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Hayward Wanda the Whale Automatic Pool Cleaner for Above Ground Pools

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Features

  • HAYWARD POOL CLEANER FOR ABOVE-GROUND POOLS: The Wanda the Whale Suction-side Pool Cleaner from Hayward is designed to automatically clean the bottom of all sizes and shapes of above-ground and on-ground pools
  • GENTLE YET EFFECTIVE: A unique turbine system helps this pool vacuum for above ground pools move gently across the bottom of your pool, providing exceptionally quiet operation. They improve circulation by pulling water up from the bottom as they move
  • SIMPLY SUPERIOR RESULTS: Hayward pool vacuum with patented SmartDrive technology covers the bottom quickly, making sure no debris is left behind; its deluxe bumper ring reduces friction, guiding away from walls, steps & ladders to continue cleaning
  • QUICK & EASY INSTALLATION: Wanda the Whale Pool Vacuum has a 32 ft. hose that connects directly to your skimmer, installing in less than 10 minutes without tools, with no additional equipment required for sparkling clean water without a booster pump
  • TRUSTED BRAND: With over 80-years of experience, Hayward is an industry leader in manufacturing advanced pool equipment, including automatic pool cleaners

Description

Equipped with patented SmartDrive® technology, the Wanda the Whale Cleaner from Hayward is designed to automatically clean the bottom of all sizes and shapes of above-ground and on-ground pools quickly and completely—making sure no debris is left behind. It operates separately from your pool’s filtration system and connects directly to your skimmer, installing in less than 10 minutes without tools. A unique turbine system helps Wanda the Whale move gently across the bottom of your pool, providing exceptionally quiet performance while improving circulation by pulling water up from the bottom of the pool as it moves. A deluxe bumper ring reduces friction, guiding it away from walls, steps and ladders to continue the cleaning cycle until the job is done. This model comes with a 32 ft. hose

Brand: Hayward


Model Name: Wanda the Whale


Material: Plastic


Color: Blue


Product Dimensions: 40.8"L x 12.8"W x 12.9"H


Power Source: hydraulic_powered


Other Special Features of the Product: Lightweight, Self Propelled


Control Method: Touch


Efficiency: Efficient


Load Capacity: 5 pounds


Warranty Type: Limited


Installation Type: Self-installation


Material Type: Plastic


Product Care Instructions: Refer to manufacturer warranty and guidelines for maintenance and cleaning instructions.


Color: Blue


Item Dimensions L x W x H: 40.8"L x 12.8"W x 12.9"H


Item Weight: 16 pounds


Hose Length: 32 feet


Brand Name: Hayward


Model Name: Wanda the Whale


UPC: 610377390187


Global Trade Identification Number: 87


Manufacturer Warranty Description: 1-Year


Unit Count: 1 Count


Item Type Name: Pool Cleaner


Manufacturer: Hayward


Model Number: W3900


Manufacturer Part Number: W3900


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Love her! Don't know why I didn't do this earlier.
Style: Wanda The Whale
She may not look like a serious pool tool but this vac is excellent for keeping the floor of my pool clean! It's so easy to set up and works pretty much on her own (with an occasion unclog when the pine needles get in the pool.) I had a pool party and the pool started turning cloudy the next day, then a little green forming on the floor. We connected her and let her do her thing and she got the job done. At this point, I leave her on a couple days each week to make sure that everything gets picked up and to keep algae under control during this hot summer! I think we have finally figured out how to keep the water clean. I have been struggling each year that I've owned this pool to keep it clean and stabilized. The pool is situated next to a tree line with pine trees and mimosa (lots of little tiny leaves that drop all the time) and she is the perfect addition to the pool tools. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2024 by Bodecoa
    • As good as the expensive ones, if not better!
Style: Wanda The Whale
Love our Wanda!! we have had three of these since 2015. She does a great job. We’ve never had a tail issue and the only reason we had to get the third one is cause I accidentally slammed her in the box that we store her in, and I broke her flipper on the bottom. The kids love watching her and we also have the leaf catcher that I add usually only the beginning of the year unless a storm comes through. Extremely happy with our purchase. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2026 by Cindi
    • Does not work well with above ground pool
Style: Wanda The Whale
We have a 33 foot round pool and this cleaner would not move across the floor of the pool. Not an easy connect and just have never had trouble with a pool cleaning device. Suction was not quality and debris pickup was none.
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2026 by Jack
    • Perfect in every way except one.
Style: Wanda The Whale
Easy to use, works well even it requires me to remove the stairs so it doesn't get hung up. The included adjustment valve and flow scale allowed us to dial in the suction to the middle of the band easily to guarantee that we don't suck up and ruin the liner. Only reason for 4 stars is that Wanda's tail likes to pop off to the point that we're using it without it. It's a small thing, and it's cosmetic, but if you include it, you should be able to use it without issues. Pool looks great. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2025 by Jay Kuykendall
    • Works Well
Style: Wanda The Whale
Great product for above ground or lined pools!! Cleans well, easy to clean and hook up.
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2026 by Amanda
    • Bought to replace the Hayward XL vac
Style: Wanda The Whale
***Update: Don’t make the same mistake I did. I ordered the pool cleaner and then when it came several days later I took it out of the box and started using it. I already had a Hayward prior to this and assumed it worked the same. Been using it for a couple of months and it has worked fine. A few days ago it stopped moving so I took the bottom off to remove what I found was a small piece of gravel that was keeping it from working. While looking at a picture of it online to make sure I could remove the bottom I noticed there is a black ring that mine does not have. Then I remembered opening the box and it was sitting on top of a black ring that was not attached and that I assumed was some sort of packing piece to keep it from rolling around d in the box. That piece was tossed out with the box and I had to spend $20 to get a new one and watch a video on how to put it on. I feel like my husband now, who never reads instructions. I wish I had seen this prior to purchasing our first Hayward XL pool vac, which was more than double the price. It works well and my only issue would be needing a couple of extra pieces of hose because our semi-inground pool is large. It moves around the pool well and does a good job of picking up debris from the bottom. After using it I rinse it off and put it on the covered porch out of the sun. I didn’t take care of our first vacuum as well, but now I know better so hopefully this one will last longer. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2025 by Original_lacey
    • Whale pool vacuum
Style: Wanda The Whale
Works perfect picks up all debris
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2026 by Kristen Ledo
    • Wanda the tailless whale
Style: Wanda The Whale
Yes very satisfied with Wanda , she is doing a wonderful job keeping the pool clean, the only issue is that her tail won’t stay on but that doesn’t hinder her ability to do the job.
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026 by Jaime Rose

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