VIVOHOME 2 HP Dual Speed VH1896
#4 in Above-GroundFull review
A budget two-speed pump with a scheduling remote, for above-ground pool owners who want hands-off speed changes for little money.
Amazon $269.99$269.99
3.0/5
A cheap scheduled multi-speed pump for above-ground pools, though true variable-speed models use much less power.
- 1.5 HPRated power
- 5.8WEF
- 19% aboveAbove ENERGY STAR minimum
- 115 VVoltage
Check price at Amazon$279.99
Price checked October 27, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Touch panel schedules three speeds through the day
- Low price for a pump sold as variable speed
Cons
- DOE rates it only WEF 5.8, about half the efficiency of the best above-ground variable-speed pumps
- No published warranty term or spec sheet
- No Wi-Fi or app
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 | VH1736 (VH1736-BK, VH1736-BK-N1) |
|---|---|
| Efficiency ratings | |
| Pump type | Above-ground (non-self-priming) |
| Motor | Multi speed |
| Rated horsepower (DOE) | 1.5 HP |
| Hydraulic horsepower (DOE) | 0.4 HP |
| Weighted energy factor (WEF) | 5.8 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR minimum for its size | 4.9 kgal/kWh |
| ENERGY STAR certified | No |
| Pump | |
| Voltage | 115 V |
| Controls | |
| Built-in schedule | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
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