For most basements that want strong 1/2 HP cast iron flow at a modest price.
Amazon $180.19The Little Giant BSC50V is the better sump pump overall, rated 3.0 to 2.6. The Little Giant BSC50V leads on value and build. The Little Giant 10EC-CIA-SFS wins on flow and warranty. The Little Giant BSC50V costs $199.80 less ($180.19 vs $379.99).
For a deep basement or long discharge run where flow at 20 ft and beyond matters most.
Amazon $379.99Prices were last checked October 31, 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 Little Giant BSC50V for value ($60.06 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($180.19, 3,000 GPH) vs $111.11 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($379.99, 3,420 GPH)) and build (cast iron motor housing, switch fits a narrow pit vs cast iron motor housing).
- Choose the Little Giant 10EC-CIA-SFS for flow (3,420 GPH at 10 ft vs 3,000 GPH at 10 ft) and 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 1/2 HP and up sump pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Little Giant BSC50V | Little Giant 10EC-CIA-SFS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $60.06 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($180.19, 3,000 GPH) | 13 $111.11 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($379.99, 3,420 GPH) |
| Flow 30% | 20 3,000 GPH at 10 ft | 37 3,420 GPH at 10 ft |
| Build 20% | 67 cast iron motor housing, switch fits a narrow pit | 33 cast iron motor housing |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Little Giant BSC50V | Little Giant 10EC-CIA-SFS | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Motor | 1/2 HP | 1/2 HP |
| Type | Submersible | Submersible |
| Flow at 10 ft | 3,000 GPH | 3,420 GPH |
| Max lift | 28 ft | 36 ft |
| Discharge | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Running current | 5.3 A | 6.5 A |
| Switch and build | ||
| Switch | Vertical float | Tethered float |
| Cast iron housing | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm or monitoring | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Cord length | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| Weight | 20 lb | 29 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
