NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump vs Pacer SE2UL E5HCP

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Pacer SE2UL E5HCP is the better gas water pump overall, rated 3.7 to 3.3. The Pacer SE2UL E5HCP leads on flow. The NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump costs $138.01 less ($566.99 vs $705).

NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump vs Pacer SE2UL E5HCP

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.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 2 in gas water pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightPacer SE2UL E5HCPNorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump
Overall rating3.7/53.3/5
Value 30%63 $3.52 per gpm ($705, 200 gpm)64 $3.40 per gpm ($566.99, 166.8 gpm)
Flow 15%83 200 gpm maximum56 166.8 gpm maximum
Head 10%100 130 ft maximum head50 head not published (neutral score used)
Solids 15%50 solids size not published (neutral score used)30 passes solids up to 0.6 in
Warranty 30%50 warranty not published (neutral score used)50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

Pacer SE2UL E5HCPNorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump
Pumping
TypeClear waterSemi-trash
Ports2 in2 in
Maximum flow200 gpm166.8 gpm
Maximum head130 ft-
Suction lift25 ft23 ft
Largest solids-0.6 in
Engine and build
EngineHonda GX160, 163 cc-

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