Just remember that you need the sun for this solar pool heater to work just like any other solar heater. Don’t forget to put a solar cover on the pool when it’s not in use to conserve whatever heat there is already in the water. Pros

Bestway Pool Heater is a simple and effective way to warm up water in your above ground pool, creating a comfortable and relaxing environment to swim, paddle or play in. The outdoor pool heater is ideal for use with Bestway pools measuring 15 ft or smaller however can be used with bigger pools to slightly less effect. DO NOT use the pool heater without the filter pump running. The heater needs water inside it to work and it’s the filter pump that pushes the water there. When turning off your pool system, turn off the heater first and then the filter pump. Please note that during particularly busy periods, it may take a little longer to receive your delivery and our carrier may attempt to deliver to you on a Saturday. This is a good alternative to my Intex 2.2 KW Electric Pool Heater, it is very similar in performance. I just prefer the Intex version but this is just as good, it just takes a little more effort to get it switched on and it’s not easy to see the LCD screen or the power light if the sun is shining on it. Once you’ve plugged it in, it beeps to indicate it is ready but the heater is still off. You have to press and hold the button for 2 seconds before it will start heating. Just something to note!I have also used a solar heat mat which I have also reviewed below which gets my pool to around 24-26 degrees. The problem is it only works if it’s sunny! If it’s cloudy, it’s a waste of time. This is where a good electric heater comes in. If it’s cloudy in the morning but sunny in the afternoon, I can use the electric heater instead. Don’t get me wrong, the solar heater is great but only on warm sunny days with blue skies. The outdoor pool heater is made for use with Bestway pools with a water capacity between 1,520L and 17,035 L (400gal and 4,500 gal.) however can be used with bigger pools to slightly less effect. When used with the recommended sized pool the expected water temperature will increase by approx. 0.5? to 1.5? per hour dependent on pool size.

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It’s important to make sure that the flow rate of your filter pump is within the range that the pool heater can handle. If the flow rate is too big, then the water doesn’t spend enough time in the heater and won’t warm up enough. If the flow rate is too small, then the filter pump isn’t strong enough to circulate the water and only the top part of the pool water becomes warm. And a warning

Depending on your pool size and your preferred temperature the pool heater can take anywhere between 12 hours to 3 days to warm the water. The swimming pool heater has the ability to increase water temperature by approximately 0.5 degree Celsius to 1.5 degree Celsius per hour. Once again, this varies from pool size to pool size. Please note that this pool heater does not include a thermostat to adjust the temperature setting. Specifications Please be aware that the solar mats’ effectiveness depends on the amount of sunlight they receive. If it is not sunny, they will not be effective which is why I have both electric and solar heat mats to swop between as and when needed. Pros There are a few of these solar pool heaters around. However, I prefer this Intex model over the very similar Bestway alternative because this Intex Eco-Friendly Solar Heating Mat comes with pipes that push on (not screw), which most pools have. The Bestway solar mat has a screw-on fittings, so you might need to buy attachments to make it compatible with your pool unless it has screw-on fitting. When using any electric pool heater, remember that you’re heating a great deal of water through a relatively small appliance. It will take quite a while (hours or even a day or so) for the entire pool of water to reach the temperature you want. And that adds quite a cost to your electric bill. Pros Pool heater is supplied with a portable residual current device-rated residual operating current not exceeding 10mAI have used this pool heater on an 8ft rectangular framed pool, and it took the water temperature from a chilly 18 degrees to a comfortable 28 degrees in around 10 hours. Another time it was 10 degrees, and took around 12 hours to reach 22 degrees. The point here is that it depends on the outside temperature. Also, get yourself a pool cover to help retain the heat, this helps alot and is definitely money well spent. This is not intended to be a full statement of your rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations. Full details of your rights are available from your Local Authority’s Trading Standards Office. How To Return A Product