VIVOHOME 2.0HP 6800GPH Dual Voltage Pool Pump, Self-Priming Energy Saving, 1.5" & 2" & 1.25"-1.5" Connectors w/Strainer Basket for In/Above Ground Pools

As per the headline/subject-line, I could give a s*** about leaving ANY reviews on anything I buy here - BUT, this one actually deserves it.-----My pool is approx 35k gallons, 7.5 feet on the deep end - it's not small by any means. Original pump failed, was a HAYWARD 1.5HP. Looked at replacements locally and online, which start between $349.99/649.99 and up from there.-----At the time, this thing was on sale for $192.59 total with same-day shipping - so I took a shot. That was in April 2024. It's now October 2024 and it's working like a champ.-----Since the purchase, I've had moments at least (3) separate instances where the pool has turned swamp-green with a nice coat of algae on the floor due to a bad salt cell, amongst other factors (travel, self inflicted negligence). It's important to note because for me to clean up the mess, I've had the pump run for 3-4 days at a time non-stop.-----This thing works just as well as the HAYWARD I had. Zero issues.-----The only thing I'll speak on (only issue I had - which happened once), would be the interior "cage" which protects the impeller -- see image attachment. I had a ton of debris and small leaves that worked their way through the "cage" and jammed the impeller. Not a fault of the pump - my pool was unbelievably dirty. This is not exclusive to this pump BTW, it happens to all of them, specially after a series of big parties and extended use where hair builds up and passes through. Anyway, the cage made it difficult for, actually impossible for me to remove/access the debris on the impeller with my fingers. As a result, the pump doesn't prime and puts out a large "out-of-norm" humming noise. If this happens to you, take some "Dental Hook Probes" and work them through the plastic grid to remove the debris.-----After that hiccup, it primed instantly and has been working perfectly since.-----For the money and delivery time-frame, hard to beat this.-----I can't speak on the longevity of it YET, but if you're in a pinch time-wise and money is tight...this will get the job done.-----As a final note, I had to rework my original plumbing to get the fittings/pump to hook up. This is not exactly plug-n-play out-of-the-box...but then again...NO NEW PUMP IS. The benefit of hooking up the included fittings is that it makes the pump an easy twist-on/twist-off install and removal. MEANING...IF THIS PUMP GOES BAD - AND YOU BUY THE SAME ONE - you can pop-it in...in minutes.-----If this goes bad at any point, best believe I'm buying it again - hands down. Hope it helps.

The media could not be loaded. Works great so far. I did have a few issues but these were on me not the pump. The top cap wouldn't tighten all the way down. It kept popping back up. But that's because I wasn't perfectly aligned with the pipe. I saw some people complain about the not twisting on. You can verify because if you unscrew the other end and then screw that end in first after adjusting a bit then that one screws in no problem. Also the motor kept cutting off at first after like 5 seconds but that was because I forgot to hit the button for 230v vs 115v in the back. Great pressure and super quiet. Now if my pump goes out $200 I can get the exact replacement and not have to redo any piping.

Up until now I actually liked the pump. It does what is says and moves a considerable amount of water. That is until the pump shaft seal started leaking. About halfway through this summer, I noticed the water level in the pool dropping. Slowly but definitely going down. I checked the pumphouse and saw the concrete was wet around the pump and filter area. I had my pool guy close the pool on Wednesday and check the leak at the same time. He pulled the motor off of the pump to find the shaft seal had failed. He hadn't worked with this pump before and could not locate a new seal, so he asked me to locate a manual. I could not find one online or here so I reached out to the company. I got a reply the next day asking for the link to the product that I purchased. I pasted the link in the reply and sent it off. The next day I got this;"Dear Customer,Thank you for your message.Our parts are factory exclusive and it's hard for you to find the right fitment locally.And we are sorry that we are unable to provide you with a purchase link.Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any other issues.Best wishes,VIVOHOME Customer Care"So apparently a SEAL is proprietary and they are telling me I need to buy a new pump. For a failed SEAL, that is easily accessible. I realize this is a "throw away" society anymore but this is ridiculous.10/11/2023 - Since posting this review the vendor has reached out stating that there was a misunderstanding on their part with my initial email request. At this time they say they are going to send me a replacement seal.

I’m giving a 2 star rating for the moment . I bought this pump in September of 2024 . It’s not had a lot of use between then and now . It died the other day . Turning it on it just hums and through the breaker . Most of us say hey thats a bad start capacitor ! But it checks out good . I spin the shaft and it starts up .I contacted the company and I’m waiting to hear back . Oddly which I didn’t catch was there’s no warranty info posted on Amazon nor the MF’s web site that I could find . Also it’s my fault that I didn’t realize what this company specializes in which is not pool pumps . LolAlso I’m not sure this pump is rated for outdoor use it sure does not look like it is . So I’ll see how they handle this if there’s no replacement then this review will stand and you should avoid this product without clear warranty info .I will say it’s quiet and its flow rate is good when running . lol wish it was a two speed .Update ; contact with company via email sent some possible repair options which worked . It involves some mechanical skills so be aware .Company response was fast so that’s another plus . Bottom line pool up and running again .😊

Amazing! Had an old Intex pump that was going bad. Purchased this based on price and power. Other pumps were 1/3 or 3/4 hp for more $. This one is 2hp and QUIET as a mouse. Very strong flow. Had to buy some adapters to fit our hoses but it’s great. Wanted me to hardwire it to an extension cord. May still do that but for now it’s working great.

Amazing pump but WAY too strong for my pool. I returned it but wish it would've been a good fit for my situation.