I have 24ft ag with Pentair Dynamo pump. When I turned it on yesterday, it was very noisy. I had the bearings on the motor replaced 3 years ago, but the company is no longer in business.

So I feel it's time for a new pump. Replacing with the same pentair dynamo is $275 online. But my local pool store recommends hayward power flo lx for $215 (I can find for $190 on line, so I have to decide to support local guy or save $25).

So does the name matter? Are all pumps the same?

I like the pentair strainer basket lid. I usually need to stick a big screwdriver in the handle to open it. I see the power flo also has a handle so that works for me. Other than that, I don't see much difference in pumps. More HP, more $$$ but no one ever says what the GPM is.


Any suggestions?