For a mid-to-large in-ground pool where running cost matters, with cooling and cold-plunge chilling built in.
Amazon $5,499The Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU leads on efficiency and cool weather. The Hayward HeatPro VS 120,000 BTU wins on warranty.
For a Hayward Omni pool where quiet running matters most; single-speed units heat better in cool spring air.
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 5.8 at 80 °F air) and cool weather (COP 4.1 and 60% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4 and 54% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
- Choose the Hayward HeatPro VS 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 VS 120,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 94 COP 6.5 at 80 °F air | 50 COP 5.8 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 52 COP 4.1 and 60% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 33 COP 4 and 54% 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) | 33 heats in air down to 40 °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 VS 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 | 5.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 70,000 BTU | 65,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.1 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 60% | 54% |
| AHRI certified | - | Yes |
| Compressor | Single speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | - | 40 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 50 A breaker | 230 V, 60 A breaker |
| Water flow | 20 to 70 gpm | 28 to 75 gpm |
| Heat exchanger | titanium twisted coil | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 32 × 32 × 42 in | 33.8 × 36.2 × 44.2 in |
| Weight | 242 lb | 286 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| App | iAquaLink | OmniLogic |
| Automation compatibility | Jandy AquaLink | Hayward Omni |
| 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. Expert Line only; no online version. |
| Released | 2022-02 | 2022 |
