Red Lion RJS-100-PREM
#1 in Jet pumpsFull review
The pick for a shallow well that has to feed a large home or irrigation as well as the house.
Amazon $460.60$460.60
The Red Lion RJS-100-PREM is the better well pump overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The Red Lion RJS-100-PREM leads on warranty and value. The Red Lion RJS-100-PREM costs $237.35 less ($460.60 vs $697.95).
Sta-Rite SNE-L
#9 in Jet pumpsFull review
A solid cast iron shallow jet for family homes with water within 25 ft that want strong flow at normal house pressure.
Amazon $697.95$697.95
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?
- Choose the Red Lion RJS-100-PREM for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($35.98 per gpm ($460.60, 12.8 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) vs $52.88 per gpm ($697.95, 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every jet pumps well pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Red Lion RJS-100-PREM | Sta-Rite SNE-L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $35.98 per gpm ($460.60, 12.8 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) | 35 $52.88 per gpm ($697.95, 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) |
| Flow 25% | 100 12.8 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi | 100 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Housing 15% | 80 Cast iron housing | 80 Cast iron housing |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Red Lion RJS-100-PREM | Sta-Rite SNE-L | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Shallow jet | Shallow jet |
| Motor | 1 HP | 1 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 12.8 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi | 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Most head or depth | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Electrical and build | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Current | 8.8 A | 7.4 A |
| Housing | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Impellers | Glass-filled thermoplastic | Thermoplastic |
| Discharge | 1 in | 1 in |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |