Pool Pump Evaluations
Independent, evidence-based evaluations of pool heater equipment to help you compare options, understand long-term ownership,
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Hayward Pump Evaluations
Browse the latest heater evaluations. Each evaluation includes scoring, technical analysis, and field experience commentary.
PPC-HAY-PMP-001
Coverage: VS 900, VS 950
The Hayward TriStar VS is Hayward's premium high-flow variable-speed pump family for medium-to-large and feature-rich pools.
Version: 1.0
Record Date
8/20/2026
Evaluation Scope
Full Series
Equipment Type
Variable Speed Pump
PPC-HAY-PMP-002
Coverage: Super II Series — Single & Two-Speed Models
A proven self-priming high-head pump series designed for in-ground pools, spas, heaters, cleaners, and other demanding circulation systems. Its large strainer basket, durable wet-end construction, and straightforward mechanical design have made it a familiar long-term service platform.
Version: 1.0
Record Date
8/25/2026
Evaluation Scope
Full Series
Equipment Type
Single & Two-Speed Pool Pump
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