Sta-Rite SNE-L
#9 in Jet pumpsFull review
A solid cast iron shallow jet for family homes with water within 25 ft that want strong flow at normal house pressure.
Amazon $697.95$697.95
The Sta-Rite SNE-L is the better well pump overall, rated 3.2 to 2.6. The Sta-Rite SNE-L leads on flow and value. The Sta-Rite SND-L costs $138.95 less ($559 vs $697.95).
Sta-Rite SND-L
#11 in Jet pumpsFull review
A good-value cast iron shallow jet for homes with water within 25 ft that need moderate flow.
Amazon $559$559
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Sta-Rite SNE-L for flow (13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi vs 8.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) and value ($52.88 per gpm ($697.95, 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) vs $68.17 per gpm ($559, 8.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every jet pumps well pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Sta-Rite SNE-L | Sta-Rite SND-L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 35 $52.88 per gpm ($697.95, 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) | 18 $68.17 per gpm ($559, 8.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi) |
| Flow 25% | 100 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi | 52 8.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Housing 15% | 80 Cast iron housing | 80 Cast iron housing |
| Warranty 30% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Sta-Rite SNE-L | Sta-Rite SND-L | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Shallow jet | Shallow jet |
| Motor | 1 HP | 3/4 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 13.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi | 8.2 gpm at 20 ft to water at 40 psi |
| Most head or depth | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Electrical and build | ||
| Voltage | 230 V | 230 V |
| Current | 7.4 A | 6.1 A |
| Housing | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Impellers | Thermoplastic | Thermoplastic |
| Discharge | 1 in | 1 in |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |