VEVOR VBPYCA-210 70,730 BTU
#4 in Above-GroundFull review
A cheap inverter heat pump for above-ground or in-ground pools up to about 20,000 gallons, for buyers who put price first and can live with a one-year warranty.
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The VEVOR VBPYCA-210 70,730 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.8 to 2.8. The VEVOR VBPYCA-210 70,730 BTU leads on efficiency and cold air. The Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU wins on warranty.
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.
HaywardPrices 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 VBPYCA-210 70,730 BTU for efficiency (COP 6.9 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.3 at 80 °F air) and cold air (heats in air down to 5 °F vs heats in air down to 40 °F).
- Choose the Hayward HeatPro 70,000 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 VBPYCA-210 70,730 BTU | Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 COP 6.9 at 80 °F air | 19 COP 5.3 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 60 COP 4.8 and 50% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 61 COP 4 and 69% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 93 $1,900 for 70,730 BTU ($27 per 1,000 BTU) | 50 no current price (neutral score used) |
| 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 5 °F | 33 heats in air down to 40 °F |
| Noise 10% | 15 63 dB(A) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| VEVOR VBPYCA-210 70,730 BTU | Hayward HeatPro 70,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 70,730 BTU | 70,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.9 | 5.3 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 35,210 BTU | 48,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.8 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 50% | 69% |
| AHRI certified | No | - |
| Compressor | Variable speed | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 5 °F | 40 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 63 dB(A) | - |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V | 230 V, 60 A breaker |
| Water flow | 20 gpm minimum | 25 to 38 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 19,812 gal | - |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 45.9 × 17.7 × 30.5 in | 45.2 × 18.5 × 34.6 in |
| Weight | 177 lb | 207 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | No |
| App | Smart Life | OmniLogic |
| Automation compatibility | - | Hayward Omni |
| 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 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. |