Little Giant BSP50V vs Red Lion RL-SP50T

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Little Giant BSP50V is the better sump pump overall, rated 2.9 to 2.6. The Little Giant BSP50V leads on build and value. The Little Giant BSP50V costs $13.02 less ($124.95 vs $137.97).

Little Giant BSP50V vs Red Lion RL-SP50T

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?

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 weightLittle Giant BSP50VRed Lion RL-SP50T
Overall rating2.9/52.6/5
Value 30%88 $46.28 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($124.95, 2,700 GPH)79 $51.16 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($137.97, 2,697 GPH)
Flow 30%8 2,700 GPH at 10 ft8 2,697 GPH at 10 ft
Build 20%33 switch fits a narrow pit0 none of the three
Warranty 20%25 2-year warranty25 2-year warranty

Specifications

Little Giant BSP50VRed Lion RL-SP50T
Pumping
Motor1/2 HP1/2 HP
TypeSubmersibleSubmersible
Flow at 10 ft2,700 GPH2,697 GPH
Flow at 0 ft-3,523 GPH
Max lift26 ft26 ft
Discharge1.5 in1.5 in
Running current6.5 A6.5 A
Switch and build
SwitchVertical floatTethered float
Cast iron housingNoNo
Alarm or monitoringNoNo
Wi-FiNoNo
Cord length8 ft8 ft
Weight8.6 lb-
Warranty2 years2 years

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