Hayward TriStar VS 810
#10 in In-GroundFull review
A small 1.25 HP TriStar for modest in-ground pools, best for owners who want app schedules without buying an automation system.
Hayward (find a dealer)The Hayward TriStar VS 810 is the better pool pump overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The Hayward TriStar VS 810 leads on controls. The CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H wins on warranty.
CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H
#23 in In-GroundFull review
A small, very efficient smart pump for modest pools, best for owners replacing a Hayward SuperFlo-size pump who want app control without a hub.
Amazon $1,275$1,275
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 Hayward TriStar VS 810 for controls (Built-in schedule, optional wi-fi module, works with hayward omnix vs Built-in wi-fi).
- Choose the CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | Hayward TriStar VS 810 | CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 41 WEF 9.1, 30% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 35 WEF 10, 28% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 50 no current price (neutral score used) | 21 $1,275 for 1.3 HP ($981 per HP) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
| Controls 15% | 85 Built-in schedule, optional wi-fi module, works with hayward omnix | 35 Built-in wi-fi |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Hayward TriStar VS 810 | CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 1.2 HP | 1.3 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 0.8 HP | 0.6 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 9.1 kgal/kWh | 10 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 7 kgal/kWh | 7.8 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | Yes |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | 115/230 V | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | 600 to 3,450 rpm | - |
| Maximum flow | 112 gpm | - |
| Pipe size | 2 in | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 11.5 × 25.5 × 13.5 in | 22.5 × 10.4 × 11.8 in |
| Controls | ||
| Built-in schedule | Yes | - |
| Freeze protection | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Optional module | Built in |
| App | Hayward OmniX | - |
| Automation compatibility | Hayward OmniX | - |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Warranty terms | Sold only through pool pros: 3 years parts when sold by a Totally Hayward partner (sell sheet); the product page lists 3 years parts and 1 year labor. Exclusions and other terms at hayward.com/expert. | 5-year manufacturer warranty with US-based support, as listed for any buyer. |
| Also sold as | - | LINGXIAO Relaax130-VSFP, Key Lander SFP130-VS, LX SFP130-VS |
| Released | 2024-12 | 2026-04 |