Hayward TriStar VS 940
#9 in Large PoolsFull review
A 4 HP TriStar for large pools with heavy water-feature loads; for an ordinary pool a TriStar VS 900 or 950 uses less power.
Hayward (find a dealer)
2.9/5
Only for large or feature-heavy pools on 2.5 to 3 in plumbing that need more flow than a 3 HP IntelliFlo3 can give.
- 4 HPRated power
- 5.6WEF
- 15% aboveAbove ENERGY STAR minimum
- 230 VVoltage
- 220 gpmMax flow
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$1,999.71
Price checked October 27, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Very high flow for big pools, slides, negative edges and large water features
- Holds a set flow rate as the filter loads up
- Plumbs straight to 2.5 or 3 in pipe
- 3-year warranty when a pro installs it
Cons
- Lowest certified efficiency here (WEF 5.6) and not ENERGY STAR certified
- 230 V only
- No Wi-Fi or app without a Pentair automation system
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 | 022056 |
|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | |
| Pump type | In-ground (self-priming) |
| Motor | Variable speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 4 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 2.1 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 5.6 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 4.9 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | No |
| Pump | |
| Voltage | 230 V |
| Speed range | 450 to 3,450 rpm |
| Maximum flow | 220 gpm |
| Pipe size | 2.5 in |
| Size (W × D × H) | 24.9 × 11.7 × 14.1 in |
| Controls | |
| Built-in schedule | Yes |
| Freeze protection | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Automation compatibility | Pentair EasyTouch, Pentair IntelliTouch, Pentair IntelliComm |
| Warranty and models | |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Warranty terms | Pentair lists the IntelliFlo VSF and IntelliFloXF VSF at 3 years, parts and labor when professionally installed from a dealer, pool builder or service company. Bought online it is 1 year, parts only. |
| Also sold as | Sta-Rite IntelliProXF VSF (023056) |
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