Intex Krystal Clear QS1200
#2 in Above-GroundFull review
The usual pick for larger Intex and other above-ground pools up to 15,000 gallons: cheap and simple, but with no salt readout.
Amazon $198.96$198.96
The Intex Krystal Clear QS1200 is the better salt chlorinator overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Intex Krystal Clear QS1200 costs $71.03 less ($198.96 vs $269.99).
Intex Krystal Clear QZ1100
#3 in Above-GroundFull review
For 6,000-15,000 gallon above-ground pools with a big pump, if you want ozone added to salt chlorination; otherwise the QS1200 does the chlorine job for less.
Intex $269.99$269.99
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.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every above-ground salt chlorinator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Intex Krystal Clear QS1200 | Intex Krystal Clear QZ1100 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $199 for 0.6 lb of chlorine a day ($316 per lb/day) | 92 $270 for 0.6 lb of chlorine a day ($466 per lb/day) |
| Cell cost 20% | 96 Replacement cell $202 ($321 per lb/day) | 94 Replacement cell $194 ($334 per lb/day) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year cell, 2-year control center warranty | 25 2-year cell, 2-year control center warranty |
| Features 20% | 20 Flow sensing, boost mode | 20 Flow sensing, boost mode |
| Certification 10% | 0 Not certified to NSF/ANSI 50 | 0 Not certified to NSF/ANSI 50 |
Specifications
| Intex Krystal Clear QS1200 | Intex Krystal Clear QZ1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Pool type | Above-ground | Above-ground |
| Rated pool size (maker) | 15,000 gal | 15,000 gal |
| Chlorine output | 0.6 lb/day | 0.6 lb/day |
| Salt level | 2,500 to 3,500 ppm (ideal 3,000) | 2,500 to 3,500 ppm (ideal 3,000) |
| NSF/ANSI 50 certified | No | No |
| Cell | ||
| Replacement cell | 11904 | 11374 |
| Replacement cell price | $202 | $194 |
| Self-cleaning | Yes | Yes |
| Plumbing size | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Controls | ||
| Salt level readout | No | No |
| Flow sensing | Flow switch | Flow switch |
| Cold-water shutoff | No | No |
| Boost mode | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Voltage | 115 V | 115 V |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty terms | Intex 2-year limited warranty on the control unit and the electrode(s), 180 days on hoses and fittings; original purchaser only, the same for every buyer since Intex sells direct and through retailers. Repair or replacement after an Intex service center accepts the claim. | Intex 2-year limited warranty on the control unit and the electrode(s), 180 days on hoses and fittings; original purchaser only, the same for every buyer since Intex sells direct and through retailers. Repair or replacement after an Intex service center accepts the claim. |
| Released | 2018 | - |