Pentair 011012 IntelliFlo VF High Performance 230 volt 16 amp residential in ground pool pump review
The Pentair IntelliFlo VF is quite simply the smartest pump on the market. It embodies an on board computer that automatically calculates the minimum flow requirements of your pool and programs itself to meet all of its tasks.
Pentair has been a leading manufacturer of pool related equipment since 1966.
SUPER QUIET
This pump is designed to put out just 7 to 10 decibels while running. That is just half the decibel rating of a human whisper. That is super quiet!
“I believe everyone with a pool should take a look at installing a super quiet energy efficient pump like this one.”
ENERGY EFFICIENT
This pump is designed to cut your energy footprint significantly. It uses a permanent magnet motor like the kind they use in hybrid cars. The variable speed settings help to minimize your energy consumption by allowing you to program only what you need based on the time of day, size of your pool and the equipment in use.
“This pump is totally awesome; I would recommend it very highly to anyone with a pool... It's not cheap, but it will save you money! It is saving me about $3 a day, every day of the year...”
QUALTIY AND RELIABILITY!
The pump is designed to be both powerful and durable. By using less power during downtime the motor experiences less wear and therefore lasts longer. It is built to last!
“After 2 years of use I am still very happy. No problems. The savings on the electric bill is noticeable.”
POTENTIAL REBATES
Power companies in several jurisdictions offer significant rebates when you purchase this pump due to its programmable ability to minimize power consumption. Be sure to contact your local power company to see if your jurisdiction qualifies.
“The VF also qualified for a $200 Edison rebate which I just received in the mail yesterday.”
EASY TO USE
The user friendly interface and easy installation make this pump a dream and its see through strainer top takes the guess work out of maintenance.
“ With the additional programmed settings that are initiated manually I have one setting for backwash, another for draining cleaning and refilling the spa, another for when we are heating the spa and another when we are running the spa jets. All are preset and just a push of the button starts the cycle.”
FEATURES
· Product Dimensions: 15 x 28 x 12.5 inches
· Shipping weight: 50 pounds
· Variable speed
· 230 volts
· Programmable interface
· Built in diagnostics
· See through strainer top
PROS
· Super quiet
· Ability to control pump speed
· Built in diagnostics
· Easy to program
· Durable
· Energy efficient
CONS
· 1 year warranty
· May be susceptible to the elements
· May encounter issues when interfacing with solar heaters
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“The vacuum suction is so good; the pool man quickly gets through a weekly sweep. It is so quiet; you actually have to put your ear up to it to hear it run.”
“I have been using this pump for approximately 6 months. It does save money. It is very quiet at low speeds but you can definitely hear it at high speed. I do recommend this pump but be aware of these two items...”
RECOMMENDATION & PRICE
The Pentair 011012 IntelliFlo VF 3050 High Performance 230 volt 16 amp pool pump, while a quality product, is not recommended by our Editor in this category.
After a detailed price search for the best price online Amazon wins.
