Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU
#4 in Large PoolsFull review
For a mid-to-large in-ground pool where running cost matters, with cooling and cold-plunge chilling built in.
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The Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU leads on efficiency. The Hayward HeatPro MCHX 120,000 BTU wins on warranty.
Hayward HeatPro MCHX 120,000 BTU
#16 in Large PoolsFull review
A larger heat-only in-ground pool heater with a long dealer warranty, for buyers who don’t need cooling.
HaywardPrices were last checked November 1, 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 Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU for efficiency (COP 6.5 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.7 at 80 °F air).
- Choose the Hayward HeatPro MCHX 120,000 BTU for warranty (5-year compressor, 5-year parts, 2-year labor vs 5-year compressor, 2-year parts).
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 | Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU | Hayward HeatPro MCHX 120,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 94 COP 6.5 at 80 °F air | 44 COP 5.7 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 52 COP 4.1 and 60% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 49 COP 4 and 62% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 42 $5,499 for 116,000 BTU ($47 per 1,000 BTU) | 50 no current price (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts | 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
| Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU | Hayward HeatPro MCHX 120,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 116,000 BTU | 120,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.5 | 5.7 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 70,000 BTU | 75,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.1 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 60% | 62% |
| AHRI certified | - | Yes |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | - | 45 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | No |
| Heat and cool | Yes | No |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 50 A breaker | 230 V, 65 A breaker |
| Water flow | 20 to 70 gpm | 30 to 75 gpm |
| Heat exchanger | titanium twisted coil | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 32 × 32 × 42 in | 30.5 × 33.6 × 44 in |
| Weight | 242 lb | 233 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| App | iAquaLink | - |
| Automation compatibility | Jandy AquaLink | - |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 5 yr heat exchanger | 5 yr compressor, 5 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | Heat pump 2 years; compressor and heat exchanger 5 years; labor not covered. Requires a licensed or experienced professional installer. Not valid for units bought through the Internet or other e-commerce platforms. | 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 W3HP21205T (Open Line, sold online), Hayward HCB1205T |
| Released | 2022-02 | 2024-05 |