Head to head
Grant Aerona3 R32 6kW vs Vaillant aroTHERM plus 7kW
The Grant Aerona3 R32 6kW is a r32 inverter driven air source heat pump, 6 kw heat output. The Vaillant aroTHERM plus 7kW is a r290 monobloc air source heat pump, 7 kw heat output.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Grant Aerona3 R32 6kW | Vaillant aroTHERM plus 7kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat output | 6 kW | 7 kW |
| SCOP | 4.61 (35C flow), 3.29 (55C flow) | up to 5.03 |
| Refrigerant | R32 | R290 (propane), low GWP |
| Dimensions | 675 x 898 x 379.4 mm (H x W x D) | 1565 x 1100 x 450 mm (H x W x D) |
| Weight | 51 kg | 194 kg (operating) |
| Warranty | 7 years when installed by a Grant G1 accredited installer | - |
| Sound power | - | 58 dB(A) at A7/W35, 60 dB(A) at A7/W55 |
| Max flow temperature | - | 75C |
Sources: Grant Aerona3 R32 6kW, Vaillant aroTHERM plus 7kW. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Aerona3 R32 6kW if...
A 6kW R32 inverter driven heat pump from Grant's Aerona3 range, a common choice for off-gas-grid homes that previously ran an oil boiler. It carries a 7 year warranty through Grant's G1 installer scheme, one of the longer standard terms in this category.
Full Aerona3 R32 6kW specifications →Buy or hire the aroTHERM plus 7kW if...
A mid-size aroTHERM plus for a typical three-bed house. It is taller and heavier than the 5kW unit, reflecting a larger outdoor cabinet, and shares the same R290 refrigerant and 75C maximum flow temperature.
Full aroTHERM plus 7kW specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Grant Aerona3 R32 6kW and the Vaillant aroTHERM plus 7kW?
The Grant Aerona3 R32 6kW is a r32 inverter driven air source heat pump, 6 kW heat output; the Vaillant aroTHERM plus 7kW is a r290 monobloc air source heat pump, 7 kW heat output.
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