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 $569The Hayward ProSeries S210T is the better pool filter overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The Hayward ProSeries S210T leads on value. The Pentair Triton II TR60 wins on filter area. The Hayward ProSeries S210T costs $607.83 less ($569 vs $1,176.83).
A heavy-duty fiberglass sand filter for an in-ground pool where the equipment pad needs a side-mount valve. It costs more than a top-mount and needs a valve bought separately.
Amazon $1,176.83Prices 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 ProSeries S210T for value ($12.93 per gpm ($569, 44 gpm) vs $18.68 per gpm ($1,176.83, 63 gpm)).
- Choose the Pentair Triton II TR60 for filter area (3.1 sq ft of filter area vs 2.2 sq ft of filter area).
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 | Hayward ProSeries S210T | Pentair Triton II TR60 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 36 $12.93 per gpm ($569, 44 gpm) | 6 $18.68 per gpm ($1,176.83, 63 gpm) |
| Filter area 30% | 20 2.2 sq ft of filter area | 47 3.1 sq ft of filter area |
| Valve 10% | 100 multiport valve | 50 valve type not published (neutral score used) |
| 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 S210T | Pentair Triton II TR60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Filtering | ||
| Filter type | Sand | Sand |
| Filter area | 2.2 sq ft | 3.1 sq ft |
| Maximum flow | 44 gpm | 63 gpm |
| Largest pool | 21,120 gal | 30,240 gal |
| Pool type | Above-ground | In-ground |
| Sand | 200 lb | 325 lb |
| Build | ||
| Tank diameter | - | 24 in |
| Valve | Multiport | - |
| Maximum pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
| Ports | 1.5 in | - |
| Air relief | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
