Panasonic Aquarea vs Daikin Altherma vs Mitsubishi Ecodan – heat pump comparison

Quick summary

Panasonic Aquarea: strong price-performance
Daikin Altherma: high seasonal efficiency and modulation
Mitsubishi Ecodan: very quiet outdoor units
Suitable for: standard new builds and many retrofits

Overview

Panasonic, Daikin and Mitsubishi are among the most common names when homeowners research air-to-water heat pumps. All three provide systems for new builds and modernised houses, with varying strengths in noise, efficiency and price.

Act now while incentives are still attractive

Government incentives, tax credits and rebates can significantly reduce the up-front investment and shorten the payback period of a heat pump.

Many programmes in the US, UK and EU are time-limited or adjusted every year.
Some schemes have fixed yearly budgets that can run out during the year.
Homeowners who act early often secure higher grants and better conditions.

Installing a heat pump while incentives are generous can therefore noticeably improve the overall economics.