Customer Reviews

Beckett 92 gal. Pump for Medium Fountains

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The pump that arrived was not as pictured, but that didn't matter to me as long as the GPH was correct. I used it in a very small fountain and it didn't pump water any faster than my old pump that was only 75 gph. After working for less than a day, it finally...ran...down...to.....a trickle. So I returned it.

The picture of this pump and the actual pump are not the same. The cord is 1/2 the length stated in the description and the dimensions are not the same. After my first review I was contacted by the distributor and offered five dollors to change my review. The lady told me amazon.com chose the photo to display and it was not her fault the pump and dimensions were not the same as described. Classic bait and switch.

Beckett seems to build a much better fountain pump than the others that I've tried. We have an outdoor fountain that can be hard on pumps (the wide temperature changes in Texas and the debris accumulation). The previous Beckett pump lasted far longer (I'd guess at least 5 years) than any of the other brands that we've tried.

I ordered another brand, and it wouldn't work after I installed it, so I had to return it. Thankfully, Amazon has a "no hassle" return process, but I wish I hadn't disassembled the fountain, run the wiring, reassembled, leveled, and refilled with water -- only to discover it wouldn't work. Then I had to disassemble again. Cement fountain pieces are heavy and bulky, in case you wondered. I bought another similar pump (different brand) from Home Depot and tested it in a bucket of water first, and had to return that one since it would only hum and not pump.

Finally, I've got a pump that works and have learned to stick with Beckett. I've also learned to pre-test the pumps before installing. The only problem I've found with this pump is that Amazon advertises a 15 foot power cord (the same length as my previous Beckett cord), but only a 6 foot cord was provided. I'll have to attach and weatherproof an extension to reach the power outlet. If this pump lasts as long as the previous Beckett, we'll be very satisfied.

Beckett 7091510 130gph Fountain Pump I ordered the Beckett pump specifically for two reasons--my past experience with Beckett pumps is that they are very reliable and also, this relatively low volume pump had a 15 foot cord which was exactly what I needed. To my dismay, when I received the pump, it only had a 6 foot cord. Reading other/previous reviews, I noted that another customer had made the same complaint previously. Guess I learned two things---read reviews in advance and do not necessarily believe the detailed description placed in the ad. for this to have happened to one customer is understandable--mistakes happen. However--when it happens to more than one customer over a period of time, it tells me that Pricebully does NOT consider customer feedback and attempt to avoid the same mistake down the road. Leif Grytebust

I ordered the Beckett 130gph auto off fountain pump. It arrived on time and as described. I placed it in the fountain, plugged it in, and....... nothing. I gave it a little shake, heard a faint grinding noise and that was it. I boxed it up and exchanged it for a second one of the same make. Amazon's return policy made it easy to exchange! I got the second pump in a matter of days. I again placed the pump in the fountain and this time was excited to see that it pumped. But, alas, my excitement was quickly dashed away when the pump stopped after a mere 3 seconds. But then, all of a sudden it started pumping after nothing for about 2 seconds. It repeated this pattern, 3 seconds on, 2 off, for bit before stopping completely. I am returning the second pump tomorrow and am currently looking for another brand of pump. My advice, stay away from Beckett's pumps.

not sure how to review a water pump. I plugged it in, the thing works, my fountain spouts water!

the only thing that I can review it on, is possibly durability. I bought a beckett pump about 6 years ago, and it finally burned out! So in terms of durability, I would say 6 years of continual use would qualify.

For the price, it's worth the investment!

I wish I had read the reviews before ordering. Since I was replacing an old M130 that overheated due to low water, I thought I knew what I was getting.

I did read the specifications which said I would get a 15 FOOT CORD but instead I only got a 6 FOOT CORD.

I don't know how I will make this work.

I will admit after all the things I have ordered from Amazon, this is the first time they disappointed me.

I had this model pump for approx 20 years with good service.
The only problem was annual sticking of the impeller.
Solved by lubricating shaft.
Went on vacation this summer and the care taker allowed the fountain to go dry and the pump burned up.
Replaced with a smaller(80 gph)because the Beckett pump was not available locally and I didn't want to delay getting my fountain operating for the birds and animals in this Texas drought. Replacement pump was totally inadequate and filter clogged up every day. Order the Beckett 90 gph pump and it is as satisfactory as the original pump.
Quick and courteous service from Amazon...gwd

Using to replace a statuary pump made in Germany which is no longer available but did a great job for the 5 years it was in use. The Beckett (M130AUL) I received looks different from the picture and is more squarish and flatter that the Beckett I ordered. It works OK but the flow rate, raising the water to a spigot 36" above the bottom of the pump, Is barely acceptable and forces me to keep the height of the water in the bowl several inches higher than I did with the old pump. However, I will say that the pump is quieter than the pump it replaced.

The pump arrived on time since seller delivered promptly.
I'm using it on a pondless fountain I built on my front yard and it has worked perfectly since (1 month ago).
It's a great buy for the price and I would absolutely recommend both the seller and the product.
When I purchased it, the product description said 15' power cord which is not right (it's 6'). I contacted the seller so they address this issue.
Other than that, the product is excellent.