People put a pool on their land, or buy homes with one, because they wish to enjoy the rewards that a pool can give. However one of the chief problems about them, is the hours they might take to keep clean and healthy. Though you could set up a filtration system into the pool itself, there are still some spots that only above ground pool vacuums can clean. Ahead of purchasing one, however, it is useful to be aware of the different sorts of vacuums available and their uses. This way you'll know exactly what to look out for when picking a make and model.

1. Suction-side Cleaners -- these vacuums are dependent on the suction and filtration system of the swimming pool. This is especially handy for cleaning up the base of the pool without needing to grasp the pool cleaner in your hand at all times. It's fully automatic so you can leave it running on its own.

One difficulty you may find is when there are many leaves or other stray vegetation getting into the pool. This clogs up the filters, so opt for a different style of cleaner if you reside in a leafy area.

These are the least expensive sorts of pool cleaners you'll find. So that's a definite advantage.

2. Pressure side Vacuums -- these kinds of swimming pool vacuums work on the pressure that is being produced by the water pump. Unlike the suction side 1, this kind employs a bag to collect the debris that it removes from the water, so you do not need to think about your filter becoming bunged up up.

The difficulty with these though is that very tiny particles can get through the bag that is used by the vacuum and finish up back on the bottom.

3. Robotic Pool Cleaners -- these kinds of above ground pool vacuums run independently of the filtration system of the pool. This means you don’t require hoses in order to them. They have interior electric motors and are driven by being plugged into an electrical outlet. They're ready programmed to pump the dirt, grime and other debris, found in your pool, straight into the interior filters.

Robotic pool vacuums are the costliest, with prices ranging from about $400 all the way to as high as two thousand dollars. Nevertheless, even with the price, this type of cleaner will most probably work the best, so you must weigh your requirements alongside your budget.

If you don't need something as advanced as this, then a model of one of the two kinds mentioned earlier will possibly be the best choice for you.