Well Pumps
Best Submersible Jet Pump (2026): 4 Picks Compared
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For a deep well, the VEVOR Deep Well Submersible Pump leads this list with a 276 ft max head and 37GPM max flow from a 1.5 HP motor. For a shallow well with a tank in the box, the HoldwellS and FOTING jet pumps pair a pressure tank with a pressure switch. The LEO states a 170 ft max head and a flow of 1902 GPH.
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Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallVEVOR Deep Well Submersible Pump9.8 View on Amazon -
Runner-UpHoldwellS 115V Shallow Well Jet Pump9.3 View on Amazon -
Also GreatLEO 1.5HP Shallow Deep Well Pump 170FT9.2 View on Amazon -
9.2 View on Amazon
Compare the specs
Ranked on motor size, max flow, max lift / head from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Motor size | Max flow | Max lift / head | Weight | Warranty |
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| 1. VEVOR Deep Well Submersible Pump | 1.5 HP | — | 276 ft | 29 lb | — |
| 2. HoldwellS 115V Shallow Well Jet Pump | 1.5 HP | 1,320 GPH | 164 ft | — | — |
| 3. LEO 1.5HP Shallow Deep Well Pump 170FT | 1.5 HP | 1,902 GPH | 170 ft | — | 24-month |
| 4. FOTING 1.5HP Shallow Well Pump with Pressure | 1.5 HP | 1,340 GPH | 164 ft | — | — |
VEVOR Deep Well Submersible Pump
A deep well submersible pump with a 276 ft max head, 37GPM max flow, a stainless steel frame and an external control box.
- Motor size: 1.5 HP
- Max lift / head: 276 ft, the highest here
Good for
- Owners of deep wells who want a 276 ft max head
- Buyers who want a stainless steel pump with an external control box
Skip it if
- You have a well casing smaller than 4 inches
- You need a pump lighter than 29 lb
It has 8-stage thermoplastic impellers, a copper motor with built-in overload protection, a built-in check valve and a stainless steel filtration mesh. The frame, outlet and connecting components are stainless steel, and it carries an IP68 waterproof grade. It comes with an external control box and a 33 ft electric cord, and it weighs 29 lb.
HoldwellS 115V Shallow Well Jet Pump
A shallow well jet pump with a 5-gallon pressure tank, an automatic pressure switch, a pressure gauge and 1320 GPH max flow.
- Motor size: 1.5 HP
- Max flow: 1,320 GPH
- Max lift / head: 164 ft
Good for
- Buyers who want a jet pump with a 5-gallon pressure tank
- Owners of shallow wells who want a 164 ft max head
Skip it if
- You need more than 1320 GPH of max flow
- You need a suction depth over 26 ft
It pairs a stainless steel pump head and aluminum housing with a 5-gallon steel pressure tank and a built-in pressure gauge. The automatic pressure switch and intelligent start-stop system work with the water valve, and it has built-in overheat protection. It has a 1 inch NPT inlet and outlet with 2 adapters, and a carbon ceramic mechanical seal.
LEO 1.5HP Shallow Deep Well Pump 170FT
A submersible pump with a 170 ft max head, 1902 GPH max flow, a 72.2 ft power cord and a 24-month warranty.
- Motor size: 1.5 HP
- Max flow: 1,902 GPH
- Max lift / head: 170 ft
- 24-month warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a 72.2 ft power cord
- Owners who want 1902 GPH of max flow
Skip it if
- You need a max head over 170 ft
- You need a power cord longer than 72.2 ft
It has a one-piece housing with an integrated dirt sieve and a built-in non-return valve for vertical mounting. The body and threaded connector are 304 stainless steel, and the hermetically sealed motor is thermally protected. It comes with a 72.2 ft power cord, a 65.6 ft rope and a 1-1/4 inch NPT discharge, and it carries a 24-month warranty.
FOTING 1.5HP Shallow Well Pump with Pressure
A shallow well jet pump with a 5 Gal water tank, an automatic pressure switch, a pressure gauge and 1340 GPH max flow.
- Motor size: 1.5 HP
- Max flow: 1,340 GPH
- Max lift / head: 164 ft
Good for
- Buyers who want a jet pump with a 5 Gal water tank
- Owners who want 1340 GPH of max flow
Skip it if
- You need more than 1340 GPH of max flow
- You need a suction depth over 23 ft
It pairs a 5 Gal water tank with a pressure switch preset to 4.5 bar, starting at 1.5 bar and shutting off at 3 bar, plus a pressure gauge. The reinforced thermoplastic structure and iron tank resist corrosion and wear, and it has overheat protection and a carbon ceramic mechanical seal. It comes with 2 adapters and a 1 inch NPT outlet and inlet.
How to choose
Head, flow and motor size
Head is the height a pump can lift water, and flow is how much water it moves. Each pump here has a 1.5 HP motor. The VEVOR states a 276 ft max head and 37GPM max flow, the LEO states a 170 ft max head and 1902 GPH, and the HoldwellS and FOTING each state a 164 ft max head, with 1320 GPH for the HoldwellS and 1340 GPH for the FOTING. Note the units: the VEVOR flow figure is in gallons per minute, while the others are in gallons per hour. Match head to the lift your well needs, then compare flow.
Submersible or jet pump
A submersible pump goes down into the water, while a jet pump sits above ground and pulls water up. The VEVOR and LEO are submersible pumps for deep and shallow wells. The HoldwellS and FOTING are shallow well jet pumps, and each pairs its pump with a pressure tank and a pressure switch that holds pressure through the day. If the pump must sit in the well, pick a submersible pick; if it sits beside the tank, pick a jet pump pick.
Tanks, switches and priming
A pressure tank stores water under pressure so the pump cycles less, and a pressure switch starts and stops the pump. The HoldwellS pairs a 5-gallon steel pressure tank with an automatic pressure switch and a pressure gauge, and the FOTING pairs a 5 Gal water tank with a pressure switch and a gauge. The HoldwellS and FOTING need priming with water before first use. Check the well casing size against the VEVOR 4-inch diameter, and check cord length: the VEVOR cord is 33 ft and the LEO cord is 72.2 ft.
FAQ
What is the difference between a submersible pump and a jet pump?
A submersible pump goes down into the water, and the VEVOR and LEO are submersible pumps. A jet pump sits above ground, and the HoldwellS and FOTING are shallow well jet pumps with pressure tanks.
What does max head mean for a well pump?
Max head is the height a pump can lift water. The VEVOR states 276 ft, the LEO states 170 ft, and the HoldwellS and FOTING each state 164 ft.
Which of these pumps include a pressure tank?
The HoldwellS includes a 5-gallon steel pressure tank, and the FOTING includes a 5 Gal water tank with a pressure switch.
What flow rates do these pumps state?
The LEO states 1902 GPH, the FOTING states 1340 GPH, the HoldwellS states 1320 GPH, and the VEVOR states 37GPM. Note the VEVOR figure is in gallons per minute, while the others are in gallons per hour.
