Best Trash Water Pumps
Top-Rated & Best-Selling Trash Pumps
If you need to move water with debris, you need a trash pump, but how do you choose the best one? Well, we've put together the Best Trash Pumps of 2024 based on our best-selling, highest-rated models with expert recommendations to ensure you get the perfect type for your needs.
If you're not sure what kind of trash water pump you need, check out our Trash Pump Buyer’s Guide to get started and come back to the list for an expert recommendation.
Best Trash Pumps List
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Best Gas-Powered Trash Pumps
Best Electric Trash Pumps
Best Gas-Powered Trash Pumps
$1,999.99
Expert Review
This 4" trash pump can really move water at 506 gallons per minute, that equates to over 30,000 gallons in an hour! This beast can also handle up to 1" solids. This pump can clean up a serious mess.
This pump comes with a commercial grade Honda GX engine giving you a durable performance from the engine and only needs to be primed once. Also included are the strainers and clamps.
You won't find a better 4" trash pump on our site for the price.
Features
BE 4" Centrifugal Trash Pump
- Handles up to 1" solids
Commercial-Grade 389cc Honda GX Series 4-Cycle Engine
- Reliable, technologically advanced & easy to start
Protected By Honda Oil Alert® Warning System
- Alerts you or shuts engine down if oil reaches an unsafe level
Aluminum Pump Housing & Cast Iron Impeller
- Extends the life of the pump
Self-Priming Design (*Requires Initial Priming)
- Priming-plug allows for quick fill-up of pump chamber for quick starting
$1,599.00
Expert Review
It's no secret that the construction and rental markets have relied on Honda pumps for over 20 years because of their long-lasting performance.
This pump comes with the easy starting OHV Honda commercial grade engine, full frame protection, and quick release clean-out and durable silicone carbide mechanical seals.
What sets this pump above the others are the features that are designed for long-term use, like the replaceable stainless steel wear plate and convenient multi-tool for on-site servicing and clean-out.
We agree with what our customers tell us, "Honda water pumps are top notch" another reason this water pump earns our recommendation.
Features
Heavy-Duty 3" Construction Trash Pump
- Handles solids up to 1-1/16"
Commercial Grade 242cc Honda OHV GX240 4-Cycle Engine
- Provides excellent torque & fuel efficiency
Protected By Honda Oil Alert® Warning System
- Alerts you or shuts engine down if oil reaches an unsafe level
- Helps to prevent engine seizure due to a low oil condition
Rigid-Mounted Cast Iron Pump Volute
- Provides enhanced durability
Conical Impeller & Replaceable Stainless Steel Wear Plate
- Provides improved priming, durability & extends pump life
$1,799.00
Expert Review
I'm not sure where to start with this beast of a pump. Coming from a manufacturer that is known in the construction field, this pump will take on anything from your light residential to your heavy commercial applications.
With the heavy duty Honda 7.9HP Honda GX240 gasoline engine, the automatic low oil shutdown for the engine that is a standard feature and dual 3-inch discharge ports to adapt to different applications to the large cleanout cover and cast iron impeller and volute for abrasion resistance/long life, this pump screams performance.
If you're looking for a pump that will handle the easy and tough jobs alike and something that will last for many years to come, look no further. The Multiquip QP3TH will take the edge off your concerns and for that, it earns our recommendation!
Features
Multiquip 3" Gas Powered Trash Pump
- Lightest trash pump in their pump fleet
Commercial Grade 239cc Honda OHV GX240
- Fuel efficient, easy starting and quieter operation
Protected By Honda Oil Alert® Warning System
- Alerts you or shuts engine down if oil reaches an unsafe level
- Helps to prevent engine seizure due to a low oil condition
Diecast Aluminum Pump Body w/ Cast Iron Fittings
- Lightweight design provides strength and durability
Cast Iron Impeller & Double Volute - Can Pass 1.5-Inch Solids
- Superior abrasion resistance and minimal clogging
- Silicon/Tungsten Carbon Mechanical Seal
Best Electric Trash Pumps
$333.00
Expert Review
Tsurumi pumps are pretty awesome. They have many exclusive and top of the line features.
One of the best features of this submersible trash pump is the strongest seal in the industry. This pump also has an oil lifter to keep the top face of the seal lubricated. This feature is exclusive to Tsurumi and provides a better pump life.
This pump comes with all copper windings and permanent magnet motor. These features provide maximum potential life for the pump and reduce electric consumption. Another Tsurumi exclusive is the wicked electrical cords to prevent any seepage of water into the motor.
This model comes with a rubber Urethane impeller. Did you know that will last 3 times the life of old cast iron impellers?
If you have some nasty sludge to pick up it is also nice to know that because of the impeller agitator, this pump will NOT clog in extremely sandy conditions. In case of the pump over-heating, it automatically shuts down.
Features
Submersible Trash Pump
- Easily handles sand, debris, and solids up to 1/4"
1/2-HP 5.4-Amp Motor (12.5-Amp Starting) w/ Thermal Protection
- Continuous duty rated, capable of pumping up to 3180 GPH
Grey Iron Casting Case
- Lightweight & durable design resists corrosion
Built-In Shaft Mounted Agitator
- Suspends solids to provide minimal wear and clogging
Urethane Semi-Vortex Impeller
- Designed for maximum durability and performance
$685.00
Features
Submersible Trash Pump w/ Float Switch
- Easily handles sand, debris, and solids up to 1/4"
1-HP 9.6-Amp Motor (26-Amp Starting) w/ Thermal Protection
- Continuous duty rated, capable of pumping up to 8400 GPH
Grey Iron Casting Case
- Lightweight & durable design resists corrosion
Built-In Shaft Mounted Agitator
- Suspends solids to provide minimal wear and clogging
Urethane Semi-Vortex Impeller
- Designed for maximum durability and performance
$1,149.00
Expert Review
This pump earns our recommendation because it's one beast of a pump. Built by Multiquip, a company that deals strictly in the construction field, this 2" discharge monster of a pump is built to last and move a lot of water (95GPM) with a max 45-foot head.
The highly-efficient 1-HP 9.4-Amp motor is continuous duty rated and the easy clean-out design provides for a quick return to service when needed. The molded 50-foot power cord with strain relief also offers plenty of cord for handling outdoor applications.
Features
Multiquip Submersible Trash Pump
- Lightweight & compact for moving water w/ debris (1" Max)
Highly-Efficient 1-HP 9.4-Amp Motor
- Continuous duty rated, capable of pumping up to 5700 GPH
Internal Thermal Overload Protection
- Prevents electrical damage to the pump
Cast Iron Impeller
- Increase wear resistance when abrasive particles are present
Industrial Cast Iron Housing
- Built to handle heavy usage & tough applications
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