Is this black one stronger and better then the blue and white 280? Is it just a color difference?
1300933
It's just the color difference. It works great though! Also it does look a lot more up to date than the other one. Also you don't have the white cord standing out so much when you look over at your pool. Just looks nicer. I would go with the black!
1300934
The black one is much stronger! It almost comes out of the pool at times and the opening to pick up leaves is much bigger!
1806874
I would guess because way more people buy the black one over the blue one. I have both now, and I can tell you the only difference is the color. From what I have seen with both, they are the exact same thing in the same color. I don't want to tell you one thing and have you go and buy it, but that's what I've noticed.
1192319
I can't compare the two, but reviews I read indicated specs for the 140 were better at the edges. I bought the 140 several months ago, and am very pleased with quality and speed.
1991486
I believe color is the only difference. The BK is black and the BG is beige.
470726
I have the white transmitter myself, but I bet that the black one was made first and the white is just a newer version. same product but probably like the new style better. It has a door you can open to adjust things. Less chance for something to get bumped and settings to shift. good luck.
1813886
My 170 is a light blue. Very cool looking. All the other Perceptions in the line are light blue too.
159045
I have not picked up the white version, but the black finish has a subtle texture that does provide a very decent grip. I don' know about black finish over silver plating versus some other combo of materials
1837377
Apparently one is softer. The blue is, but it is way to hard for me. I can't use it at all. It is only $40.
107823
It is a lot brighter, just has a different light hue. The newer one is more white and first version is yellowish. It is brighter to me by a long shot. Get one
1727877
I believe the difference is color and the handle. I like this handle better.
52407
I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with the blue one at all. I don't know how it compares.
761695
Hi! They are both exactly the SAME DESIGN - the only difference being the finish in the 312B sporting a synthetic woodgrain look (either the walnut or other 314B). Interesting enough, although the difference is by having just a layer of something wrapped or sealed into the resin, it's widespread knowledge that somehow the 312B and 314B with the synthetic woodgrain finish ACTUALLY sound better.I forget what the material is made of but if you touch a 302 and a 312/314, you will feel that the latter is cooler to the touch AKIN some metal low conductivity metal. But do not quote me on this. Hi! They are both exactly the SAME DESIGN - the only difference being the finish in the 312B sporting a synthetic woodgrain look (either the walnut or other 314B). Interesting enough, although the difference is by having just a layer of something wrapped or sealed into the resin, it's widespread knowledge that somehow the 312B and 314B with the synthetic woodgrain finish ACTUALLY sound better.I forget what the material is made of but if you touch a 302 and a 312/314, you will feel that the latter is cooler to the touch AKIN some metal low conductivity metal. But do not quote me on this.
949914
Hi there Sonny. My husband says their is no noticeable difference between this one and the blue line ones he has had previously.
1812160
You would have to try the blue (less firm) one. I only have the black one so I cant make a comparison. The blue one would have been too soft for me.
462563
I did not realize the white model is cheaper. Typically, anything other than black is more expensive.
2238740
Look for the black one, i noticed the color ones are almost twice as expensive
1070780
Bought the black one from folica.com about 12 years ago. It lasted for 11 years. Last year, I bought the purple one from Amazon and I do believe there is a difference. I don't know if it's the manufacturer going cheap over the years or if the purple one is actually cheaper. For the most part, the purple one feels substantially lighter. I think the black one was more solid and the purple feels like plastic pieces attached to the base. I also don't think that the purple one gets as hot or straightens as well as the black one. Two small pieces (black buttons on the side) have also fell off of the purple one after very limited use. Very disappointed in my new flat iron. Bought the black one from folica.com about 12 years ago. It lasted for 11 years. Last year, I bought the purple one from Amazon and I do believe there is a difference. I don't know if it's the manufacturer going cheap over the years or if the purple one is actually cheaper. For the most part, the purple one feels substantially lighter. I think the black one was more solid and the purple feels like plastic pieces attached to the base. I also don't think that the purple one gets as hot or straightens as well as the black one. Two small pieces (black buttons on the side) have also fell off of... » Read More Bought the black one from folica.com about 12 years ago. It lasted for 11 years. Last year, I bought the purple one from Amazon and I do believe there is a difference. I don't know if it's the manufacturer going cheap over the years or if the purple one is actually cheaper. For the most part, the purple one feels substantially lighter. I think the black one was more solid and the purple feels like plastic pieces attached to the base. I also don't think that the purple one gets as hot or straightens as well as the black one. Two small pieces (black buttons on the side) have also fell off of the purple one after very limited use. Very disappointed in my new flat iron. « Show Less