Hayward TriStar VS 950
#9 in Large PoolsFull review
A high-flow 2.7 HP pump for large pools or pads with spas and water features; smaller pools save energy with a TriStar VS 900 or 815.
Amazon $2,539.49$2,539.49
The Hayward TriStar VS 950 and the Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP are evenly matched, rated 3.3 and 3.3. The Hayward TriStar VS 950 leads on efficiency. The Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP wins on value. The Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP costs $519.50 less ($2,019.99 vs $2,539.49).
Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP
#10 in Large PoolsFull review
A strong, compact pump for large pools with spas, waterfalls or solar, where a dealer wants 2.7 HP in a small footprint.
Amazon $2,019.99$2,019.99
Prices were last checked October 27, 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 TriStar VS 950 for efficiency (WEF 7.3, 39% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size vs WEF 7.3, 34% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size).
- Choose the Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP for value ($2,020 for 2.7 HP ($748 per HP) vs $2,539 for 2.7 HP ($941 per HP)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large pools pool pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hayward TriStar VS 950 | Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 59 WEF 7.3, 39% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 48 WEF 7.3, 34% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 23 $2,539 for 2.7 HP ($941 per HP) | 36 $2,020 for 2.7 HP ($748 per HP) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Controls 15% | 85 Built-in schedule, optional wi-fi module, works with hayward omnilogic, hayward omnihub, hayward omnipl, hayward prologic, hayward aqualogic, hayward e-command 4, hayward oncommand, hayward omnix, pentair automation (universal comms), jandy automation (universal comms) | 85 Built-in schedule, optional wi-fi module, works with jandy aqualink, pentair intellicenter, pentair easytouch, pentair intellitouch |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Hayward TriStar VS 950 | Jandy VS FloPro 2.7 HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 2.7 HP | 2.7 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 1.8 HP | 1.6 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 7.3 kgal/kWh | 7.3 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 5.2 kgal/kWh | 5.5 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | Yes |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | 115/230 V | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | 600 to 3,450 rpm | 600 to 3,450 rpm |
| Maximum flow | 195 gpm | 135 gpm |
| Pipe size | 2 in | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 11.5 × 25.9 × 13.5 in | 10 × 24.5 × 14 in |
| Weight | - | 44 lb |
| Controls | ||
| Built-in schedule | Yes | Yes |
| Freeze protection | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Optional module | Optional module |
| App | Hayward OmniX | iAquaLink |
| Automation compatibility | Hayward OmniLogic, Hayward OmniHub, Hayward OmniPL, Hayward ProLogic, Hayward AquaLogic, Hayward E-Command 4, Hayward OnCommand, Hayward OmniX, Pentair automation (Universal Comms), Jandy automation (Universal Comms) | Jandy AquaLink, Pentair IntelliCenter, Pentair EasyTouch, Pentair IntelliTouch |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty terms | Expert Line pump sold only through pool pros: 3 years parts and labor when sold by a Totally Hayward partner (sell sheet); the product page lists 3 years parts and 1 year labor. Exclusions and other terms at hayward.com/expert; Hayward does not publish separate terms for online buyers. | Jandy Limited Warranty: variable-speed pumps 3 years from retail purchase on a single-family pool, installed and serviced by a licensed or experienced pool professional; parts only, no labor. The warranty does not apply to pumps bought online or through other e-commerce platforms, so an online/DIY buyer gets no Jandy warranty. |
| Released | 2017-01 | 2020-06 |