Beatbot Sora 10 review: The affordable pool robot most people need

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. A budget pool robot that handles basic cleaning well enough, but it stands out most for how affordable it is. Beatbot's Sora line, introduced earlier this year, marked the robot producer's aggressive foray into lower-cost pool cleaning systems, with three models on sale at stair-stepped price points. The Sora 10 stands at the bottom of that price band, typically available for under $500, which is pretty much the bare minimum you can get away with paying for a pool robot that has any real value. So, what does $500 get you?