XtremepowerUS 1.5 HP ECO Variable Speed
#7 in In-GroundFull review
A low-cost ENERGY STAR pump to replace a 1 to 1.5 HP single-speed pump on a 230 V circuit, for owners happy with keypad control.
Amazon $499.95$499.95
3.3/5
A 2.2 HP pump for mid-size and larger pools with a heater or water feature, best for DIY buyers who want a five-year warranty without a dealer.
- 2.2 HPRated power
- 8WEF
- 30% aboveAbove ENERGY STAR minimum
- 230 VVoltage
- 5 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$1,199
Price checked October 27, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- More flow than the 1.5 HP for larger pools, heaters or water features
- Four-speed keypad schedule with a clock that survives power cuts
- Five-year warranty for any buyer, including DIY installs
Cons
- 230 V only
- No automation link or confirmed app control
- Costs about twice as much as XtremepowerUS or Aquastrong pumps of similar size
The Black+Decker VS In-Ground family
Every Black+Decker VS In-Ground model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own pool type.
| Model | Rated power | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 1.5 HP | 1.5 HP | 3.2/5 | $1,049 |
| BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 2.2 HP (this one) | 2.2 HP | 3.3/5 | $1,199 |
| BLACK+DECKER VS In-Ground 3 HP | 3 HP | 3.5/5 | $1,299 |
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 | BDXBTV24775 / BTIGV220SP |
|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | |
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 2.2 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 1.2 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 8 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 6.2 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
| Pump | |
| Voltage | 230 V |
| Speed range | 1,000 to 3,450 rpm |
| Pipe size | 2 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 23.4 × 11.5 × 13.1 in |
| Weight | 32 lb |
| Controls | |
| Built-in schedule | Yes |
| Freeze protection | No |
| Warranty and models | |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Warranty terms | 5-year limited warranty from Blue Torrent Pool Products, the same for any buyer (no dealer-install requirement in the manual); service via the Pump Service Center in Seaford, NY. |
| Also sold as | Blue Torrent BTIGV220SP |
| Released | 2026-01 |
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