Advantages of Automatic Pumps-Higher capacity and faster pumping ?amazonsurmountwayautomaticswimmingpoolcoverpump_2021 Required for in-ground pools and larger above-ground pools.Safer for homes with children and pets ? Eliminates puddles from accumulating on pool covers which are a potential drowning hazard.Continuous protection ? Removes heavy water before it can damage the pool cover and/or pull an unanchored cover into the pool.