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Basement Watchdog BWE 1000 Gallons Per Hour Basement Watchdog Emergency Back-Up Sump Pump
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9.72
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Attwood 4140-4 WaterBuster® Portable Pump, Submersible, Battery Powered, 200 GPH, 42-Inch Hose, 5 ¼-Inch Diameter
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9.36
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3
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Superior Pump 91012 12 Volt Utility Pump with 20-Foot Cord, Black
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9.36
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4
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Wayne ESP25 Upgraded 12-Volt Battery Backup System, Black
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9.36
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5
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Liberty Pumps SJ10 SumpJet Water Powered Back-Up Pump, Gray
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9.36
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6
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THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG Model DFK961 1/3 HP Combination Submersible Sump Pump with Cast Iron / Cast Aluminum Primary Sump Pump and a 24 Hour a Day Monitoring Emergency Battery Backup Sump Pump System
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9.8
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7
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Superior Pump 92900 12V Battery Back Up Submersible Sump Pump with Tethered Switch
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9.36
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8
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WaterAce WABPU Submersible Utility Pump, Black
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9.36
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9
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THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG Model No. BWD12-120 Big Dog CONNECT 3,500 GPH at 0 ft. and 2,200 GPH at 10 ft. Battery Backup Sump Pump System with Smart WiFi Capable Monitoring Controller and 20 Amp Charger
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10
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10
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Zoeller 540-0005 FLEX Series Water-Powered Back-Up Sump Pump
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9.08
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Top 10 Battery Powered Sump Pump of 2022
THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG BWE

by THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG
Basement Watchdog BWE 1000 Gallons Per Hour Basement Watchdog Emergency Back-Up Sump Pump
Color | Black |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | 2 year |
Brand | THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG |
Rating | 9.72/10 |
Features
- Pumps 1,000 gph at 10-Feet. of li-Feet and 2,000 gph at 0-Feet. of li-Feet
- User-friendly control panel lights up with a warning and describes what to do for easy maintenance
- A sensor monitors battery fluid levels for increased piece of mind
- Includes controller, charger, dual float switch, pump and battery box (battery sold separately)
- Compact pump can be installed even in small or narrow sump pits
- Compatible with wet cell or maintenance free (AGM) batteries
attwood 4140-4

by attwood
Attwood 4140-4 WaterBuster® Portable Pump, Submersible, Battery Powered, 200 GPH, 42-Inch Hose, 5 ¼-Inch Diameter
Color | Unspecified |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | - |
Brand | attwood |
Rating | 9.36/10 |
Features
- Convenient and versatile pump that can be used where needed to remove water from areas such as boats, pool covers, aquariums, sump pits, and much more
- Truly portable because it does not use an electrical cord nor need a power source
- Battery-powered pump can operate for up to 5 hours using three D-sized alkaline batteries
- Ideal for use in areas and on boats where there is no permanent electrical system or power source
- Pump is 6 3/8 inches tall, has a 5 ¼-inch diameter, and can pump up to 200 gallons per hour
- Comes with a 42-inch-long hose with a garden hose adapter that allows addition of a longer hose
- Lifts water to a height of 40 inches; is not to be used as a permanent bilge pump
- Portable, battery-operated pump for removing water
- Pumps up to 200 gallons per hour; lifts water up to 4 feet
- Three alkaline D batteries last 5 hours
- Measures 5.2 x 5.2 x 6.5 inches; weighs less than two pounds
- Lifts water to height of 4 feet
Superior Pump 91012

by Superior Pump
Superior Pump 91012 12 Volt Utility Pump with 20-Foot Cord, Black
Color | Black |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | - |
Brand | Superior Pump |
Rating | 9.36/10 |
Features
- Pumps up to 1380-gallons per hour; pumps water up to 20-vertical feet; 1-1/4 inch discharge for high capacity pumping includes 3/4 inch garden hose adapter
- Fully submersible utility pump for use with most 12-volt battery (battery not included); 20-foot cord with on/off switch and battery alligator clips
- Tough thermoplastic construction; Oil free motor design will not hard aquatic life; Handles up to 1/8-inch solids; Simple operation, plug pump in to turn on, unplug to turn off
- Multiple applications: marine, home, outdoors, camping/RV, hunting, farm and more
- Superior Pumps are Built to Last, engineered with quality components and are 100% factory tested
Wayne ESP25

by Wayne
Wayne ESP25 Upgraded 12-Volt Battery Backup System, Black
Color | Black |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
Brand | Wayne |
Rating | 9.36/10 |
Features
- Always Have a Plan - This 12 Volt WAYNE basement battery backup sump pump is perfect to keep your basement dry during heavy water flow when you lose electricity. Whether it’s rain, snow melting, etc. WAYNE model ESP25n can keep your basement dry.
- Back-Up Ready - ESP25N will pump up to 2,700 GPH and remove/evacuate/expel/get rid of up to 10,000 gallons on a single battery backup charge. WAYNE WSB1275 75 AH Battery is required for back-up but not included.
- Efficient Design - Fits in 14” diameter or larger sump basins, with no need to drill a weep hole
- Additional Features - Epoxy-coated steel housing with a cast-iron base. Corrosion-resistant thermoplastic impeller for maximum water flow. Protective battery case includes LED display and an audible alarm to let you know if there’s a problem.
- Quality You Deserve - Proudly assembled in the USA for quality you can trust. Warrantied for 2 years for dependable, efficient, & ultra-quiet performance.
Liberty Pumps SJ10

by Liberty Pumps
Liberty Pumps SJ10 SumpJet Water Powered Back-Up Pump, Gray
Color | Gray |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | Liberty Pumps, Inc. warrants that pumps and other products of its manufacture are free from all factory defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. |
Brand | Liberty Pumps |
Rating | 9.36/10 |
Features
- Made In America
- MECHANICAL COMPONENTS
- Commercial Brand: Liberty
- Package Dimensions: 18. 0" L x 18. 0" W x 21. 0" H
THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG DFK-961

by THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG
THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG Model DFK961 1/3 HP Combination Submersible Sump Pump with Cast Iron / Cast Aluminum Primary Sump Pump and a 24 Hour a Day Monitoring Emergency Battery Backup Sump Pump System
Color | Silver and Yellow |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | 2 year |
Brand | THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG |
Rating | 9.8/10 |
Features
- Pre-assembled system allowing for easy installation with little or no plumbing knowledge necessary
- ⅓ HP energy efficient permanent split capacitor (PSC) primary pump saves money on your electric bills
- Primary pump capacity 3,100 GPH at a 10 ft. lift and 3,700 GPH at 0 ft. lift
- Backup system capacity 1,000 GPH at 10 ft. lift and 2,000 GPH at 0 ft. lift
- Includes the Basement Watchdog Emergency Battery Backup System with unique monitoring that sounds an alarm, illuminates a warning light and describes what to do for easy maintenance
- Dual float switches on both the primary and backup systems provide 4X the protection
- Provides days of intermittent pumping power on a single battery charge
- Compatible with both wet cell and maintenance-free AGM batteries
- Automatic 0.4 amp charger
- Fluid sensor monitors fluid level of the battery
Superior Pump 92900

by Superior Pump
Superior Pump 92900 12V Battery Back Up Submersible Sump Pump with Tethered Switch
Color | - |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
Brand | Superior Pump |
Rating | 9.36/10 |
Features
- 12 Volt Sump pump moves up to 1,380 gallons per hour, pump will lift water up to 25' of vertical height
- Tough thermoplastic construction; 10-foot cord length
- Tethered float switch to automatically turn the pump on/off
- 1-1/4 inch or 1-1/2 inch NPT discharge for high capacity pumping
- Superior Pumps are Built to Last, engineered with quality components and are 100% factory tested
WaterAce WABPU

by WaterAce
WaterAce WABPU Submersible Utility Pump, Black
Color | Black |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | - |
Brand | WaterAce |
Rating | 9.36/10 |
Features
- Ideal for transferring water from one source to another
- Great for emergencies like draining water from stopped up sinks, toilets and appliances
- Garden hose inlet connection and includes 42 inch hose with adapter
- Download the user manual under the technical specification section of this page for safety, installation, troubleshooting, and information
- Click on the Water Ace products link at the top of this page to see more pump options from Water Ace products
THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG BWD12-120C

by THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG
THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG Model No. BWD12-120 Big Dog CONNECT 3,500 GPH at 0 ft. and 2,200 GPH at 10 ft. Battery Backup Sump Pump System with Smart WiFi Capable Monitoring Controller and 20 Amp Charger
Color | - |
Prime Status | No |
Warranty | 2 year |
Brand | THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG |
Rating | 10/10 |
Features
- Pumps 2,200 GPH at 10 ft. lift and 3,500 GPH at 0 ft. lift
- USB port allows for connection to a Basement Watchdog WiFi (BW-WiFi) or home automation (BW-HZM) module, allowing you to receive real time alerts while away from home (text, email, or through the Basement Watchdog App)
- Remote terminal allows the ability to connect with a home security system, or other device
- User-friendly control panel provides 24 hour a day monitoring, detects irregularities, sounds an alarm, and pinpoints problems and solutions
- Powerful 20 amp multistage smart charger charges the battery quickly and shuts off completely to prolong battery life
Zoeller 540-0005

by Zoeller
Zoeller 540-0005 FLEX Series Water-Powered Back-Up Sump Pump
Color | - |
Prime Status | Yes |
Warranty | - |
Brand | Zoeller |
Rating | 9.08/10 |
Features
- Back-Up Sump Pump
Best Battery Powered Sump Pump brands
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