Benefits over the other? Hayward MaxFlo VS or Hayward Super Pump Variable Speed

[ScubaDoo]

Hey guys - I'm replacing an old Hayward NorthStar (1 HP - Single Speed), and would like to move to a Variable Speed since I generally leave the pool pump running 24/7 during pool season. Ideally, I would like something that is the pretty much "ploppable" after removing the current pump. I have the quick connect unions on my current pump, so that is one point for the MaxFlo in my opinion.

Here are the two I'm looking at:

Hayward MaxFlo VS Variable Speed Pump | Pool Supplies Canada

Hayward Max-Flo SP2303VSP Variable Speed Pump offered at a wholesale price and is the industry's most energy efficient variable speed pump.

www.poolsuppliescanada.ca

Hayward Super Pump Variable Speed Inground Pool Pump (Rotating Display) | Pool Supplies Canada

Hayward Super Pump Variable Speed Inground Pool Pump (Rotating Display) available with fast shipping online from Pool Supplies Canada.

www.poolsuppliescanada.ca

When I spoke to a local pool store they recommended the Super Pump above, when I said I was leaning toward the MaxFlo. Does anyone know if the reliability or performance of one of these is better than the other? Or certain features that make one a better buy?

Thank you for any help in advance.

 

[chiefwej]

If you have any automation, you want to stick with Hayward. But, if you are open to it, most here consider the Pentair Intelliflo the “gold standard” in variable speed pumps.