Hayward HeatPro VS 120,000 BTU
#17 in Large PoolsFull review
For a Hayward Omni pool where quiet running matters most; single-speed units heat better in cool spring air.
HaywardThe Hayward HeatPro VS 120,000 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.1 to 3.0. The Hayward HeatPro VS 120,000 BTU leads on cold air. The Hayward HeatPro MCHX 140,000 BTU wins on cool weather.
Hayward HeatPro MCHX 140,000 BTU
#20 in Large PoolsFull review
A big single-speed heater for large in-ground pools in warm climates, where its weaker cool-air output matters less.
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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 VS 120,000 BTU for cold air (heats in air down to 40 °F vs heats in air down to 45 °F).
- Choose the Hayward HeatPro MCHX 140,000 BTU for cool weather (COP 4 and 59% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4 and 54% 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 large pools pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hayward HeatPro VS 120,000 BTU | Hayward HeatPro MCHX 140,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 50 COP 5.8 at 80 °F air | 44 COP 5.7 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 33 COP 4 and 54% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 43 COP 4 and 59% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 50 no current price (neutral score used) | 36 $6,999 for 138,000 BTU ($51 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 65 5-year compressor, 5-year parts, 2-year labor | 65 5-year compressor, 5-year parts, 2-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 33 heats in air down to 40 °F | 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
| Hayward HeatPro VS 120,000 BTU | Hayward HeatPro MCHX 140,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 120,000 BTU | 138,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 5.8 | 5.7 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 65,000 BTU | 82,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 54% | 59% |
| AHRI certified | Yes | Yes |
| Compressor | Variable speed | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 40 °F | 45 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | No |
| Heat and cool | Yes | No |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 60 A breaker | 230 V, 70 A breaker |
| Water flow | 28 to 75 gpm | 30 to 75 gpm |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 33.8 × 36.2 × 44.2 in | 30.5 × 33.6 × 44 in |
| Weight | 286 lb | 233 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| App | OmniLogic | - |
| Automation compatibility | Hayward Omni | - |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 5 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr heat exchanger | 5 yr compressor, 5 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | 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. Expert Line only; no online version. | 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 W3HP21405T (Open Line, sold online), Hayward HCB1405T |
| Released | 2022 | 2024-05 |