XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP Variable Speed
#1 in Above-GroundFull review
A low-cost, ENERGY STAR variable-speed pump for above-ground pools, for buyers who want the efficiency without paying for a big brand.
Amazon $379.95$379.95
3.8/5
A Wi-Fi variable-speed pump for above-ground pools, for owners who want app scheduling and a long warranty.
- 1.5 HPRated power
- 10.2WEF
- 114% aboveAbove ENERGY STAR minimum
- 115/230 VVoltage
- 5 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$650
Price checked October 27, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Programmable four-speed schedule on the pump and in a phone app
- Runs on 115 or 230 V, so it swaps in for most old above-ground pumps
- 5-year warranty, longer than most above-ground pumps
Cons
- No freeze protection
- Sold mainly through one online retailer, at a high price for an above-ground pump
- Flow ratings are not published
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its pool type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BDXBTV24333 (BDX BT24333) |
|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | |
| Pump type | Above-ground (non-self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 1.5 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 0.4 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 10.2 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 4.8 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| Pump | |
| Voltage | 115/230 V |
| Speed range | 1,000 to 3,450 rpm |
| Pipe size | 1.5 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 22.6 × 9.8 × 11 in |
| Controls | |
| Built-in schedule | Yes |
| Freeze protection | No |
| Wi-Fi | Built in |
| App | Black+Decker |
| Warranty and models | |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Warranty terms | 5-year limited warranty from Blue Torrent Pool Products (the licensee), served through its pump service center or the retailer. |
| Also sold as | Blue Torrent JHVS15DBS, Blue Torrent JHVS15DBT |
| Released | 2025-10 |
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