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product_id: 222581009
title: "HydraPump Smart - Submersible Water Pump - Smart Pump - Portable Electric Pump - HydraDetect Technology for Automatic Operation"
brand: "watershed innovations"
price: "$358.34"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Watershed Innovations"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/222581009-hydrapump-smart-submersible-water-pump-smart-pump-portable-electric-pump
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# 120V heavy-duty motor 2,000 GPH max flow rate 36 ft max lift height HydraPump Smart - Submersible Water Pump - Smart Pump - Portable Electric Pump - HydraDetect Technology for Automatic Operation

**Brand:** watershed innovations
**Price:** $358.34
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Pump Smarter, Not Harder — Stay Dry, Stay Ahead!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HydraPump Smart - Submersible Water Pump - Smart Pump - Portable Electric Pump - HydraDetect Technology for Automatic Operation by watershed innovations
- **How much does it cost?** $358.34 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/222581009-hydrapump-smart-submersible-water-pump-smart-pump-portable-electric-pump)

## Best For

- watershed innovations enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted watershed innovations brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Applications:** Ideal for flooded basements, pools, hot tubs, and more—your all-in-one water solution.
- • **Powerful 2,000 GPH Flow:** Rapidly moves large volumes of water for emergency or everyday use.
- • **Smart HydraDetect Sensor:** Automatically activates when water is detected—set it and forget it.
- • **Portable & Compact Design:** Lightweight 8.9 lbs with a 7.5" cube footprint—take it anywhere water needs moving.
- • **Precision Pumping Down to <⅓ Inch:** Efficiently removes nearly all standing water to protect your space.

## Overview

The Watershed Innovations HydraPump Smart is a compact, submersible electric pump powered by a robust 120V motor. Featuring HydraDetect technology, it automatically starts pumping when water is detected, delivering up to 2,000 gallons per hour with a maximum lift height of 36 feet. Designed for portability and efficiency, it removes water down to less than ⅓ inch, making it perfect for flood control, pool maintenance, and emergency water transfer.

## Description

Watershed Innovations HydraPump Smart - Submersible Water Pump - Smart Pump - Portable Electric Pump - HydraDetect Technology for Automatic Operation - desertcart.com

Review: Works better than expected - The description is strange. They say it automatically turns on at 1/3”. They also say it automatically turns off at 1/3”. This cannot be true, and, indeed, it is not. I’m happy to say that it pumps down to much less than 1/3” - in my case, at least. I noticed that it was frequently cycling because water was flowing back into the pump when it turned off. Thought it had a check valve. The documentation is all over the place. From the manufacturer - both online and in the sketchy manual, it seems to NOT have a check valve. However, the desertcart description says it does. I found a rubber thing among the hose adapters that seemed like a potential check valve-ish thing. However, there was no info anywhere about how to use it. After much puzzling, I found that there is an included black plastic piece that isn’t a hose adapter - it’s a check valve body. Insert the rubber thing into it, and you have a working check valve. Now the pump is operating beautifully!
Review: Great when it works - I bought this to pump out a low spot near my foundation that fills with water when there is a big rain. I placed it on a slate tile so it would not suck up dirt or grass. It started out great and kept water from building up even with heavy rain. I even recommended it to my brother for his basement walkout. About 2 months in it would not start pumping without being jiggled a little. But once started the first time it came on by itself whenever the water level rose. Now at 4 months, it needs to be unplugged and then plugged in again to get it to start, regardless of water level. But after it's done pumping the first time it will not start again without cutting the power again.

## Features

- SMART & UNIQUE: The HydraPump Smart is a popular multi-purpose submersible pump that pumps water automatically. This smart submersible water pump will detect water using our HydraDetect sensor and start pumping.
- PORTABLE & EFFICIENT: Quickly moves water with a heavy duty motor operating at 120V with strong pumping capacity and long pump life. This smart water pump is perfect for water transfer where you need it.
- EXTREMELY POWERFUL: This smart submersible pump is capable of transferring up to 2,000 gallons per hour and is ideal for everyday and/or emergency use.
- TOUGH: Large 2,000 GPH pumping capacity quickly moves water. Submersible water pump includes a 36 ft. max head (distance from water source to discharge point) and removes water down to less than a ⅓ of an inch. Includes a check valve that can be removed for increased flow.
- WIDE APPLICATION: The HydraPump Smart Submersible Water Pump is suitable for many different water transfer applications, including, but not limited to, Flooded Areas like Garages and Basements, and water transfer for Swimming Pools, Pool Covers, and Draining Hot Tubs

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08B483RXF |
| Best Sellers Rank | #455,510 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #607 in Power Water Pumps |
| Brand Name | Watershed Innovations |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (284) |
| Flow Rate | 35 Gallons Per Minute |
| Horsepower | 0.25 Horsepower |
| Included Components | Hose Adapters, Manual and Installation Guide |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 7.5"L x 7.5"W x 7.5"H |
| Item Weight | 8.9 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Watershed Innovations |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Maximum Lifting Height | 36 Feet |
| Power Source | ac |
| Product Style | Submersible,Submersible Water Pump |
| UPC | 810008930342 |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Watershed Innovations
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 8.9 Pounds
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Maximum Flow Rate:** 35 Gallons Per Minute
- **Maximum Lifting Height:** 36 Feet
- **Power Source:** ac
- **Product Dimensions:** 7.5"L x 7.5"W x 7.5"H
- **Style:** Submersible,Submersible Water Pump
- **Voltage:** 120 Volts

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works better than expected
*by R***N on July 23, 2023*

The description is strange. They say it automatically turns on at 1/3”. They also say it automatically turns off at 1/3”. This cannot be true, and, indeed, it is not. I’m happy to say that it pumps down to much less than 1/3” - in my case, at least. I noticed that it was frequently cycling because water was flowing back into the pump when it turned off. Thought it had a check valve. The documentation is all over the place. From the manufacturer - both online and in the sketchy manual, it seems to NOT have a check valve. However, the Amazon description says it does. I found a rubber thing among the hose adapters that seemed like a potential check valve-ish thing. However, there was no info anywhere about how to use it. After much puzzling, I found that there is an included black plastic piece that isn’t a hose adapter - it’s a check valve body. Insert the rubber thing into it, and you have a working check valve. Now the pump is operating beautifully!

### ⭐ Great when it works
*by J***Y on December 14, 2020*

I bought this to pump out a low spot near my foundation that fills with water when there is a big rain. I placed it on a slate tile so it would not suck up dirt or grass. It started out great and kept water from building up even with heavy rain. I even recommended it to my brother for his basement walkout. About 2 months in it would not start pumping without being jiggled a little. But once started the first time it came on by itself whenever the water level rose. Now at 4 months, it needs to be unplugged and then plugged in again to get it to start, regardless of water level. But after it's done pumping the first time it will not start again without cutting the power again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ May need modifications, but great overall.
*by N***E on October 18, 2025*

This pump initially failed to work for me. It turned out the rainwater I needed it to remove was so clean it didn’t register with the electronic water detector. This was easy to fix by wrapping copper wire around the water contacts to create a greater surface area for conductivity testing. Picture attached shows the setup using hot glue to secure the wire. Don’t use the built in screws to secure the wire, it would be even easier but some of them are connected to the ground plane for the sensing circuit. I haven’t found another pump that can remove water to such a low level so it’s worth the effort in this case.

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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-05-12*