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
The Wayne SEL50 rates 3.5 among up to 1/2 HP sewage ejector pumps; the Little Giant 15SC-CIA-RF rates 2.9 among 3/4 HP and up ones. The Wayne SEL50 costs $325.33 less ($230.64 vs $555.97).
Little Giant 15SC-CIA-RF
#4 in 3/4 HP and upFull review
For a basement apartment or a lift over 20 ft where a 1/2 HP pump runs out of head, without wiring a 230 V circuit.
Amazon $555.97$555.97
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 (up to 1/2 HP and 3/4 HP and up), 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 | Wayne SEL50 | Little Giant 15SC-CIA-RF |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $1.92 per gpm ($230.64, 120 gpm at 10 ft) | 26 $5.05 per gpm ($555.97, 110 gpm at 10 ft) |
| Flow 20% | 100 120 gpm at 10 ft | 25 110 gpm at 10 ft |
| Lift 15% | 55 33.3 gpm at 20 ft | 40 70 gpm at 20 ft |
| Build 10% | 0 plastic or composite housing | 100 cast iron motor housing and volute |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Wayne SEL50 | Little Giant 15SC-CIA-RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Motor | 1/2 HP | 3/4 HP |
| Flow at 10 ft | 120 gpm | 110 gpm |
| Flow at 20 ft | 33.3 gpm | 70 gpm |
| Shutoff head | - | 28 ft |
| Solids | 2 in | 2 in |
| Discharge | 2 in | 2 in |
| Switch | Piggyback | Piggyback |
| Build | ||
| Cast iron | No | Yes |
| Voltage | 115 V | 115 V |
| Current | - | 11 A |
| Cord | 8 ft | 20 ft |
| Weight | 26 lb | 43 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |