Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU
#13 in Above-GroundFull review
A side-discharge heat-and-cool unit for above-ground or small in-ground pools, best for owners who already run a Hayward Omni system.
HaywardThe Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU and the AquaCal TropiCal T70 Inverter are evenly matched, rated 2.8 and 2.8. The Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU leads on cool weather. The AquaCal TropiCal T70 Inverter wins on cold air and warranty.
AquaCal TropiCal T70 Inverter
#14 in Above-GroundFull review
A compact inverter heat pump for smaller in-ground or above-ground pools up to about 20,000 gallons, for owners who want heat and cool from a 20 A circuit.
Inyo Pools $3,311 HVACDirect $3,311$3,311
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 Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU for cool weather (COP 4 and 69% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4 and 40% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
- Choose the AquaCal TropiCal T70 Inverter for cold air (heats in air down to 5 °F vs heats in air down to 40 °F) and warranty (5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor vs 2-year compressor, 2-year parts, 1-year labor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every above-ground pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU | AquaCal TropiCal T70 Inverter |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 19 COP 5.3 at 80 °F air | 19 COP 5.3 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 61 COP 4 and 69% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 14 COP 4 and 40% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 50 no current price (neutral score used) | 32 $3,311 for 63,000 BTU ($53 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 15 2-year compressor, 2-year parts, 1-year labor | 54 5-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 33 heats in air down to 40 °F | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU | AquaCal TropiCal T70 Inverter | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 70,000 BTU | 63,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 48,000 BTU | 25,500 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 69% | 40% |
| AHRI certified | - | No |
| Compressor | Single speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 40 °F | 5 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 60 A breaker | 230 V, 20 A breaker |
| Water flow | 25 to 38 gpm | 20 to 60 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | - | Up to 20,000 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-32 |
| Size (W × D × H) | 45.2 × 18.5 × 34.6 in | 43 × 19 × 28 in |
| Weight | 207 lb | 139 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | Built in |
| App | OmniLogic | PoolSync |
| Automation compatibility | Hayward Omni | AquaCal PoolSync Relay Center |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 2 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 1 yr labor, 5 yr heat exchanger | 5 yr compressor, 3 yr parts, 3 yr labor, lifetime heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | Expert Line above-ground heat pumps (2026 terms): 2 years parts (compressor included), 1 year field labor (3 years parts from a Hayward Rewards partner), titanium tube 5 years. The product page lists the same 2-year parts / 1-year labor; Hayward's in-ground heat pump terms (5 years parts, 2 labor, titanium tube 10 years) may apply when it is installed on an in-ground pool, but Hayward does not say which applies to this model. | 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. |