Wayne SWS50
#8 in Jet pumpsFull review
A budget 1/2 HP shallow well pump for a cabin or small home with water close to the surface.
Amazon $299.26$299.26
The Wayne SWS50 is the better well pump overall, rated 3.2 to 2.3. The Wayne SWS50 leads on warranty and value. The Wayne SWS50 costs $344.13 less ($299.26 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Wayne SWS50 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($45.34 per gpm ($299.26, 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) vs $90.62 per gpm ($643.39, 7.1 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every jet pumps well pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Wayne SWS50 | Goulds J5S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 46 $45.34 per gpm ($299.26, 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) | 0 $90.62 per gpm ($643.39, 7.1 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) |
| Flow 25% | 32 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi | 39 7.1 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Housing 15% | 80 Cast iron housing | 80 Cast iron housing |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Wayne SWS50 | Goulds J5S | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Shallow jet | Shallow jet |
| Motor | 1/2 HP | 1/2 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi | 7.1 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Most head or depth | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Electrical and build | ||
| Voltage | 115 V | 230 V |
| Housing | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Impellers | Thermoplastic | Thermoplastic |
| Discharge | 1 in | 1 in |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |