Little Giant 6EC-CIA-SFS
#3 in Up to 1/3 HPFull review
For a basement with a higher lift where a 1/3 HP pump with near 1/2 HP flow and a cast iron body is wanted.
Amazon $220.50$220.50
The Little Giant 6EC-CIA-SFS is the better sump pump overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Little Giant 6EC-CIA-SFS leads on warranty and flow. The Wayne SPF33 wins on value. The Wayne SPF33 costs $92.30 less ($128.20 vs $220.50).
Wayne SPF33
#4 in Up to 1/3 HPFull review
A light, low cost pump for a shallow basement with modest water. The 1 year warranty makes it a budget pick rather than a long term one.
Amazon $128.20$128.20
Prices 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 6EC-CIA-SFS for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and flow (3,000 GPH at 10 ft vs 2,718 GPH at 10 ft).
- Choose the Wayne SPF33 for value ($47.17 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($128.20, 2,718 GPH) vs $73.50 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($220.50, 3,000 GPH)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1/3 HP sump pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Little Giant 6EC-CIA-SFS | Wayne SPF33 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 48 $73.50 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($220.50, 3,000 GPH) | 86 $47.17 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($128.20, 2,718 GPH) |
| Flow 30% | 100 3,000 GPH at 10 ft | 81 2,718 GPH at 10 ft |
| Build 20% | 33 cast iron motor housing | 33 switch fits a narrow pit |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Little Giant 6EC-CIA-SFS | Wayne SPF33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Motor | 1/3 HP | 1/3 HP |
| Type | Submersible | Submersible |
| Flow at 10 ft | 3,000 GPH | 2,718 GPH |
| Flow at 0 ft | - | 3,750 GPH |
| Max lift | 28 ft | 19 ft |
| Discharge | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Running current | 5 A | - |
| Switch and build | ||
| Switch | Tethered float | Vertical float |
| Cast iron housing | Yes | No |
| Alarm or monitoring | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Cord length | 10 ft | 8 ft |
| Weight | 28 lb | 12 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |