Wayne CDU980E Submersible Pump
The Wayne CDU980E Submersible Pump is a value-focused choice for submersible washdown duty in equine barn drains, offering a good balance of flow and affordability for frequent stall and aisle cleaning. Compared with heavier-duty options like the Zoeller and Tsurumi, the CDU980E delivers lower upfront cost and lighter weight for easy deployment, but it sacrifices some solids-handling capacity and long-term ruggedness in exchange for easier serviceability and replacement parts availability.
High-flow power
Thermal protected
High-flow power
Thermal protected
Review Summary
"Users report it as a reliable, heavy-duty submersible pump with strong flow and durable construction suited for repeated washdown and drain use. Some note it is bulky, can be noisy, and float-switch or electrical issues appear occasionally after years of service."
Barn-ready — mule-approved!
Good for light-to-medium barn washdown and small drain pits.
Barn-ready — mule-approved!
Good for light-to-medium barn washdown and small drain pits.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
The Wayne CDU980E Submersible Pump is a value-focused choice for submersible washdown duty in equine barn drains, offering a good balance of flow and affordability for frequent stall and aisle cleaning. Compared with heavier-duty options like the Zoeller and Tsurumi, the CDU980E delivers lower upfront cost and lighter weight for easy deployment, but it sacrifices some solids-handling capacity and long-term ruggedness in exchange for easier serviceability and replacement parts availability.
High-flow power
Thermal protected
Barn-ready — mule-approved!
Good for light-to-medium barn washdown and small drain pits.
Automatic float switch enables hands-free operation during routine cleaning.
High-flow power
Thermal protected
Barn-ready — mule-approved!
Good for light-to-medium barn washdown and small drain pits.
Automatic float switch enables hands-free operation during routine cleaning.
Superior Pump 91250 Utility Pump
The Superior Pump 91250 Utility Pump is a budget-oriented, portable pump well suited to occasional washdown and simple drain clearing in smaller barns or individual stalls. It is typically cheaper than the Wayne and far less costly than cast-iron contenders like Zoeller, making it a sensible short-term financial choice, though it provides lower head and limited solids handling relative to the more robust models in this list.
Lightweight carry
Quick priming
Lightweight carry
Quick priming
Review Summary
"Buyers praise its low price and lightweight convenience for occasional washdown and small drain tasks. Many say it isn't built for continuous heavy-duty barn use and some experience shortened lifespans under constant use."
Stalls sparkle — buckaroo fast!
Economical option for frequent washdowns and basic drain clearing.
Stalls sparkle — buckaroo fast!
Economical option for frequent washdowns and basic drain clearing.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
The Superior Pump 91250 Utility Pump is a budget-oriented, portable pump well suited to occasional washdown and simple drain clearing in smaller barns or individual stalls. It is typically cheaper than the Wayne and far less costly than cast-iron contenders like Zoeller, making it a sensible short-term financial choice, though it provides lower head and limited solids handling relative to the more robust models in this list.
Lightweight carry
Quick priming
Stalls sparkle — buckaroo fast!
Economical option for frequent washdowns and basic drain clearing.
Thermally protected motor and balanced impeller for dependable everyday use.
Lightweight carry
Quick priming
Stalls sparkle — buckaroo fast!
Economical option for frequent washdowns and basic drain clearing.
Thermally protected motor and balanced impeller for dependable everyday use.
Zoeller M53 Mighty-Mate Submersible Sump Pump
The Zoeller M53 Mighty-Mate is a market-leading, cast-iron submersible sump pump prized for its durability and reliable continuous-duty performance in demanding equine barn environments. While it carries a higher purchase price than lightweight utilities like the Wayne and Superior models, the Zoeller stands out for longer service life, stronger solids handling and lower lifecycle maintenance costs, making it the practical choice where longevity and uptime matter most.
Cast-iron durability
Reliable auto-start
Cast-iron durability
Reliable auto-start
Review Summary
"Owners consistently praise the M53 for long-term reliability, solid cast-iron construction and trouble-free operation in repeated sump and drain duty. It's widely regarded as an industry standard for heavy domestic and light commercial use."
Built like a champion — rodeo tough!
Cast-iron motor housing built for continuous duty in demanding barn environments.
Built like a champion — rodeo tough!
Cast-iron motor housing built for continuous duty in demanding barn environments.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Eco-Friendly Living
The Zoeller M53 Mighty-Mate is a market-leading, cast-iron submersible sump pump prized for its durability and reliable continuous-duty performance in demanding equine barn environments. While it carries a higher purchase price than lightweight utilities like the Wayne and Superior models, the Zoeller stands out for longer service life, stronger solids handling and lower lifecycle maintenance costs, making it the practical choice where longevity and uptime matter most.
Cast-iron durability
Reliable auto-start
Built like a champion — rodeo tough!
Cast-iron motor housing built for continuous duty in demanding barn environments.
Automatic vertical float delivers consistent on/off operation for sump and drain use.
Cast-iron durability
Reliable auto-start
Built like a champion — rodeo tough!
Cast-iron motor housing built for continuous duty in demanding barn environments.
Automatic vertical float delivers consistent on/off operation for sump and drain use.
Little Giant 5-MSP Submersible Utility Pump
The Little Giant 5-MSP Submersible Utility Pump is a compact, energy-efficient option designed for repetitive washdown cycles and spot-cleaning in stalls and wash bays. It offers easier portability and lower power consumption than heavy-duty trash pumps, positioning it between economy utility units and cast-iron market leaders by delivering reliable mid-range performance for routine barn maintenance without the higher capital outlay of industrial trash pumps.
Compact footprint
Versatile hookups
Compact footprint
Versatile hookups
Review Summary
"Reviewed as a dependable mid-duty utility pump with good build quality and consistent performance for washdowns and drain removal. Some users warn it has modest flow compared with larger models and prolonged heavy use can reduce service life."
Pocket-sized wrangler — fits a halter!
Built with materials suited to chemical and repeated washdown exposure.
Pocket-sized wrangler — fits a halter!
Built with materials suited to chemical and repeated washdown exposure.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
The Little Giant 5-MSP Submersible Utility Pump is a compact, energy-efficient option designed for repetitive washdown cycles and spot-cleaning in stalls and wash bays. It offers easier portability and lower power consumption than heavy-duty trash pumps, positioning it between economy utility units and cast-iron market leaders by delivering reliable mid-range performance for routine barn maintenance without the higher capital outlay of industrial trash pumps.
Compact footprint
Versatile hookups
Pocket-sized wrangler — fits a halter!
Built with materials suited to chemical and repeated washdown exposure.
Automatic operation and thermal overload protection for safe, unattended use.
Compact footprint
Versatile hookups
Pocket-sized wrangler — fits a halter!
Built with materials suited to chemical and repeated washdown exposure.
Automatic operation and thermal overload protection for safe, unattended use.
Tsurumi HS2.4S Submersible Trash Pump
The Tsurumi HS2.4S Submersible Trash Pump is engineered for the toughest equine barn drain challenges, with superior solids passage, corrosion-resistant construction and continuous-duty capability that justify its premium price. Compared to the other pumps listed, the HS2.4S offers the best technical performance for manure, bedding and heavy washdown runoff, making it the best long-term investment where maximum reliability and reduced clogging are critical.
Solids handling
Abrasion resistant
Solids handling
Abrasion resistant
Review Summary
"Professional users rate the HS2.4S highly for robust solids handling, continuous-duty capability and industrial durability in demanding barn and construction drain applications. It's expensive and heavy but regularly praised for long-term reliability and ease of service."
Storm-ready — grit gobbler!
High-capacity solids handling designed to clear manure, bedding and heavy debris.
Storm-ready — grit gobbler!
High-capacity solids handling designed to clear manure, bedding and heavy debris.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
The Tsurumi HS2.4S Submersible Trash Pump is engineered for the toughest equine barn drain challenges, with superior solids passage, corrosion-resistant construction and continuous-duty capability that justify its premium price. Compared to the other pumps listed, the HS2.4S offers the best technical performance for manure, bedding and heavy washdown runoff, making it the best long-term investment where maximum reliability and reduced clogging are critical.
Solids handling
Abrasion resistant
Storm-ready — grit gobbler!
High-capacity solids handling designed to clear manure, bedding and heavy debris.
Rugged industrial construction and seals for long service life in harsh barn settings.
Solids handling
Abrasion resistant
Storm-ready — grit gobbler!
High-capacity solids handling designed to clear manure, bedding and heavy debris.
Rugged industrial construction and seals for long service life in harsh barn settings.