AQUASTRONG ESU100PM 1 HP Submersible Sump Pump, 4,500 GPH

For removing clean water from a pool, pond, basement, or well, the AQUASTRONG ESU100PM pairs a 1 HP motor with a stated flow rate of 4,500 GPH at 5 feet. Its submersible design and bottom suction help draw water close to the surface. A 10-foot power cord and hose adapters support practical setup for water-removal tasks around the home.

Tech summary

• Type: Submersible utility pump
• Motor: 1 HP
• Flow rate: Up to 4,500 GPH (75 GPM) at 5 feet
• Maximum lifting height: 30 feet
• Power: 115V AC
• Suction: Removes water down to 1/5 inch from the surface and handles solids up to 1/5 inch
• Material: Reinforced engineering thermoplastic casing
• Discharge: 1-1/4-inch NPT, with a 1-1/2-inch elbow adapter and snap-coupling adapters for 3/4-, 1-, or 1-1/4-inch connections
• Power cord: 10 feet

Who it’s for

This pump is designed for people who need to move water from areas such as swimming pools, garden ponds, flooded basement window wells, hot tubs, and wells. The 1 HP motor and high stated flow rate suit jobs where moving a substantial volume of clean water is the priority. Bottom suction is useful when draining down close to a surface, while the ability to handle solids up to 1/5 inch accommodates small debris in the water.

Compared with choosing a pump for occasional, modest water transfer, the ESU100PM is specified for higher-volume removal and a vertical lift of up to 30 feet. That combination makes it a practical fit for a pool drain or for removing water from a basement area, with the right hose connection for the outlet. Buyers often praise its power and water-removal performance, while feedback on durability and flow is mixed. These are individual experiences rather than a guarantee of results.

Usage tips

Place the pump in the water to be removed, connect a suitable hose using the discharge and adapter setup, then plug it in to start, unplug it to stop. The 10-foot cord provides reach between the pump and a power source. Plan the hose route around the vertical lift: the listed maximum lifting height is 30 feet, while the 4,500 GPH flow figure is stated at 5 feet. The pump is specified for clean water, so use it for the water-removal applications described rather than treating it as a general-purpose pump for other liquids. Avoid running the motor dry, position it in water before starting and unplug it when the task is complete.

Before you decide

How much water can it move? The stated maximum flow is 4,500 GPH, or 75 GPM, at 5 feet. Its maximum lifting height is 30 feet.

What kind of water is it intended for? It is specified for clean water and is suited to draining pools, ponds, hot tubs, basement window wells, and wells. It can handle solids up to 1/5 inch.

How does it connect to a hose? The discharge is 1-1/4-inch NPT. The listed setup includes a 1-1/2-inch elbow adapter and snap-coupling adapters for 3/4-, 1-, or 1-1/4-inch connections.

Final verdict

The AQUASTRONG ESU100PM brings a 1 HP motor, a stated 4,500 GPH flow rate at 5 feet, and bottom suction to clean-water removal jobs. It’s a useful choice for homeowners draining a pool or pond, or moving water from a basement area, who want a submersible pump with several hose-connection options.