XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP Variable Speed
#1 in Above-GroundFull review
A low-cost, ENERGY STAR variable-speed pump for above-ground pools, for buyers who want the efficiency without paying for a big brand.
Amazon $379.95$379.95
The XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP Variable Speed rates 4.0 among above-ground pool pumps; the CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H rates 3.0 among in-ground ones. The XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP Variable Speed costs $895.05 less ($379.95 vs $1,275).
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different pool type classes (above-ground and in-ground), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own pool type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP Variable Speed | CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 83 WEF 12.2, 161% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 35 WEF 10, 28% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 99 $380 for 1.5 HP ($253 per HP) | 21 $1,275 for 1.3 HP ($981 per HP) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 100 5-year warranty |
| Controls 15% | 30 Built-in schedule | 35 Built-in wi-fi |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP Variable Speed | CircuPool SmartFlo AF 1.3H | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | Above-ground (non-self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 1.5 HP | 1.3 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 0.4 HP | 0.6 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 12.2 kgal/kWh | 10 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 4.7 kgal/kWh | 7.8 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | Yes |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | - | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | 1,000 to 3,450 rpm | - |
| Pipe size | 1.5 in | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | - | 22.5 × 10.4 × 11.8 in |
| Controls | ||
| Built-in schedule | Yes | - |
| Freeze protection | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No | Built in |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | - | 5 years |
| Warranty terms | - | 5-year manufacturer warranty with US-based support, as listed for any buyer. |
| Also sold as | Splash / CIPU 72526, NORTHFLO PMP-72526 | LINGXIAO Relaax130-VSFP, Key Lander SFP130-VS, LX SFP130-VS |
| Released | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |