POOLWHALE Pool Leaf Skimmer, Pool Surface Cleaning Net (Pole Not Included)

Finding an aftermarket pool skimmer that actually holds up to daily maintenance without feeling like cheap, brittle plastic can be tough. I picked up this Poolwhale professional skimmer net to swap onto my cleaning pole, and it completely matches up with the heavy-duty gear you would typically buy out of a dedicated local pool supply store.​Here is how it balances out across the core performance categories:​Value for the Money and Tab DesignThis net is absolutely worth the investment, and it has one specific feature that makes it a massive win right out of the gate: the attachment handle. Instead of forcing you to fight a single, stiff metal detent button that pinches your fingers, this handle utilizes an upgraded double-tab setup. You can comfortably press down the larger outer plastic tabs to lock or unlock the inner pins. It makes connecting and disconnecting the net a total breeze compared to standard designs, easily justifying the cost for that convenience alone.​Durability and Net QualityThe overall build quality and durability are top-tier. The structural frame feels incredibly rigid, providing enough structural strength that you don't have to worry about it bending or snapping if you get a little heavy-handed while moving through deep water. The mesh fabric itself is fine enough to capture smaller floating debris, bugs, and surface scum with ease, yet it is woven tightly enough to handle the weight of larger debris without tearing at the seams.​Appearance and Tapered ProfileVisually, the skimmer features a very summery, beachy color theme. While I initially wished I could have grabbed it in a different shade to match other gear, the color looks great out by the water. The structural shape is also highly practical—it features a slightly slanted front lip that acts as a scoop, making it easy to scrape and rake leaves directly off the pool floor liner. The frame layout is built broader at the bottom and tapers to be a bit narrower at the top, which allows for smooth, balanced maneuvering through the water.​Cleanliness and VersatilityIn terms of functionality, this tool makes keeping the water clean and tidy an effortless job. It offers excellent versatility because you can use it both inside and outside of the water as needed. It works beautifully on a standard extension pole for skimming the deep center from the comfort of the deck, but the built-in handle is short and solid enough that you can easily use it hand-held without a pole when you are inside the pool doing quick spot-cleans.​This earns a solid 5-star rating. It is a durable, smartly engineered skimmer net with an excellent finger-saving tab design that turns daily pool skimming into a quick, painless task.

This skimmer net is by far the best skimmer I have every owned. It's very rugged and it collects the finest items in the pool. I totally would recommend this to anyone needing a quality net.

This net gets all the little bugs and noseeums at the surface of the pool. It connected to my pole easily and seems sturdier than some others I have purchased. Makes cleaning the pool easy and the net material is small enough to pick up fine particles.

This is my third purchase of this skimmer since May of 2024. It’s a really good skimmer because it’s good at scraping debris off the bottom of the pool but it is prone to ripping. Granted that I live in South Florida where it gets used year round and it’s often left out lying in the blazing sun. Yours should last longer if you have a shorter pool season. I doubt other skimmers would last any longer with frequent use so I keep ordering this same one being as others under different manufacturer names look pretty much the same as this one.

I love the rectangular shape of this pool net and it is an ideal size. I find that removing debris from the corners of my pole is very easy with the 90° corners on the pool net.

It is a well constructed skimmer with a fine mesh that catches even the smallest debris.

This is the best pool net I have ever purchased. Sturdy and gets EVERYTHING! Very light weight and easy to use. 10/10

Nice skimmer, fit my pole perfectly. I’ll be buying another.

Works well.

Everything I hope for. Sturdy and well built. Feels like it will last.

Great quality,nice and sturdy. Unfortunately it doesn’t fit the pole I have.

Love it!!! Good quality!!

It is a sturdy piece, fits perfectly well and does its job nicely. Nothing wrong with the quality or finish. Haven’t had it for long to say if its color fades out. Recommend it so far.