XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground
#12 in In-GroundFull review
A low-cost ENERGY STAR pump for an average in-ground pool on a 230 V circuit, run from its own keypad schedule.
Amazon $589.95$589.95
The XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground is the better pool pump overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground leads on value. The Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 wins on controls. The XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground costs $1,159.05 less ($589.95 vs $1,749).
Hayward MaxFlo VS 500
#24 in In-GroundFull review
An efficient small pump for modest in-ground pools with 1.5 in plumbing, best as a replacement for an old MaxFlo.
INYOPools $1,749$1,749
Prices were last checked October 27, 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 XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground for value ($590 for 1.7 HP ($347 per HP) vs $1,749 for 1.6 HP ($1,060 per HP)).
- Choose the Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 for controls (Built-in schedule, optional wi-fi module, works with hayward omnilogic, hayward omnihub, hayward omnipl, hayward prologic, hayward aqualogic, hayward e-command 4, hayward oncommand, hayward omnix, pentair automation (universal comms), jandy automation (universal comms) vs Built-in schedule).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every in-ground pool pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground | Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 39 WEF 8.4, 30% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 37 WEF 10.2, 28% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 81 $590 for 1.7 HP ($347 per HP) | 16 $1,749 for 1.6 HP ($1,060 per HP) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 3-year warranty |
| Controls 15% | 30 Built-in schedule | 85 Built-in schedule, optional wi-fi module, works with hayward omnilogic, hayward omnihub, hayward omnipl, hayward prologic, hayward aqualogic, hayward e-command 4, hayward oncommand, hayward omnix, pentair automation (universal comms), jandy automation (universal comms) |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP VS In-Ground | Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 1.7 HP | 1.6 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 1.1 HP | 0.6 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 8.4 kgal/kWh | 10.2 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 6.5 kgal/kWh | 7.9 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | Yes |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | 450 to 3,450 rpm | 600 to 3,450 rpm |
| Maximum flow | - | 96 gpm |
| Pipe size | 2 in | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | - | 9.8 × 25.5 × 11.1 in |
| Controls | ||
| Built-in schedule | Yes | Yes |
| Freeze protection | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No | Optional module |
| App | - | Hayward OmniX |
| Automation compatibility | - | Hayward OmniLogic, Hayward OmniHub, Hayward OmniPL, Hayward ProLogic, Hayward AquaLogic, Hayward E-Command 4, Hayward OnCommand, Hayward OmniX, Pentair automation (Universal Comms), Jandy automation (Universal Comms) |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | - | 3 years |
| Warranty terms | No warranty terms published on the listing. | Expert Line pump sold only through pool pros: 3 years parts and labor when sold by a Totally Hayward partner (sell sheet); the product page lists 3 years parts and 1 year labor. Exclusions and other terms at hayward.com/expert; Hayward does not publish separate terms for online buyers. |
| Released | 2026-06 | 2020-07 |