What is the difference between insinkerator badger 5 and 500

Q: What is the difference between Badger 1 and 5?

Horsepower – The Badger 1 has a respectable 1/3rd horsepower while the Badger 5 has a ½ horsepower. That makes the Badger 5 about 50% more powerful. This will certainly make a big difference in performance. This is the only difference between the two that Ive come across.

When you first take a look at both Insinkerator Badger 5 and 500, you find them look identical in appearance. Hence one obvious question will definitely come into your mind.

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What's the difference between a badger 5 and a badger 500?
Does InSinkErator Badger 500 replace Badger 5?
How long does a Badger 5 Garbage Disposal last?
What is the difference between Badger 1 and 5?

What is the difference between these two garbage disposals?

To find out more, we obtained the supporting documents from the manufacturer website.

Based on that information, we found these two models have the exact specifications. They have the same horsepower (HP), rpm, motor, dimension and weight.

Here is their

specifications

listed in the below tabulation for your easy reference.

Type of Feed	Continuous
HP	1/2
Volts	120
HZ	60
RPM	1725
Motor	Dura-Drive Induction
Warranty	2-Year Parts and In-Home Service
Grind Chamber Capacity	26 oz.
Dishwasher Drain Connection	Yes
Unit Finish	Waterborne Grey Enamel
Height	12-5/8"
Width	6-5/16"
Shipping Weight (Approx.)	14 lbs.

As stated in Insinkerator website, the 500 model is only available at The Home Depot.*

The only difference is their price tag. When you buy Badger 500 at The Home Depot, you’re paying around $20+ more as compare to order Badger 5 online at Amazon.

Since both have similar warranty and performance, the obvious choice is to get Badger 5. By doing so, you get the cost saving benefit.

But if you need it urgently and could not wait for the delivery; you can proceed to get the 500 model in your nearest local store.

*UPDATE:
Insinkerator Badger 500 garbage disposal is now available in Amazon. Although both models (5 and 500) cost around the same price, we still recommend Badger 5. This unit is more popular and has high customer reviews rating in Amazon.

What's the difference between a badger 5 and a badger 500?

there is NO DIFFERENCE between the 5 and the 500... except that the 500 is made specially for and available only from Home Depot.

Does InSinkErator Badger 500 replace Badger 5?

Answer: Yes it will! Badger 500 is the equivalent model of Badger 5. Additional information about InSinkErator could not be loaded.

How long does a Badger 5 Garbage Disposal last?

Bought this model because it was an easy swap as it was an exact replacement. Replace it every 7 to 8 years before it breaks; don't have to remove flange (sink) - same model. ... Replace it every 7 to 8 years before it breaks; don't have to remove flange (sink) - same model.

What is the difference between Badger 1 and 5?

Horsepower – The Badger 1 has a respectable 1/3^rd horsepower while the Badger 5 has a ½ horsepower. That makes the Badger 5 about 50% more powerful. This will certainly make a big difference in performance. This is the only difference between the two that I've come across.