VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU
#1 in Above-GroundFull review
A cheap single-speed heat pump for above-ground pools up to about 13,000 gallons, for buyers who want the lowest price per BTU.
Amazon $973.07$973.07
The VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU is the better pool heat pump overall, rated 4.1 to 3.4. The VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU leads on value. The TURBRO Beluga B33V 32,412 BTU wins on warranty. The VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU costs $225.93 less ($973.07 vs $1,199).
TURBRO Beluga B33V 32,412 BTU
#8 in Above-GroundFull review
A small plug-in inverter heat pump for above-ground pools up to about 10,000 gallons, for owners without a 240 V circuit at the pool.
Amazon $1,199$1,199
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 VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU for value ($973 for 38,220 BTU ($25 per 1,000 BTU) vs $1,199 for 32,412 BTU ($37 per 1,000 BTU)).
- Choose the TURBRO Beluga B33V 32,412 BTU for warranty (5-year compressor, 2-year parts vs 1-year compressor, 1-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 | VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU | TURBRO Beluga B33V 32,412 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 COP 6.6 at 80 °F air | 50 no COP published at 80 °F air (neutral score used) |
| Cool weather 20% | 70 COP 4.1 and 68% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 50 no rating published at 50 °F air (neutral score used) |
| Value 20% | 98 $973 for 38,220 BTU ($25 per 1,000 BTU) | 64 $1,199 for 32,412 BTU ($37 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 20 °F | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F |
| Noise 10% | 70 52 dB(A) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU | TURBRO Beluga B33V 32,412 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 38,220 BTU | 32,412 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.6 | - |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 26,100 BTU | - |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4.1 | - |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 68% | - |
| AHRI certified | No | No |
| Compressor | Single speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 20 °F | 5 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | - |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 52 dB(A) | - |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V | 115 V, 20 A breaker |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 13,209 gal | Up to 10,000 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium | titanium tube |
| Refrigerant | R-410A | R-32 |
| Size (W × D × H) | 39.4 × 15.7 × 26 in | 35.6 × 15.6 × 25.4 in |
| Weight | 143 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | No | Built in |
| 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. |