ExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain Aerator vs Kasco 1/2 HP Surface Aerator

Last updated: November 3, 2026

The ExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain Aerator is the better pond aerator overall, rated 3.7 to 2.2. The ExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain Aerator leads on value and output. The ExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain Aerator costs $1,408.01 less ($99.99 vs $1,508).

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ExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain Aerator vs Kasco 1/2 HP Surface Aerator

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every floating aerators pond aerator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain AeratorKasco 1/2 HP Surface Aerator
Overall rating3.7/52.2/5
Value 35%100 $99.99 per horsepower ($99.99)0 $3,016 per horsepower ($1,508)
Output 20%60 1 HP motor20 0.5 HP motor
Efficiency 20%75 20 gal/h per watt50 flow or watts not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 25%0 warranty not published, scored as none25 2-year warranty

Specifications

ExGizmo 1 HP Floating Fountain AeratorKasco 1/2 HP Surface Aerator
Aeration
Rated for-0.5 acres
Minimum depth-15 in
Water flow15,000 gal/h-
Power
Motor1 HP, 750 W0.5 HP
Running amps-5 A
Voltage110 V120 V
In the box
Power cord100 ft100 ft
TimerYes-
LightsNo-
Build
Warranty-2 years

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