CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 vs FoxESS HP1-8-E
SCOP (35 °C): CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 4.46, FoxESS HP1-8-E 5.15. The FoxESS HP1-8-E is better on 12 of 15 comparable points.
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Both models in detail
Who wins where
- CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1
- FoxESS HP1-8-E
Biggest differences
| Fact | AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 | HP1-8-E |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerant charge | 0.85 kg | 1.5 kg |
| Heating capacity (A7/W35) | 6 kW | 7.99 kW |
| COP A7/W35 | 5.03 | 6.69 |
| COP A2/W35 | 3.85 | 5.12 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 35 °C | 175.4 % | 203 % |
| SCOP (35 °C) | 4.46 | 5.15 |
Score per area = position (0–100) relative to all 1350 models in this category; higher is better.
| Technical specifications | CHOFUAEYC-0649ZU-CH1 | FoxESSHP1-8-E |
|---|---|---|
| Grants & market | ||
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme | £7,500 – £9,000 | £7,500 – £9,000 |
| General | ||
| Type (source) | Air-to-water1 | Air-to-water1 |
| Performance | ||
| Heating capacity (A7/W35) | 6 kW2 | 7.99 kW✓3 |
| Rated output 35 °C | 7 kW1 | 8 kW✓4 |
| Rated output 55 °C | 7 kW1 | 8 kW✓4 |
| Efficiency | ||
| SCOP (35 °C) | 4.461 | 5.15✓4 |
| SCOP (55 °C) | 3.431 | 3.93✓4 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 35 °C | 175.4 %1 | 203 %✓4 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 55 °C | 134.1 %1 | 154 %✓4 |
| Energy label 35 °C | A+++2 | A+++4 |
| Energy label 55 °C | A++2 | A+++4 |
| COP A7/W35 | 5.031 | 6.69✓1 |
| COP A2/W35 | 3.851 | 5.12✓1 |
| COP A-7/W35 | 2.861 | 3.18✓1 |
| Noise | ||
| Outdoor unit sound power | 54 dB(A)1 | 49 dB(A)✓4 |
| Refrigerant | ||
| Refrigerant | R2901 | R2901 |
| Refrigerant GWP | 32 | 33 |
| Refrigerant charge | 0.85 kg✓1 | 1.5 kg1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Max. power input | 3.82 kW1 | 3.8 kW1 |
| Connectivity & smart | ||
| SG Ready | Yes1 | Yes1 |
| Grants & market | ||
| ISDE grant (NL) | 2,575 €5 | 2,800 €✓6 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 or the FoxESS HP1-8-E?
SCOP (35 °C): CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 4.46, FoxESS HP1-8-E 5.15. The FoxESS HP1-8-E is better on 12 of 15 comparable points.
What is the SCOP (35 °C) of the CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 and the FoxESS HP1-8-E?
CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1: 4.46. FoxESS HP1-8-E: 5.15.
Which is better on refrigerant charge: the CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 or the FoxESS HP1-8-E?
CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1: 0.85 kg. FoxESS HP1-8-E: 1.5 kg.
Which is better on heating capacity (A7/W35): the CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1 or the FoxESS HP1-8-E?
FoxESS HP1-8-E: 7.99 kW. CHOFU AEYC-0649ZU-CH1: 6 kW.
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Sources
- List of eligible heat pumps (BEG) — Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle (BAFA) · accessed 27 Sept 2026
- Heat Pump Keymark certificates — EHPA / DIN CERTCO (Heat Pump KEYMARK) · accessed 29 Sept 2026
- Heat Pump Keymark certificates — EHPA / DIN CERTCO (Heat Pump KEYMARK) · accessed 29 Sept 2026
- European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL) – heat pumps — Europese Commissie · accessed 18 Oct 2026
- ISDE heat pump notification code list — Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) · accessed 25 Oct 2026
- ISDE heat pump notification code list — Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) · accessed 25 Oct 2026