I've narrowed down to 2 heat pumps, hoping to get some input and thoughts on these. Both are similar in specs. Sunblazer is built by Aquacal and has a 7 year warranty, 2 on labor whereas Built Right is an independent company, 5 years warranty but covers labor and costs for any shipping for replacement parts. The Built Right has a slightly better COP (60/5.6/4.0 vs 5.5/5.2/4.0. Water flow is the same for both.
1. Sunblazer SB128 - 128k BTU
2. Built Right BR135XW - 135k BTU
It's an IG pool in North Florida, and with a screen covering the pool. During the summer the water is probably lower 70s, drops to lower 60s in the winter/spring. Ambient air temperature ranges from a rare low of upper 30s a few nights per year but typically 40s-50s in winter to upper 90s for a good part of the summer. I'll be using the heater year-round to keep the water temperature in the lower 80s.
1. Sunblazer SB128 - 128k BTU
2. Built Right BR135XW - 135k BTU
It's an IG pool in North Florida, and with a screen covering the pool. During the summer the water is probably lower 70s, drops to lower 60s in the winter/spring. Ambient air temperature ranges from a rare low of upper 30s a few nights per year but typically 40s-50s in winter to upper 90s for a good part of the summer. I'll be using the heater year-round to keep the water temperature in the lower 80s.
