20 Best Pool Heaters [2024]

Are you looking for the best pool heaters? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling pool heaters.

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1 2 Pcs Immersion Water Heater 5 Gallons in Minutes 1500w Bucket Heater Submersible Electric Pool... 2 Pcs Immersion Water Heater 5 Gallons in Minutes 1500w Bucket Heater Submersible Electric Pool...
2 GoFloats Inflatable Solar Pool Heaters for Affordable Pool Heating and Insulation - 3 Pack GoFloats Inflatable Solar Pool Heaters for Affordable Pool Heating and Insulation - 3 Pack
3 Intex Solar Heater Mat for Above Ground Swimming Pool, 47.25 in X 47.25 in Intex Solar Heater Mat for Above Ground Swimming Pool, 47.25 in X 47.25 in
4 VEVOR Electric Pool Heater 11KW 240V Swimming Pool Electric Heater Water Bath Heater Electric... VEVOR Electric Pool Heater 11KW 240V Swimming Pool Electric Heater Water Bath Heater Electric...
5 ECOPOOLTECH-Pool Heater for Above Ground Pools,Pool Heat Pump,12000BTU/hr,Up to... ECOPOOLTECH-Pool Heater for Above Ground Pools,Pool Heat Pump,12000BTU/hr,Up to...
6 2000W Immersion Water Heater,LISTENJIALE Immersion Heater with Thermometer and Stainless-Steel... 2000W Immersion Water Heater,LISTENJIALE Immersion Heater with Thermometer and Stainless-Steel...
7 HASTER Portable Pool Immersion water Heater for Inflatable Pool Bathtub,Bucket Heater with 304 SS... HASTER Portable Pool Immersion water Heater for Inflatable Pool Bathtub,Bucket Heater with 304 SS...
8 BigXwell Solar Pool Cover, Blue 16-mil 12 x 24 Foot Rectangle Pool Heaters for Above-Ground and... BigXwell Solar Pool Cover, Blue 16-mil 12 x 24 Foot Rectangle Pool Heaters for Above-Ground and...
9 Briidea 1300W 120V Titanium Fully Submersible Portable Hot Tub Heater with Anti-Corrosion Sensor,... Briidea 1300W 120V Titanium Fully Submersible Portable Hot Tub Heater with Anti-Corrosion Sensor,...
10 Hayward W3H250FDN Universal H-Series 250,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground Pools... Hayward W3H250FDN Universal H-Series 250,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground...
11 DOEL 11800 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump for Above-Ground Pools, 3.45 kW Electric Pool Heater... DOEL 11800 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump for Above-Ground Pools, 3.45 kW Electric Pool Heater...
12 3KW 220V 240V Electric Water Heater Thermostat SPA Bath Heater Pump,Premium Quality Water Heater... 3KW 220V 240V Electric Water Heater Thermostat SPA Bath Heater Pump,Premium Quality Water Heater...
13 Electric Immersion Water Heater | 1500W Pool Heater with Stainless Steel Guard & Suspension Head,... Electric Immersion Water Heater | 1500W Pool Heater with Stainless Steel Guard & Suspension Head,...
14 EcoSmart SMART POOL 27 Electric Tankless Pool Heater, 27kW, 240 Volt, 112.5 Amps with Self... EcoSmart SMART POOL 27 Electric Tankless Pool Heater, 27kW, 240 Volt, 112.5 Amps with Self...
15 SunHeater S120U Universal Solar Pool Heater 2 by 20-Feet, Black SunHeater S120U Universal Solar Pool Heater 2 by 20-Feet, Black
16 UCEDER Hot Tub LX H20-Rs1 Thermostat 110V 2kw with Adjustable Temperature Thermostat for Some hot... UCEDER Hot Tub LX H20-Rs1 Thermostat 110V 2kw with Adjustable Temperature Thermostat for Some hot...
17 PNKKODW Immersion Water Heater, Bucket Water Heater 1500W Portable Small Pool Heater with Stainless... PNKKODW Immersion Water Heater, Bucket Water Heater 1500W Portable Small Pool Heater with...
18 YIBEICO 2000W Bucket Heater, Immersion Water Heater, Portable Electric Pool Heater with Digital LCD... YIBEICO 2000W Bucket Heater, Immersion Water Heater, Portable Electric Pool Heater with Digital...
19 ECOPOOLTECH-Swimming Pool Heat Pump-Swimming Pool Heater-for Above Ground Pools, up to 5000gallons,... ECOPOOLTECH-Swimming Pool Heat Pump-Swimming Pool Heater-for Above Ground Pools, up to...
20 AYCHLG 85000Btu/Hr Up to 20000 Gallons Swimming Pool Heater Thermostat for Swimming Pools, SPA... AYCHLG 85000Btu/Hr Up to 20000 Gallons Swimming Pool Heater Thermostat for Swimming Pools, SPA...
Bestseller No. 1
2 Pcs Immersion Water Heater 5 Gallons in Minutes 1500w Bucket Heater Submersible Electric Pool...
  • Heat Fast: there are 2 pieces of the electric pool heaters, they has porous surface made of 304 stainless steel, with the 1500W high power, so that...
  • Dependable and Safe: designed with reliable automatic power off function, the bath tub heater for bath can automatically turn off when the water...
  • Simple to Apply: place the pool water heater in a container, then fill the container with water to completely cover the heater, including the...
  • Extensive Applications: the immersion water heater is suitable for containers in various sizes, like portable bathtubs, pond, sink, bucket, mini...
  • Kind Notice: when working, the portable hot water heater, should be completely submerged in water; Please do not continuously use it for more than 3...
Bestseller No. 2
GoFloats Inflatable Solar Pool Heaters for Affordable Pool Heating and Insulation - 3 Pack
  • SOLAR HEATING: The inflatable octagons harnesses the sun's energy to heat your pool during the day and keep it insulated at night; Use multiple floats...
  • SAVE MONEY: Compliments existing gas and electric heaters to save you time and money with faster heating; also cheaper and less cumbersome than...
  • MINIMALISTIC DESIGN: Solid dark blue color provides a clean, modern look to any backyard pool versus the 'loud' designs of other sellers.
  • RECOMMENDED AMOUNT: Each Solar Octagon is 5’ x 5’ and covers 25 square feet of your pool’s surface. To roughly calculate the number of floats...
  • GREATER COVERAGE: The perimeter is thicker than other comparable products, minimizing the potential for overlapping and increasing pool surface...
SaleBestseller No. 3
Intex Solar Heater Mat for Above Ground Swimming Pool, 47.25 in X 47.25 in
  • Solar technology increases temperature of the pool water by approx. 3 to 5 degree
  • Simple hook up, compatible with filter pump up to 1/2 HP or pump flow rate less than 2500 gal/hr. (9463 l/hr.)
  • Suitable for above ground pools up to 8000 gal (30,280l)
  • Includes: 1 1/4 " (32mm) hose attachment points
Bestseller No. 4
VEVOR Electric Pool Heater 11KW 240V Swimming Pool Electric Heater Water Bath Heater Electric...
  • Superior Heater: Power: 11KW, Input Voltage: AC 240V 50/60HZ; Current: 50A; Product Size(L × W × H): 18.7 × 3.9 × 14 inch (475 × 100 × 355 mm)....
  • Adjustable Temperature: It is convenient for you to observe the change of temperature on the LCD at any time, and you can adjust the setting value...
  • Intelligent Self-test: The intelligent self-checking function not only can detect automatically to reach the set temperature, but also supervises the...
  • Ease To Assemble: The pool thermostat is not complicated to install. We provide you a detailed installation manual and 2 of 1.96inch (50mm)...
  • Wide Application: This high-quality electric pool water heater is commonly used indoors and outdoors, especially for swimming pools, SPA pools, and...
Bestseller No. 5
ECOPOOLTECH-Pool Heater for Above Ground Pools,Pool Heat Pump,12000BTU/hr,Up to...
  • [Extend Your Pool Season]: Nothing beats a warm swimming pool for your kids, pets and the whole family! ECOPOOLTECH Pool Heater EU50S, highly...
  • [Energy Save]: The EU50S pool heater based on heat pump technology. The operation only requires very limited electric input, hence its heat conversion...
  • [Ideal for Above Ground Pools]: The Pool heat pump EU50S is designed for above ground pools with up to 4000 gallons of water (No bigger than 15ft...
  • [Easy to Install]:The pool heater EU50S allowing fast and easy hookup without professional installation. Just hook up several quick connectors, then...
  • [High Specs] The pool heat pump EU50S equiped with powerful compressor, output 12000BTU/hr. Pure titanium heat exchanger safe for salty water....
Bestseller No. 6
2000W Immersion Water Heater,LISTENJIALE Immersion Heater with Thermometer and Stainless-Steel...
  • ✔【2000W Efficient heating】2000W high power immersion water heater heats up faster and can heat 5 gallons of water in minutes.When you are...
  • ✔【Safety Protection】The immersion water heater shell is made of high-quality 304 stainless steel to prevent rust and burns, and the porous...
  • ✔【Easy to use and versatile】Please fully immerse the immersion water heater in the water before heating the water, then connect the 125v/110v...
  • ✔【Notice before Purchase】Before using your 2000W immersion water heater, please read the instructions and precautions carefully. Heats 25...
  • ✔【Warranty Service】LISTENJIALE brand products are guaranteed to be made of high-quality materials, if you receive a damaged immersion water...
Bestseller No. 7
HASTER Portable Pool Immersion water Heater for Inflatable Pool Bathtub,Bucket Heater with 304 SS...
  • ☀[Heat water faster]: 1500W high-power immersion water heater can make 5 gallons of water warm in a few minutes. In the cold winter, you no...

  • ❀[Safety protection] This UL Certified immersed electric water heater with 304 stainless steel cover guard. Heating in water for a long time...

  • ♥ [Easy to use] Just put the full submersible water heater bucket heater into the water and connect it to power supply without much fuss.. Please...
  • ♛[Portable and versatile]: You can use the portable bucket water heater anywhere. It supports to use in containers of different sizes, such as...


  • [Warnings]: Do not heat while using water . The protection plug of leakage is not a power switch.Make sure the water level is enough...

SaleBestseller No. 8
BigXwell Solar Pool Cover, Blue 16-mil 12 x 24 Foot Rectangle Pool Heaters for Above-Ground and...
  • 【Perfect Design & Keep Heat】This pool heater cover is made up of thousands of blue bubble membranes, which can lock the temperature of your...
  • 【Minimize Water Evaporation】This solar blanket can helps you reduces pool water evaporation by 95 percent, so you don't need to add water again...
  • 【Safe and Eco-friendly】This solar blanket is made from PE, which is non-toxic, harmless, anti-aging, anti-ULTRAVIOLET, anti-corrosion,...
  • 【Protect the Natatorium】There are disinfectants and other water treatment chemicals in the swimming pool. They evaporate at any time. Cover with...
  • 【Extend The Life of Pool】As the heat is maintained and the number of cleaning and maintenance of the swimming pool is reduced, the pool can be...
Bestseller No. 9
Briidea 1300W 120V Titanium Fully Submersible Portable Hot Tub Heater with Anti-Corrosion Sensor,...
  • FAST HEATING: Briidea Titanium Heater has 1300W of power and is designed to heat liquids quickly and keep them at the temperature you want
  • ACCURATE TEMPERATURE CONTROL: The sensitive and corrosion-resistant temperature sensor can be submerged directly in the liquid to accurately maintain...
  • EASY TO USE: You can set the expected temperature by pressing the button, which is easy to operate, besides, the set comes with a power-off memory...
  • SAFE & RELIABLE: The product uses UL-certified wire and comes with GFCI plug to effectively protect your safety; compared to stainless steel, the...
  • WIDELY USED: The product is widely used in kitchen sinks, bathtubs, spa bath hot tubs, baptismal pools, stock tank pools, ponds, cattle and sheep...
Bestseller No. 10
Hayward W3H250FDN Universal H-Series 250,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground Pools...
  • BEST FOR: In-ground pools and spas with a surface area up to 750 ft. where natural gas is available. Its low environmental impact makes it ideal for...
  • PREMIUM PERFORMANCE: The Hayward Universal H-Series 250,000 BTU Natural Gas Heater delivers fast premium heating performance for years of reliable,...
  • CORROSION PROTECTION: The Universal H-Series boasts exceptional protection against corrosion and premature failure caused by unbalanced water...
  • ENERGY SAVINGS: The efficient, industry-leading design reduces circulation pump run time to provide energy savings.
  • EASY-TO-USE: Intuitive front control panel provides easy operation, service and maintenance.
SaleBestseller No. 11
DOEL 11800 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump for Above-Ground Pools, 3.45 kW Electric Pool Heater...
  • Mini Heat Pump: This electric pool heater is suitable for small pools up to 3962 gallons. The larger the pool, the longer the heating time. (Please...
  • Working Requirements: 110V, 60 HZ for USA electricity. Built in 8 foot long power cable with standard USA plug.
  • Energy saving: The heat pump has an energy efficiency of 5.7, and the operating cost is only 1/5 of the electric or gas heating system. The...
  • High Efficiency: Allowing fast and easy hookup without professional installation. With innovative flat-tube titanium heat exchanger, the heat...
  • Premium Security: Available with child lock. Advanced protection system with auto electrical-leakage and low-voltage switch, high and low-temperature,...
SaleBestseller No. 12
3KW 220V 240V Electric Water Heater Thermostat SPA Bath Heater Pump,Premium Quality Water Heater...
  • Note:The Heater Work with At Least 0.5KW Pump, Suitable for pools up to 1000 gallons in coastal climates。Material: Metal;Voltage:...
  • Inlet size:1.97 inch ;Outlet size:1.3 inch;Wire: 3*4mm²;Pipe Diameter: 1inch;Size: 13.39* 4.8* 4.92inch
  • Heating fit for thermostat liner material is 316 # stainless steel pipe and electric resistance,corrosion resistance (chlorine corrosion),and...
  • The product is easy to operate, provides a mechanical fit for thermostat switch, you can set the temperature of temperature technology
  • The product is small, suitable for: hot tub & swimming pool equipment and it is easy to install in the bathtub at the bottom of the circulating...
SaleBestseller No. 13
Electric Immersion Water Heater | 1500W Pool Heater with Stainless Steel Guard & Suspension Head,...
  • High power-120V,1500W immersion water heater can heat 5 gallons of water in few minutes(approximate time: 5 gallons 1500W 40C 25-35 minutes...
  • High Quality Material:immersion heater comes with premium 304 stainless steel guard to prevent the heating element in direct contact with people or...
  • Easy & Safe:Place camping heater in water at proper level.Plug into any grounded 120V AC outlet.Check power indicator light in plug to make sure...
  • Widely Application:The electric immersion heater can be used in water,pool heaters for above ground pools fit for bucket, basin, bath tub, mini...
  • 100% Guaranteed Satisfaction:Each of our bucket heater has been strictly tested. Your satisfaction is our first priority. If you have any problems...
SaleBestseller No. 14
EcoSmart SMART POOL 27 Electric Tankless Pool Heater, 27kW, 240 Volt, 112.5 Amps with Self...
  • Flow Activation
  • Eco smart Pool Heaters are compact and easy to install for a new or existing pool
  • Set your temperature digitally to increments of 1-Degree. Set it and forget it.
  • Compatible with Eco smart Remote Control. Activation Flow - 12 +/- 2 GPM
  • Can be used as an alternative to or booster to heat pump.
SaleBestseller No. 15
SunHeater S120U Universal Solar Pool Heater 2 by 20-Feet, Black
  • Simple DIY installation; for in ground or above ground pools
  • Installs on roof, rack, ground or fence
  • Patented web design for maximum exposure to sun's rays
  • Uses existing pool pump
  • Raises pool water temperature 6-10 degrees F
Bestseller No. 16
UCEDER Hot Tub LX H20-Rs1 Thermostat 110V 2kw with Adjustable Temperature Thermostat for Some hot...
  • Requires a 20A circuit(Connect 20A adapter or breaker),with 1.5" outlet , min 0.35MPA pressure,suggest work with at least 0.25HP,suitable small...
  • Pls put hot water instead of cold water in the hot tub,we suggest water capacity not more than 400 US gallon,in addition,you need an insulation cover...
  • Adjustable thermostat from 0 - 45 ℃, when the water temperature reaches the set temperature,it will stop automatically. when temperature is dropped...
  • Thermostat case is engineering plastic, heating element using UL approval metal pipe electric-heating element, Incoloy800 against high temperature and...
  • Wrong installation direction will not work,pls ensure that the water flow is in the same direction as the arrow direction on the heater,we suggest...
Bestseller No. 17
PNKKODW Immersion Water Heater, Bucket Water Heater 1500W Portable Small Pool Heater with Stainless...
  • 💦 The protective shell of the water heater for pool is made of 304 stainless steel, which is strong in structure and high temperature resistance....
  • 💦 1500W high power immersion water heater makes water heating faster. Its voltage is 110- 125V. It can heat 5 gallons of water to boiling in a few...
  • 💦 The portable water heater for measures 10x1.6 inches and the wire is 60 inches long. It can be used in many occasions, suitable for bathtubs,...
  • 💦 Recommendations: 1. Please make sure that the bucket water heater is completely immersed in the water before use, otherwise it will melt the...
  • 💦 The portable pool heater is very convenient to use, just immerse the portable pool heater in the water and plug it into any grounded wall socket...
SaleBestseller No. 18
YIBEICO 2000W Bucket Heater, Immersion Water Heater, Portable Electric Pool Heater with Digital LCD...
  • 【2000W IMMERSION HEATER】YIBEICO electric water heater has a rated power of 2000W, can boil 5 gallons of water in a few minutes. In the cold...
  • 【SAFETY PROTECTION】With stainless steel protective guard, the pool heater can effectively prevent the heating element from directly contacting the...
  • 【PORTABLE HEATING HELPER】The instant hot water heater is suitable for rapid heats water in large size container like bucket, basin, bath tub, mini...
  • 【EASY TO USE】Fully submerge the heater in the water and connect it to a 120V power supply. Check power indicator light to make sure immersion...
  • 【WARNING TIPS】The heater must be completely immersed in water during working! Please take out the heater before touching the water! Please do not...
SaleBestseller No. 19
ECOPOOLTECH-Swimming Pool Heat Pump-Swimming Pool Heater-for Above Ground Pools, up to 5000gallons,...
  • [A Better Way to Extend Your Swim Season]: Nothing beats a warm swimming pool for your kids, pets and the whole family! What you’ll need is a highly...
  • [Superb Energy Saver]: The pool heater EU50 is a heat pump specifically designed for swimming pools, not an electric or gas heater. The operation only...
  • [Ideal Choice for Above Ground Pools]: The Pool heat pump EU50 is specially designed for above ground pools with up to 5000 gallons of water (No...
  • [Easy to Install]:The heat pump pool heater EU50 allowing fast and easy hookup without professional installation. Just hook up several quick...
  • [High Specs] The pool heat pump EU50 equiped with powerful compressor, outputs a capacity of 14000BTU/hr. The pure titanium heat exchanger can resist...
Bestseller No. 20
AYCHLG 85000Btu/Hr Up to 20000 Gallons Swimming Pool Heater Thermostat for Swimming Pools, SPA...
  • 1.85,000 BTU/ hr in coastal climates,the temperature ranged from 71.6 °F-122 °F (22 °C-50 °C)
  • Suitable for 20,000 Gallons -200 sqft In ground Pools, 27' Round-18 x 33 Oval Above ground pools ( Long Island NY- Corpus Christi TX) . If you are not...
  • 3.Designed, Engineered, Manufactured and Serviced by Coasts
  • 4.Suitable for ALL Hot Tubs,Above Ground Inground Pool Swimming Pool.
  • 5. 60 HZ American Voltage.Use With Water Pump.

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After hours of searching and using all the models on the market, we have found the best pool heaters for 2023. See our ranking below!

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We understand, because we’ve already gone through the whole process of researching pool heaters, which is why we have assembled a comprehensive list of the greatest pool heaters available in the current market. We’ve also come up with a list of questions that you probably have yourself.

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  • Is it worth buying an pool heaters?
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  • What factors deserve consideration when shopping for an effective pool heaters?
  • Why is it crucial to invest in any pool heaters, much less the best one?
  • Which pool heaters are good in the current market?
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How did we create this buying guide? We did it using a custom-created selection of algorithms that lets us manifest a top-10 list of the best available pool heaters currently available on the market.

This technology we use to assemble our list depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following:

  1. Brand Value: Every brand of pool heaters has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an pool heaters?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your pool heaters.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade pool heaters objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their pool heaters.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an pool heaters, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an pool heaters is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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FAQ:

Q: What are the best in-ground pool heaters?

A: Here are the Best Pool Heaters for Inground Pools in 2023 Hayward HP21404T HeatPro Titanium 140,000 BTU Heat Pump for Inground Pools. … Hayward H400FDN Universal H-Series 400,000 BTU Pool and Spa Heater. … Pentair 460732 MasterTemp High Performance Eco-Friendly Pool Heater. … Sta-Rite SR400LP Max-E-Therm Pool and Spa Heater. … Fibropool FH 220 Swimming Pool Heater. …

Q: What is the best brand of pool heater?

A: Best Pool Heaters. Best Overall: Hayward W3H250FDN Universal H-Series Pool Heater; Best Budget: Intex Solar Heater Mat for Above Ground Swimming Pool, 47×47 Inches

Q: Which pool heater should I buy?

A: Natural&Propane gas heaters. Gas heaters can operate on natural gas or propane fuels. … Pool heat pumps. At first,the principle of work is the same as with gas heaters — the water pumped from the pool runs through the filter. Electric heaters. … Solar pool heaters. …

Q: What is the top rated pool heater?

A: Best of the Best. Fibroheat. FH055 Inground Swimming Pool Heater. Check Price. Most Powerful. Bottom Line. With the ability to rapidly warm your pool and energy-efficient operation, this is one of the best pool heaters available. Pros. This gas-powered model has a 55,000-BTU output to rapidly heat your pool.