Best Variable-Speed Pool Pumps Ranked

A low-cost, ENERGY STAR variable-speed pump for above-ground pools, for buyers who want the efficiency without paying for a big brand.

A Wi-Fi variable-speed pump for above-ground pools, for owners who want app scheduling and a long warranty.

A variable-speed above-ground pump with a built-in schedule, for Doheny’s shoppers outside California.

A budget two-speed pump with a scheduling remote, for above-ground pool owners who want hands-off speed changes for little money.

A budget two-speed pump with a scheduling remote, for above-ground pool owners who want hands-off speed changes for little money.

A small, very efficient dual-voltage pump for modest pools and simple replacements of an old 1 HP single-speed pump.

A mid-size dual-voltage replacement pump for typical backyard pools, best when a dealer is swapping out an old 1-1.5 HP pump.

A budget 2.2 HP variable-speed pump for larger pools on a 230 V circuit, when price matters more than app control or warranty.

A 2.2 HP smart pump for mid-size and larger pools, best for replacing a SuperFlo-size pump on either voltage.

For ordinary in-ground pools replacing a 1 to 1.5 HP pump, by owners who want app control and constant-flow filtering built into the pump.

For in-ground pools that need a bit more than a 1.5 HP pump, especially ones replacing an old WhisperFlo, where a simple keypad pump is enough.

A high-flow smart pump for big pools with water features on a Pentair-footprint pad; most pools need less.

Jandy’s large-body flagship for big custom pools, where flow and a huge basket matter more than footprint.

For large pools or pools with spas and water features, where an owner wants app control and constant-flow filtering without buying an automation system.

The largest Black+Decker in-ground pump, for big pools or heavy water features; smaller pools save more power with the 1.5 or 2.2 HP.