Pool Heat Pump Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to supply and install a pool heat pump in Australia. Size it to your pool, then add the install extras. Heat pumps cost more upfront than gas but far less to run.

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Your pool heat pump details

Estimated pool heat pump cost · NSW$3,900 – $5,850Indicative estimate only
$4,860Midpoint
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How your estimate comparesTypical range
$4,860
$3,240$9,720
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Your estimate sits within the typical range.

💡Heat pumps cost more to buy than gas heaters but a fraction to run, roughly a quarter of the energy of gas for the same heat. Over a few seasons they usually win.

Where the money goes

Estimated breakdown for your configuration

Heat pump unit$3,30068%
Installation & plumbing$95020%
Electrical$60012%
💰 Ways to save
  • Always pair a heat pump with a pool blanket, it is the cheapest way to slash running cost.
  • Run the pump during the day on solar or off-peak power to cut electricity cost.

or from $23/week over 5 years , indicative finance

How we estimate this

A pool heat pump in Australia typically costs $3,000 to $9,000 supplied and installed in 2026, depending on pool size and the unit's output. Bigger pools need a bigger (more expensive) unit to heat in reasonable time.

Pricing reviewed: October 2026.

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Pricing reviewed October 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.

Understanding pool heat pump costs in Australia

A pool heat pump in Australia typically costs $3,000 to $9,000 supplied and installed in 2026, depending on pool size and the unit's output. Bigger pools need a bigger (more expensive) unit to heat in reasonable time.

Running cost is where heat pumps win. They move heat rather than burn fuel, using roughly a quarter of the energy of gas for the same result, especially when paired with a pool blanket.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a pool heat pump cost in Australia?

Typically $3,000 to $9,000 supplied and installed in 2026, depending on pool size. Larger pools need a higher-output unit, which costs more.

Is a heat pump cheaper to run than gas pool heating?

Yes, by a wide margin. A heat pump uses roughly a quarter of the energy of gas for the same heat, so it costs more upfront but far less to run, especially with a pool blanket.

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