[00:01:14]The Source 70 basically solved that issue. If there's a corner of the pool where leaves always pile up, you can pull out the app and remote control it like an RC boat right to that spot. That part is actually pretty fun. Next up, let's talk about what happens once it gets back down to business on the floor.

[00:01:31]The Source 70 pulls in 6,800 gallons per hour of suction. That's a massive number, especially at this price point.

[00:01:38]I've tested cleaners that struggle with heavy debris, get clogged with leaves, or just push sand around without really picking it up. This one was able to handle everything that I threw at it without issue, including sand, heavy leaves, and even pebbles. Big part of why it handles debris so well is the suction inlet size. It's 6.7 inches wide. Standard pool cleaners have inlets that are much smaller, which means whole leaves, twigs, or anything with any size to it jams them up consistently. The Sourse 70 swallows that stuff without flinching. I also noticed that when this gets to the edges of the floor where the wall curves up and the inlet loses contact with the floor, it still has enough suction to grab the debris. It also runs dual brushes across the full 10-in cleaning path, so it's scrubbing as it goes and not just vacuuming. The hydro balance structure and eight motor system work together to keep the water flow efficient, so you're getting strong suction without the robot fighting itself. I know most robotic pool cleaners can clean the pool floor and the wall, but not many can offer 360° of full coverage. The Sourse 70 actually does all four zones: the floor, the walls, the waterline, and the surface.

[00:02:43]That's the entire picture. It adapts to whatever shape your pool is and climbs the walls. Once it reaches the waterline, it does a focused scrubbing pass to get rid of oils and biofilm build-up. If you've ever seen that ring around the edge of a pool that looks like a bathtub ring, that's what it's going after. It's also able to detect shallow areas like tanning ledges using ultrasonic sensors, and it cleans in water as shallow as 8 in. So, even those spots that other cleaners either skip or can't physically reach, the Sourse 70 takes care of it. Battery life is where things got really impressive for me personally. The Sourse 70 has a 10,000 mA hour battery system. On a single charge, you're getting up to 5 hours of continuous cleaning. In my experience with my own pool, I was able to run three full cleaning cycles before I needed to charge it again. And that's not something that I expected out of a pool robot this powerful. Most robotic cleaners I've used, you're hoping they can finish one full cycle before they die in the corner of your pool. This one just keeps going. It's rated to cover pools up to 3,230 sq ft in a single session, so even larger pools are covered without you having to baby sit the charge level. The debris basket holds a massive 6 L of the To put that into perspective, most standard robotic cleaners are running about 2 to 3 L. So, you're looking at roughly two to three times the capacity. That matters a lot during fall when leaves are dropping heavy and you need the robot to run a full cycle without you stopping to empty it halfway through. The standard filter captures particles down to 150 microns, which handles leaves and larger debris really well. If you want to go after fine sand, pollen, and dead algae, you can swap in the optional 3-micron ultra-fine filter and get a noticeably cleaner result in the water. Once it's finished cleaning your entire pool, it does something that's pretty special. If you've ever used a bottom-only robotic cleaner, then you know the drill. Once it finishes, then you're either reaching in or using a long hook trying to pull it to the edge. The Source 70 handles this differently. When it's done cleaning or when the battery drops below 12%, it automatically floats to the surface, parks itself at the edge of the pool, and it just waits for you. And when you pick it up, the smart drain system releases the internal water automatically. So, instead of lifting a robot that feels like it weighs 30 lb because it's full of water, it drains as you lift, which is way easier on your back and way less awkward. All in all, the Beatbot Source 70 is one of the more complete pool cleaners that I've come across. It handles the surface, the floor, the walls, and the waterline all in a single session. The battery lasts long enough to actually finish the job.

[00:05:09]The debris basket is big enough to handle real seasonal loads, and the quality of clean it leaves behind is very impressive. I'll be sure to leave a link in the description so you can find out more about the Beatbot Source 70 and pick one up for yourself. That about wraps it up for this video. Thanks, guys, for watching. Be blessed, and I'll see you in the next one.