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Tempstar Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings - Tempstar offers heat pump models in energy efficiency ranges from 13 SEER 7.7 HSPF to 19 SEER 11 HSPF. Tempstar offers a variety of warranties depending on the Tempstar heat pump product you select and typically the higher efficiency ranges get the better warranties with a Tempstar heat pump.
Efficiency rating also depends on the capacity or tonnage of the unit purchased for Tempstar heat pumps. To get the best energy efficiency, a matched system should be purchased. Some of Tempstar’s heat pumps are Energy Star rated. Some features of selected Tempstar heat pumps are:
Tempstar Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings | Select Features
- Tempstar heat pump units use R-410A refrigerant
- Select units have ECM variable-speed condenser fan motors for quieter operation
- 5-stage variable-speed compressor operation on select units
- Select Tempstar heat pump models are Energy Star rated with the top model rated at 19 SEER and 11 HSPF
- Mid-range models up to 17 SEER with a baseline of 15 SEER provided proper installation for Tempstar heat pumps
- Dual fuel capable with a compatible gas furnace and thermostat
- Selected Tempstar heat pumps have two-stage compressors for better energy efficiency
- Wi-Fi® remote access available for select Tempstar heat pumps
- Diagnostic features on the control board for easier heat pump troubleshooting
- Higher SEER/HSPF heat pump models need to be matched with a Tempstar air handler to achieve the rated efficiency levels noted on the heat pump equipment.
- 10-year warranty on the condenser coil for selected Tempstar heat pump units
- 10-Year No Hassle Replacement™ Heat Pump Limited Warranty
- Tempstar Warranties as Compared to Other Brands 90%
- Tempstar Quality as Compared to Other Brands 90%
- Consumer Opinion based on Field Experience 81%
- Tempstar Efficiency Compared to Other Brands 88%
- Overall Tempstar Opinion from a Technical Perspective 91%
Tempstar Top HSPF Rating
Tempstar Heat Pump Top SEER Rating
Air Source Heat Pump Tips | Dual Fuel Heating
A dual fuel heat pump is a heat pump with a gas furnace for backup heating rather than electric heat strips.
Air source heat pumps have a backup heating source. In most installations, the backup heating source is electric heat strips. Electric heat strips are very cheap to install in most cases. However, while electricity is generally regarded as 100% efficient, producing it is more costly than other heating methods. For a more efficient heat pump, consider a dual fuel heat pump, or a heat pump with a gas furnace for the backup heat source. It will be more costly to install, but your monthly bills will be reduced.
Tempstar Heat Pump Model Comparison | ||
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Deluxe Series (Premium Model) | Performance Series (Mid-Range Model) | QuietComfort® Series (Economy Model) |
Energy Efficiency offers up to 19 SEER with 11 HSPF for the Premium model heating and cooling systems | Up to 17.5 SEER with 9.5 HSPF energy efficiency ratings for mid-range heating and cooling heat pump systems. Baseline models are 15 SEER | Up to 16 SEER Rating with 9 HSPF Heating Rating for heating and cooling heat pump systems. |
10-Year No Hassle Replacement Limited Warranty with 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty | 10-Year No Hassle Replacement Limited Warranty with 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty | 5-Year No Hassle Replacement Limited Warranty with 10-Year Parts Limited Warranty |
High-efficiency ECM variable speed condenser fan motor. | Single-speed condenser fan motor | Single-speed fan motor |
High-efficiency variable-speed rotary compressor for Premium model heat pumps | Two-stage compressor | Efficient, single-stage scroll compressor |
Baked-on powder coat finishes over galvanized steel with protective tight wire grille panels. | Powder coat finish over galvanized steel with protective inlet grille panels. | Powder coat finish over galvanized steel with tight wire grille. |
Ion System Control with Wi-Fi® remote access convenience. | Controls not indicated | Wi-Fi® enabled remote access with the Observer® communicating control diagnostic from outdoor and indoor connected units. wires to outdoor unit required |
Coil design and features not indicated | Heat Pump Coil design and features not indicated | Coil design and features not indicated |
Heat Pump Control panel features not indicated | Control panel features not indicated | Economy heat pump models control panel features not indicated |
Meets ENERGY STAR Heat Pump qualifications | Select mid-range heat pumps are Energy Star rated | Select economy heat pumps are Energy Star rated |
High-Pressure Switch on all Premium models | N/A | N/A |
Low-Pressure Switch on all Premium models | N/A | N/A |
Electronic Expansion Valve | Thermostatic Expansion Valve | Expansion Valve information not indicated |
Heat Pump Defrost information not indicated | Heat Pump Defrost information not indicated | Defrost information not indicated |
Additional Information | Tempstar Heat Pump Reviews
High Performance HVAC always recommends to consumers purchasing new HVAC heating and cooling system, including heat pump units and air conditioners, to make sure you choose a good local HVAC contractor for the installation of the new heating and cooling system. Installation is very important for heat pump units and air conditioners. Poor installation can lead to premature failure and poor performance of a heat pump.
Tempstar offers a 10 year “No Hassle” replacement limited warranty that guarantees if the coil or the compressor fails in the first ten years Tempstar will replace the heat pump unit or air conditioning system. When you see a limited warranty make sure you read the fine print because many times you will get the replacement for free but you will have to pay for labor to install the new heat pump condenser.
Nearly all limited warranties do not include the cost of labor. Always check to see if an extended part and labor warranty is available from the manufacturer especially when purchasing the top-of-the-line heating and cooling models.
For more on the Tempstar warranty for all their heat pump and air conditioning models and for the latest models and efficiency, ratings see the Tempstar website. Tempstar owns the trademark names for several of its heating and cooling equipment features. All rights reserved for those names. Specifically, Tempstar has those trademarks for components and processes in their air conditioning and heat pump systems.
There is not much history about Tempstar except the fact they are owned by United Technologies.
Tempstar Heat Pump Reviews - Consumer Ratings
The following video demonstrates a pair of Tempstar heat pumps that look pretty good. One thing of note: These heat pumps look a little close to the house. The standard for distance is a minimum of 18 inches. I prefer a little more space but the space allows for proper air flow and access for service and repair. Most code inspectors would have caught this on an inspection for a final on the permit. It is why we always say, “contractor over any brand” when it comes to heat pumps or any other type of HVAC equipment heating and cooling installation.
This seems odd. I have a Tempstar and it came with a 10 year “no hassle” warranty. All parts and labour included.
I live in south Florida and installed a Tempstar 3.5 ton unit in my new house in 1999. Other than thermostat problem in 2002, have not even had the unit serviced (replace sir filters twice a year) since new. I know there is some luck involved, but that is my true experience. I am currently searching for a future replacement and now I am totally lost. Just because I had luck with this unit does not mean I will have similar luck in the future. Seems like quality for all AC’s have declined. Doing research now.
I HAVE AN INSTALLATION OF THE TEMPSTART SYSTEM TODAY, AFTER READING THE ABOVE COMMENTS I GUESS I MADE A BAD CHOICE. JUST MY DAM LUCK.
I think, in some cases, the equipment is not the problem. All equipment has failures from time to time but if the installation was done properly and regular maintenance is performed you are less likely to have problems with the equipment than if it was installed improperly (and many systems are because people typically go for the lowest bid and not always the most competent installer) or if the system is neglected by not having regular maintenance. Always check out the contractor to make sure they are competent in what they have done in the past. Proper installation is key to having a good, properly functioning and efficient system installed and working for years with little or no problems.
Not so. I have had mine Tempstar for 5 years, never a problem with it always worked well. It is -5 degrees outside now and it is still working on heat pump no auxiliary heat yet.
Reviewed by Admin Transfer September 05, 2011
overall good equiptment for the money!!!
Reviewed by tom donaldson September 09, 2009
overall good equipment for the money!!!
I guess it is the installing contractor verses the actual equipment sometimes!! But the overall performance of the Tempstar mid grade and up is outstanding the no hassle warr. is the best yet!! SO IF YOU PASS MY HOUSE!! You passed one happy customer!! Thanks !!
Reviewed by Admin Transfer September 05, 2011
Many repairs
Reviewed by Lance March 02, 2011
Many repairs
Not much good I can say about this brand or Heat Pump. Any energy savings has been far surpassed by repairs. Same with the AC. Stay away from this brand.
Reviewed by Admin Transfer September 05, 2011
Don’t Buy
Reviewed by Rene Hales August 24, 2009
Don’t Buy
Warranty for 5 years. Immediately died. We are having to replace the entire unit. DON’T BUY THIS BRAND.
Submitted by Margaret on 2015/05/11 at 7:24 pm
I replaced a heat pump in 2010 that has been in my house for 21 years with no service repairs as it was just getting noisy. I took the advice of a local dealer and purchased a temp star. That was the LARGEST mistake I ever made. It is now not working again. The compressor has gone out for the second time. Once in 2012 and now in 2015 at the cost of $1100. Each time. STAY AWAY FROM TEMPSTAR!!!!!!!! I talk to them and was told there was nothing they could do for me.