Why it matters
The SP550C has a tool-free detachable base, so it works as a pool cover pump in winter and a regular submersible pump the rest of the year. SEESII rates its 1/3 HP motor at up to 3,035 GPH and 30 ft of lift.
A water level sensor starts it at 2.5 in and stops it at 0.75 in. It comes with a debris net, adapters with a built-in check valve and a 25 ft cord.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Pool covers
- Flooded basements
- Ponds and hot tubs
Look elsewhere if
- Sewage
- Large debris
- Narrow pits
Pros and cons
Pros
- 2-in-1 design
- Auto sensor
- Debris net
Cons
- Newer brand
- Leaves 3/4 in
- Thin warranty info
Limitations to weigh
- On a pool cover, set the pump at the lowest point and keep the strainer clear of leaves.
- Rated flow is at little or no lift; through a garden hose or up a stairwell, expect much less.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Material | thermoplastic | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 7.08"L x 5.51"W x 8.46"H | Retailer |
| Max flow (maker) | 50 GPM | Retailer |
| Max head / lift (maker) | 30 ft | Retailer |
| Voltage | 115 V AC | Retailer |
| Horsepower | 1/3 HP | Retailer |
| Model number | SP550C-5E | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A flexible year-round pump.
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