{"id":306,"date":"2020-04-14T20:14:04","date_gmt":"2020-04-14T20:14:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/poolcleanerio.com\/?p=306"},"modified":"2022-10-20T15:54:14","modified_gmt":"2022-10-20T15:54:14","slug":"zodiac-pb4-pump-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poolcleanerio.com\/zodiac-pb4-pump-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Zodiac PB4-60 Booster Pump Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale\"  data-aawp-product-id=\"B000786GKS\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"true\">\n\n    <span class=\"aawp-product__ribbon aawp-product__ribbon--sale\">Sale<\/span>\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS?tag=iopoolcleaner-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41qtu1ORRyL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n                    <div class=\"aawp-product__rating\">\n                \n                                    <div class=\"aawp-product__reviews\">1,964 Reviews<\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS?tag=iopoolcleaner-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>EFFICIENT: Ultra low flow requirements allow the booster pump to operate on the low speed of a 2-speed or variable-speed pump for energy savings<\/li><li>THE POWER BEHIND POLARIS: High efficiency 3\/4 horsepower motor drives water flow to propel the pressure cleaner and circulate clean water throughout the pool<\/li><li>DESIGN DRIVEN: Unlike other booster pumps, Polaris booster pumps are specifically designed to operate Polaris pressure-side pool cleaners at optimum power and cleaning efficiency<\/li><li>COMPATIBILITY: Appropriate for all Polaris pressure-side cleaners that require a booster pump<\/li><li>WHAT'S INCLUDED: Comes with Polaris Softtube and quick connect fittings. Professional installation is the key to ensure best performance and warranty coverage of your Polaris booster pump.<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n                                                <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--old\">&#36;618.33<\/span>\n                                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--saved\">&#8722;&#36;134.76<\/span>\n                            \n                            <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--current\">&#36;483.57<\/span>\n            \n            <a class=\"aawp-check-prime\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/prime\/?tag=iopoolcleaner-20\" title=\"Amazon Prime\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a>        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--yellow rounded aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS?tag=iopoolcleaner-20&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"More Info on Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">More Info on Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Main Features of the PB4-60<\/h2>\n<p>4.9 <span style=\"width: 100%;\"> <a title=\"Zodiac PB4-60 Polaris Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS\/?tag=iopoolcleaner-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51nskl9wiRL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Zodiac PB4-60 Polaris Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Zodiac Booster Pump<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>100% assembled when bought<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Plug-n-Play&#8221; just swap over the wiring and plumbing of your old unit.<\/li>\n<li>Specifically designed to operate Polaris pressure-side pool cleaners<\/li>\n<li>Improve pool cleaner performance + improving the water circulation of the swimming poolHas a 4.2\/5.0 rating on amazon with 943 reviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Key Features &amp; Specifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ultra high efficiency 3\/4 horsepower<\/strong> \u2014 provides a ton of extra pressure, and hardly produces sound (it still does but not as loud as the PENTAIR)<\/p>\n<p>Economic drain plug with o-ring<\/p>\n<p><strong>New larger volute seal o-ring<\/strong> \u2014this will ensure a leak- and air-proof barrier for optimal suction<\/p>\n<p><strong>Easy installation<\/strong> \u2014 includes quick connectors and softie hose<\/p>\n<p><strong>Maximum Durability<\/strong> \u2014 it can run for about 8 hours a day without being turned off<\/p>\n<p><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 31lbs<\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>4 Reasons why you should get the Polaris Booster Pump:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Efficient and powerful performance<\/li>\n<li>Easy-assembly<\/li>\n<li>Durable and long lasting<\/li>\n<li>Compatible with ANY TOP FILTRATION PUMPS<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><strong>WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY ABOUT THIS PRODUCT<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2UYIvDJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Zodiac PB4-60 Polaris Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" src=\"https:\/\/poolcleanerio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Zodiac-PB4-60-Polaris-Booster-Pump-with-60-Hertz-Motor-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" data-id=\"316\" data-init-width=\"560\" data-init-height=\"315\" data-width=\"560\" data-height=\"315\" data-link-wrap=\"true\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The PB4-60Q is the quieter version of this product<\/p>\n<p>The PB4-60 is much more noisier than other booster pumps in the market<\/p>\n<p>The voltages of the PB4-60 booster pump is about 220v \u2014 any voltages low may cause it to run perfectly for a few minutes then overheat (as what a buyer mentioned)<\/p>\n<p>There is a problem with the warranty where it won\u2019t be applied if the unit wasn\u2019t installed by a certified technician<\/p>\n<p>This product still works perfectly for most reviews which garnered about 70% of their reviews giving 5 stars<\/p>\n<p>The pump can last for long periods per day<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Vs THE PENTAIR 340036\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Pentair is smaller and has a \u201cweaker\u201d motor 1\/2-HP motor, BUT delivers a good pressure and volume<\/p>\n<p>It is also a dual-voltage pumps that draws 10.8amp on 115V and 5.4 amp on 230v<\/p>\n<p>This motor was advertised as a \u201cquiet\u201d motor but is actually noisier than the PB4-60<\/p>\n<p>In terms of performance most reviews would consider the Pentair 340036<\/p>\n<h3><strong>CONS OF THE ZODIAC PB4 POLARIS BOOSTER PUMP<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This product may last for long periods of hours per day (about 8 hours according to most customers who reviewed this product) but also a large percentage of the amazon reviews pointed out that the product suddenly suffers technical problems afterwards.<\/p>\n<p>A percent of the reviews mainly pointed out the problems with the shipping (ex. Lacked care when shipping).<\/p>\n<h3><strong>ENDING (Final Thoughts)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Without a doubt, the Zodiac PB4-60 Polaris Booster Pump is of excellent quality and provides an amazing pump performance. If you noticed most of the reviews are being pointed out by customers are not in the performance of the pump but rather the noise or the shipping conditions. Therefore, making this product an excellent one to purchase.<\/p>\n<p>In amazon this pump being sold for about $250 depending on the pack you will buying. It ranges from that price to about $2319.00 depending on the pack you will be choosing.<\/p>\n<p>Being compared to a direct competitor, this product stood out because of its powerful motor, though some reviews would choose the Pentair only because it\u2019s cheaper.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale\"  data-aawp-product-id=\"B000786GKS\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"true\">\n\n    <span class=\"aawp-product__ribbon aawp-product__ribbon--sale\">Sale<\/span>\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS?tag=iopoolcleaner-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41qtu1ORRyL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n                    <div class=\"aawp-product__rating\">\n                \n                                    <div class=\"aawp-product__reviews\">1,964 Reviews<\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS?tag=iopoolcleaner-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump with 60-Hertz Motor        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>EFFICIENT: Ultra low flow requirements allow the booster pump to operate on the low speed of a 2-speed or variable-speed pump for energy savings<\/li><li>THE POWER BEHIND POLARIS: High efficiency 3\/4 horsepower motor drives water flow to propel the pressure cleaner and circulate clean water throughout the pool<\/li><li>DESIGN DRIVEN: Unlike other booster pumps, Polaris booster pumps are specifically designed to operate Polaris pressure-side pool cleaners at optimum power and cleaning efficiency<\/li><li>COMPATIBILITY: Appropriate for all Polaris pressure-side cleaners that require a booster pump<\/li><li>WHAT'S INCLUDED: Comes with Polaris Softtube and quick connect fittings. Professional installation is the key to ensure best performance and warranty coverage of your Polaris booster pump.<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n                                                <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--old\">&#36;618.33<\/span>\n                                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--saved\">&#8722;&#36;134.76<\/span>\n                            \n                            <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--current\">&#36;483.57<\/span>\n            \n            <a class=\"aawp-check-prime\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/prime\/?tag=iopoolcleaner-20\" title=\"Amazon Prime\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a>        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--yellow rounded aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000786GKS?tag=iopoolcleaner-20&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"More Info on Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">More Info on Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Main Features of the PB4-60 4.9 Zodiac Booster Pump 100% assembled when bought &#8220;Plug-n-Play&#8221; just swap over the wiring and plumbing of your old unit. 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