BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP
#9 in In-GroundFull review
A 2.2 HP pump for mid-size and larger pools with a heater or water feature, best for DIY buyers who want a five-year warranty without a dealer.
Amazon $1,199$1,199
The BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP is the better pool pump overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP leads on value. The BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 1.5 HP costs $150 less ($1,049 vs $1,199).
BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 1.5 HP
#18 in In-GroundFull review
A dual-voltage 1.5 HP pump for owners replacing an old single-speed pump themselves, with a long warranty that does not require a dealer.
Amazon $1,049$1,049
Prices were last checked October 27, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP for value ($1,199 for 2.2 HP ($545 per HP) vs $1,049 for 1.5 HP ($699 per HP)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every in-ground pool pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP | BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 1.5 HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 41 WEF 8, 30% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 37 WEF 8.4, 28% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 55 $1,199 for 2.2 HP ($545 per HP) | 40 $1,049 for 1.5 HP ($699 per HP) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
| Controls 15% | 30 Built-in schedule | 30 Built-in schedule |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP | BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 1.5 HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 2.2 HP | 1.5 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 1.2 HP | 1 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 8 kgal/kWh | 8.4 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 6.2 kgal/kWh | 6.5 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | Yes |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | 1,000 to 3,450 rpm | 1,000 to 3,450 rpm |
| Pipe size | 2 in | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 23.4 × 11.5 × 13.1 in | 23.4 × 11.5 × 13.1 in |
| Weight | 32 lb | 29 lb |
| Controls | ||
| Built-in schedule | Yes | Yes |
| Freeze protection | No | No |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty terms | 5-year limited warranty from Blue Torrent Pool Products, the same for any buyer (no dealer-install requirement in the manual); service via the Pump Service Center in Seaford, NY. | 5-year limited warranty from Blue Torrent Pool Products, the same for any buyer (no dealer-install requirement in the manual); service via the Pump Service Center in Seaford, NY. |
| Also sold as | Blue Torrent BTIGV220SP | Blue Torrent BTIGV150SP |
| Released | 2026-01 | 2026-01 |