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
The Wayne SPF33 is the better sump pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Wayne SPF33 leads on flow. The Red Lion RL-SP33V wins on warranty. The Red Lion RL-SP33V costs $13.21 less ($114.99 vs $128.20).
Red Lion RL-SP33V
#5 in Up to 1/3 HPFull review
For a narrow pit on a budget, where a light pump with good flow and a vertical float does the job.
Amazon $114.99$114.99
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 Wayne SPF33 for flow (2,718 GPH at 10 ft vs 2,366 GPH at 10 ft).
- Choose the Red Lion RL-SP33V for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | Wayne SPF33 | Red Lion RL-SP33V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $47.17 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($128.20, 2,718 GPH) | 83 $48.60 per 1,000 GPH at 10 ft ($114.99, 2,366 GPH) |
| Flow 30% | 81 2,718 GPH at 10 ft | 58 2,366 GPH at 10 ft |
| Build 20% | 33 switch fits a narrow pit | 33 switch fits a narrow pit |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Wayne SPF33 | Red Lion RL-SP33V | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Motor | 1/3 HP | 1/3 HP |
| Type | Submersible | Submersible |
| Flow at 10 ft | 2,718 GPH | 2,366 GPH |
| Flow at 0 ft | 3,750 GPH | 3,137 GPH |
| Max lift | 19 ft | 26 ft |
| Discharge | 1.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Running current | - | 4.4 A |
| Switch and build | ||
| Switch | Vertical float | Vertical float |
| Cast iron housing | No | No |
| Alarm or monitoring | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Cord length | 8 ft | 8 ft |
| Weight | 12 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |