Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V
A low-cost 1/2 HP submersible for wells with water within about 100 ft. Deeper wells need the 3/4 or 1 HP size.
Amazon $429.31$429.31
The Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V rates 3.2 among submersible, 1/2 HP well pumps; the Wayne SWS50 rates 3.2 among jet pumps ones. The Wayne SWS50 costs $130.05 less ($299.26 vs $429.31).
Wayne SWS50
#8 in Jet pumpsFull review
A budget 1/2 HP shallow well pump for a cabin or small home with water close to the surface.
Amazon $299.26$299.26
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (submersible, 1/2 HP and jet pumps), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V | Wayne SWS50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 37 $71.55 per gpm ($429.31, 6 gpm at 200 ft of head) | 46 $45.34 per gpm ($299.26, 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) |
| Flow 25% | 33 6 gpm at 200 ft of head | 32 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Housing 15% | 100 Stainless housing | 80 Cast iron housing |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V | Wayne SWS50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Submersible | Shallow jet |
| Motor | 1/2 HP | 1/2 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 6 gpm at 200 ft of head | 6.6 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Flow series | 12 gpm | - |
| Most head or depth | 212 ft | 25 ft |
| Electrical and build | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 115 V |
| Wiring | 2-wire | - |
| Current | 6 A | - |
| Housing | Stainless | Cast iron |
| Impellers | - | Thermoplastic |
| Discharge | 1.2 in | 1 in |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |