Buderus Buderus Logaplus WP401 WLW166i MBB E (WLW-4 MBB AR & Logatherm WLW176i.2 E, Zubehör) vs Panasonic Deutschland Aquarea [WH-SDC0309K3E5 / WH-UDZ03KE5]
SCOP (35 °C): Buderus Buderus Logaplus WP401 WLW166i MBB E (WLW-4 MBB AR & Logatherm WLW176i.2 E, Zubehör) 4.99, Panasonic Deutschland Aquarea [WH-SDC0309K3E5 / WH-UDZ03KE5] 5.07. Both models win equally often (6 of 14 points).
Who wins where
- Buderus Buderus Logaplus WP401 WLW166i MBB E (WLW-4 MBB AR & Logatherm WLW176i.2 E, Zubehör)
- Panasonic Deutschland Aquarea [WH-SDC0309K3E5 / WH-UDZ03KE5]
Biggest differences
| Fact | Buderus Logaplus WP401 WLW166i MBB E (WLW-4 MBB AR & Logatherm WLW176i.2 E, Zubehör) | Aquarea [WH-SDC0309K3E5 / WH-UDZ03KE5] |
|---|---|---|
| SEER (cooling) | 3.7 | 6.29 |
| Rated output 55 °C | 4 kW | 3 kW |
| Refrigerant charge | 1.13 kg | 0.9 kg |
| COP A2/W35 | 4.2 | 5.14 |
| Indoor unit sound power | 34 dB(A) | 41 dB(A) |
| COP A-7/W35 | 3.25 | 2.8 |
Score per area = position (0–100) relative to all 1000 models in this category; higher is better.
| Technical specifications | BuderusBuderus Logaplus WP401 WLW166i MBB E (WLW-4 MBB AR & Logatherm WLW176i.2 E, Zubehör) | Panasonic DeutschlandAquarea [WH-SDC0309K3E5 / WH-UDZ03KE5] |
|---|---|---|
| Grants & market | ||
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme | £7,500 – £9,000 | £7,500 – £9,000 |
| Performance | ||
| Rated output 35 °C | 4 kW 1 | 4 kW 1 |
| Rated output 55 °C | 4 kW ✓ 1 | 3 kW 1 |
| Efficiency | ||
| SCOP (35 °C) | 4.99 1 | 5.07 ✓ 1 |
| SCOP (55 °C) | 3.6 ✓ 1 | 3.48 1 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 35 °C | 196 % 1 | 200 % ✓ 1 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 55 °C | 141 % ✓ 1 | 136 % 1 |
| COP A7/W35 | 4.99 1 | 5.33 ✓ 1 |
| COP A2/W35 | 4.2 1 | 5.14 ✓ 1 |
| COP A-7/W35 | 3.25 ✓ 1 | 2.8 1 |
| SEER (cooling) | 3.7 1 | 6.29 ✓ 1 |
| Noise | ||
| Outdoor unit sound power | 48 dB(A) ✓ 1 | 55 dB(A) 1 |
| Indoor unit sound power | 34 dB(A) ✓ 1 | 41 dB(A) 1 |
| Refrigerant | ||
| Refrigerant | R290 1 | R32 1 |
| Refrigerant charge | 1.13 kg 1 | 0.9 kg ✓ 1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Max. power input | 1.9 kW 1 | 2.59 kW 1 |
| Connectivity & smart | ||
| SG Ready | Yes 1 | Yes 1 |
Sources
- List of eligible heat pumps (BEG) — Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle (BAFA) · accessed 27 Sept 2026