--- product_id: 182783950 title: "Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter" brand: "hayward" price: "$3035.53" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Hayward" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/182783950-hayward-w3s244t-proseries-sand-filter-24-inch-top-mount-pool store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Even water distribution 360° self-cleaning laterals 6-position VariFlo control valve Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter **Brand:** hayward **Price:** $3035.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Elevate your pool game with effortless, pro-level filtration! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter by hayward - **How much does it cost?** $3035.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/182783950-hayward-w3s244t-proseries-sand-filter-24-inch-top-mount-pool) ## Best For - hayward enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hayward brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Large Pressure Drain:** Quickly winterize or service your filter without mess or delay, saving you time and effort. - • **Top-Mount Integral Diffuser:** Evenly distributes water over the sand bed for maximum filtration efficiency and longer filter life. - • **360° Self-Cleaning Laterals:** Precision-engineered slotted laterals ensure balanced flow and hassle-free backwashing for crystal-clear water. - • **Corrosion-Proof Polymeric Tank:** Durable, weather-resistant construction guarantees all-season reliability and minimal maintenance. - • **Versatile 6-Position Control Valve:** Easy lever-action lets you dial in filter, backwash, rinse, and more with professional precision. ## Overview The Hayward ProSeries 24-Inch Top-Mount Sand Filter combines advanced 360° self-cleaning laterals with a corrosion-proof polymer tank and a versatile 6-position control valve, delivering balanced water flow and easy maintenance. Designed for in-ground pools and spas, it ensures sparkling clear water with minimal upkeep, making it the smart choice for pool owners who demand reliability and performance. ## Description ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch, Top-Mount Review: Great filter - This is my second filter of the same type. The other one still works fine, we just moved to a different house with a different pool. The main reason I changed it was because I was tired of washing out the cartridge filter once or twice a week. I can tell no difference in the water quality compared to the cartridge filter. the main thing to remember is that it has to be back washed before you run it on circulate. If you don't do that the fresh sand is always going to have some sediment in it and it's going to cloud your water. you can always vacuum it up but it sure makes it a lot easier to backwash it for 5 or 10 minutes before you use it. It's very intuitive to plumb.Don't buy your sand from desertcart as it is going to be three or four or even five times as much as just getting it at a local pool place. I used my last filter for at least six years and it was still going strong when we sold that house. At about five years, I had to replace the o-ring in the valve. It was still working, but it was getting harder to turn turn. It was a cheap fix and I did it all myself. Review: It works well and pool is clear - The filter it replaced was badly over its age of use, so I decided to tackle this project since no electrical skills were required. Watched a few youtube videos on cutting, and connecting pvc pipe , applying the purple primer and clear connector cements, and took on the job. The filter is working well, the pool is clear, and no sand was seen in the pool, which tells me I did not break any of the plastic water intakes I insgtalled inside the sand. ## Features - BALANCED FLOW & BACKWASHING: The Hayward ProSeries 24-Inch Top-Mount Filter is a Hayward sand filter with an efficient, multilateral underdrain assembly with 360° self-cleaning slotted laterals. - MAXIMUM FILTRATION: The pool sand filter diffuser supports even distribution of water across the entire sand bed for optimal filtration. - ALL-WEATHER PERFORMANCE: This swimming pool filter features a corrosion-proof filter tank molded from rugged polymeric material for dependable operation in any weather. - EASY OPERATION: The Hayward pool filters use a 6-position Hayward VariFlo control valve with an easy-to-use lever-action handle to quickly dial in the right valve/filter function. - RAPID WINTERIZING: The sand filter for pools with a large pressure sand/water drain is ready for quick winterizing or servicing. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07SQ2MHQ4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #18,358 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #34 in Sand Pool Filters | | Brand | Hayward | | Brand Name | Hayward | | Color | Tan | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 576 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00610377387736 | | Included Components | Sand Filter | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 24.5"L x 24.5"W x 42"H | | Item Type Name | Pool Filter | | Item Weight | 48 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Hayward | | Manufacturer Part Number | W3S244T | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1-Year | | Material | Sand | | Material Type | Sand | | Model Number | W3S244T | | Product Dimensions | 24.5"L x 24.5"W x 42"H | | Required Assembly | No | | Shape | Rectangular | | UPC | 610377387736 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Hayward - **Color:** Tan - **Material:** Sand - **Product Dimensions:** 24.5"L x 24.5"W x 42"H - **Shape:** Rectangular ## Images ![Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71SUyas+zwL.jpg) ![Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/814FYaICieL.jpg) ![Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KnfAhZHDL.jpg) ![Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UDQUmGNXL.jpg) ![Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch Top-Mount Pool Filter - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/710d+VYIhyL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is difference between this and de** A: There are two basic differences between a sand filter and a DE filter. First is filtration. A DE filter can filter debris down to 5 microns in size; the sand filter can remove debris down to 40 microns in size. The second difference is required maintenance. For either filter this is usually done every six months or when the pressure gauge reads ten pounds above the pressure reading when it was cleaned. The DE filter most be disassembled and each filter element cleaned. Once cleaned, the elements are inspected for damage. If otherwise okay, the filter is reassembled, the equipment is turned on, and the filter is checked for leaks. After this, DE is introduced to the filter through the skimmer. Then you have to clean the mess the cleaning made. Total time to do: 45 minutes to and hour and a half, depending on the mess. The sand filter is cleaned by running the discharge hose to the sewer cut out, rotating the multiport valve to back flush, and turning the equipment on for a few minutes. The equipment is turned off, the multiport valve is rotated back to filter, and roll up the discharge hose. Total time to do: 10 to 20 minutes, depending on how long the discharge hose is. **Q: does it come with the sand?** A: Nope. The required pounds of sand are in the specs and on the label. It will be at least 200 lbs. **Q: is this filtera good for a 24,000 gal pool?** A: I have it on a 25000 gal. in ground pool and it works great. **Q: Does it come with the 1 1/2 inch valve or the 2 inch valve?** A: This filter comes with a 1.5" valve. If you have any other questions you can also call 800-950-2210. FamilyPoolFun ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great filter *by G***N on April 23, 2021* This is my second filter of the same type. The other one still works fine, we just moved to a different house with a different pool. The main reason I changed it was because I was tired of washing out the cartridge filter once or twice a week. I can tell no difference in the water quality compared to the cartridge filter. the main thing to remember is that it has to be back washed before you run it on circulate. If you don't do that the fresh sand is always going to have some sediment in it and it's going to cloud your water. you can always vacuum it up but it sure makes it a lot easier to backwash it for 5 or 10 minutes before you use it. It's very intuitive to plumb.Don't buy your sand from Amazon as it is going to be three or four or even five times as much as just getting it at a local pool place. I used my last filter for at least six years and it was still going strong when we sold that house. At about five years, I had to replace the o-ring in the valve. It was still working, but it was getting harder to turn turn. It was a cheap fix and I did it all myself. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works well and pool is clear *by H***O on August 27, 2025* The filter it replaced was badly over its age of use, so I decided to tackle this project since no electrical skills were required. Watched a few youtube videos on cutting, and connecting pvc pipe , applying the purple primer and clear connector cements, and took on the job. The filter is working well, the pool is clear, and no sand was seen in the pool, which tells me I did not break any of the plastic water intakes I insgtalled inside the sand. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No local pool supplier could get one, So I checked Amazon and had it the next day! *by W***H on July 27, 2020* My old filter (same model, not sure how old it was but it was old) got a split in it and was leaking water. So I called all the local suppliers and no one could get one and could not get a date of when one would be available either (seems there is a local shortage). So after checking Amazon and a few clicks later there it was at my door the next day. Price was slightly more than from the local suppliers quoted if they could have got one. Install was pretty easy, I had the same filter already so the plumbing almost matched up perfectly. I did have to make a few adjustments but that took only one fitting and more time to drive to the store to get it than actually make the change. Getting the sand out of the old filter and moving the old filter out of the way was the more works. Not hard just slow going vacuuming wet sand. I cleaned the old sand and reused it (it's only a 3 years old) and added some new sand. Installing was pretty easy. Only only tiny drip on a fitting that should stop by itself. New filter seems to have a lower pressure drop (guessing that from cleaning the sand). ## Frequently Bought Together - Hayward W3S244T ProSeries Sand Filter, 24-Inch, Top-Mount - Hayward W3SP2607X10 Super Pump Pool Pump, 1 HP - Hayward CL200 In-line Automatic Chemical Feeder --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/182783950-hayward-w3s244t-proseries-sand-filter-24-inch-top-mount-pool](https://www.desertcart.us/products/182783950-hayward-w3s244t-proseries-sand-filter-24-inch-top-mount-pool) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*