XtremepowerUS SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP
#14 in In-GroundFull review
A low-cost, efficient replacement for a 1 to 1.5 HP single-speed pump on a 230 V circuit, for owners happy with keypad control.
Amazon $549.95$549.95
The XtremepowerUS SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP is the better pool pump overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The XtremepowerUS SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP leads on value. The Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 wins on controls. The XtremepowerUS SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP costs $1,199.05 less ($549.95 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 SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP for value ($550 for 1.6 HP ($333 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 SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP | Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 36 WEF 9.4, 28% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 37 WEF 10.2, 28% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 83 $550 for 1.6 HP ($333 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 SuperFlow VS 1.75 HP | Hayward MaxFlo VS 500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 1.6 HP | 1.6 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 0.7 HP | 0.6 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 9.4 kgal/kWh | 10.2 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 7.4 kgal/kWh | 7.9 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | Yes |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | - | 600 to 3,450 rpm |
| Maximum flow | - | 96 gpm |
| Pipe size | 2 in | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 25.5 × 11.3 × 14 in | 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. |
| Also sold as | Splash 72554 | - |
| Released | 2026-03 | 2020-07 |