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 $1,899
A cheap single-speed heat pump for above-ground or small in-ground pools up to about 16,000 gallons, for buyers who want the lowest price per BTU.
- 52,100 BTUOutput (80 °F air)
- 6.2COP (80 °F air)
- 31,840 BTUOutput (50 °F air)
- Single speedCompressor
- 20 °FRuns down to
- 1 yr compressorWarranty
Price checked October 27, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Around $1,200 for 52,000 BTU
- Keeps about 61% of its output in 50 °F air
- Quiet for its size, under 54 dB at 1 m
- No Wi-Fi or app
- Stops heating below 20 °F
- Only a 12-month warranty, compressor included
The VEVOR VDPYCA family
Every VEVOR VDPYCA model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own pool size.
| Model | Output (80 °F air) | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEVOR VDPYCA-65 23,130 BTU | 23,130 BTU | 3.4/5 | $879.90 |
| VEVOR VDPYCA-110 38,220 BTU | 38,220 BTU | 4.1/5 | $973.07 |
| VEVOR VDPYCA-150 52,100 BTU (this one) | 52,100 BTU | 3.8/5 | $1,202.27 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its pool size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | VDPYCA-150 |
|---|---|
| Heating ratings | |
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 52,100 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.2 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 31,840 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 4 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 61% |
| AHRI certified | No |
| Compressor | Single speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 20 °F |
| Defrost | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes |
| Sound level | 54 dB(A) |
| Installation | |
| Power | 230 V |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 15,851 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium |
| Refrigerant | R-410A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 39.4 × 15.7 × 26 in |
| Weight | 146 lb |
| Features | |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Warranty and models | |
| Warranty | 1 yr compressor, 1 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. |
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