Panasonic Aquarea Air Source Heat Pump Cost in Scotland
Price on quote. Panasonic Aquarea does not publish an installed price and no credible third-party figure exists, so we show none. For scale, the median Boiler Upgrade Scheme install cost £12,908 before the grant (DESNZ Boiler Upgrade Scheme median, April to June 2026).
Home Energy Scotland grant (up to £7,500; £9,000 in rural and island areas).
Panasonic sells its Aquarea air-to-water heat pumps in the UK through trained installers. The current L Series and T-CAP M Series use R290 refrigerant and supply water at up to 75°C, and ScottishPower's installer Plug Me In fits Aquarea for ScottishPower customers. British Gas signed a service and maintenance deal with Panasonic in March 2025.
Panasonic Aquarea models and running costs in Scotland
Running costs for 10,000 kWh of heat a year at 26.11p per kWh (Ofgem price cap for Southern Scotland, 1 October to 31 December 2026), at a 45°C design flow temperature: the midpoint of each model's MCS-certified 35°C and 55°C SCOPs.
| Model | Size | SCOP 35°C / 55°C | Installed, before grant | Running cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquarea L Series 9kW typical 3-bed semi. 9.0 kW at A7/W35; 7.0 kW at 2°C and -7°C outdoor | 9 kW | 4.71 / 3.57 | Price on quote | £630 |
| Aquarea T-CAP M Series 12kW larger 4-bed or older detached homes. holds its full 12 kW output at -7°C outdoor (35°C flow) | 12 kW | 4.62 / 3.55 | Price on quote | £640 |
Pros
- R290 refrigerant in both the L Series and T-CAP M Series
- Water flow temperatures up to 75°C for radiator systems
- T-CAP M Series 12 kW keeps its full 12 kW output at -7°C outdoor
- Up to 7-year parts and labour warranty through Panasonic PRO Partner installers
- Fitted by ScottishPower's installer Plug Me In; British Gas has a Panasonic service deal
Cons
- The 7-year warranty only applies when a PRO Partner installer registers it
- T-CAP M Series outdoor units are large and heavy: 1,520 mm tall and 161 kg
- L Series 9 kW output falls to 7.0 kW at 2°C and -7°C outdoor (35°C flow)
- No published installed price
Best for: Homeowners who want a mainstream Japanese brand with R290 models, including a T-CAP unit that holds full output in cold weather. Warranty: 3 years, up to 7 with conditions.
What Scotland means for your heat pump
- Climate. January averages 5.5°C by day and 0.3°C at night, with 72 days of air frost a year (Met Office 1991-2020; UK 1.2°C and 53 days). The heat loss survey sizes the unit for your local design temperature.
- Gas grid. 20% of homes here are off the gas grid (2024 estimate; Great Britain 16%).
- Grant. Home Energy Scotland grant (up to £7,500; £9,000 in rural and island areas).
Full detail for the region, including planning rules and running costs against gas: air source heat pump cost in Scotland.
Panasonic Aquarea prices in towns across Scotland
Other brands in Scotland
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Panasonic Aquarea heat pump cost in Scotland?
Panasonic Aquarea does not publish an installed price and no credible third-party figure exists, so we show none. For scale, the median Boiler Upgrade Scheme install cost £12,908 before the grant (DESNZ Boiler Upgrade Scheme median, April to June 2026). In Scotland a £7,500 grant comes off whatever your installer quotes.
Can I get the grant on a Panasonic Aquarea heat pump in Scotland?
Yes, if your home qualifies: the Home Energy Scotland grant is not tied to a brand. Apply and get approval before the work starts.
What would a Panasonic Aquarea heat pump cost to run in Scotland?
Roughly £630 a year for the Aquarea L Series 9kW to deliver 10,000 kWh of heat at 26.11p per kWh (Ofgem price cap for Southern Scotland, 1 October to 31 December 2026). That assumes a 45°C design flow temperature, estimated from its MCS-certified SCOPs of 4.71 at 35°C and 3.57 at 55°C. A lower flow temperature, with bigger radiators or underfloor heating, costs less to run.
Who installs Panasonic Aquarea heat pumps in Scotland?
MCS-certified installers across Scotland fit Panasonic Aquarea. Ask for a heat loss survey and compare two or three quotes on the same basis: unit size, cylinder, radiator changes and warranty.
Heat pump guides for Scotland
Prices, models, efficiency and warranties are indicative and change; confirm with your MCS-certified installer. Climate: Met Office 1991-2020 averages. Energy prices: Ofgem price cap for Southern Scotland, 1 October to 31 December 2026.
Where are you?
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