Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi
#2 in Under 4 GPMFull review
The cheapest way to a 3 GPM pump with a 4-year warranty. Buy it for a travel trailer when a firm 55 psi shower isn’t a priority.
Amazon $52.99$52.99
The Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi is the better RV water pump overall, rated 3.6 to 2.5. The Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi leads on value, warranty and features. The Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi costs $113.07 less ($52.99 vs $166.06).
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Jabsco Par-Max HD3
#10 in Under 4 GPMFull review
A heavy-duty 3 GPM marine pump with a 3-year warranty. It costs more than lighter pumps with higher pressure.
Amazon $166.06$166.06
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi for value ($17.66 per GPM ($52.99, 3 GPM) vs $55.35 per GPM ($166.06, 3 GPM)), warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and features (runs dry without damage, thermal protection, strainer included vs thermal protection).
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 | Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi | Jabsco Par-Max HD3 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 89 $17.66 per GPM ($52.99, 3 GPM) | 15 $55.35 per GPM ($166.06, 3 GPM) |
| Flow 20% | 25 3 GPM rated open flow | 25 3 GPM rated open flow |
| Pressure 15% | 43 45 psi shut-off | 29 40 psi shut-off |
| Efficiency 10% | 50 maximum current draw not published (neutral score used) | 36 0.38 GPM per amp (8 A max) |
| Features 15% | 45 runs dry without damage, thermal protection, strainer included | 15 thermal protection |
| Warranty 15% | 100 4-year warranty | 67 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Seaflo 33 Series 3.0 GPM 45 psi | Jabsco Par-Max HD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Rated open flow | 3 GPM | 3 GPM |
| Shut-off pressure | 45 psi | 40 psi |
| Max current draw | - | 8 A |
| Price per GPM | $17.66 | $55.35 |
| Self-priming lift | 6 ft | 8 ft |
| Features | ||
| Control | Pressure switch | Pressure switch |
| Diaphragm chambers | 3 | 4 |
| Runs dry | Yes | - |
| Thermal protection | Yes | Yes |
| Strainer included | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 5.1 lb |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |