VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU
#1 in Above-GroundFull review
A cheap single-speed heat pump for above-ground pools up to about 13,000 gallons, for buyers who want the lowest price per BTU.
Amazon $973.07$973.07
The VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 4.1 to 2.8. The VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU leads on value, efficiency and cold air. The Hayward HeatPro 50,000 BTU wins on warranty. The VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU costs $2,025.93 less ($973.07 vs $2,999).
Hayward HeatPro 50,000 BTU
#12 in Above-GroundFull review
A compact heat-and-cool unit for an above-ground or small pool from a big-name maker, best bought through a dealer to get the longer warranty.
Amazon $2,999$2,999
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 VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU for value ($973 for 38,220 BTU ($25 per 1,000 BTU) vs $2,999 for 47,000 BTU ($64 per 1,000 BTU)), efficiency (COP 6.6 at 80 °F air vs COP 6 at 80 °F air) and cold air (heats in air down to 20 °F vs heats in air down to 40 °F).
- Choose the Hayward HeatPro 50,000 BTU for warranty (2-year compressor, 2-year parts, 1-year labor vs 1-year compressor, 1-year parts).
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 | VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU | Hayward HeatPro 50,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 COP 6.6 at 80 °F air | 63 COP 6 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 70 COP 4.1 and 68% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 46 COP 4 and 61% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 98 $973 for 38,220 BTU ($25 per 1,000 BTU) | 15 $2,999 for 47,000 BTU ($64 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year compressor, 1-year parts | 15 2-year compressor, 2-year parts, 1-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 100 heats in air down to 20 °F | 33 heats in air down to 40 °F |
| Noise 10% | 70 52 dB(A) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU | Hayward HeatPro 50,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 38,220 BTU | 47,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.6 | 6 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 26,100 BTU | 28,500 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.1 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 68% | 61% |
| AHRI certified | No | Yes |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 20 °F | 40 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 52 dB(A) | - |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V | 230 V, 35 A breaker |
| Water flow | - | 16 to 25 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 13,209 gal | - |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 39.4 × 15.7 × 26 in | 44.5 × 17.9 × 25.6 in |
| Weight | 143 lb | 152 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 1 yr compressor, 1 yr parts | 2 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 1 yr labor, 5 yr heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | VEVOR's store-wide standard 12-month manufacturer's warranty (free repair of defects); no separate compressor or heat exchanger term. Paid protection plans add 1 to 3 years. Labor not stated. | 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 online W3 (Open Line) version is 1 year parts only, no labor. |
| Also sold as | - | Hayward W3HP50HA2 (Open Line, sold online) |