Hayward SwimClear C150S
#8 in CartridgeFull review
A compact single-cartridge filter for a small in-ground pool, for owners who would rather hose off one cartridge than backwash.
Amazon $1,009$1,009
The Hayward SwimClear C150S is the better pool filter overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Hayward SwimClear C150S leads on filter area. The Jandy CS100 costs $113.05 less ($895.95 vs $1,009).
Jandy CS100
#9 in CartridgeFull review
A compact single-cartridge filter for a small in-ground pool, mainly for owners already on Jandy equipment.
Amazon $895.95$895.95
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 SwimClear C150S for filter area (150 sq ft of filter area vs 100 sq ft of filter area).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cartridge pool filter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hayward SwimClear C150S | Jandy CS100 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 63 $8.41 per gpm ($1,009, 120 gpm) | 58 $8.96 per gpm ($895.95, 100 gpm) |
| Filter area 30% | 12 150 sq ft of filter area | 0 100 sq ft of filter area |
| Valve 10% | 100 no backwash valve needed | 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 | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Hayward SwimClear C150S | Jandy CS100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Filtering | ||
| Filter type | Cartridge | Cartridge |
| Filter area | 150 sq ft | 100 sq ft |
| Maximum flow | 120 gpm | 100 gpm |
| Largest pool | 57,600 gal | 48,000 gal |
| Pool type | In-ground | In-ground |
| Build | ||
| Valve | None needed | None needed |
| Maximum pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
| Ports | 2 in | 2 in |
| Air relief | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |