Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM vs Shurflo Aqua King II Premium 4.0

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Shurflo Aqua King II Premium 4.0 and the Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM are evenly matched, rated 2.8 and 2.8. The Shurflo Aqua King II Premium 4.0 costs $12.66 less ($236.33 vs $248.99).

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Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM vs Shurflo Aqua King II Premium 4.0

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4 GPM and up RV water pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightShurflo Aqua King II Premium 4.0Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM
Overall rating2.8/52.8/5
Value 25%11 $59.08 per GPM ($236.33, 4 GPM)8 $62.25 per GPM ($248.99, 4 GPM)
Flow 20%50 4 GPM rated open flow50 4 GPM rated open flow
Pressure 15%71 55 psi shut-off71 55 psi shut-off
Efficiency 10%43 0.40 GPM per amp (10 A max)43 0.40 GPM per amp (10 A max)
Features 15%65 internal bypass, runs dry without damage, thermal protection, strainer included65 internal bypass, runs dry without damage, thermal protection, strainer included
Warranty 15%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Shurflo Aqua King II Premium 4.0Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM
Performance
Rated open flow4 GPM4 GPM
Shut-off pressure55 psi55 psi
Max current draw10 A10 A
Price per GPM$59.08$62.25
Self-priming lift6 ft6 ft
Features
ControlPressure switchPressure switch
Diaphragm chambers44
Internal bypassYesYes
Runs dryYesYes
Thermal protectionYesYes
Strainer includedYesYes

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