For a budget replacement in a single basement bathroom with a modest lift, from a 2 in basin with room for a tethered float.
Amazon $199.99The Superior Pump 93501 is the better sewage ejector pump overall, rated 2.9 to 2.4. The Superior Pump 93501 leads on value and lift. The Superior Pump 93501 costs $94.98 less ($199.99 vs $294.97).
For a short basement lift where a cast iron pump under $300 from a known brand is the goal.
Amazon $294.97Prices 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 Superior Pump 93501 for value ($3.33 per gpm ($199.99, 60 gpm at 10 ft) vs $4.76 per gpm ($294.97, 62 gpm at 10 ft)) and lift (25 gpm at 20 ft vs 8 gpm at 20 ft).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1/2 HP sewage ejector pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Superior Pump 93501 | Red Lion RL-WC50TA |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 59 $3.33 per gpm ($199.99, 60 gpm at 10 ft) | 31 $4.76 per gpm ($294.97, 62 gpm at 10 ft) |
| Flow 20% | 25 60 gpm at 10 ft | 28 62 gpm at 10 ft |
| Lift 15% | 42 25 gpm at 20 ft | 13 8 gpm at 20 ft |
| Build 10% | 100 cast iron motor housing and volute | 100 cast iron motor housing and volute |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Superior Pump 93501 | Red Lion RL-WC50TA | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Motor | 1/2 HP | 1/2 HP |
| Flow at 10 ft | 60 gpm | 62 gpm |
| Flow at 20 ft | 25 gpm | 8 gpm |
| Shutoff head | 25 ft | 22 ft |
| Solids | 2 in | 2 in |
| Discharge | 2 in | 2 in |
| Switch | Piggyback | Piggyback |
| Build | ||
| Cast iron | Yes | Yes |
| Voltage | 115 V | 115 V |
| Current | 7.6 A | 9 A |
| Cord | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| Weight | - | 33.5 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
