Pentair Sand Dollar SD60
#8 in SandFull review
An affordable top-mount sand filter for a pool of up to about 28,800 gallons. It suits buyers who want a simple multiport filter from a major maker.
Amazon $599$599
The Pentair Sand Dollar SD60 is the better pool filter overall, rated 3.1 to 3.0. The Pentair Sand Dollar SD60 leads on value. The Hayward ProSeries S210T costs $30 less ($569 vs $599).
Hayward ProSeries S210T
#9 in SandFull review
A simple multiport sand filter for an above-ground pool of up to about 21,120 gallons. Buy it for cheap media and one-lever backwashing, not for the clearest water.
Amazon $569$569
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 Pentair Sand Dollar SD60 for value ($9.98 per gpm ($599, 60 gpm) vs $12.93 per gpm ($569, 44 gpm)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every sand pool filter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Pentair Sand Dollar SD60 | Hayward ProSeries S210T |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 58 $9.98 per gpm ($599, 60 gpm) | 36 $12.93 per gpm ($569, 44 gpm) |
| Filter area 30% | 23 2.3 sq ft of filter area | 20 2.2 sq ft of filter area |
| Valve 10% | 100 multiport valve | 100 multiport valve |
| Pressure rating 10% | 50 pressure rating not published (neutral score used) | 100 50 psi maximum working pressure |
| Warranty 15% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Pentair Sand Dollar SD60 | Hayward ProSeries S210T | |
|---|---|---|
| Filtering | ||
| Filter type | Sand | Sand |
| Filter area | 2.3 sq ft | 2.2 sq ft |
| Maximum flow | 60 gpm | 44 gpm |
| Largest pool | 28,800 gal | 21,120 gal |
| Pool type | In-ground | Above-ground |
| Sand | 250 lb | 200 lb |
| Build | ||
| Tank diameter | 22.5 in | - |
| Valve | Multiport | Multiport |
| Maximum pressure | - | 50 psi |
| Ports | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Air relief | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |