Raypak Crosswind V 8550
#1 in Large PoolsFull review
Raypak’s largest Crosswind V, for big pools or pool-and-spa combos, at a low price per BTU for a single-speed unit.
Amazon $4,450$4,450
The Raypak Crosswind V 8550 is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Raypak Crosswind V 8550 leads on value and warranty. The Raypak Crosswind V 8550 costs $1,805 less ($4,450 vs $6,255).
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
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 Raypak Crosswind V 8550 for value ($4,450 for 138,000 BTU ($32 per 1,000 BTU) vs $6,255 for 138,000 BTU ($45 per 1,000 BTU)) and warranty (7-year compressor, 7-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 | Raypak Crosswind V 8550 | AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 63 COP 6 at 80 °F air | 69 COP 6.1 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 65 COP 4.2 and 63% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 66 COP 4.2 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 77 $4,450 for 138,000 BTU ($32 per 1,000 BTU) | 46 $6,255 for 138,000 BTU ($45 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 76 7-year compressor, 7-year parts, 2-year labor | 54 5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-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% | 10 64 dB(A) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Raypak Crosswind V 8550 | AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ200R | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 138,000 BTU | 138,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6 | 6.1 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 87,000 BTU | 88,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.2 | 4.2 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 63% | 64% |
| AHRI certified | No | No |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Defrost | - | Yes |
| Heat and cool | No | Yes |
| Sound level | 64 dB(A) | - |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 60 A breaker | 230 V, 60 A breaker |
| Water flow | 20 to 50 gpm | 30 to 70 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 27,311 gal | - |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium (ThermoLink) |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 33.8 × 33.8 × 37.8 in | 34 × 34 × 40 in |
| Weight | 330 lb | 285 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | Raymote | PoolSync |
| Automation compatibility | - | AquaCal PoolSync Relay Center |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 7 yr compressor, 7 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr heat exchanger | 5 yr compressor, 3 yr parts, 3 yr labor, lifetime heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | 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. | 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. |
| Also sold as | Rheem Crosswind V | - |