PowerGuide

Heat Pumps

Heat pumps are 3–4× more efficient than a gas boiler. We compare the best UK models on the specs that matter — efficiency (SCOP), flow temperature, noise and warranty — and help you work out the real cost after the grant.

£7,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant England & Wales homeowners can claim £7,500 off an air or ground source heat pump, often bringing the price close to a new gas boiler. See if you qualify →

Top-rated heat pumps

Mitsubishi Electric · 8.5kW R290

Mitsubishi Ecodan

The UK's most-installed heat pump — proven reliability and the deepest installer network, now with an efficient R290 model.

A4.6 ~£11,500
Specs & review
Octopus Energy · 6kW

Octopus Cosy 6

Octopus's own 6kW R290 heat pump, usually fitted by Octopus — with the £7,500 grant the all-in price often lands close to a new gas boiler.

A4.6 ~£9,500
Specs & review