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NIBE S2125 Model 8 vs Vaillant aroTHERM plus 10kW
The NIBE S2125 Model 8 is a air/water heat pump, up to 5.4 kw heat output. The Vaillant aroTHERM plus 10kW is a r290 monobloc air source heat pump, 10 kw heat output.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| NIBE S2125 Model 8 | Vaillant aroTHERM plus 10kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat output | 5.33 kW (average climate), 5.4 kW (cold climate) | 10 kW |
| SCOP | 5.0 at 35C, 3.7 at 55C (average climate); 4.1 at 35C, 3.2 at 55C (cold climate) | up to 5.03 |
| Max flow temperature | up to 75C | 75C |
| Sound power | 49 dB(A) at nominal rating (EN12102) | - |
| Dimensions | 1070 x 1130 x 820 mm (H x W x D) | - |
| Weight | 150 kg | - |
| Refrigerant | - | R290 (propane), low GWP |
Sources: NIBE S2125 Model 8, Vaillant aroTHERM plus 10kW. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S2125 Model 8 if...
A smaller NIBE S2125 rated to keep working in cold climates, reaching up to 65C flow even at -25C outdoors. It suits a smaller house where cold-weather reliability matters more than raw output.
Full S2125 Model 8 specifications →Buy or hire the aroTHERM plus 10kW if...
The larger aroTHERM plus, sized for a bigger house with a higher heat loss. It keeps the same R290 refrigerant and 75C maximum flow temperature as the smaller units in the range, so it can usually work with existing radiators.
Full aroTHERM plus 10kW specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the NIBE S2125 Model 8 and the Vaillant aroTHERM plus 10kW?
The NIBE S2125 Model 8 is a air/water heat pump, up to 5.4 kW heat output; the Vaillant aroTHERM plus 10kW is a r290 monobloc air source heat pump, 10 kW heat output.
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