AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R
#3 in Large PoolsFull review
AquaCal’s biggest residential heat pump, for large pools or pool-and-spa setups that need strong heating into the cool seasons.
Amazon $6,255$6,255
The AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R leads on efficiency and cool weather. The Pentair UltraTemp 140 wins on warranty. The AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R costs $744 less ($6,255 vs $6,999).
Pentair UltraTemp 140
#12 in Large PoolsFull review
For large pools or pool-and-spa setups that need a lot of heat from one single-phase unit, ideally on Pentair automation.
Amazon $6,999$6,999
Prices were last checked October 27, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R for efficiency (COP 6.1 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.8 at 80 °F air) and cool weather (COP 4.2 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4 and 62% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
- Choose the Pentair UltraTemp 140 for warranty (10-year compressor, 2-year parts, 2-year labor vs 5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large pools pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R | Pentair UltraTemp 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 69 COP 6.1 at 80 °F air | 50 COP 5.8 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 66 COP 4.2 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 48 COP 4 and 62% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 46 $6,255 for 138,000 BTU ($45 per 1,000 BTU) | 40 $6,999 for 145,000 BTU ($48 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 54 5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor | 67 10-year compressor, 2-year parts, 2-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R | Pentair UltraTemp 140 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 138,000 BTU | 145,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.1 | 5.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 88,000 BTU | 90,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.2 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 64% | 62% |
| AHRI certified | No | Yes |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Defrost | Yes | No |
| Heat and cool | Yes | No |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 60 A breaker | 230 V, 70 A breaker |
| Water flow | 30 to 70 gpm | 30 to 120 gpm |
| Heat exchanger | titanium (ThermoLink) | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 34 × 34 × 40 in | - |
| Weight | 285 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | No |
| App | PoolSync | - |
| Automation compatibility | AquaCal PoolSync Relay Center | Pentair IntelliTouch, Pentair EasyTouch |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 3 yr parts, 3 yr labor, lifetime heat exchanger | 10 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 2 yr labor, lifetime heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | National warranty (contiguous US, bought through an authorized dealer, installed after 1 Jan 2025): parts and on-site labor years 1-3 (trip fees waived); limited parts years 4-5 covering compressor, heat exchanger and evaporator coil (trip/shop fee may apply); limited lifetime parts-only cover on the ThermoLink titanium tubing. Original owner and site only. | Heat pump 2 years parts and labor, compressor 10 years, titanium heat exchanger lifetime, from installation; register to activate. Requires professional installation (otherwise 1 year parts only). Internet purchases, even from authorized online resellers, get 1 year parts only. |