I found it way cheaper to buy items from online stores that had the best overall price/service (S&H/Tax included), and NOT buy the 'packages'! BUT, I'm the type that is fairly mechanical and had to deal/troubleshoot all the issues surrounding equipment from different manufactures... I saved cash, but spent time (but I sure learned alot about the inner workings of my pool and I'm sure that will pay off in the long run). I would seriously consider matching your equipment based on the knowledge base here instead of buying some marketing departments recomendation... BUT then again, I'm a newbie and I'm living in the ignorance is bliss mode