Hayward ProGrid DE6020
#3 in D.E.Full review
A vertical-grid D.E. filter for an in-ground pool owner who wants the clearest water and will add D.E. after each backwash.
Amazon $1,709$1,709
The Hayward ProGrid DE6020 is the better pool filter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.7. The Hayward ProGrid DE6020 leads on filter area. The Hayward Perflex EC75A wins on value. The Hayward Perflex EC75A costs $470 less ($1,239 vs $1,709).
Hayward Perflex EC75A
#4 in D.E.Full review
An extended-cycle D.E. filter for an in-ground pool, for owners who want D.E. clarity and long runs between cleanings.
Amazon $1,239$1,239
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 Hayward ProGrid DE6020 for filter area (60 sq ft of filter area vs 40 sq ft of filter area).
- Choose the Hayward Perflex EC75A for value ($12.39 per gpm ($1,239, 100 gpm) vs $14.24 per gpm ($1,709, 120 gpm)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every D.E. pool filter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hayward ProGrid DE6020 | Hayward Perflex EC75A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 62 $14.24 per gpm ($1,709, 120 gpm) | 73 $12.39 per gpm ($1,239, 100 gpm) |
| Filter area 30% | 77 60 sq ft of filter area | 38 40 sq ft of filter area |
| Valve 10% | 50 valve type not published (neutral score used) | 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 ProGrid DE6020 | Hayward Perflex EC75A | |
|---|---|---|
| Filtering | ||
| Filter type | D.E. | D.E. |
| Filter area | 60 sq ft | 40 sq ft |
| Maximum flow | 120 gpm | 100 gpm |
| Pool type | In-ground | In-ground |
| Build | ||
| Valve | - | None needed |
| Maximum pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
| Ports | 2 in | 1.5 in |
| Air relief | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |