VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU
#5 in Above-GroundFull review
A cheap single-speed heat pump for above-ground or small in-ground pools up to about 16,000 gallons, for buyers who want the lowest price per BTU.
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The VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.8 to 2.9. The VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU leads on efficiency and cool weather. The Raypak Crosswind 50K wins on warranty and noise.
Raypak Crosswind 50K
#10 in Above-GroundFull review
Raypak’s smallest inverter heat pump, for above-ground or small in-ground pools where low noise and heat-and-chill matter.
RaypakPrices 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 VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU for efficiency (COP 6.2 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.4 at 80 °F air) and cool weather (COP 4 and 61% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4 and 49% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
- Choose the Raypak Crosswind 50K for warranty (3-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor vs 1-year compressor, 1-year parts) and noise (50 dB(A) vs 54 dB(A)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every above-ground pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU | Raypak Crosswind 50K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 74 COP 6.2 at 80 °F air | 25 COP 5.4 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 49 COP 4 and 61% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 22 COP 4 and 49% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 100 $1,202 for 52,100 BTU ($23 per 1,000 BTU) | 50 no current price (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year compressor, 1-year parts | 43 3-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 100 heats in air down to 20 °F | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 10% | 60 54 dB(A) | 80 50 dB(A) |
Specifications
| VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU | Raypak Crosswind 50K | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 52,100 BTU | 48,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.2 | 5.4 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 31,840 BTU | 23,500 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 61% | 49% |
| AHRI certified | No | Yes |
| Compressor | Single speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 20 °F | - |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 54 dB(A) | 50 dB(A) |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V | 230 V, 25 A breaker |
| Water flow | - | 20 to 80 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 15,851 gal | - |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium (spiral tube in PVC) |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-32 |
| Size (W × D × H) | 39.4 × 15.7 × 26 in | 39.4 × 17.9 × 30.2 in |
| Weight | 146 lb | 149.9 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | Built in |
| App | - | Raymote |
| Automation compatibility | - | Poolside Tech Attendant |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 1 yr compressor, 1 yr parts | 3 yr compressor, 3 yr parts, 3 yr labor, 7 yr heat exchanger |
| Warranty terms | VEVOR's store-wide standard 12-month manufacturer's warranty (free repair of defects); no separate compressor or heat exchanger term. Paid protection plans add 1 to 3 years. Labor not stated. | 3 years parts and labor; titanium tube of the heat exchanger 7 years parts only (1 year labor). Single-family residential only; any other installation gets 1 year parts and labor. Contiguous 48 states. |
| Also sold as | - | Rheem CROSSWIND 50/70/90 |
| Released | - | 2026 |