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. The Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU costs $412 less ($5,499 vs $5,911).
For a large pool or pool and spa on Jandy AquaLink that needs heat, cooling and chilling from one unit.
Amazon $5,911Prices 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 Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU for efficiency (COP 6.5 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.8 at 80 °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 | Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU | Jandy VersaTemp 130,000 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 | 50 COP 4 and 63% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 42 $5,499 for 116,000 BTU ($47 per 1,000 BTU) | 46 $5,911 for 130,000 BTU ($45 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts |
| Cold air 10% | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU | Jandy VersaTemp 130,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 116,000 BTU | 130,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.5 | 5.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 70,000 BTU | 82,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.1 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 60% | 63% |
| Compressor | Single speed | Single speed |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 50 A breaker | 230 V, 50 A breaker |
| Water flow | 20 to 70 gpm | 30 to 70 gpm |
| Heat exchanger | titanium twisted coil | titanium twisted coil |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 32 × 32 × 42 in | 32 × 32 × 45 in |
| Weight | 242 lb | 252 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| App | iAquaLink | iAquaLink |
| Automation compatibility | Jandy AquaLink | Jandy AquaLink |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 5 yr heat exchanger | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 5 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. | 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. |
| Released | 2022-02 | 2022-02 |
