Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE vs Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]
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SCOP (35 °C): Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE 3.92, Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L] 4.36. The Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L] is better on 10 of 14 comparable points.
Both models in detail
Who wins where
- Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE
- Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]
Biggest differences
| Fact | Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE | AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L] |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerant charge | 7.1 kg | 3 kg |
| COP A7/W35 | 3.65 | 4.8 |
| Indoor unit sound power | 45 dB(A) | 35 dB(A) |
| Outdoor unit sound power | 68 dB(A) | 55 dB(A) |
| COP A2/W35 | 3.36 | 4.12 |
| Rated output 35 °C | 23 kW | 20 kW |
Score per area = position (0–100) relative to all 1350 models in this category; higher is better.
| Technical specifications | Mitsubishi ElectricEcodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE | PanasonicAQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L] |
|---|---|---|
| Grants & market | ||
| Boiler Upgrade Scheme | £7,500 – £9,000 | £7,500 – £9,000 |
| General | ||
| Type (source) | Air-to-water1 | Air-to-water1 |
| Performance | ||
| Rated output 35 °C | 23 kW✓1 | 20 kW1 |
| Rated output 55 °C | 23 kW✓1 | 20 kW1 |
| Efficiency | ||
| SCOP (35 °C) | 3.921 | 4.36✓1 |
| SCOP (55 °C) | 3.21 | 3.6✓1 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 35 °C | 154 %1 | 171 %✓1 |
| Seasonal efficiency ηs 55 °C | 125 %1 | 141 %✓1 |
| COP A7/W35 | 3.651 | 4.8✓1 |
| COP A2/W35 | 3.361 | 4.12✓1 |
| COP A-7/W35 | 3.34✓1 | 2.991 |
| SEER (cooling) | 4.321 | 4.45✓1 |
| Noise | ||
| Outdoor unit sound power | 68 dB(A)1 | 55 dB(A)✓1 |
| Indoor unit sound power | 45 dB(A)1 | 35 dB(A)✓1 |
| Refrigerant | ||
| Refrigerant | R410A1 | R2901 |
| Refrigerant charge | 7.1 kg1 | 3 kg✓1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Max. power input | 13.16 kW1 | 15.1 kW1 |
| Connectivity & smart | ||
| SG Ready | Yes1 | Yes1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE or the Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]?
SCOP (35 °C): Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE 3.92, Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L] 4.36. The Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L] is better on 10 of 14 comparable points.
What is the SCOP (35 °C) of the Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE and the Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]?
Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE: 3.92. Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]: 4.36.
Which is better on refrigerant charge: the Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE or the Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]?
Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]: 3 kg. Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE: 7.1 kg.
Which is better on COP A7/W35: the Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE or the Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]?
Panasonic AQUAREA [WH-WXG20ME8 + WH-CME8L]: 4.8. Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan PUHZ-SHW230YKA2 + ERSE-MEE: 3.65.
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Sources
- List of eligible heat pumps (BEG) — Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle (BAFA) · accessed 27 Sept 2026