A large, low-priced inverter heat pump for in-ground pools up to about 30,000 gallons, where its top discharge helps on a tight pad.
Amazon $3,099The TURBRO Beluga B120V 116,000 BTU and the Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The TURBRO Beluga B120V 116,000 BTU leads on value. The TURBRO Beluga B120V 116,000 BTU costs $2,400 less ($3,099 vs $5,499).
For a mid-to-large in-ground pool where running cost matters, with cooling and cold-plunge chilling built in.
Amazon $5,499Prices 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 TURBRO Beluga B120V 116,000 BTU for value ($3,099 for 116,000 BTU ($27 per 1,000 BTU) vs $5,499 for 116,000 BTU ($47 per 1,000 BTU)).
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 | TURBRO Beluga B120V 116,000 BTU | Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 50 no COP published at 80 °F air (neutral score used) | 94 COP 6.5 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 36 51% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 52 COP 4.1 and 60% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 94 $3,099 for 116,000 BTU ($27 per 1,000 BTU) | 42 $5,499 for 116,000 BTU ($47 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts |
| Cold air 10% | 100 heats in air down to 14 °F | 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
| TURBRO Beluga B120V 116,000 BTU | Jandy VersaTemp 116,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 116,000 BTU | 116,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | - | 6.5 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 58,800 BTU | 70,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | - | 4.1 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 51% | 60% |
| AHRI certified | No | - |
| Compressor | Variable speed | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 14 °F | - |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 40 A breaker | 230 V, 50 A breaker |
| Water flow | - | 20 to 70 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 30,000 gal | - |
| Heat exchanger | titanium tube | titanium twisted coil |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | - | 32 × 32 × 42 in |
| Weight | - | 242 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | No |
| App | AIR.ai | iAquaLink |
| Automation compatibility | - | Jandy AquaLink |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts, 5 yr heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | 2-year limited warranty on the unit (3 years if registered at turbro.com/warranty) and 5 years on the compressor; repair or replacement of parts, non-transferable. Labor and heat exchanger terms not stated. | 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 | 2026-01 | 2022-02 |
