Raypak Crosswind V 5550
#3 in In-GroundFull review
An efficient single-speed heat pump with a long parts warranty, for a typical in-ground pool up to about 20,000 gallons.
Amazon $3,945$3,945
The Raypak Crosswind V 5550 is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The Raypak Crosswind V 5550 leads on warranty, efficiency and cool weather. The VEVOR VBPYCA-260U 88,850 BTU wins on value. The VEVOR VBPYCA-260U 88,850 BTU costs $1,938.09 less ($2,006.91 vs $3,945).
VEVOR VBPYCA-260U 88,850 BTU
#7 in In-GroundFull review
A budget inverter heat pump in a traditional in-ground cabinet for pools up to about 22,000 gallons, for buyers who put price first.
Amazon $2,006.91$2,006.91
Prices 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 Raypak Crosswind V 5550 for warranty (7-year compressor, 7-year parts, 2-year labor vs 1-year compressor, 1-year parts), efficiency (COP 6.1 at 80 °F air vs COP 5.7 at 80 °F air) and cool weather (COP 4.1 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 4.5 and 43% of its rated output at 50 °F air).
- Choose the VEVOR VBPYCA-260U 88,850 BTU for value ($2,007 for 88,850 BTU ($23 per 1,000 BTU) vs $3,945 for 102,000 BTU ($39 per 1,000 BTU)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every in-ground pool heat pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Raypak Crosswind V 5550 | VEVOR VBPYCA-260U 88,850 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 69 COP 6.1 at 80 °F air | 46 COP 5.7 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 59 COP 4.1 and 64% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 50 COP 4.5 and 43% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 60 $3,945 for 102,000 BTU ($39 per 1,000 BTU) | 100 $2,007 for 88,850 BTU ($23 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 76 7-year compressor, 7-year parts, 2-year labor | 0 1-year compressor, 1-year parts |
| Cold air 10% | 50 lowest operating air temperature not published (neutral score used) | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F |
| Noise 10% | 10 64 dB(A) | 10 64 dB(A) |
Specifications
| Raypak Crosswind V 5550 | VEVOR VBPYCA-260U 88,850 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 102,000 BTU | 88,850 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.1 | 5.7 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 65,000 BTU | 38,630 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.1 | 4.5 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 64% | 43% |
| AHRI certified | No | No |
| Compressor | Single speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | - | 5 °F |
| Defrost | - | Yes |
| Heat and cool | No | Yes |
| Sound level | 64 dB(A) | 64 dB(A) |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 60 A breaker | 230 V |
| Water flow | 20 to 50 gpm | 25 gpm minimum |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 19,958 gal | Up to 22,454 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-32 |
| Size (W × D × H) | 33.8 × 33.8 × 37.8 in | 31.8 × 29.6 × 37.6 in |
| Weight | 268 lb | 259 lb |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | Raymote | Smart Life |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 7 yr compressor, 7 yr parts, 2 yr labor, 10 yr heat exchanger | 1 yr compressor, 1 yr parts |
| Warranty terms | 7 years parts, 2 years labor; titanium tube of the heat exchanger 10 years parts (2 years labor). Single-family residential only; any other installation gets 1 year parts and labor. Contiguous 48 states. | 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. |
| Also sold as | Rheem Crosswind V | - |