Hayward ProSeries S244T
#5 in SandFull review
A low-priced top-mount sand filter for an in-ground pool of up to about 29,760 gallons. It suits owners who want easy backwashing over the finest filtering.
Amazon $689$689
The Hayward ProSeries S244T rates 3.5 among sand pool filters; the Hayward Perflex EC50AC rates 3.2 among D.E. ones. The Hayward ProSeries S244T costs $40 less ($689 vs $729).
Hayward Perflex EC50AC
#7 in D.E.Full review
An extended-cycle D.E. filter for an above-ground or small in-ground pool, for owners who want D.E. clarity without a backwash valve.
Amazon $729$729
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 (sand and D.E.), 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 | Hayward ProSeries S244T | Hayward Perflex EC50AC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 49 $11.11 per gpm ($689, 62 gpm) | 60 $14.58 per gpm ($729, 50 gpm) |
| Filter area 30% | 47 3.1 sq ft of filter area | 10 25 sq ft of filter area |
| Valve 10% | 100 multiport valve | 100 no backwash valve needed |
| Pressure rating 10% | 100 50 psi maximum working pressure | 100 50 psi maximum working pressure |
| Warranty 15% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Hayward ProSeries S244T | Hayward Perflex EC50AC | |
|---|---|---|
| Filtering | ||
| Filter type | Sand | D.E. |
| Filter area | 3.1 sq ft | 25 sq ft |
| Maximum flow | 62 gpm | 50 gpm |
| Largest pool | 29,760 gal | 24,000 gal |
| Pool type | In-ground | In-ground or above-ground |
| Sand | 300 lb | - |
| Build | ||
| Valve | Multiport | None needed |
| Maximum pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
| Ports | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Air relief | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |