Every way to heat a pool.
Compared honestly.
Zane dealers carry all five systems, so nobody here needs to oversell you one. Compare the trade-offs below, then get a free, no-obligation quote for the system that actually fits your pool.
- 51 years, since 1974
- Backed by Waterco (ASX-listed)
- Tested to Australian Standards
| Compare | Solar | Heat pump | Gas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | $$ | $$$ | $$ |
| Running cost | Lowest — the sun is free | Low — inverter efficiency | Highest per swim |
| Heat-up speed | Gradual, sun-dependent | Steady in any weather | Fastest — on demand |
| Swim season | Spring to autumn | All year round | Whenever you switch it on |
| Best for | Sunny roofs & lowest cost of ownership | Year-round swimmers & exact temperature | Spas, weekends & spontaneous swims |
Solar
- Upfront
- $$
- Running cost
- Lowest — the sun is free
- Heat-up
- Gradual, sun-dependent
- Swim season
- Spring to autumn
- Best for
- Sunny roofs & lowest cost of ownership
Heat pump
- Upfront
- $$$
- Running cost
- Low — inverter efficiency
- Heat-up
- Steady in any weather
- Swim season
- All year round
- Best for
- Year-round swimmers & exact temperature
Gas
- Upfront
- $$
- Running cost
- Highest per swim
- Heat-up
- Fastest — on demand
- Swim season
- Whenever you switch it on
- Best for
- Spas, weekends & spontaneous swims
Indicative comparison — exact costs depend on your pool, climate and tariffs. · Still unsure? Take the 30-second guide.
Solar pool heating
Free heat from the Australian sun, collected on your roof and pumped through your pool. The system Zane pioneered — and the cheapest way to own a warm pool, season after season.
- Lowest running costs of any system — sunlight is free
- Zane solar systems documented still working after 25–32 years
- Tested to Australian Standards · Up to 25 year conditional warranty
Two collector systems for different roof types — your dealer will recommend the right one. Get a free quote →
Pool heat pumps
Electroheat heat pumps pull warmth from the air and hold your pool at the exact temperature you set — quietly, efficiently, every month of the year.
- Swim in winter — steady heat in any weather
- Inverter models run up to 80% cheaper than element or fossil-fuel heaters
- Wi-Fi app control on selected models — set it from the couch
End, side or top vent — the ECO-V inverter range fits almost any equipment pad. Get a free quote →
Gas pool heating
Decide to swim at breakfast, be in warm water by lunch. Turbotemp and Raypak heaters run on natural gas or LPG and deliver the fastest heat-up of any system.
- Fastest heat-up — ideal for spontaneous swims
- The go-to choice for spas and pool + spa combos
- Compact footprint, built for Australian conditions
Pairs beautifully with solar — gas for instant top-ups, sun for the everyday. Get a free quote →
Pool covers
A cover locks in the heat you've paid for. It cuts evaporation and overnight heat loss dramatically — which makes every heater on this page cheaper to run.
- Retains heat overnight — extend your season for less
- Reduces water, chemical and energy loss
- Domestic & commercial covers, with rollers to match
Ask your dealer to quote a cover alongside your heater — most owners wish they had sooner. Get a free quote →
Pool automation
Aquamaster and Pooltek controllers manage your heating, pump and more from one place — so the pool is warm when you want it, without you thinking about it.
- Automatic temperature management, year-round
- Smarter running-cost control across your whole system
- Works across Zane heating systems, domestic & commercial
Add it at install time and it costs less than retrofitting later. Get a free quote →
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Tell us where you are and what you're leaning towards — your local Zane dealer will call you back, assess your pool, and price the right system. Free, no obligation, no pressure.
- Advice across all five systems — fit, not quota
- 30 dealer locations across Australia
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