The best value 12V pump for a pickup tank: UL listed, gasoline approved and backed for life, for less than a Fill-Rite FR1210H at most stores.
Amazon $434.99The GPI M-150S 12V 15 GPM is the better fuel transfer pump overall, rated 3.8 to 3.1. The GPI M-150S 12V 15 GPM leads on warranty, flow and duty cycle. The Fill-Rite FR8 12V 8 GPM wins on price. The Fill-Rite FR8 12V 8 GPM costs $75 less ($359.99 vs $434.99).
For small tanks feeding mowers, ATVs and generators where gasoline approval matters more than speed. For big equipment, step up to a 15 or 20 GPM pump.
Amazon $359.99Prices were last checked November 3, 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 GPI M-150S 12V 15 GPM for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 2-year warranty), flow (15 gpm vs 8 gpm) and duty cycle (30 min on, then rest vs 15 min on, then rest).
- Choose the Fill-Rite FR8 12V 8 GPM for price ($359.99 vs $434.99).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 12V DC fuel transfer pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GPI M-150S 12V 15 GPM | Fill-Rite FR8 12V 8 GPM |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 20% | 61 $434.99 | 71 $359.99 |
| Flow 25% | 50 15 gpm | 15 8 gpm |
| Duty cycle 15% | 50 30 min on, then rest | 25 15 min on, then rest |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL listed, explosion-proof motor | 100 UL listed, explosion-proof motor |
| Kit 10% | 27 suction pipe, 10 ft hose | 30 suction pipe, 12 ft hose |
| Warranty 15% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 40 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| GPI M-150S 12V 15 GPM | Fill-Rite FR8 12V 8 GPM | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump | ||
| Power | 12V DC | 12V DC |
| Flow | 15 gpm | 8 gpm |
| Duty cycle | 30 min on | 15 min on |
| Current | 18 A | 15 A |
| Max pressure | 15 psi | 12 psi |
| Max head | 15 ft | 32 ft |
| Suction lift | 5 ft | 6 ft |
| Mount | Bung | Bung |
| Safety | ||
| UL listed | Yes | Yes |
| Explosion-proof motor | Yes | Yes |
| Gasoline approved | Yes | Yes |
| In the box | ||
| Meter | No | No |
| Nozzle | Manual | Manual |
| Hose | 10 ft | 12 ft |
| Filter | No | No |
| Suction pipe | Yes | Yes |
| Power cable | 18 ft | 15 ft |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 25 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 2 years |
