A strong pick for a typical in-ground pool with Pentair automation, backed by one of the longest compressor warranties.
Leslie's $5,999.99The Pentair UltraTemp 110 is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Pentair UltraTemp 110 leads on efficiency. The Hayward HeatPro MCHX 110,000 BTU wins on cool weather. The Hayward HeatPro MCHX 110,000 BTU costs $270.99 less ($5,729 vs $5,999.99).
A mid-size in-ground pool heater with good cool-weather output and a long dealer warranty, for buyers who only need heat.
Inyo Pools $5,729Prices 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 Pentair UltraTemp 110 for efficiency (COP 6.1 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.7 at 80 °F air).
- Choose the Hayward HeatPro MCHX 110,000 BTU for cool weather (COP 4 and 68% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every in-ground pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Pentair UltraTemp 110 | Hayward HeatPro MCHX 110,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 69 COP 6.1 at 80 °F air | 44 COP 5.7 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 52 COP 4 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 61 COP 4 and 68% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 29 $6,000 for 110,000 BTU ($55 per 1,000 BTU) | 33 $5,729 for 110,000 BTU ($52 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 67 10-year compressor, 2-year parts, 2-year labor | 65 5-year compressor, 5-year parts, 2-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) | 17 heats in air down to 45 °F |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Pentair UltraTemp 110 | Hayward HeatPro MCHX 110,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 110,000 BTU | 110,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.1 | 5.7 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 70,000 BTU | 75,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 64% | 68% |
| AHRI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | - | 45 °F |
| Defrost | No | No |
| Heat and cool | No | No |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 70 A breaker | 230 V, 65 A breaker |
| Water flow | 30 to 120 gpm | 30 to 75 gpm |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | - | 30.5 × 33.6 × 44 in |
| Weight | - | 230 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Automation compatibility | Pentair IntelliTouch, Pentair EasyTouch | - |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 10 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 2 yr labor, lifetime heat exchanger | 5 yr compressor, 5 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | Heat pump 2 years parts and labor, compressor 10 years, titanium heat exchanger lifetime, from installation; register to activate. Requires professional installation (otherwise 1 year parts only). Internet purchases, even from authorized online resellers, get 1 year parts only. | Expert Line in-ground heat pumps (2026 terms): 5 years parts (compressor included), 2 years field labor (3 years from a Hayward Rewards/Totally Hayward partner), titanium tube 10 years; bought from Hayward or an authorized seller. The online W3 (Open Line) version is 1 year parts only, no labor. |
| Also sold as | - | Hayward W3HP21105T (Open Line, sold online), Hayward HCB1105T |
| Released | - | 2024-05 |
