Hayward AquaRite S3 15K
#2 in In-GroundFull review
Hayward’s current dealer-installed salt system for small in-ground pools, with a salt readout and pump control built in.
3.8/5
A dealer-installed salt system for mid-size in-ground pools that want a longer warranty than the S3 and already have, or don’t need, automation.
- 25,000 galRated pool size
- 2,700 to 3,400 ppm (ideal 3,200)Salt level
- 4 yearsWarranty
See it at Hayward
No store we check sells it online; the maker lists where to buy or who installs it.
Pros
- Four-year warranty, a year longer than most Hayward salt systems
- Shows the salt level and stops in cold water, protecting the cell
- Runs under Hayward Pro Logic, Pentair IntelliTouch or Polaris Eos automation
Cons
- No Wi-Fi or app without separate automation
- Sold only through pool dealers, so prices vary by store
- Narrow salt range (2,700 to 3,400 ppm) to keep in check
The Hayward AquaRite 900 family
Every Hayward AquaRite 900 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own pool type.
| Model | Rated pool size | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward AquaRite 925 (this one) | 25,000 gal | 3.8/5 | $1,899.99 |
| Hayward AquaRite 940 | 40,000 gal | 3.6/5 | $2,199.99 |
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 | AQR925 |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Pool type | In-ground |
| Rated pool size (maker) | 25,000 gal |
| Salt level | 2,700 to 3,400 ppm (ideal 3,200) |
| NSF/ANSI 50 certified | Yes |
| Cell | |
| Replacement cell | TCELL925 |
| Self-cleaning | Yes |
| Plumbing size | 2 in |
| Controls | |
| Salt level readout | Yes |
| Flow sensing | Flow switch |
| Cold-water shutoff | Yes |
| Boost mode | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Automation compatibility | Hayward Pro Logic, Pentair IntelliTouch, Polaris Eos |
| Voltage | 120/240 V |
| Warranty and models | |
| Warranty | 4 years |
| Warranty terms | Manual (effective 02/12/16) and brochure: 4 years on AquaRite 900 series, residential, original owner; accessories 1 year, commercial use 1 year. Hayward's product page lists 3 years parts and 1 year labor. No labor or shipping under the manual's terms. |
| Released | 2020-03 |
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