Best VS Pool Pump of 2024

Which is the best Variable Speed (VS) swimming pool pump?

While I definitely have my preferences, pinpointing the best VS pool pump is like trying to select the best SUV or full-size truck. Each model has its advantages and drawbacks. In my view, the best VS pump for you ultimately depends on your specific situation.



For example, if your pool equipment pad operates on 115V (120V), the ideal VS pump will likely be one that matches your old 1 hp pump. Let me explain why. VS pumps feature Dual Voltage, meaning they automatically adjust to either 115V or 230V based on your existing setup. If you install a 2.7 THP Hayward TriStar VS pump on a 115V pad, the pump will automatically adjust to 115V, but it will also reduce the horsepower to around 1.85 THP. So, why spend extra on a 2.7 or 3 THP pump if a 1.5 or 1.65 THP model will do the job just as well?

The situation gets more complicated when you have an automated system like Jandy Aqualink. If you're replacing a single-speed pump, I highly recommend sticking with a Jandy VS pump. Not because it's necessarily superior, but because it's more logical to match the pump with the same brand of automation—just like choosing LG appliances for your kitchen remodel.

The same rule applies if you have Hayward or Pentair automation: it makes sense to choose a pump from the same brand, such as Hayward or Pentair, for compatibility and smooth integration.

Now, if you don't have an automated system, matching the horsepower (HP) of your current pump with the total horsepower (THP) of the VS pump is a good approach. For instance, if you’re replacing a 1 hp single-speed pump, a 1 THP, 1.5 THP, or 1.65 THP VS pump would work well. For a 1.5 hp pump, you could opt for a 1.5 THP, 1.65 THP, or 1.85 THP VS pump. And for a 2 hp pump, a 2.7 THP or 3 THP VS pump would be suitable.

In the first two examples, the Pentair Superflo VST is a great choice—reliable, easy to program, and efficient. For a 2.7 THP pump, consider models like the Leslie’s Jacuzzi JVS 2.7 THP or the Pentair Intelliflo 3 THP.

Ultimately, choosing the best VS pump is situational. And to be honest, all major brands—Hayward, Pentair, Jandy—make excellent pumps, so selecting one is often akin to choosing an SUV from brands like Lexus, BMW, or Mercedes. There’s not much that separates them, so it really comes down to your specific needs.




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