Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V
A low-cost 1/2 HP submersible for wells with water within about 100 ft. Deeper wells need the 3/4 or 1 HP size.
Amazon $429.31$429.31
The Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V rates 3.2 among submersible, 1/2 HP well pumps; the Goulds J5S rates 2.3 among jet pumps ones. The Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V costs $214.08 less ($429.31 vs $643.39).
Goulds J5S
#13 in Jet pumpsFull review
A serviceable USA-built shallow jet for cabins and small homes with water within 25 ft, best bought from an authorized dealer.
Amazon $643.39$643.39
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, 1/2 HP 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 RL12G05-2W2V | Goulds J5S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 37 $71.55 per gpm ($429.31, 6 gpm at 200 ft of head) | 0 $90.62 per gpm ($643.39, 7.1 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) |
| Flow 25% | 33 6 gpm at 200 ft of head | 39 7.1 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 RL12G05-2W2V | Goulds J5S | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Submersible | Shallow jet |
| Motor | 1/2 HP | 1/2 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 6 gpm at 200 ft of head | 7.1 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Flow series | 12 gpm | - |
| Most head or depth | 212 ft | 25 ft |
| Electrical and build | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Wiring | 2-wire | - |
| Current | 6 A | - |
| Housing | Stainless | Cast iron |
| Impellers | - | Thermoplastic |
| Discharge | 1.2 in | 1 in |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |