{"product_id":"matala-pond-vacuum-ii-plus","title":"Matala Pond Vacuum II Plus","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.ps-hero{background:linear-gradient(135deg,#1a3a5c 0%,#244FBC 60%,#56ABF1 100%);color:#fff;padding:48px 40px;border-radius:0}.ps-hero .eyebrow{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:3px;text-transform:uppercase;opacity:.8;margin-bottom:12px}.ps-hero h1{font-size:2rem;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.2}.ps-hero .subtitle{font-size:1.05rem;opacity:.9;margin-bottom:24px;max-width:680px}.ps-badges{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px}.ps-badge{background:rgba(255,255,255,.18);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.35);border-radius:20px;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600}.ps-section{padding:40px 0 20px}.ps-section h2{font-size:1.4rem;color:#244FBC;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 20px;padding-bottom:10px;border-bottom:2px solid #e8f0fe}.ps-included{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(200px,1fr));gap:12px;margin:16px 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p{margin:0;color:#555;font-size:.9rem}.ps-cta-bar a{background:#244FBC;color:#fff;padding:10px 24px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:.95rem;white-space:nowrap}.ps-buy-btn-wrap{text-align:center;margin:32px 0}.ps-buy-btn{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:10px;background:#244FBC;color:#fff;padding:16px 36px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;font-size:1rem;letter-spacing:.5px;text-transform:uppercase;border:none;cursor:pointer;transition:background .15s}.ps-buy-btn:hover{background:#1a3a5c}.ps-buy-btn .arrow{font-size:1.1rem}@media(max-width:600px){.ps-hero{padding:32px 20px}.ps-hero h1{font-size:1.5rem}.ps-features{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr}.ps-included{grid-template-columns:1fr}.ps-addons{grid-template-columns:1fr}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eMatala Pond Vacuums\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMatala Pond Vacuum II Plus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"subtitle\"\u003eThe \"Muck Buster Plus\" — all the convenience of the Pond Vac II with a 25% larger 6.6-gallon tank and an energy-efficient 1.5 HP motor, reaching down to 6 ft for hobby ponds up to about 4,000 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ps-badge\"\u003e✓ Free Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ps-badge\"\u003e✓ 6.6-Gallon Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ps-badge\"\u003e✓ Reaches 6 ft Deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ps-badge\"\u003e✓ 888-825-6214\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included-item\"\u003eVacuum motor head with 6.6-gallon collection tank\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included-item\"\u003e16 ft suction hose\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included-item\"\u003e8 ft discharge hose with flapper valve\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included-item\"\u003e5 extension tubes (~15 in. each)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included-item\"\u003eSuction nozzles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-included-item\"\u003eSludge collection bag\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Middle Ground in the Matala Lineup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pond Vacuum II Plus is essentially the Pond Vac II with more capacity. Its 6.6-gallon tank holds 25% more than the II, so you get longer vacuum runs — roughly 50 seconds of suction before the motor shuts off and the tank drains in about 25 seconds, then restarts automatically. Five extension tubes reach depths up to 6 ft, and it removes algae, sludge, dead plants, leaves and small pebbles up to 3\/8 in. in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-quality German 1.5 HP motor delivers suction comparable to a 2 HP unit while using less energy. The sludge bag catches coarse debris, and the nutrient-rich drain water can go straight to garden beds or a yard drain — never back into the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e🪣\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e6.6-Gallon Tank\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25% more capacity than the Pond Vac II — more vacuuming per cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e⚡\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEfficient 1.5 HP Motor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman-built motor with 2 HP-class suction at 1150 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e🔁\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAuto Fill \u0026amp; Drain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShuts off when full, drains, and restarts on its own — no manual emptying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e📏\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReaches 6 ft Deep\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive ~15 in. extension tubes for deeper koi ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e🧺\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSludge Collection Bag\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraps leaves and debris up to 3\/8 in. before water drains out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e🐟\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFish-Pond Safe\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe for use in fish ponds and water gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-buy-btn-wrap\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"ps-buy-btn\" onclick=\"window.scrollTo({top:0,behavior:`smooth`});return false;\"\u003eGet Mine Now \u003cspan class=\"arrow\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ps-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePVPLUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatala Pond Vacuum II Plus, 115V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$289.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ps-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto fill \u0026amp; drain cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 HP, 1150 watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.6 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycle Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~50 sec vacuum \/ ~25 sec drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 6 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Particle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuction Hose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge Hose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ft with flapper valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtension Tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 x ~15 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8 x 13.8 x 22 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~28 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Pond Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to ~4,000 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare Matala Pond Vacuums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"ps-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePond Vacuum II\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePond Vacuum II Plus\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePond Vacuum Pro\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower-Cyclone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto fill \u0026amp; drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto fill \u0026amp; drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto fill \u0026amp; drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous (dual motor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.6 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.5 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.2 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 HP \/ 1400W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 HP \/ 1150W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 HP \/ 1150W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200W vacuum + 1 HP pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuction Hose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ft hose, gravity drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ft hose, gravity drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ft hose, gravity drain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32.8 ft hose, pumped up to 18 ft high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.4 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32.8 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall ponds, up to ~2,000 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHobby ponds, up to ~4,000 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHobby ponds, up to ~10,000 gal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge ponds \u0026amp; contractor use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$269.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$289.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$409.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$769.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-addons\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/matala-pond-vacuum-2hp\" class=\"ps-addon-card\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMatala Pond Vacuum II\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact 2 HP vacuum for smaller ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/matala-pond-vacuum-pro\" class=\"ps-addon-card\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMatala Pond Vacuum Pro\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.5-gallon tank for ponds up to ~10,000 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/matala-power-cyclone-pond-vacuum\" class=\"ps-addon-card\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMatala Power-Cyclone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual-motor continuous vacuum — no drain cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-q\"\u003eHow is the II Plus different from the Pond Vacuum II?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-a\"\u003eIt holds 25% more (6.6 vs 5.3 gallons), so it vacuums longer between drain cycles, and its extension tubes reach up to 6 ft deep. It uses an efficient 1.5 HP motor with suction comparable to the II's 2 HP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-q\"\u003eWhat size pond is it best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-a\"\u003eHobby ponds up to about 4,000 gallons. For larger ponds, step up to the Pond Vacuum Pro or the continuous Power-Cyclone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I get the most suction time per cycle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-a\"\u003eOpen the yellow ring on the handle for extended suction time, and place the tank up high so the discharge hose sits lower than the bottom of the tank for fast draining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ps-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-q\"\u003eCan I send the water back into my pond?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ps-faq-a\"\u003eNo — drain it to garden beds, lawn, or a drain. Vacuuming makes an easy way to do regular partial water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-cta-bar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuestions? Our pond experts are ready to help.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall or email us — we'll help you pick the right vacuum for your pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"tel:8888256214\"\u003e📞 888-825-6214\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ps-buy-btn-wrap\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"ps-buy-btn\" onclick=\"window.scrollTo({top:0,behavior:`smooth`});return false;\"\u003eGet Mine Now \u003cspan class=\"arrow\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67592510800146,"sku":"PVPLUS","price":289.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.yourpondpros.com\/products\/matala-pond-vacuum-ii-plus","provider":"Your Pond Pros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}