An inexpensive inverter heat pump for in-ground pools up to about 21,000 gallons, for buyers who value low running costs and quiet operation over a long warranty.
Amazon $1,899The TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU leads on efficiency and noise. The Raypak Crosswind 70K wins on cool weather and warranty.
A mid-size Raypak inverter for small to average in-ground pools, for owners who want heat and chill on a modest circuit.
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 TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU for efficiency (COP 6.9 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.8 at 80 °F air) and noise (52 dB(A) vs 55 dB(A)).
- Choose the Raypak Crosswind 70K for cool weather (COP 4 and 61% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 3.8 and 59% of its rated output at 50 °F air) and warranty (3-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-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 above-ground pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU | Raypak Crosswind 70K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 COP 6.9 at 80 °F air | 50 COP 5.8 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 28 COP 3.8 and 59% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 45 COP 4 and 61% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 96 $1,899 for 72,400 BTU ($26 per 1,000 BTU) | 50 no current price (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts | 43 3-year compressor, 3-year parts, 3-year labor |
| Cold air 10% | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) |
| Noise 10% | 70 52 dB(A) | 55 55 dB(A) |
Specifications
| TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU | Raypak Crosswind 70K | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 72,400 BTU | 66,000 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.9 | 5.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 42,820 BTU | 40,000 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 3.8 | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 59% | 61% |
| AHRI certified | No | Yes |
| Compressor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 5 °F | - |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 52 dB(A) | 55 dB(A) |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 30 A breaker | 230 V, 35 A breaker |
| Water flow | - | 20 to 80 gpm |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 21,100 gal | - |
| Heat exchanger | titanium tube | titanium (spiral tube in PVC) |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Size (W × D × H) | - | 43.9 × 19.4 × 33.9 in |
| Weight | - | 211.6 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | AIR.ai | Raymote |
| Automation compatibility | - | Poolside Tech Attendant |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts | 3 yr compressor, 3 yr parts, 3 yr labor, 7 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. | 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 | 2024-08 | 2026 |
