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Pool Pumps

7 pool pumps from XtremepowerUS, Pentair, Intex and more. Most cost $175 to $399, and half cost less than $216.

Pool Pumps by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A pool pump can match several uses.

Recommended Pool Pumps

VevorSpec score 8.0

Single speed, 1.5 Horsepower, 115V, 5280 Flow rate

+1.5 HP motor for larger pool circulation
+Runs on standard 115V household power
+43 ft maximum head for higher water lift
−Single speed runs at one fixed output
−Only suited to above-ground pools
$149.90
as of 11/04/2026 07:36 PST - Details
Intex

115V, Above-ground, Sand

+Sand filter for low-maintenance filtration
+Built for above-ground pools
+Includes a GFCI for electrical safety
$174.99-32%Was: $259.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:37 PST - Details
VivohomeSpec score 8.1

1.5 Horsepower, 115V, 6027 Flow rate, In-ground and above-ground

+1.5 HP motor for larger pool circulation
+Runs on standard 115V household power
+Includes an ON/OFF switch
−Single speed runs at one fixed output
$179.99-25%List: $239.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:38 PST - Details
VivohomeSpec score 8.6

Variable speed, 1.5 Horsepower, 115V, In-ground and above-ground

+Variable speed control for adjustable flow
+1.5 HP motor for larger pool circulation
+Runs on standard 115V household power
$251.99-10%Was: $279.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:38 PST - Details
Blue WaveSpec score 7.5

Single speed, 0.9 Horsepower, 115V, 2700 Flow rate

+Pump and filter combo in one package
+Cartridge filter with 90 sq ft filter area
+Single-speed 0.9 HP pump
−Single-speed pump offers no adjustable flow settings
$399.99
as of 11/04/2026 13:40 PST - Details
Doheny's

1.5 Horsepower, 115V, Above-ground

+1.5 HP motor rated at 83 GPM flow
+Stainless steel shaft for durability
+Reinforced construction for longer service
$215.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:37 PST - Details
Doheny's

1 Horsepower, 115V, Above-ground, Cartridge

+Extra-large 70 sq ft cartridge filter
+1 HP pump for above-ground pools
+Non-woven cartridge included
$484.99
as of 11/04/2026 17:37 PST - Details

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