Liberty Pumps LE102A2 1 HP 230 V
#1 in 3/4 HP and upFull review
For a basement apartment or a long horizontal run to the sewer that needs real head. Most single bathrooms are fine with a 1/2 HP pump.
Amazon $948$948
The Liberty Pumps LE102A2 1 HP 230 V rates 3.6 among 3/4 HP and up sewage ejector pumps; the Wayne SEL50 rates 3.5 among up to 1/2 HP ones. The Wayne SEL50 costs $717.36 less ($230.64 vs $948).
Wayne SEL50
#3 in Up to 1/2 HPFull review
For the most flow per dollar in a basement bathroom, if a plastic body and a short warranty are acceptable.
Amazon $230.64$230.64
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different motor size classes (3/4 HP and up and up to 1/2 HP), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own motor size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Liberty Pumps LE102A2 1 HP 230 V | Wayne SEL50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 15 $5.78 per gpm ($948, 164 gpm at 10 ft) | 100 $1.92 per gpm ($230.64, 120 gpm at 10 ft) |
| Flow 20% | 92 164 gpm at 10 ft | 100 120 gpm at 10 ft |
| Lift 15% | 98 128 gpm at 20 ft | 55 33.3 gpm at 20 ft |
| Build 10% | 100 cast iron motor housing and volute | 0 plastic or composite housing |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Liberty Pumps LE102A2 1 HP 230 V | Wayne SEL50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Motor | 1 HP | 1/2 HP |
| Flow at 10 ft | 164 gpm | 120 gpm |
| Flow at 20 ft | 128 gpm | 33.3 gpm |
| Shutoff head | 39 ft | - |
| Solids | 2 in | 2 in |
| Discharge | 2 in | 2 in |
| Switch | Piggyback | Piggyback |
| Build | ||
| Cast iron | Yes | No |
| Voltage | 230 V | 115 V |
| Current | 8 A | - |
| Cord | 10 ft | 8 ft |
| Weight | 64 lb | 26 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |