Little Giant BSC50V
#10 in 1/2 HP and upFull review
For most basements that want strong 1/2 HP cast iron flow at a modest price.
Amazon $180.19$180.19
2.9/5
For a tight budget or a spare pump, where 1/2 HP flow matters more than a heavy cast iron body.
- 1/2 HPMotor
- 2,700 GPHFlow at 10 ft
- Vertical floatSwitch
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$124.95
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Cheap 1/2 HP pump that still moves about 2,700 gallons an hour at 10 ft
- Under 9 lb, so it is easy to lift out or keep as a spare
- Raised screened intake keeps grit off the impeller
- Vertical float can be unplugged to run the pump by hand
Cons
- Aluminum and plastic build is less durable than cast iron
- Short 8 ft cord
- Only a two year warranty and rated for water up to 95°F
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BSP50V (511251) |
|---|---|
| Pumping | |
| Motor | 1/2 HP |
| Type | Submersible |
| Flow at 10 ft | 2,700 GPH |
| Max lift | 26 ft |
| Discharge | 1.5 in |
| Running current | 6.5 A |
| Switch and build | |
| Switch | Vertical float |
| Cast iron housing | No |
| Alarm or monitoring | No |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Cord length | 8 ft |
| Weight | 8.6 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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