For a budget sewage pump in a tight basin where a tethered float would not swing freely.
Amazon $251.03The Superior Pump 93511 (Vertical Float) is the better sewage ejector pump overall, rated 2.7 to 2.4. The Superior Pump 93511 (Vertical Float) leads on lift and value. The Superior Pump 93511 (Vertical Float) costs $43.94 less ($251.03 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 93511 (Vertical Float) for lift (25 gpm at 20 ft vs 8 gpm at 20 ft) and value ($4.18 per gpm ($251.03, 60 gpm at 10 ft) vs $4.76 per gpm ($294.97, 62 gpm at 10 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 93511 (Vertical Float) | Red Lion RL-WC50TA |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 41 $4.18 per gpm ($251.03, 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 93511 (Vertical Float) | 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 | Vertical | 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 | - |
