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Pool Pump Energy Calculator
Estimate what your pool pump costs to run and see how an illustrative variable-speed schedule compares. You can change every assumption before deciding what makes sense for your pool.
- No contact details required
- About two minutes
- Assumptions shown with your result
Your estimate
Tell us about your current pump
Use the motor label when you can. Nameplate amps usually give a better estimate than horsepower alone.
- Your pump
- Run time
- Electricity rate
- Results
Planning estimate
Your annual energy comparison
These figures use the schedule and electricity rate you entered.
Your current pump, per year
Variable speed pump, per year
Estimated annual difference
Assumptions behind this estimate (editable above)
The calculation has not yet been independently validated; treat it as a planning estimate. Actual consumption depends on motor efficiency, pipe size, filter condition and how the variable speed pump is programmed.
Want a Pool Pro to check this with your real equipment?
This tool is for planning only—not a quote, guarantee or payback promise. Real power use depends on the motor, plumbing, filter condition and programming.