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The robotic pool cleaner market is growing rapidly as technology improves. This has flooded pool owners with hundreds of options to choose from, often without much precedence as to what works and doesn’t. With so many different looks, specifications, and features across the board, how do you know which robotic pool cleaner is right for you?

Welcome to our robotic pool cleaner reviews and buying guide. We’ll walk you through the top 10 features for any robot, and we’ll help you understand which ones are essential and which ones are perks that’ll make your life way easier. Buckle up and take notes – it’s time to talk robotic pool cleaners.

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Pool Pump Buying Guide

Breaking down the most important things to know when shopping for a pool pump.Pool owners lacked a reliable source of information they could rely on to help them separate fact from hype, and good pool pumps from inefficient ones. The pump review table found above summarizes the key data needed to evaluate pool pumps. Not only does it give you all the important data in one place, but you can also click on the header to sort any direction.

Easy to Understand Pump Reviews

We bring you credible and easy-to-understand info that helps you find the best pump for the money. Our goal is to empower consumers to make good choices. Armed with comprehensive pricing information, side-by-side pool pumps reviews, and a large inventory of pumps, PoolExpress.com puts buyers in control of the pump buying process.

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Why are Amps and Watts so Important?

Our pump reviews place a high importance on the watts and amps. Old style pool pumps require a shocking 1,600 - 2,000 watts of power. In fact, the biggest opportunity for power savings is not with your air conditioning system, but with your swimming pool pump. Upgrading the energy efficient pump can save over $1,000. per year when compared to traditional pool pumps. Our pool pump reviews will help steer you in the right direction.

How Long Should a Pool Pump be On Each Day?

In the past, electric costs have forced pool owners to reduce the amount of time their pump operates. This is great for utility bills, but makes no sense for water quality. Stagnant water creates a breeding ground for bacteria and algae. Plus, it is difficult or impossible to feed chemicals into the pool when the pump is off. Most multi-speed pumps are designed to run 24/7 for the best possible water quality.

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What is the difference between multi-speed and variable-speed pool pumps?

Multi-speed pool pumps offer two speeds while using a simpler and more reliable technology. The common failure points on variable-speed pool pumps are eliminated. The result is a highly reliable design that typically returns about 90% of the savings of the more expensive variable-speed models. The majority of pool owners will never use more than 1-2 speeds on their pump, making multi-speed models a great value. Newer models such as EcoPump now included a best in the industry three year warranty.

How Do I Compare Pumps not on the Pump Review Table?

If you want to compare a pump on the table to another pump, simply calculate the watts. To find out how much electricity a 230 volt pump will use, simply multiply the pump's amp rating by 230. It's that simple. Once you know the watts, comparing pumps is easy.

How Much Does Warranty Factor into Your Pool Pump Reviews?

Our overall review placed 25% of the review points on the pump warranty. Here's why. The problem is that many pool owners are finding that variable-speed pool pumps have complicated circuits that are prone to failure. Many of these pumps only have one year warranties. There are limited number of pool pumps with two and three year warranties, and these pumps are typically worth the small premium paid for the peace of mind.

Watch the EcoPump Energy Efficient Pool Pump Video

EcoPump was designed to push boundaries of energy efficiency. Watch the video to learn how a technology called EcoBoost earned our top-rated pool pump reviews award. EcoPump engineers weren’t satisfied with just creating the most energy efficient pool pump. The common failure points on pool pumps have been eliminated, allowing EcoPump to work without service for years. For homes with pools, the swimming pool pump is the single easiest way to drastically and immediately reduce home’s energy use. If you’re contemplating energy efficient upgrades, an energy efficient pool pump should be at the top of your list.

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