PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump
#3 in Under 4 GPMFull review
A cheaper stand-in for the Shurflo 4008 with the same flow, pressure and bypass. Seaflo’s 42 Series is cheaper still with a longer warranty.
Amazon $74$74
The PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump is the better RV water pump overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump leads on pressure, features and value. The Jabsco Par-Max 3 25 psi wins on warranty. The PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump costs $47.48 less ($74 vs $121.48).
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Jabsco Par-Max 3 25 psi
#8 in Under 4 GPMFull review
A low-pressure pump for boats and gravity-style systems where gentle 25 psi flow is wanted. Most RVs want a 45 to 55 psi pump instead.
Amazon $121.48$121.48
Which should you buy?
- Choose the PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump for pressure (55 psi shut-off vs 25 psi shut-off), features (internal bypass, runs dry without damage, thermal protection vs none of the listed features) and value ($24.67 per GPM ($74, 3 GPM) vs $40.49 per GPM ($121.48, 3 GPM)).
- Choose the Jabsco Par-Max 3 25 psi for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 4 GPM RV water pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump | Jabsco Par-Max 3 25 psi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 68 $24.67 per GPM ($74, 3 GPM) | 36 $40.49 per GPM ($121.48, 3 GPM) |
| Flow 20% | 25 3 GPM rated open flow | 25 3 GPM rated open flow |
| Pressure 15% | 71 55 psi shut-off | 0 25 psi shut-off |
| Efficiency 10% | 50 maximum current draw not published (neutral score used) | 93 0.58 GPM per amp (5.2 A max) |
| Features 15% | 55 internal bypass, runs dry without damage, thermal protection | 0 none of the listed features |
| Warranty 15% | 33 2-year warranty | 67 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| PowerMax 3.0 GPM 55 psi RV Pump | Jabsco Par-Max 3 25 psi | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Rated open flow | 3 GPM | 3 GPM |
| Shut-off pressure | 55 psi | 25 psi |
| Max current draw | - | 5.2 A |
| Price per GPM | $24.67 | $40.49 |
| Self-priming lift | 9 ft | 10 ft |
| Features | ||
| Control | Pressure switch | Pressure switch |
| Diaphragm chambers | - | 3 |
| Internal bypass | Yes | - |
| Runs dry | Yes | - |
| Thermal protection | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 4 lb | 3.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |