A low-priced inverter heat pump for in-ground pools up to about 22,000 gallons, for buyers who put price first and can live with a one-year warranty.
Amazon $2,189.90The VEVOR VBPYCA-250 93,390 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 3.8 to 3.7. The VEVOR VBPYCA-250 93,390 BTU leads on cool weather and value. The TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU wins on warranty and noise. The VEVOR VBPYCA-250 93,390 BTU costs $509.10 less ($2,189.90 vs $2,699).
A budget inverter heat pump for in-ground pools up to about 26,000 gallons, for buyers who want large output and app control at a low price.
Amazon $2,699Prices 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 VBPYCA-250 93,390 BTU for cool weather (COP 4.9 and 47% of its rated output at 50 °F air vs COP 3.5 and 52% of its rated output at 50 °F air) and value ($2,190 for 93,390 BTU ($23 per 1,000 BTU) vs $2,699 for 96,901 BTU ($28 per 1,000 BTU)).
- Choose the TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU for warranty (5-year compressor, 2-year parts vs 1-year compressor, 1-year parts) and noise (58 dB(A) vs 64 dB(A)).
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 | VEVOR VBPYCA-250 93,390 BTU | TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 COP 6.8 at 80 °F air | 100 COP 6.8 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 55 COP 4.9 and 47% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 15 COP 3.5 and 52% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 100 $2,190 for 93,390 BTU ($23 per 1,000 BTU) | 90 $2,699 for 96,901 BTU ($28 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year compressor, 1-year parts | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts |
| Cold air 10% | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F |
| Noise 10% | 10 64 dB(A) | 40 58 dB(A) |
Specifications
| VEVOR VBPYCA-250 93,390 BTU | TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 93,390 BTU | 96,901 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 44,290 BTU | 50,839 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.9 | 3.5 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 47% | 52% |
| AHRI certified | No | No |
| Compressor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 5 °F | 5 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 64 dB(A) | 58 dB(A) |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V | 230 V, 50 A breaker |
| Water flow | 24 gpm minimum | - |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 22,455 gal | Up to 26,000 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium tube |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Size (W × D × H) | 45.9 × 17.7 × 30.5 in | - |
| Weight | 195 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | Smart Life | AIR.ai |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 1 yr compressor, 1 yr parts | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts |
| 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. | 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. |
| Released | - | 2026-01 |
