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Hydronic Heat Pump Ratings

A Repairman Reviews The Brands

With our hydronic heat pump ratings, you can cut through all the sales hype and find the best value. It truly is as if you were taking a repairman (HvacRepairGuy) with you while you shop! These reviews are for units that are connected to a duct system and have a water coil for heating and/or cooling. We have given you our top pick followed by a complete list of manufacturers and their ratings. Our simple rating system gives each brand a color code and a star rating. If the card is green, then, that is one of the top picks from HvacRepairGuy. If the card is yellow, then, that would be a budget pick from HvacRepairGuy. If the card is red, then, the brand is not recommended by HvacRepairGuy.

World's Top Hydronic Heat Pump

Our top pick for a hydronic heat pump is from HYDRON MODULE which is a part of ENERTECH GLOBAL. The REVOLUTION series units have oversized copper coaxial coils for added capacity and digital controls. They offer an optional desuperheater for domestic hot water production and are backed by the best warranty in the industry.

AMERICAN STANDARD

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of INGERSOL RAND but the units are manufactured by WATERFURNACE INTERNATIONAL. The PLATINUM A1GW is a single stage unit while the A2GW are two stage models. They use two compressors for staging instead of one but are backed by a good warranty. All of the units have polymer drain pans which eliminate corrosion and inhibit bacterial growth.

AMITIME

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in China. They offer standard units as well high efficiency units with inverter compressors and electronic expansion valves. They are for 50HZ power systems so they cannot be used in some countries. They are available in two sizes but their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

AMZAIR

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in France. The BBC TEREO models are basic heat pumps for central heating and DHW production. Their website is not much help and the warranty on the units is not very good when compared to other brands.

AXEN

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in China. They offer two sizes of units for heating/cooling/domestic hot water. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

BARTL

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The SOLE units are brine water heat pumps in sizes from 3 to 20 kw and are available in Europe. The units have weather compensation controls for energy savings but the warranty is not very good.

BAXI

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of BDR THERMEA and is available throughout Europe. The GEOFLO heat pumps are for heating only and have a variety of sizes up to 25 kw. The warranty is not very good when compared to other brands.

BLUEBOX

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in Italy and the brand is a part of SWEGON GROUP. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

BLUEWAY

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand offers basic units in seven sizes to match the needs of the home.They are for heating and cooling as well as domestic hot water production but their website is not much help.

BOREAL

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The HW(W) series heat pumps are available in heating only models as well as heat/cool units. The IFW units are designed to be used with infloor heating systems. The warranty is not as good as many other brands.

BOSCH

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

The TW series offers heat pumps with two stage scroll compressors and ComfortAlert onboard diagnostics. The units have durable copper coaxial heat exchangers and are backed by a good warranty.

BRYANT

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is a part of UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORP. The GW models have durable two stage scroll compressors with sound blankets for quiet and efficient operation. They are backed by a good guarantee.

BUDERUS

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of BOSCH THERMOTECHNOLOGY GROUP and is available in Europe. The LOGATHERM WPS-1 is for heating and cooling but the warranty on the compressor is not very good when compared to other brands.

CALOREX

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These units are available in five sizes to match the size of the home but are for central heating and domestic hot water production only (no cooling). The units are made in the U.K. and feature dual temperature controls. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for the units.

CARRIER

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

The GW models are two stage units with a fully insulated cabinet, compressor blanket, and double isolation compressor mounting for quieter operation. This brand is a part of UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORP. and is backed by a good warranty.

CENTURY

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of HEAT CONTROLLER. The HWW series units are basic heat pumps and are only available in three sizes. The units have durable scroll compressors and electronic controls but the standard labor warranty is not as good as some of the other brands.

CIAT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The G-NEO models are for heating, cooling, and domestic hot water production. They are compact units with programmable controls that can be connected to a smart home system but their website is not much help and does not have stated guarantee for their products.

CLIMATEMASTER

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made by LSB INDUSTRIES INC. The TMW models are medium temperature units that are for heating/cooling while the THW models are high temperature units for heating/hot water only.

CLIMAVENETA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The units have durable stainless steel plate heat exchangers and scroll compressors. The smaller sizes have variable flow circulators as well. The brand is a part of DELONGHI GROUP and is available throughout Europe. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

COMFORT-AIRE

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of HEAT CONTROLLER. The HWW series units are basic heat pumps and are only available in three sizes. The standard labor warranty is not as good as some of the other brands.

COMISA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The GWCE models feature advanced inverter drive compressors and brazed plate heat exchangers for efficiency. They use programmable electronic controls including an electronic expansion valve (EEV). The systems provide heating/cooling and domestic hot water but their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

CTC

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

The EcoHeat units are for heating and domestic hot water production. The brand is a part of ENERTECH GROUP and the units are made in Sweden. They offer four sizes of units and offer passive cooling.

DENTWITON

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of ZHEJIANG MATERIALS INDUSTRIAL GROUP and is made in China. The heat pumps feature durable scroll compressors and flat plate heat exchangers. They offer optional cooling as well as variable speed circulator pumps but their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

DIMPLEX

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made and sold in Europe. The SI 14 ME are split units for heating and dhw production. They feature weather compensation electronic controls for added energy savings. The SIK 16 ME models are monoblock (1 piece) units that contain all of the system components in a compact package. Their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

DISMY

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These units are made in China. They offer basic units for heating and domestic hot water as well as heating and cooling models. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

DOMOTEC

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of ARISTON THERMO and is made in Switzerland. The NAUTILUS units offer a wide selection of sizes to match the needs of the home. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty.

ECOFOREST

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in Spain and are sold in Europe. The ECOGEO range offers heating only models as well as heating/cooling/dhw units. They have advanced inverter drive compressors, variable speed pumps, and electronic expansion valves for efficient operation. Their website does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

ECOLOGIX

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made and sold in Canada. They offer single, two stage, and variable speed models but their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

ELCO

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

The AQUATOP T models are available in standard and compact versions. They are basic units and offer passive cooling with a good warranty on the units. The brand is made in Switzerland and is a part of the ARISTON THERMO GROUP.

EMCAL

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made and sold in Germany. The SW-ST series is available in twelve sizes to closely match the needs of the home and offers optional cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

ENEREN

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The GSP models are for heating and cooling as well as DHW production. They have inverter compressors and are available in three sizes to match the needs of the home. The brand is a part of GALLETTI GROUP and is available in Europe. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

ENTHALPIE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in France and offers a variety of models. Some have standard single or dual compressors and some have advanced inverter compressors. Their website is not much help and the guarantee on the compressors is not very good when compared to other brands.

EURONOM

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The EXOTIC S heat pumps are designed for cold climates. They are made in Sweden and feature stainless steel construction for durability. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

FAIRLAND

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in China and are for heating and DHW only. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

FERROLI

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand offers a variety of models but their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy. They are made in Italy and are available in Europe.

GALMET

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The NewMiniLand GT heat pumps are made and sold in Poland. They are available in six sizes to match the needs of the home but are for heating and DHW only. Their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands.

GEOCOMFORT

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is a part of ENERTECH GLOBAL. The COMPASS series offers units with a two stage compressor and oversized copper coaxial heat exchangers for added efficiency. They offer an optional desuperheater for domestic hot water production but the guarantee on the units is not as good as many other brands.

GEOFURNACE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

The MAGNUM series offers units with a durable stainless steel drain pan. they offer options such as a two stage compressor and domestic hot water generator.

GEOSTAR

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of WATER FURNACE INTERNATIONAL. The ASTON DUAL HYDRONIC series units feature durable scroll compressors and brazed plate heat exchangers. They do not have a stated warranty on their website for the units.

GEOTERMIKA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The COMPACT PLUS units are made in Serbia and offer passive cooling as well as heating and hot water production. They use durable stainless steel plate heat exchangers but the warranty is not very good.

GORENJE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are sold throughout Europe. The TERRAGOR units use ground loops and are available in five sizes while the AQUAGOR use groundwater. The units provide passive cooling as well as heating and DHW production. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee.

HARREITHER

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The KLIMA STAR units offer optional active cooling and have an advanced control system. The manufacturer's website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products. The heat pumps are made in Austria and sold in Europe.

HELIOTHERM

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in Austria and sold throughout Europe. The PREMIUM MODULATION line features the latest variable speed compressor technology. The standard units are for heating but they offer optional active cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

HERZ

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is sold in Europe. The COMMOTHERM units are basic heat pumps for central heating and domestic hot water production. They also offer passive cooling but their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

HIDROS

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The WZH models are basic heat pumps with passive cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty.

HISEER

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in China and are available for heating only or heating/cooling. They offer a variety of sizes but their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

HYDRON MODULE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This brand is a part of ENERTECH GLOBAL. The REVOLUTION series units have oversized copper coaxial coils for added capacity and digital controls. The units are available in both single and two stage models. They offer an optional desuperheater for domestic hot water production and are backed by the best warranty in the industry.

IDM

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The TERRA SW models offer cooling as well as heating and dhw production. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

IVT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of BOSCH THERMOTECHNOLOGY GROUP and is available in Europe. The PREMIUM LINE HQ units feature advanced controls that connect to the smart grid for energy savings. The units are for central heating and DHW production only but are backed by a decent guarantee. The GEO 312C has an advanced inverter compressor for even more energy savings.

JASPI

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is available in Europe. The JAMA STAR is for heating and DHW production only. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

JIFON

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The AQUAHEAT models are made in Sweden. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

JOANNES

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of FINTERM S.p.A. and is sold in Italy. The JXW models have reliable scroll compressors and are for cooling/heating/ dhw production. Their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

KENSA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Their SHOEBOX HEAT PUMP is a small quiet unit for heating and domestic hot water production. The units are made in the U.K. and are available in two sizes. The 6KW model has dual compressors for two stage operation and offers an outdoor temperature compensation option for even more energy savings. The guarantee on parts other than the compressor is not as good as some of the other brands.

KIBERNETIK

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made and sold in Switzerland. They are for cooling as well as heating and are available in a variety of sizes. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

KNV

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of the NIBE GROUP and is available in Europe. The TOPLINE 1155 heat pumps are high temperature units and the 1255 models have an integrated storage tank. They have advanced inverter compressors but their website does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

LAMBORGHINI

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand offers basic heat pumps for heating and cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

LAMPOASSA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in Finland and sold in Europe. They are for heating and DHW production and include a built-in storage tank. The warranty is not very good.

MASTERTHERM

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in the Czech Republic and is sold throughout Europe. The AQUAMASTER INVERTER units have an advanced inverter drive compressor for efficiency and offer optional cooling. They feature durable stainless steel heat exchangers and electronic expansion valves for efficiency. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

METRO THERM

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The Metro Saver heat pumps provide central heating and domestic hot water but the warranty on the units is not very good. The brand is a part of NIBE GROUP.

MHG

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Germany. The THERMISTOR S units are for heating and domestic hot water but their website is not much help.

MIAMI HEAT PUMP

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps feature durable stainless steel cabinets and scroll compressors. The units can be purchased directly through their website but it does not have a stated warranty policy.

MODINE

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand offers heating only units (GHW) as well as heating/cooling models (GHR). They feature oversized heat exchangers to increase capacity and offer optional two speed compressors. The brand is backed by a solid warranty.

NEURA

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

The NDB models use geothermal loops and are available in six sizes to match the size of the home. The NDW uses a source of groundwater such as a well. The brand is sold in Europe and is backed by a decent guarantee.

NEXTHERM

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in France. The OPTIPACK units use advanced compressor technology and are backed by a good guarantee but their website is not much help.

NIBE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The F1255 has an integrated water heating tank and advanced inverter drive compressor for energy savings. The units are available in Europe but their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

NORDIC

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The W SERIES units are made in Canada by MARITIME GEOTHERMAL LTD. They are basic heat/cool units but their warranty is not very good when compared to other brands.

NORTHERN HEAT PUMP

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of ELECTRO INDUSTRIES INC and is made in Canada. The NORTHSTAR series offers both single and two stage models and feature durable stainless steel cabinets. The guarantee on parts other than the compressor is not very good.

OCHSNER

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand offers a wide selection of models but their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

OILON

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The GEOCUBE heat pumps are made and sold in Finland. They are available in four sizes and have a built-in stainless steel water heater. The standard units have two heating circuits and they offer an optional third circuit which can be for heating or cooling. Their website does not have a stated guarantee on the units.

OLIMPIA SPLENDID

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The GEOLO TERRA heat pumps are made in Italy and have inverter compressors for quiet efficient operation. They are for cooling as well as heating & DHW production but their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

PZP

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in the Czech Republic and is sold in Europe. The MODEL G is for heating only but can control up to three separate heating circuits. The unit has weather compensating controls to save energy but their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

RHOSS

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of IRSAP GROUP. The THHE models feature durable stainless steel plate heat exchangers and electronic expansion valves. They are for heating & cooling as well as DHW production. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

SALDA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Lithuania and is sold throughout Europe. The SIG models have durable scroll compressors and plate heat exchangers. The standard units are for heating and domestic hot water production but they offer optional passive cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

SATURN

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is available in eastern Europe and offers units for cooling as well as heating & DHW production. The guarantee on the units is not as good as other brands.

SINCLAIR

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The STHERM + heat pumps are sold in Europe. They have electronic controls but they are only available in two sizes and their website is not much help.

SOFATH

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of BDR THERMEA. The TERMEO units are for heating & cooling but their website is not much help and the warranty on the units is not very good.

SPECTRUM

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

These heat pumps feature two stage compressors for added energy savings and a sound blanket to minimize their noise. They are available in both standard and high temperature models. The units are available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and are backed by a good warranty.

STIEBEL ELTRON

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand offers a variety of models in both heating only or heating & cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

SUNPOT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made and sold in Japan and features units for heating & cooling. They use advanced inverter drive compressors for efficiency but their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

SWEGON

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The CRIMSON models are for heating, cooling, & domestic hot water production. They are available in a wide selection of sizes to match the needs of the home. The brand is a part of the LATOUR GROUP but their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

TERMOGAMMA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of ARISTON THERMO GROUP. The VULCANIA models are available in compact as well as high temperature versions and for heating only or heating & cooling. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

TETCO

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of ENERTEC GLOBAL. The ES4-W series features two stage scroll compressors for efficient long-lasting operation and oversized copper coaxial heat exchangers for added efficiency. They offer an optional desuperheater for domestic hot water production but the warranty on the units is not very good when compared to other brands.

THERMIA

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The COMFORT OPTIMUM units are available in four sizes and have a built-in tank for domestic hot water. The brand is a part of DANFOSS GROUP and is sold throughout Europe. The units have passive cooling instead of active and their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

TONON FORTY

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Italy and sold worldwide. They offer a variety of models but their website is not much help and their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands.

TRANE

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is made by WATER FURNACE INTERNATIONAL. The T1GW models are single stage heating/cooling units while the T2GW are two stage models for heating. They offer optional domestic water heating and are backed by a good warranty.

VAILLANT

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The geoTHERM heat pumps feature scroll compressors and a built-in three way diverter valve as well as weather compensation control. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

VENCO

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in Italy. The PICO-GS range offer units with outputs from 8 to 35 kw. They feature scroll compressors and stainless steel plate heat exchangers as well as electronic controls. Their website does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

WATERFURNACE

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

The ENVISION series NDW units are designed for radiant floor heating, high volumes of domestic hot water, pool heating, and snow/ice melt applications. They feature two scroll compressors and brazed plate heat exchangers for efficiency. The NSW models are available as heating only, cooling only, or heating/cooling. The brand is now a part of NIBE ENERGY and the units are backed by a good warranty.

WATERKOTTE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in Germany and are sold throughout Europe. The ECO TOUCH models feature electronic touch pad controls and have durable scroll compressors. They can be controlled from your smartphone and have a stainless steel DHW tank but their website does not have a stated warranty policy.

WOLF

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

The BWS-1 units offer a passive cooling option and are available in five sizes to match the heating needs of the home. Their website does not have a stated guarantee for their products.

WORCESTER

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is a part of the BOSCH GROUP. The GREENSTORE LECP models are available with an integrated DHW cylinder and have a modulating pump. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.

WOTAC

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

These heat pumps are made in China. The Ground Loop Series is for heating & cooling while the All In One series is for heating only. Their website is not much help and does not have a stated warranty policy.