Speck BADU Pro-V VS 2.7 HP
#16 in Large PoolsFull review
A high-flow 2.7 HP replacement for large pools, for pros who want a pump that bolts into existing Hayward or Pentair plumbing.
INYO Pools $2,362.99 Speck (find a dealer)$2,362.99
The Speck BADU Pro-V VS 2.7 HP rates 2.8 among large pools pool pumps; the Speck BADU Pro-IV VS 2.25 HP rates 2.6 among in-ground ones. The Speck BADU Pro-IV VS 2.25 HP costs $263 less ($2,099.99 vs $2,362.99).
Speck BADU Pro-IV VS 2.25 HP
#32 in In-GroundFull review
A middle size for pools that need more than 1.65 HP, but most buyers do better with the ENERGY STAR Pro-V for rebates.
INYO Pools $2,099.99 Speck (find a dealer)$2,099.99
Prices were last checked October 27, 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 pool type classes (large pools and in-ground), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own pool type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Speck BADU Pro-V VS 2.7 HP | Speck BADU Pro-IV VS 2.25 HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 47 WEF 7.8, 34% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 38 WEF 7.6, 29% above the ENERGY STAR minimum for its size |
| Value 25% | 27 $2,363 for 2.7 HP ($875 per HP) | 24 $2,100 for 2.2 HP ($933 per HP) |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Controls 15% | 30 Built-in schedule | 30 Built-in schedule |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Speck BADU Pro-V VS 2.7 HP | Speck BADU Pro-IV VS 2.25 HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | ||
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 2.7 HP | 2.2 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 1.4 HP | 1.4 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 7.8 kgal/kWh | 7.6 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 5.8 kgal/kWh | 5.9 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes | No |
| Pump | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Speed range | 600 to 3,450 rpm | 600 to 3,450 rpm |
| Maximum flow | 167 gpm | 160 gpm |
| Pipe size | 2 in | 2 in |
| Controls | ||
| Built-in schedule | Yes | Yes |
| Freeze protection | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty terms | Speck limited warranty: 2 years from purchase (no more than 3 years from factory shipment), repair, replace or refund, no labor; it is conditional on installation by a qualified pool professional and a licensed electrician, so a DIY install voids it. | Speck limited warranty: 2 years from purchase (no more than 3 years from factory shipment), repair, replace or refund, no labor; it is conditional on installation by a qualified pool professional and a licensed electrician, so a DIY install voids it. |
| Released | 2020-12 | - |