Pool Pumps

Compare pool pump and filter combos by pool size, filter type, flow rate, pump speed, plumbing, maintenance, and installation requirements.

Compare above-ground pool pumps by flow rate, pool size, speed type, plumbing, energy use, filtration compatibility, and installation needs.

Learn how pool pumps work, how to size one, and how GPM, RPM, runtime, plumbing resistance, and variable-speed technology affect performance.

Learn how swimming pool pumps, filters, heaters, salt systems, cleaners, and automation work together and how to choose equipment for your pool.

Learn how many GPM a variable-speed pool pump should run based on pool size, filtration, plumbing, equipment requirements, and circulation needs.

Learn how long to run a variable-speed pool pump each day based on pool volume, pump speed, filtration needs, weather, and other pool equipment.

Learn what RPM to run a variable-speed pool pump for everyday filtration, heating, cleaning, spas, and water features—and why the lowest workable speed is often the most efficient.

Best Variable-Speed Pool Pumps: How to Choose the Right One

Learn how much a variable-speed pool pump costs to run using pump wattage, runtime, electricity rates, and real-world operating examples.

Compare variable-speed and single-speed pool pumps, including energy use, noise, operating flexibility, upfront cost, and which type makes sense for your pool.

Learn how to size a variable-speed pool pump using pool volume, required flow, plumbing resistance, equipment requirements, and pump performance curves.