Comparing the top 3 heat pump brands
This page compares the top 3 heat pump brands: Octopus Energy, Vaillant, and Aira. It looks at their size, noise, and footprint side by side, so you can see how they stack up before speaking to an installer.

Octopus Energy

Vaillant

Aira
Comparing size, brand by brand
Grouped by roughly the size heat pump your home might actually need. That way you compare brands directly at that size, not by brand — nobody's really choosing between their own small and large model. Matched by real heating capacity, not just the labelled kW. Fan positions are approximate. A 6ft ruler mark sits at the end of each row; scroll sideways on a narrow screen.
Tiers group models with roughly similar real-world heating output, not identical labelled kW. The exact size your home needs depends on a proper heat-loss survey, not this page. Widths shown are the unit's front-facing width; depths aren't shown in this front-on view. Figures come from each manufacturer's published specifications and may vary by exact model or revision — always confirm with your installer. This is a size and shape comparison only, not an endorsement of any brand.
Frequently asked questions
What if my home falls between two sizes?
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