Red Lion RL12G10-2W2V
For deeper wells or bigger homes that want strong pressure at the tap. Shallower wells do fine with the 3/4 HP.
Amazon $736.05$736.05
The Red Lion RL12G10-2W2V rates 3.6 among submersible, 3/4 HP and up well pumps; the Goulds J10S rates 3.3 among jet pumps ones. The Goulds J10S costs $8.89 less ($727.16 vs $736.05).
Goulds J10S
#7 in Jet pumpsFull review
For larger homes on shallow wells that want maximum flow at normal house pressure.
Amazon $727.16$727.16
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 type classes (submersible, 3/4 HP and up and jet pumps), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Red Lion RL12G10-2W2V | Goulds J10S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 54 $56.62 per gpm ($736.05, 13 gpm at 200 ft of head) | 48 $43.80 per gpm ($727.16, 16.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) |
| Flow 25% | 50 13 gpm at 200 ft of head | 100 16.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Housing 15% | 100 Stainless housing | 80 Cast iron housing |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Red Lion RL12G10-2W2V | Goulds J10S | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Submersible | Shallow jet |
| Motor | 1 HP | 1 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 13 gpm at 200 ft of head | 16.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Flow series | 12 gpm | - |
| Most head or depth | 434 ft | 25 ft |
| Electrical and build | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Wiring | 2-wire | - |
| Current | 10.4 A | - |
| Housing | Stainless | Cast iron |
| Impellers | - | Thermoplastic |
| Discharge | 1.2 in | 1 in |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |