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 3.4. The AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R leads on efficiency and cool weather. The Raypak Crosswind V 8550 Heat/Cool wins on warranty and value. The Raypak Crosswind V 8550 Heat/Cool costs $1,055 less ($5,200 vs $6,255).
Raypak Crosswind V 8550 Heat/Cool
#9 in Large PoolsFull review
Raypak’s largest Crosswind V with cooling, for big pools or pool-and-spa combos in hot climates.
Amazon $5,200$5,200
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 4.1 and 62% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
- Choose the Raypak Crosswind V 8550 Heat/Cool for warranty (7-year compressor, 7-year parts, 2-year labor vs 5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor) and value ($5,200 for 137,000 BTU ($38 per 1,000 BTU) vs $6,255 for 138,000 BTU ($45 per 1,000 BTU)).
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 | Raypak Crosswind V 8550 Heat/Cool |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| 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 | 56 COP 4.1 and 62% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 46 $6,255 for 138,000 BTU ($45 per 1,000 BTU) | 62 $5,200 for 137,000 BTU ($38 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 54 5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor | 76 7-year compressor, 7-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) | 10 64 dB(A) |
Specifications
| AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R | Raypak Crosswind V 8550 Heat/Cool | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 138,000 BTU | 137,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.1 | 5.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 88,000 BTU | 85,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 64% | 62% |
| AHRI certified | No | No |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Defrost | Yes | - |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | - | 64 dB(A) |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 60 A breaker | 230 V, 60 A breaker |
| Water flow | 30 to 70 gpm | 20 to 50 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | - | Up to 27,101 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium (ThermoLink) | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 34 × 34 × 40 in | 33.8 × 33.8 × 37.8 in |
| Weight | 285 lb | 340 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | PoolSync | Raymote |
| Automation compatibility | AquaCal PoolSync Relay Center | - |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 3 yr parts, 3 yr labor, lifetime heat exchanger | 7 yr compressor, 7 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr 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. | 7 years parts, 2 years labor; titanium tube of the heat exchanger 10 years parts (2 years labor). Single-family residential only; any other installation gets 1 year parts and labor. Contiguous 48 states. |