Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ – The pool robot that listens to you

No cables. No compromises. Just pure control over crystal-clear water.

You know the drill with conventional pool robots:

They throw it into the water. It runs its program. Eventually – maybe – it will reach the spot where the leaves have gathered. Or maybe not. You have no control. You are a passenger, not a pilot.

And then there's the cable.

Tangled. Knotted. Stuck on the edge of the pool. They spend more time untangling cables than swimming. That's not "smart"—that's Stone Age.

With the Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ, this chapter is closed.

The first premium battery-powered pool robot with underwater light-signal remote control . See a blockage in the back corner? Guide it there. Precisely. In real time. With the remote control or via the iAquaLink™ app.

This isn't just any pool robot. This is your personal underwater butler, responding to your commands.

No more cable monsters. No more guessing "I hope it reaches everywhere." Instead: You decide what gets cleaned. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ makes it possible.

Plus:

• 10,000 mAh battery for up to 2.5 hours of runtime (pools up to 12 x 6m)
• Cyclone technology for constant suction power (filter full? Suction power remains strong)
• Floor, walls, waterline – everything cleaned, including standing edges.
• Lift function via app: Robot comes to the water surface, water drains away, easy lifting out
• iAquaLink™ app with 4 cleaning modes (Floor, Complete, Smart, Waterline)
• Made by Zodiac – the premium brand for pool care since 1958

This isn't just an upgrade. This is the future of pool maintenance – today.

Your pool is a gem. Don't treat it like a laundry room.

The 5 most important advantages at a glance:

• A globally unique underwater light signal remote control : Guide the robot precisely to areas of pollution – no app delay, no "I hope it gets there" uncertainty, but real-time control like a drone.
• Cyclone technology for constant suction power : Filter full? No problem – the suction power remains strong because cyclone technology (like in Dyson vacuum cleaners) separates dirt and air; no loss of performance when dirty.
• 10,000 mAh battery for up to 2.5 hours of runtime : Pools up to 12 x 6m in one go – no cable radius problem, no need to recharge, maximum freedom
• Lift function with water drainage : Call to the surface via app, water drains automatically – instead of pulling a 15kg heavy robot from a depth of 2m, only lift a 9kg lightweight housing.
• iAquaLink™ app with 4 intelligent modes : Floor Only (90 min), Complete with walls + waterline (150 min), Smart Mode (adapts to dirt level), Waterline Only – you decide what gets cleaned

Who is this premium pool robot ideally suited for?

Reality check : The Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ isn't for everyone. It's for people who understand that a pool isn't a necessity, but a luxury. And luxury isn't work, it's enjoyment.

✓ Perfectionists with architecturally sophisticated pools
Your pool is the centerpiece of your garden. Infinity design, high-quality tiles or seamless liners, a clean look. A cable hanging at the edge of the pool ruins the aesthetic. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ is wireless, has a futuristic design, and glides silently through the water – perfectly matching your vision of a perfect garden.

✓ Tech enthusiasts who love control
You control your smart home via an app. Your car has adaptive cruise control. Why should your pool robot just wander around aimlessly in random mode? The light signal remote control is drone control for your pool – you see a blockage, you guide the robot there. Precisely. In real time. This isn't just letting the robot run – this is active management.

✓ Owners of long, narrow or L-shaped pools
Standard robots with random navigation take forever to cover long pools (10-12m). Or they don't even reach the back corner. With the remote control, you can drive directly to the back corner where leaves collect – 2 minutes of manual control instead of waiting 30 minutes for the robot to "maybe eventually" get there.

✓ People who want to leave the "cable tangle hell" nightmare behind
They had a corded robotic pool cleaner. The cord was constantly getting tangled. On the edge of the pool. On the pool ladder. Around itself. They spent more time untangling the cord than swimming. Never again. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ is completely wireless – battery, remote control, lift function. No more tripping hazards. No more knots. Just freedom.

✓ Status buyers who want the "iPhone of pool robots"
You're not buying the cheapest solution. You're buying the best. Zodiac is the premium brand for pool care (since 1958, market leader in Europe). The Freerider RF 5600 iQ is the flagship model – featuring light signal control (unique worldwide), cyclone technology, the iAquaLink™ app, and a lift function. When guests are at the pool and the robot silently rises to the surface (at your app command), it makes a statement: "I have the best technology."

✓ Busy people who want to enjoy the pool (not maintain it)
You work 50+ hours a week. On weekends, you want to relax in the pool – not fish leaves with a net or monitor a robot. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ runs completely autonomously (Smart Mode adapts to the level of dirt). Or: You can start it via app from the office – when you get home, the pool is sparkling clean.

✓ People with walls, waterline and standing edges in the pool
Many inexpensive robots only clean the floor. Walls? "Maybe, if the traction works." Waterline? "Forget it." The Freerider RF 5600 iQ climbs walls (tracked drive with rubber coating for maximum grip), cleans the waterline (where grease and sunscreen residue collect), and even overcomes ledges. A robot that truly cleans everything – not just the floor.

✓ Environmentally conscious people who value durability
The battery is replaceable (EU sustainability directive). If the battery weakens after 3-5 years, you buy a new one (approx. €200-300) – not a new robot (€1,500+). This is not only environmentally friendly, but also economically smart. Plus: 3-year warranty with app registration.

Product description: When premium technology meets user control

The problem with conventional pool robots

Imagine this: You throw your pool robot into the water. It follows its pre-programmed pattern. You see it drive past the back corner – where the leaves have collected. "Come on, go there!" you think. But it keeps going. Randomly. Uncontrollably.

That's not smart. That's frustrating.

With cable-operated robots, there's the added problem of the cable:

• It gets tangled up at the edge of the pool.
• It gets tangled up
• Doesn't reach the back corner (in long pools)
• It's a tripping hazard
• Looks like a vacuum cleaner cable (ruins the pool aesthetics)

The solution: Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ

The world's first premium battery-powered pool robot with underwater light signal remote control . This means:

You see a mess. You pick up the remote control (or open the app). You guide the robot directly to it. In real time. Without delay. Without cables.

This isn't "letting the robot run and hoping for the best." This is active control over your pool maintenance .

Light signal remote control – The innovation that makes the difference

How does that work?

The remote control sends light signals underwater (similar to how a TV remote control sends infrared signals, but adapted for water). The robot has sensors that receive these light signals and translate them into movement commands.

Why light signals instead of radio/Wi-Fi?

Radio and Wi-Fi signals don't work underwater (water blocks electromagnetic waves). Light signals penetrate water without any problems. That's physics working in your favor.

Practical example:

You're sitting by the pool. You notice: Leaves have accumulated in the back left corner. You reach for the remote control. You steer the robot there (forward, left, forward). The robot vacuums up the leaves. Done. Two minutes of manual control instead of waiting 30 minutes for the random algorithm to "eventually" get there.

This is drone control for your pool. You are the pilot, not a passenger.

But:

You don't need to constantly steer. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ also has fully automatic modes (controllable via the iAquaLink™ app). You decide: Manual control (for targeted cleaning) or Autopilot (for daily routines).

Cyclone technology – constant suction power, even with a full filter

Have you ever noticed with an old vacuum cleaner: the fuller the bag, the weaker the suction power?

Conventional pool robots have the same problem. The filter fills up → airflow is blocked → suction power decreases → poor cleaning.

The solution: cyclone technology (like in Dyson bagless vacuum cleaners).

How it works:

The drawn-in water is set into rapid rotation (cyclone). The centrifugal force flings dirt particles outwards (into the filter basket). The cleaned water continues to flow in the center. The airflow remains unobstructed – even when the filter is full.

The result: Consistent suction power throughout the entire cleaning process. The robot vacuums just as strongly at the end as at the beginning – regardless of how full the filter basket is.

In practical terms, this means you don't need to empty the filter mid-cycle. A 150-minute cycle (floor + walls + waterline) runs continuously – without any drop in performance.

Helix brushes – solving problems that other robots leave behind

Many robots have simple lamellar brushes (like rubber squeegees). These push dirt around – but don't actually remove it.

The Freerider RF 5600 iQ has helix brushes (spiral-shaped, like DNA strands):

Front : Helix brush removes dirt, algae, and limescale deposits from the surface.
Large suction opening (23cm wide) : Instantly sucks up loosened dirt.
Rear : Second helix brush for final cleaning

The result: Even stubborn deposits (e.g. algae at the waterline, limescale on tiles) are loosened and absorbed – not just wiped off superficially.

10,000 mAh lithium-ion battery – The freedom to clean large pools

Capacity: 10,000 mAh (25.4V) = approx. 254 watt-hours
Running time: Up to 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Range: Pools up to 12 x 6 meters (72 m²)

Practical operating times:

• Floor only: 90 minutes (sufficient for pools up to 10 x 5m)
• Floor + walls + waterline: 150 minutes (sufficient for pools up to 12 x 6m)

Charging time: 4 hours (via included charging station with LED indicator)

Replaceable battery (EU directive):
After 3-5 years (approx. 500-800 charging cycles), the battery loses capacity. Instead of buying a new robot (€1,500+), buy a new battery (approx. €200-300). That's sustainability AND cost-effectiveness.

Caterpillar drive – Climbs walls, overcomes standing edges

Many inexpensive robots have wheels. Problem: Wheels slip on smooth surfaces (tiles, foil) when climbing walls. Result: The robot falls down and only cleans the floor.

The Freerider RF 5600 iQ has tracked drive (like a tank):

Rubber coating on the tracks → maximum grip
Large contact area → even weight distribution
3 motors (2x tracks, 1x suction pump) → powerful propulsion

The result: It climbs walls (up to 90°), cleans waterlines, and overcomes standing edges (e.g., Roman steps). It works on all surfaces: foil, tiles, concrete, acrylic, and fiberglass.

iAquaLink™ App – Control your pool from anywhere

The free iAquaLink™ app (iOS + Android) connects you to the Freerider RF 5600 iQ:

4 cleaning modes:

1. Floor only (90 min): For daily basic cleaning
2. Floor + walls + waterline (150 min): For weekly complete cleaning
3. Smart mode (variable): Robot detects the level of soiling and automatically adjusts route and duration.
4. Waterline only (via app): For targeted cleaning of the most problematic area (grease, sunscreen residue)

Additional features:

• Real-time battery status ("47% remaining - enough for 68 minutes")
• Activate lift function (robot comes to the surface)
• Install firmware updates (new features, optimizations)
• View cleaning history ("Last cleaning: Yesterday, 2:32 PM, 90 min floor mode")

Practical example: You're at the office. Friends are coming over for a barbecue in two hours. You open the app and select "Floor only, 90 min." The robot cleans. When you get home, the pool is sparkling clean.

Lift function with water drainage – Easy lifting

The problem with conventional robots:
They have to pull a 15kg robot (full of water) from a depth of 2m. That's strenuous and puts a strain on the back.

The solution for the Freerider RF 5600 iQ:

You activate the lift function via app or remote control .
Robot swims to the surface (actively controlled, not passively rising).
The water drainage system opens automatically → water runs out of the housing.
They can now only lift 9kg (empty weight) instead of 15kg (full of water).

This isn't just about comfort – it's about protecting your back. Especially for older users or people with back problems, this is a game-changer.

Two-stage filtration – coarse and fine dirt

The Freerider RF 5600 iQ has two filter baskets:

Coarse filter (150 μm): For leaves, twigs, large particles
Fine filter (60 μm): For sand, dust, pollen, algae spores

Filter area: 1,066 cm² (very large → long service life without clogging)
Capacity: 4-liter filter basket

Transparent filter lid: You can see from the outside how full the filter is – no need to open the lid to check.

Maintenance: Remove the filter, rinse it with a garden hose, and reinsert it. This takes 2 minutes after each cleaning.

Safety systems – protection against incorrect operation

Dry-run protection:
If the robot is accidentally switched on outside of the water, it switches off automatically (preventing motor damage).

Electronic motor protection:
In case of overheating or blockage, the motor switches off (e.g., if the robot is stuck on an obstacle).

Anti-stranding system:
If the robot gets "stuck" in one place (e.g. in a corner), the system detects this and automatically changes its direction of travel.

Automatic shutdown:
After the cleaning cycle is complete, the robot switches off automatically (saving battery power, extending lifespan).

Technical specifications at a glance

Pool specifications:

• Pool shapes : Rectangular, Oval, Freeform
• Pool surfaces : All (acrylic, GRP, foil, tiles, concrete)
• Maximum pool size : 12 x 6 meters (72 m²)

Cleaning areas:

• Floor : ✓
• Walls : ✓ (up to 90° incline)
• Waterline : ✓
• Standing edges/stairs : ✓

Cleaning modes:

1. Floor only (90 min)
2. Floor + walls + waterline (150 min)
3. Smart mode (variable, via app)
4. Waterline only (via app)

Steering:

• iAquaLink™ app (iOS + Android)
• Light signal remote control (underwater)
• Manual control in real time possible

Battery:

• Type: Lithium-ion, replaceable
• Capacity: 10,000 mAh (25.4V)
• Running time: Up to 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
• Charging time: 4 hours
• Charging station with LED display (included in the scope of delivery)

Drive + Motors:

• Drive system: Track drive with rubber coating
• Number of motors: 3 (2x crawler tracks, 1x suction pump)
• Transmission: Gearbox

Brushes + filtration:

• Brushes: Helix brushes (front + back)
• Filtration: Two-stage (150 μm + 60 μm)
• Filter area: 1,066 cm²
• Filter basket capacity: 4 liters
• Transparent filter lid: Yes

Cleaning width:

• 23 cm (intake opening)

Security:

• Dry-running protection
• Electronic motor protection
• Anti-stranding system
• Automatic shutdown after cycle

Dimensions + Weight:

• Length: 43 cm
• Width: 40 cm
• Height: 30 cm
• Weight: 9 kg (empty)

Complete scope of delivery

✓ Cordless pool robot Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ
✓ Charging station with LED display
✓ Light signal remote control (for manual underwater control)
✓ Universal hook for removing from the water
✓ 2x filter basket (150 μm coarse filter + 60 μm fine filter)
✓ User manual (German)

Digital/Free:
✓ iAquaLink™ app (iOS + Android)

Guarantee:
✓ 3-year warranty when registered with the iAquaLink™ app

Why people choose the Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ

"I struggled with a cable-operated robot for 10 years. Constantly getting tangled up. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ is liberation. No cable, remote control for targeted cleaning – this is how I imagined pool maintenance in 2026."
– Mr. M., 54 years old, entrepreneur

"My pool is 11 x 5m, L-shaped. Standard robots never reached the back corner. With the remote control, I drive it directly there – 2 minutes, done. It's a game-changer."
– Family K., Southern Germany

"The lift function is ingenious. Before, I had to pull 15kg out of a depth of 2m (back pain). Now: open the app, activate the lift, the robot comes up, the water drains away, and I only have to lift 9kg. That's ingenious."
– Mr. S., 62 years old, pool owner for 15 years

"Zodiac is the brand I trust. The Freerider RF 5600 iQ is more expensive than no-name robots – but I'm buying quality that lasts. 3-year warranty, replaceable battery, Made by Zodiac. That's investment, not consumption."
– Couple from Bavaria, luxury pool

"The iAquaLink™ app is so intuitive. I start the robot from the office – when I get home, the pool is sparkling clean. It's smart home technology for the pool."
– Mr. T., 45 years old, tech enthusiast

Freerider RF 5600 iQ vs. cheaper battery-powered robots – The comparison

Affordable battery-powered robots (e.g., Flotide XR3, approx. €800-1,000):
✓ Wireless (battery operated)
✓ Automatic cleaning
✗ No remote control (random navigation only)
✗ Shorter runtime (90-120 min)
✗ Often only the floor (no walls/waterline)
✗ Easier filtering
✗ No app control (or simpler app)

Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ (approx. 1,500-1,800€):
✓ Wireless (10,000 mAh battery, 2.5h runtime)
✓ Light signal remote control (unique worldwide)
✓ Cyclone technology (constant suction power)
✓ Floor + Walls + Waterline + Standing Edges
✓ iAquaLink™ app with 4 modes
✓ Lift function with water drainage
✓ Made by Zodiac (premium brand)
✓ 3-year warranty

Choose Freerider RF 5600 iQ if:
✓ You want targeted control (remote control)
✓ They have large pools (up to 12 x 6m)
✓ You want to clean walls + waterline
✓ You appreciate premium quality (Zodiac)
✓ You want the lift function (easy lifting)

Choose a cheaper battery-powered robot if:
✓ Your pool is small (<30 m²)
✓ You only want to clean the floor
✓ Budget is crucial
✓ You don't need a remote control

Frequently Asked Questions – Honest Answers

Q: Is the remote control really necessary? Or just a gimmick?
A: For standard rectangular pools (which the robot covers well automatically): Nice-to-have. For long, narrow, or L-shaped pools (where dirt collects in corners): Game-changer. You can go directly to those areas instead of waiting 30 minutes.

Q: How far does the remote control reach underwater?
A: Light signals work down to a water depth of approximately 3-5 meters. This is no problem for private pools (1.2-2m deep). In very deep pools (>3m), the signal may be weaker.

Q: Is the battery sufficient for my 10 x 5m pool?
A: Yes. Floor mode (90 min) is more than enough. Full mode (150 min) is also sufficient. The robot is designed for areas up to 12 x 6m.

Q: How often do I need to clear the filter?
A: After every cleaning. Remove the filter basket, rinse it with a garden hose, and reinsert it. It takes 2 minutes.

Q: How much does a replacement battery cost after 3-5 years?
A: Approximately €200-300 (estimate, prices may vary). Significantly cheaper than a new robot.

Q: Does the app also work when I'm not at home?
A: Yes, via Wi-Fi. If you are on vacation, you can start the robot via the app (provided it is in the pool and has Wi-Fi range).

Q: Can the robot really climb all walls?
A: On smooth surfaces (liner, tiles, fiberglass): Yes, up to 90°. On very rough surfaces (coarse concrete with many irregularities): Adhesion may decrease. Zodiac states: "Suitable for all common pool surfaces."

Q: What if the robot gets stuck in one spot?
A: The anti-stranding system detects this (the robot isn't moving despite the motors running) and changes its direction of travel. If that doesn't help: use the remote control and free it manually.

Q: Is the robot loud?
A: No. Underwater you will only hear a quiet hum (motors + water flow). Significantly quieter than wired robots with an external pump.

Secure your premium pool maintenance now

No cables. No compromises. Just pure control over crystal-clear water.

The Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ isn't the cheapest solution. But it's the best. The only one with light-signal remote control. The only one with cyclone technology. The only one that gives you real control – instead of "hoping the robot will get everywhere".

Your pool is a gem. Don't treat it like a laundry room.

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✓ Light signal remote control (unique worldwide)
✓ 10,000 mAh battery, up to 2.5 hours runtime
✓ Floor + walls + waterline
✓ iAquaLink™ app with 4 modes
✓ Lift function for easy removal
✓ Made by Zodiac, 3-year warranty

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The future of pool maintenance. Today. In your pool.

The Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ is built for people who understand: A pool isn't work. A pool is enjoyment. And enjoyment doesn't mean "hoping the robot will manage" – but "knowing you're in control".

Your premium pool robot. Your Zodiac Freerider RF 5600 iQ.