Water Pump Price in Kenya 2026: Surface, Submersible, Borehole & Booster Pumps

Water pump prices in Kenya on Buy More Mall start at KSh 8,410 for a small submersible and go up to KSh 240,000 for a 3-phase stainless multistage pump. This guide groups the pumps by job, lists every price and explains how to pick one that will not burn out or disappoint.

First, Which Type of Pump Do You Need?

• Surface (jet) pump: sits above the water and sucks it up. Good for shallow wells, tanks and boosting pressure. It can only lift water about 7 to 9 m by suction (less at high altitude such as Nairobi).
• Submersible pump: sits in the water and pushes it up. Used for tanks, sumps, drainage, shallow wells and, in slim 3" and 4" versions, boreholes.
• Borehole pump: a long, thin submersible made to fit the borehole casing (the ones below need at least a 110 mm borehole).
• Multistage pump: several impellers in series give high pressure. Used for apartments, irrigation, RO plants and boiler feed.
• Engine (petrol) pump: for farms and sites with no power: irrigation, filling tanks from a river, dewatering.

Surface Pump Prices

Submersible and Borehole Pump Prices

Borehole pumps must be matched to the borehole depth, the water level, the height of your tank and the yield of the borehole. Send us the drilling report and we will size it. For water quality problems (salty, hard or fluoride water) see Borehole Water Treatment in Kenya.

Multistage and Circulator Pump Prices

Petrol Engine Pump Prices

A 2" pump suits most small farms. A 3" pump moves much more water for flood irrigation or dewatering, but it uses more fuel and needs bigger pipes.

How to Size a Pump: Flow and Head

1. Flow: how much water you need, in litres per minute or m³/h. Count the taps, showers or sprinklers that run at the same time.
2. Head: the total height the pump must push the water (from the water level to the highest outlet) plus friction losses in the pipes. Long, thin pipes add a lot of friction.
3. Power supply: most homes have single phase (240 V). The biggest pumps need 3-phase power.
4. Water quality: sandy or dirty water needs a pump rated for sand or silt. Hot water needs a pump rated for the temperature.

Always read the pump curve: a pump gives less flow the higher it has to push. A pump that is too small runs all day. One that is far too big wastes power and can run dry.

Protect Your Pump

• Fit a float switch or a pump controller so the pump stops when the tank is empty (dry running kills pumps).
• Use a stabiliser or proper motor protection where the power supply is unstable.
• For household pressure, pair the pump with a controller or pressure tank. See our booster pump and pressure controller guide.

Not sure which one fits? Send us your details (water source, flow, product or site) on WhatsApp or through the product page and we will help you choose.

How Does a Borehole Pump Work?

A submersible borehole pump sits under water, deep inside the borehole. Its motor drives a stack of impellers that push water up the rising pipe to the surface tank. Because it pushes water rather than sucking it, it can lift water from depths a surface pump cannot reach.

How Long Do Borehole Pumps Last?

A correctly sized pump that never runs dry lasts much longer. The main causes of early failure are dry running (pumping faster than the borehole yields), sand, and power problems. Fit dry-run protection or a level switch, size the pump to the borehole yield, and use a stable power supply with the right cable size.

How Long Can a Borehole Pump Run Continuously?

Follow the manufacturer's duty rating, and never pump faster than the borehole can refill. A storage tank lets the pump run in sensible cycles instead of all day.

Can a Water Pump Run on an Inverter or Solar?

Yes, if the inverter is sized for the pump: a motor draws much more power when starting than when running. Solar pumps with their own controllers are made for this and are listed in this guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a water pump in Kenya?

On Buy More Mall, pumps cost from KSh 8,410 for a small submersible to KSh 240,000 for a 3-phase multistage pump. Surface jet pumps start at KSh 24,500.

How much is a borehole pump in Kenya?

4-inch Pedrollo borehole pumps start at KSh 58,500, and the Dayliff DSD3/18 with float switch is KSh 43,750. The right size depends on depth and yield, so send us your drilling report.

Can a surface pump pull water from a deep well?

No. Surface pumps can only lift water about 7 to 9 m by suction, and less at high altitude. For deeper water use a submersible or borehole pump.

Which pump is best for a farm without electricity?

A petrol engine pump such as the Dayliff DC50P (KSh 26,830), or a solar pump system sized for your site.

Prices shown are regular prices on Buy More Mall. Many products are currently on offer, so open the product page to see today's price.

How does a borehole pump work?

A submersible pump sits under water in the borehole and pushes water up the rising pipe using a stack of impellers.

How long do borehole pumps last?

Much longer when correctly sized and protected from dry running, sand and power problems.

Can a water pump run on an inverter?

Yes, if the inverter is sized for the pump's starting power, which is much higher than its running power.

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