Contents
- Expert selection
- How to choose a pool pump
- Popular questions and answers
The “iron” rule for the owner of the pool at their summer cottage is that stagnant water in it is categorically unacceptable. To prevent stagnant water and its constant circulation, a pool pump is used.
The best pumps for swimming pools are equipped with filters and have great functionality, they allow not only to purify the water, but also prevent the spread of algae, allergens, lime on the bottom. Some manufacturers supplement the devices with the functions of a waterfall, jacuzzi effect, water massage. Pool pumps are divided into two main groups:
- With prefilter. Function: circulation and filtration of water in the pool. Pumps cope with water purification from small debris, removal of large contaminants provides a sand filter.
- Without prefilter. These are pressure pumps that are installed in artificial water movement systems, countercurrents, water guns, waterfalls and other water attractions.
The main parameters of the devices are: flow (the volume of water supplied to the pipeline per unit time), pressure, efficiency or useful power of the device.
Healthy Food Near Me turned to an expert – Marina Altukhova, Head of Competence Development Projects in the Garden category, Leroy Merlin for help in choosing the best pool pump model available on the market.
Expert selection
Intex SF90220-1
This pump is the optimal solution for stationary pools with a volume of 5 m3 and more. The presence of a built-in timer allows you to program the start and stop time of the pump. Existing six-position valve with functions of washing sand, water discharge, rinsing the system and dissolving chemicals in water (closed cycle). The manometer determines the pressure in the pump tank. The necessary connecting hoses are supplied with the pump. To fill the tank of this pump, you need 12 kg of quartz sand. Do not forget to purchase a drainage pump to replace and pump water from the pool.
Features
| Manufacturer country | China |
| Performance | 4500 l / h |
| Power Consumption | 190 W |
| Packing dimensions | 600h400h330 mm |
| Sand tank | 12 kg |
| The weight | 12.22 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
Top 10 Best Swimming Pool Pumps of 2022 by KP
1. Calpeda SPA 21/A
Powerful pump with good waterproof insulation and high corrosion resistance. The main parts of the pump are made of stainless chromium-nickel steel. Allows you to apply a higher liquid temperature compared to competitors. The asynchronous two-pole motor has a reduced noise level.
It is used for both private and small, as well as large complexes, water parks and sports facilities, medical hydromassage equipment and conventional hot tubs.
Features
| Manufacturer country | Italy |
| Performance | 16 cubic meters m. in time |
| Power Consumption | 550 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 60 ° C |
| Max head | 14.5 meters |
| Protection class | IPX5 |
| Packing dimensions | 371h191h158 mm |
| The weight | 9 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
2. Calpeda MPC 51
Another self-priming pump from a reliable Italian manufacturer. The long working life of these pumps is ensured by the water protection system and the built-in water purification filter. The scope of the pump is very wide. It is perfect for both private use and full-fledged filtration of water tourist and sports complexes. Suitable for pumping clear or slightly polluted water with suspended solids in swimming pool filtration systems. A distinctive feature is the required supply voltage of 380 V.
Features
| Manufacturer country | Italy |
| Performance | 30 cubic meters m. in time |
| Power Consumption | 1100 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 60 ° C |
| Max head | 11 meters |
| Protection class | IPX5 |
| Packing dimensions | 600h302h250 mm |
| The weight | 17,5 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
3. Bestway 58462
Suspended cartridge-type filtering unit for home inflatable and frame pools with a volume of 1100 to 20500 liters. Suspension allows you to adjust the installation height. The internal skimmer basket provides primary water filtration and prevents small debris, dry leaves and other debris from entering the filtration system. This increases the efficiency of water purification and extends the life of the filter itself. For effective maintenance of the pool, it is recommended to rinse the cartridges several times a week.
Features
| Manufacturer country | China |
| Performance | 2574 liters per hour |
| Maximum throughput | 2.6 cubic meters m. in time |
| Power Consumption | 48 W |
| Packing size | 48 cm x 33 cm x 49 cm |
| Placement | indoor on board the pool |
| The weight | 5.6 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
4. Leo XKP-2204
Powerful pump with a capacity of 500 liters per minute at a pressure of 7 meters, a coarse filter is included. The device is protected from overheating, the operation is fully automated. The strong case reliably protects from mechanical damages and from corrosion. Designed for water recycling in private swimming pools and landscape fountains, and can also be used for light industry.
Features
| Manufacturer country | China |
| Performance | 500 liters per minute |
| Power | 2200 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 35 ° C |
| Max head | 18 meters |
| Working depth | 3,5 meters |
| Protection class | IPX5 |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 278h583h190 |
| The weight | 18 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
5. Poolmagic SPS 50
This pre-filter pump is an alternative to heavy bronze and cast iron pumps. Sufficiently comfortable in terms of noise level motor. Domestic pumps have a certificate of compliance with the requirements of the technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union, which means that they are absolutely safe if the rules of use are observed.
Features
| Manufacturer country | Our Country |
| Performance | 4.5 cubic meters m. in time |
| Power Consumption | 250 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 35 ° C |
| Max head | 4 meters |
| Protection class | IPX5 |
| Noise level | 73 dB |
| The weight | 7.5 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
6. Poolmagic CPS 40-2
These pumps without a pre-filter are purchased for the circulation of water in the circuit of the attraction systems of pools and hot tubs. They have a high class of electrical protection and water protection. High-quality components will ensure long and trouble-free operation of the pumps, as well as high resistance to corrosion, UV rays and chemicals.
Features
| Manufacturer country | Our Country |
| Performance | 10 cubic meters m. in time |
| Power Consumption | 200 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 35 ° C |
| Max head | 6.5 meters |
| Protection class | IPX5 |
| Noise level | 73 dB |
| The weight | 7.5 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
7. Intex 28638
An externally connected cartridge filter pump with a capacity of 3785 liters per hour is suitable for owners of Intex collapsible pools. Among the selected models, it has the lowest price, but paper cartridges cost about 400 rubles. enough for about 2-3 weeks. Apart from water filtration, it has no additional functions. It is connected to regular openings of the pool by means of two corrugated hoses (are delivered in a set).
Features
| Manufacturer country | China |
| Performance | 3785 liters per hour |
| Power Consumption | 130 W |
| Protection class | no additional protection |
| Placement | external |
| The weight | 3.67 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
8. Mayer swimming pool LX SmP020
Centrifugal pump with pre-filter, thermoplastic housing and stainless steel motor. The maximum volume of the water tank that the pump can serve is 16 liters. Can be used in mariculture systems (breeding of seaweed, fish, mollusks, crustaceans in artificial conditions). For normal operation, the pump must always be filled with water. It is recommended to install on a pedestal with a height of at least 000 mm, followed by fixing the pump to the pedestal. It should not work 100 hours a day in total and the continuous operation of the pump should be no more than 12 hours in a row.
Features
| Manufacturer country | China |
| Performance | 7 cubic m per time |
| Power Consumption | 250 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 50 ° C |
| Packing dimensions | 437h161h204 mm |
| Max head | 4 meters |
| Protection class | IP55 |
Advantages and disadvantages
9. Emaux SS 020
Inexpensive and high-quality pump, designed for use in the filtration systems of home pools and spa pools. The pump housing and all its parts are made of stainless materials. The model differs in low energy consumption and silent work. As with the previous model, a constant supply of pumped water is required for normal operation.
Features
| Manufacturer country | China |
| Performance | 5,5 cubic m per time |
| Power Consumption | 280 W |
| Maximum water temperature | 45 ° C |
| Max head | 4 meters |
| Dimensions | 507h211h340 mm |
| Protection class | IP55 |
| The weight | 6.2 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
10. Ryobi ONE+ R18TP
The surface accumulator pump allows it to be used not only in swimming pools, but also in any other places where it is necessary to increase the pressure, for example, in irrigation systems, pumping water from flooded areas, etc., however, it is not suitable for drinking water. One battery charge with a capacity of 5 Ah is enough to pump up to 1000 liters of water. Water is pumped out through the hoses included in the kit.
Features
| Manufacturer country | Japan |
| Performance | 1500 liters per hour |
| Maximum water temperature | 35 ° C |
| Max head | 14 meters |
| Dimensions | 340h250h200 mm |
| Protection class | IPX4 |
| Noise level | 91 dB |
| The weight | 1,47 kg |
Advantages and disadvantages
How to choose a pool pump
Marina Altukhova, project manager for the development of competencies in the category “Garden” “Leroy Merlin” believes that two key factors are needed to keep pool water clean:
1. High-quality filtration and water circulation.
2. High-quality preparations for water disinfection.
For the filtration function, there are special filter pumps that are connected to the pool. Their task is to drive water through themselves so that it does not stagnate and filter from small particles that will always be present in the water during operation. It is necessary to circulate the entire volume of water in the pool at least once a day.
Popular questions and answers
Example
Filter pump capacity 3 m3/hour. You have a pool with a height of 3.66 cm and a diameter of 1 m. This means that its volume will be 3,7 m3 of water. Accordingly, this pump model will drive almost the entire volume of the pool in 1 hour. In this case, this pump fits perfectly, because its performance will allow you to turn on the pump once a day for 1 hour, saving electricity and not driving water for a long time. If the volume of the pool is larger, but this pump model will have to work longer. The most important thing is that the pump completely pumps through itself the entire volume of water in the pool.
1. Cartridge pumps. In them, water passes through the cartridge, on which impurities remain, it must be changed once a week so that the filtration is at the proper level.
2. sand pumps. Water under pressure passes through the sand placed in the body of the unit, cleaning is more efficient than in cartridge systems. To date, this is one of the most modern and effective methods of cleaning and circulating water in pools: you only need to turn on the device, and the entire system is flushed, and dirty water leaves through a separate valve. Three minutes – and the pump is again frequent and ready to work! In addition, there is no need to replace consumables – this system has an automatic sand washing function.
As for sand, quartz sand No. 20 or glass sand with a particle size of 0.45 to 0.85 mm, used for water treatment, is suitable here (it is available on construction markets and is inexpensive). Sand does not need to be changed during the season – it will last for several years of operation. Sand filter pumps are primarily relevant in overall pools, with a water volume of 5 m3. They are distinguished by high power: they allow you to drive a large volume of water quickly and with low noise in a short time.