Take full control of your pool and spa with Drive In Pool and Spa Warehouse's range of pool automation systems and accessories — manage your pump, heating, lighting and more from your smartphone, anywhere in Australia.
Gone are the days of manually adjusting timers, checking chemical levels by hand, and running back and forth to your pool equipment. Modern pool automation puts everything in one place — a single app on your phone that lets you monitor, schedule and control every aspect of your pool and spa, whether you're at home or on the other side of the country.
Dontek Aquatek — Australia's Most Established Pool Automation Brand
With over 35 years of experience in solar and pool control technology, Dontek is the largest manufacturer of solar pool controllers in Australia. The Aquatek WiFi controller is the country's first truly agnostic pool controller — meaning it works seamlessly with virtually any brand of existing pool equipment. Whether you have AstralPool, Hurlcon, Zodiac, Raypak or any other brand, Aquatek connects it all into one intelligent system. Control your single or variable speed pumps, gas heater, solar heating, heat pump, sanitiser, multi-colour lights, water features, and spa valve actuators — all from the free Aquatek app on any smartphone. Aquatek is also fully modular and expandable, so as your pool setup grows, your automation can grow with it. Backed by a 3-year warranty.
SplashMe — Proudly Designed & Built in Australia
SplashMe is a complete pool automation system designed and manufactured right here in South Australia by Australian-owned Nymet Innovations. Built specifically for Australian pools, Australian conditions and Australian pool owners, SplashMe acts as the intelligent brain of your pool — coordinating filtration, heating, chemical dosing, lighting, cleaners and water features from one clean, easy-to-use app. One of SplashMe's standout features is its built-in variable speed drive, which converts your existing single-speed pump into an energy-efficient variable speed pump without you needing to replace your equipment — saving up to 62% on annual pool running costs. SplashMe also receives over-the-air updates, meaning your system keeps improving over time with no technician visits required. Compatible with all major pool equipment brands. Backed by a 2-year warranty.
Why Automate Your Pool?
Pool automation isn't just about convenience — it's one of the smartest investments an Australian pool owner can make. The pool pump is typically one of the largest electricity users in a household, accounting for up to 18–30% of your total power bill. Smart automation lets you schedule your pump to run at the lowest effective speed during off-peak hours, dramatically cutting energy costs. Automation also keeps your water chemistry more consistent by managing sanitisation and dosing on a regular schedule, meaning less chemical waste, fewer green pool emergencies, and a pool that's always swim-ready for the family.
Not sure which system is right for your pool? Our team at Drive In Pool and Spa Warehouse are here to help. Contact us for personalised advice on the best automation setup for your pool size, equipment and budget — we're happy to walk you through it.
