9 best drainage pumps

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

In country houses, where there are no such benefits of civilization as water supply and central sewerage, you cannot do without a pump in everyday life. With their help, it is possible to extract water from wells and wells, to drain a flooded basement, to organize watering of plants in a garden or vegetable garden. Even drainage pumps can even clean some septic tanks. A wide range of water pumps is presented on the domestic market, which differ in price, performance and design. Some expert advice will help you make the right choice.

How to choose a drainage pump

1. Power. One of the most important indicators of any pump is the power of the electric motor. It directly affects the performance of the unit. For domestic needs, the power indicator rarely exceeds 1 kW.
2. A type. Drainage pumps are submersible and surface. If the first type looks more profitable when lifting water from a well or well, but it is more convenient to monitor and maintain units standing in a protected dry room.
3. Bandwidth. The choice of pump is influenced by such an indicator as throughput. Household models are capable of pumping up to 15 cubic meters of water per hour, although it is possible to water the beds with a capacity of 0.4-0.6 cubic meters. m.
4. Maximum head. When the main task of the pump is to raise water from a well or well, you should pay attention to such a characteristic as the maximum pressure. The deeper the water source, the more pressure the pump should have (8-50 m).
5. The amount of particles passed. Users often have to pump dirty water. In this case, it is enough to look at the amount of particles passed to determine the purpose of the pump. If the size of the filtered particles reaches 30-35 mm, then dirty water will not damage the pump.
6. Protection. Many manufacturers equip their products with a range of protective options. The homeowner does not have to monitor the water level in the well or pool if there is a float switch. Overheating protection helps prevent the electric motor from breaking down for a long time. Some pumps fail when there is no water available. Dry-running protection solves this problem.
7. The quality of the materials. An important factor in the reliability and durability of the pump is the quality of the materials used. To increase the strength of the plastic, it is reinforced with fiberglass, but stainless steel remains the most durable and wear-resistant material. Only the use of this steel negatively affects the price of the pump.
8. Each buyer must decide for himself with the choice of the manufacturer. Someone trusts only well-known foreign brands. But Russian manufacturers also have good models.

Our review includes 9 of the best drainage pumps. When selecting applicants, the opinion of experts and user reviews were taken into account.

Rating of the best drainage pumps

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Submersible Drainage Pumps	1	Grundfos Unilift KP 250-AV1	RUB 16 600
	2	Pedrollo TOP 3	9 304 rub.
	3	AL-KO Dive 6300/4	RUB 7,990
	4	Pedrollo TOP 2	7 260 RUB
	5	VORTEX DN-900	RUB 3,240
	6	Quattro Elementi Drenaggio 550 F	RUB 2,920
Best surface drainage pumps	1	GARDENA 60006E LCD inox Premium	RUB 25,100
	2	AL-KO Jet 3000 Classic	RUB 3 687
	3	STAVR NP-800	RUB 2,989

Best Submersible Drainage Pumps

To extract water from wells and wells, submersible pumps are most often used. Since they are completely or partially submerged in water, the first place is the tightness of the case. Such models are afraid of the lack of water, but in many devices manufacturers install dry running protection. The experts praised the capabilities of several drainage pumps.

Grundfos Unilift KP 250-AV1

Rating: 4.9

The single-stage submersible pump Grundfos Unilift KP 250-AV1 can cope with a variety of problems. He is capable of pumping both clean water from a well and polluted liquid from reservoirs or flooded basements. Experts note the thoughtfulness of the design; in the process of pumping, the electric motor is cooled. Even with incomplete immersion, it is permissible to pump liquids. Thanks to the vertical float with a switch, it is possible to automate the operation of the pump. All parts of the drainage pump that come into contact with water are made of stainless steel, which makes the model durable. The device becomes the winner of our rating.

Users appreciate the ease of maintenance and the 10 m cable can be easily replaced thanks to the plug connector.

Advantages

• thoughtful design;
• quick-detachable filter;
• power cord with plug connector;
• reliability and durability.

disadvantages

• high price.

Pedrollo TOP 3

Rating: 4.8

The Pedrollo TOP 3 single-channel drainage pump is designed for pumping relatively clean water (the size of filtered particles is 10 mm). It is easy to operate, due to which it can be used to lift water from wells or for continuous operation of fountains. The immersion depth of the pump is limited to 5 m, and the power of the electric motor (550 W) is enough to generate a pressure of 10.5 m. The body of the device is made of reinforced technopolymer, the same material is used for the manufacture of the suction grille and impeller. In this regard, the pump loses to the winner of the rating, taking second place.

Users note the presence of a float switch in the kit, the duration of continuous operation. Of the minuses, there is a short non-separable wire (5 m).

Advantages

• high-quality manufacturing;
• long-term continuous work;
• ease of use;
• thermal protection.

disadvantages

• short cord;
• polymer body.

AL-KO Dive 6300/4

Rating: 4.7

The AL-KO Dive 6300/4 submersible pump is distinguished by its high performance. It has the most powerful electric motor (1000 W) and the highest head (40 m). The pump is used both for lifting water from wells and in integrated irrigation systems. Experts consider the device one of the best pumps for summer residents; it successfully combines the advantages of submersible and garden models. The drain pump is equipped with a 10 m long electric cable and the weight of the product is 10 kg. A 4-level sealing system is responsible for the reliability and durability of work. To protect the insides of the pump, a stainless steel sieve is installed at the inlet.

The sump pump is ranked in the top three for versatility. Of the shortcomings, users note a flimsy check valve.

Advantages

• Beautiful design;
• high performance;
• silent work;
• universality of application.

disadvantages

• unreliable check valve.

Pedrollo TOP 2

Rating: 4.7

The Pedrollo TOP 2 model is an excellent multifunctional pump. It can be used for pumping liquid from the drainage tank of a septic tank, irrigating household plots, removing melt water from basements, etc. Solid particles no more than 10 mm in size can pass through the pump. Experts note low power consumption (370 W) and good throughput (13.2 cubic meters per hour). The model is lightweight (5 kg), the maximum immersion depth is limited to 5 m.

Most users use a pump in a sewer station. It has served some owners for more than 4 years, while others complain about low reliability. The float sensor often fails. Therefore, the pump is located below the rating winners.

Advantages

• multifunctionality;
• economical energy consumption;
• good bandwidth;
• light weight.

disadvantages

• unreliable float sensor.

VORTEX DN-900

Rating: 4.6

The Russian-Chinese submersible pump VORTEX DN-900 can work with dirty water (the size of the filtered particles is 35 mm). Therefore, it is used for pumping melt water from basements, for pumping liquids from septic tanks, etc. The model stands out from its competitors with its high power (900 W) and record throughput (15.5 cubic meters per hour). For long-term operation, the manufacturer has equipped the pump not only with protection against dry running, but also against overheating. A float mechanism is installed inside the housing, which makes the design compact.

The set of good technical characteristics did not allow the pump to take a place in the leading three of the rating. Users are dissatisfied with the short service life, problems with repairs, a leaky housing.

Advantages

• high power;
• good bandwidth;
• overheat protection;
• internal float mechanism.

disadvantages

• leaky body;
• fragility of work.

Quattro Elementi Drenaggio 550 F

Rating: 4.5

The submersible pump Quattro Elementi Drenaggio 550 F is offered to domestic consumers at the most affordable price. The Italian manufacturer managed to achieve price attractiveness by transferring the assembly to China. The device looks reasonably balanced, with a 550W electric motor and 10cc throughput. m / h, you can pump dirty water with a solid particle size up to 35 mm. The pump is equipped with a handle for ease of transfer; a float switch is designed to control the water level. The device looks compact, its weight is only 5.2 kg. The drain pump closes the top six in our ranking.

Users use the model in a rather harsh environment where weaknesses appear. This is a plastic case, a short wire (5 m), and also a Chinese assembly.

Advantages

• low price;
• large size of filtered particles;
• lightness and compactness.

disadvantages

• plastic case;
• short wire.

Best surface drainage pumps

When you need to pump water from a reservoir into a tank, it is better to pay attention to surface pumps. They are also good in cases where access to a water source is difficult. Only the hose is immersed in the water, and the pump itself is located in a place convenient for the owner. Here are the best surface type drainage models.

GARDENA 60006E LCD inox Premium

Rating: 4.9

In many respects, the GARDENA Surface Pump 60006E LCD inox Premium is a role model. The model has a high power (1.3 kW), high throughput (6 cubic meters per hour), a record head (60 m). It can be used to organize water supply for a private house or for watering a personal plot. The device is easy to use, you can control its operation using the LCD display. At the slightest malfunction, the monitor displays information in Russian about the problem and how to fix it. Even the high price did not prevent the modern device from taking the first place in the rating.

Users admire the pump's capabilities, performance and reliability. Only he should work with clean water.

Advantages

• high performance;
• self-diagnosis;
• wide functionality;
• comfortable carrying handle.

disadvantages

• high price.

AL-KO Jet 3000 Classic

Rating: 4.8

The specialists in the surface pump AL-KO Jet 3000 Classic note the optimal combination of price and performance. With a low power consumption (650 W), the pump demonstrates good flow capacity (3.1 cubic meters per hour) and head (35 m). The device has a stylish look, compact size and low weight (6.4 kg). The device is designed for pumping clean water, therefore it is suitable for water supply or irrigation systems. The housing is made of glass fiber reinforced plastic. Overheating protection is provided to extend the life of the motor.

In general, users are satisfied with the operation of the drain pump. But raising water from a well 5 m deep becomes a problem for him. Therefore, only the second place in the rating.

Advantages

• lightness and mobility;
• affordable price;
• profitability;
• overheat protection.

disadvantages

• limited suction depth.

STAVR NP-800

Rating: 4.7

The best price for a surface drainage pump is offered by the domestic brand STAVR. The NP-800 model is equipped with a powerful electric motor (800 W), with the help of which it is possible to provide a good throughput (3 cubic meters per hour) and an impressive maximum head (38 m). At the same time, the device looks compact and lightweight (6.6 kg). The manufacturer has provided protection for the electric motor from overheating, and thanks to the ergonomic handle, the pump is easy to carry. The budget pump body is made of plastic, which is not surprising. Domestic development could not bypass competitors due to problems with build quality.

Users are satisfied with quiet operation, power, no vibration. But the protection against overheating does not always work in a timely manner, which leads to the leakage of grease from the bearings.

Advantages

• low price;
• beautiful appearance;
• ergonomic handle;
• silent work.

disadvantages

• unreliable overheating protection.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.