Good value for spas and small pools outside low NOx areas, provided it comes from an authorized dealer so the warranty holds.
Amazon $3,023
For a spa or a small in-ground pool on Pentair automation, though the online price and short warranty make the 250 better value.
- 200,000 BTU/hHeating input
- 84%Efficiency
- Natural gas or propaneGas type
- 1 yearWarranty
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- Low NOx and certified for indoor or outdoor installs
- RS-485 link to Pentair automation for scheduling and app control
- 84% efficient copper heat exchanger, among the best for a non condensing heater
- Costs more than the larger MasterTemp 250 sold online as an EC model
- Only a 1 year parts warranty when bought online
- Plain copper heat exchanger is less forgiving of salt and low pH than cupro-nickel
The Pentair MasterTemp family
Every Pentair MasterTemp model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Heating input | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentair MasterTemp 125 | 125,000 BTU/h | 2.6/5 | $2,098 |
| Pentair MasterTemp 200 (this one) | 200,000 BTU/h | 3.4/5 | $3,549 |
| Pentair MasterTemp 250 | 250,000 BTU/h | 2.7/5 | $3,098 |
| Pentair MasterTemp 300 | 300,000 BTU/h | 2.8/5 | $4,099.99 |
| Pentair MasterTemp 400 | 400,000 BTU/h | 3.9/5 | $4,079 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 460731 |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Gas input | 200,000 BTU/h |
| Gas type | Natural gas or propane |
| Thermal efficiency | 84% |
| Condensing | No |
| Low NOx | Yes |
| Heat exchanger | Copper |
| Max water flow | 120 GPM |
| Installation and controls | |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| Venting | Both |
| Digital controls | Yes |
| Automation or app | Yes |
| Weight | 128 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this size
A Pentair built heater for owners on Pentair automation who want low NOx and high efficiency; compare prices with the MasterTemp first.
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