What is the best 5-ton central heat pump?

On certified efficiency, the Lennox SL22KLV-060-230A leads at 21.1 SEER2 and 9.6 HSPF2. For cold climates the Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNA has the best efficiency at 5°F (COP 2.60). For very hot summers the Bryant 248TAN060**AA has the highest EER2 (13.0). The right pick depends on your climate, so compare the lists above.

How much does a 5-ton central heat pump cost to run?

A typical 5-ton central heat pump (16.0 SEER2, 8.1 HSPF2) uses about $1,963 of electricity a year in a mixed climate like Atlanta, roughly $164 a month on average. Across U.S. climates it ranges from $1,943 to $3,912 a year. The most efficient model in this class saves about $369 a year in Atlanta.

Which 5-ton central heat pump works best in cold weather?

Look for ENERGY STAR cold-climate certification (49 of 100 qualify). The Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNA has the highest COP at 5°F in this class (2.60) and delivers 34,400 BTU/h at 5°F. Cold-climate units are often marketed as hyper-heat or low-ambient models.

Best 5-ton central heat pumps

100 ENERGY STAR certified 5-ton central heat pumps from 49 brands, ranked on their official ratings. Here are the winners for each kind of home, then the full list.

Best overall

Lennox SL22KLV-060-230A

5 ton central · DAVE LENNOX SIGNATURE SL22KLV SERIES · cold-climate certified

SEER2: 21.1
HSPF2: 9.6
Heat at 5°F: 45,500

Highest seasonal cooling efficiency of all 100 5-ton central heat pumps, with 9.6 HSPF2 for heating.

Full specs and running cost

Best for cold winters

Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNA

5 ton central · F Series · cold-climate certified

SEER2: 16.0
HSPF2: 8.1
COP at 5°F: 2.60

Cold-climate certified, with one of the best efficiencies at 5°F in this size (COP 2.60).

Full specs and running cost

Best for hot summers

Bryant 248TAN060**AA

5 ton central · 2-STAGE 18 SEER HP

SEER2: 17.5
HSPF2: 8.5
EER2: 13.0

EER2 of 13.0: among the most efficient on a 95°F afternoon.

Full specs and running cost

Area one unit coversabout 2,000-3,800 sq ft
Typical running cost$1,963/yr in Atlanta
Average efficiency16.7 SEER2
Cold-climate certified49 of 100

Compare all 100 5-ton central heat pumps

100 models, ranked by SEER2 (cooling efficiency), then HSPF2.

#							Cold
1	Lennox SL22KLV-060-230ADAVE LENNOX SIGNATURE SL22KLV SERIES	5-ton	21.1	11.7	9.6	45,500	Yes	33
2	Lennox EL21KLV-060-230AElite EL21KLV SERIES	5-ton	20.5	11.7	9.0	38,500	Yes	106
3	GE NS21H60MA5-**ANS21H Series	5-ton	20.5	11.7	8.5	38,500	Yes	51
4	ACIQ B5H0V60KAAASmartSense 20 VS HP	5-ton	20.0	10.0	9.0	46,000	Yes	950
5	Tempstar B5H3V60KAAASmartSense 23 VS HP	5-ton	20.0	12.5	9.0	47,500	Yes	306
6	Carrier 27VNA360A*030Infinity 23 VS Heat Pump	5-ton	20.0	12.5	8.5	47,500	Yes	41
7	Comfortmaker C5H3V60KAAASoftSound 23 VS Heat Pump	5-ton	20.0	12.5	8.5	47,500	Yes	165
8	Heil H5H3V60KAAAQUIETCOMFORT DELUXE 23 VS HP	5-ton	20.0	12.5	8.5	47,500	Yes	219
9	Tempstar T5H3V60KAAASmartSense 23 VS HP	5-ton	20.0	12.5	8.5	47,500	Yes	55
10	ACIQ H5H0V60KAAADeluxe 20 VS Heat Pump	5-ton	19.0	9.5	9.0	46,000	Yes	632
11	Carrier 27VNA060A*030Infinity 20 VS Heat Pump	5-ton	19.0	9.5	9.0	46,000	Yes	158
12	Hisense AUWR-6024PHi-PRO HD	5-ton	19.0	11.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	3
13	Hisense AUWR-60U3TH5Hi-PRO HD	5-ton	19.0	11.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	2
14	Keeprite C5H0V60KAAAProComfort 20 VS HP	5-ton	19.0	9.5	9.0	46,000	Yes	474
15	Multi MFG MSD-60HD-BHMHP	5-ton	19.0	11.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	1
16	Armstrong Air 4SHP22LX160P-**A4SHP22LX SERIES	5-ton	19.0	12.0	8.7	31,200	No	48
17	GE NS22H60MA4-**ANS22H Series	5-ton	19.0	12.0	8.7	31,200	No	17
18	Friedrich RD17AZ60AJ3NPRESTIGE SERIES	5-ton	19.0	10.0	8.1	49,500	Yes	76
19	Innovair TOV60H2XAT32	5-ton	18.5	11.5	9.2	40,000	Yes	2
20	Airquest N5H9V60KAAAPerformance 19 SEER2 VS HP	5-ton	17.5	12.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	1696
21	Bryant 249VAN060**AAPreferred 19 SEER2 VS HP	5-ton	17.5	12.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	218
22	Carrier 27VPA960A*030Performance 19 SEER2 VS HP	5-ton	17.5	12.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	225
23	Innovair GOV60H2BAGT4	5-ton	17.5	11.3	9.0	42,500	Yes	2
24	Samsung AC060BXUPCHHylex	5-ton	17.5	8.5	9.0	48,000	Yes	2
25	Tempstar Q5H9V60KAAAQuietComfort 19 SEER2 VS HP	5-ton	17.5	12.0	9.0	42,000	Yes	1484
26	Bryant 248TAN060**AA2-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	127
27	Bryant PH8TAN560**AA2-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	273
28	Carrier 27TPA860A**302-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	131
29	Carrier GH8TAN560**AA2-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	258
30	Grandaire W5H8T60KAAA2-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,600	No	70
31	Heil H5H8T60KAAAMainline 18 SEER2 HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	255
32	Heil N5H8T60KAAA2-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	1164
33	Kenmore (C,H,T)5H8T60KAAAMainline 18 SEER2 HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	84
34	Tempstar T5H8T60KAAAMainline 18 SEER2 HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	85
35	WeatherMaker PH8TAN560**AB2-STAGE 18 SEER HP	5-ton	17.5	13.0	8.5	31,800	No	49
36	Friedrich FRP17AY60AJVCF-Series Plus	5-ton	17.0	10.5	9.5	45,500	Yes	97
37	Rheem RP17AY60AJVCClassic Plus	5-ton	17.0	10.5	9.5	45,500	Yes	98
38	Sure SP17AY60AJVCNONE	5-ton	17.0	10.5	9.5	45,500	Yes	49
39	Samsung AC060FCUPCGHylex	5-ton	17.0	10.8	9.0	44,000	Yes	4
40	COSTWAY FP10983USFP10983US	5-ton	17.0	10.0	8.6	42,500	Yes	1
41	AUX AHU60HPV1BOB-Series	5-ton	16.5	9.5	9.5	48,000	Yes	1
42	ECOTEMP W4H7T60KAAA2-STAGE 17 SEER HP	5-ton	16.5	12.5	8.1	-	No	2
43	Arcoaire D5CUHAH60AAK+TIC2025-0016Crossover Heat Pump	5-ton	16.0	10.0	9.0	52,000	Yes	8
44	Bryant 37MUHAQ60AA3+KSAIC0701230Crossover Heat Pump	5-ton	16.0	9.8	9.0	51,500	Yes	11
45	Carrier 37MUHAQ60AA3+TIC2025-0016Crossover Heat Pump	5-ton	16.0	10.0	9.0	52,000	Yes	3
46	Tempstar D5CUHAH60AAK+KSAIC0701230Crossover Heat Pump	5-ton	16.0	9.8	9.0	51,500	Yes	16
47	Daikin DH5SEA6010ADH5SE	5-ton	16.0	12.0	8.2	30,000	No	3
48	Coleman THF2B60T21LX SERIES	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	32,800	No	937
49	EVCON RHP15060B21LX SERIES	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	32,800	No	38
50	Friedrich FWP15AZ60AJ2NF-SERIES PLUS	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	34,200	Yes	4
51	Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNAF Series	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	34,400	Yes	4
52	LPS Legacy H4H7T60KAAAMainline 17 SEER2 HP	5-ton	16.0	12.0	8.1	-	No	1
53	Mainline MPP15AZ60AJ2NPerformance	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	30,600	Yes	1
54	Rheem RP15AZ60AJ2NCLASSIC PLUS	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	34,400	Yes	12
55	Rheem WP15AZ60AJ2NW Series	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	30,600	Yes	8
56	Samsung AC060FCUDCGHylex - Premium	5-ton	16.0	10.5	8.1	40,000	Yes	2
57	Sure SP15AZ60AJ2NVANTIX	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	34,400	Yes	7
58	Thermal Zone TZPLAD1560AJNSeries	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	33,600	Yes	2
59	York YH2F60TB21LX SERIES	5-ton	16.0	11.7	8.1	32,800	No	177
60	York YZT60B21AFFINITY	5-ton	16.0	11.7	7.8	33,400	No	18
61	Lennox ML16KP2-060-230AMerit ML16KP2 SERIES	5-ton	15.8	12.2	7.8	27,800	No	2
62	1HVAC EZ-60-HPEZ Series	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	4
63	Arcoaire DLCURAH60ABKDlseries	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	22
64	Bryant 38MURAQ60AB338Mseries	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	15
65	Comfort-Aire A-VCD60SA-1A series	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	5
66	DIRECT AIR DIRM-60MAGICPRO20-OUDIRM series	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	2
67	KERR A-KCD60SA-1A-KCD series	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	2
68	MDV MOE30U-55HFN1-MMVC SERIES	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	3
69	Panasonic CU-HE55YAHK6CU series	5-ton	15.3	8.8	9.4	48,500	Yes	1
70	Trane 5TWR5060A115 Single-Stage Heat Pump	5-ton	15.2	12.0	8.5	28,200	No	6
71	American Standard N5HP5060A1Bronze 15	5-ton	15.2	11.7	8.1	28,200	No	6
72	Ameristar A5HP5060A1A5HP5	5-ton	15.2	11.7	8.1	28,200	No	7
73	CHAMPION HEATING AND COOLING XH560E2S11LX SERIES	5-ton	15.2	11.7	8.1	32,400	No	215
74	Grandaire W4H5S60KAAA15 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	8.1	-	No	2
75	Trane 5TWR6060A116 Single-Stage Heat Pump	5-ton	15.2	12.0	8.1	28,400	No	4
76	Trane 5TWX5060A115 Single-Stage Heat Pump with WeatherGuard Top	5-ton	15.2	11.7	8.1	28,200	No	1
77	York YH560E2S11LX SERIES	5-ton	15.2	11.7	8.1	32,400	No	42
78	Bryant 235SAN060**AALEGACY 15 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,600	No	3
79	Bryant GH5SAN560**AA15 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,600	No	5
80	Bryant PH5SAN560**AA15 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,600	No	6
81	Carrier 27SCA560A**30COMFORT 15 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,600	No	2
82	DuraSTAR DRHP14B60AJ2ANDRHP	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	25,400	No	15
83	DuraSTAR DRHP15B60AJ2ANDRAC	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	25,400	No	9
84	Friedrich FRP14AY60AJ2NF Series	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	17
85	Friedrich FRP15AY60AJ2NF-SERIES	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	17
86	Fujitsu FOP1460TJAYNAF Series	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	4
87	Fujitsu FOP1560TJAYNAF Series	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	1
88	Heil B5H6S60KAAAMAINLINE 16 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,400	No	8
89	Heil H5H6S60KAAAMAINLINE 16 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,400	No	3
90	Heil N5H5S60KAAAPERFORMANCE 16 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,600	No	11
91	Midea MOVA-61HN10-M152LM152H	5-ton	15.2	12.0	7.8	28,000	No	1
92	Rheem RP15AY60AJ2NCLASSIC SERIES	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	18
93	RUSSELL SP14AY60AJ2NVANTIX	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	18
94	Ruud RP14AY60AJ2NACHIEVER SERIES	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	20
95	Tempstar T5H6S60KAAAMAINLINE 16 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,400	No	1
96	WeatherKing WP14AY60AJ2NVERSUS	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	27,800	No	43
97	WeatherKing WP15AY60AJ2NW Series	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	-	No	35
98	WeatherMaker PH5SAN560**AB15 SEER2 HP	5-ton	15.2	12.5	7.8	28,600	No	1
99	Whirlpool WLP14AY60AJ2NWHIRLPOOL	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	25,800	No	1
100	Whirlpool WLP15AY60AJ2NCLASSIC	5-ton	15.2	11.7	7.8	27,600	No	1

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Top 5 for cold climatesranked by COP at 5°F

Cold-climate certified models with the highest efficiency at 5°F. Often sold as hyper-heat or low-ambient models.

#	Model	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	COP at 5°F
1	Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNAalso sold as 1 other model number	16.0	11.7	8.1	2.60
2	Rheem RP15AZ60AJ2N	16.0	11.7	8.1	2.60
3	Sure SP15AZ60AJ2N	16.0	11.7	8.1	2.60
4	Friedrich FWP15AZ60AJ2N	16.0	11.7	8.1	2.60
5	Samsung AC060FCUPCG	17.0	10.8	9.0	2.58

Top 5 for hot climatesranked by EER2

Highest efficiency on a 95°F afternoon, which drives summer bills in places like Phoenix, Houston and Florida.

#	Model	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	COP at 5°F
1	Bryant 248TAN060**AA	17.5	13.0	8.5	2.34
2	Bryant PH8TAN560**AA	17.5	13.0	8.5	2.34
3	Carrier 27TPA860A**30	17.5	13.0	8.5	2.34
4	Carrier GH8TAN560**AA	17.5	13.0	8.5	2.34
5	Grandaire W5H8T60KAAA	17.5	13.0	8.5	2.34

Top 5 for heatingranked by HSPF2

Highest seasonal heating efficiency, for homes where the heat pump replaces a furnace.

#	Model	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	COP at 5°F
1	Lennox SL22KLV-060-230A	21.1	11.7	9.6	2.04
2	AUX AHU60HPV1BOalso sold as 1 other model number	16.5	9.5	9.5	2.00
3	Friedrich FRP17AY60AJVC	17.0	10.5	9.5	2.00
4	Rheem RP17AY60AJVC	17.0	10.5	9.5	2.00
5	Sure SP17AY60AJVC	17.0	10.5	9.5	2.00

How many square feet does a 5-ton central heat pump cover?2,000-3,800 sq ft

Hot and dry climate (Phoenix)up to 3,800 sq ft
Hot and humid climate (Houston)up to 3,800 sq ft
Mixed climate (Atlanta)up to 3,200 sq ft
Cold climate (Chicago)up to 2,250 sq ft
Very cold climate (Minneapolis)up to 2,000 sq ft

Average insulation, 8 ft ceilings. Sunny rooms, kitchens and older houses need more capacity. Size calculator

What a 5-ton central heat pump costs to run$164/month typical

Hot and dry (Phoenix)$2,168/yr · best $1,693
Hot and humid (Houston)$1,943/yr · best $1,519
Mixed (Atlanta)$1,963/yr · best $1,593
Cold (Chicago)$3,803/yr · best $3,160
Very cold (Minneapolis)$3,912/yr · best $3,269

Typical = median model of this size (16.0 SEER2, 8.1 HSPF2); best = most efficient. Local electricity prices from the U.S. EIA. Calculate for your home

Questions4

What is the best 5-ton central heat pump?: On certified efficiency, the Lennox SL22KLV-060-230A leads at 21.1 SEER2 and 9.6 HSPF2. For cold climates the Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNA has the best efficiency at 5°F (COP 2.60). For very hot summers the Bryant 248TAN060**AA has the highest EER2 (13.0). The right pick depends on your climate, so compare the lists above.
How many square feet does a 5-ton central heat pump cover?: About 2,000 to 3,800 sq ft with average insulation: 3,800 sq ft in a hot and dry climate like Phoenix, 3,800 sq ft in a hot and humid climate like Houston, 3,200 sq ft in a mixed climate like Atlanta, 2,250 sq ft in a cold climate like Chicago, 2,000 sq ft in a very cold climate like Minneapolis. Cold climates cover less because the heating load is larger.
How much does a 5-ton central heat pump cost to run?: A typical 5-ton central heat pump (16.0 SEER2, 8.1 HSPF2) uses about $1,963 of electricity a year in a mixed climate like Atlanta, roughly $164 a month on average. Across U.S. climates it ranges from $1,943 to $3,912 a year. The most efficient model in this class saves about $369 a year in Atlanta.
Which 5-ton central heat pump works best in cold weather?: Look for ENERGY STAR cold-climate certification (49 of 100 qualify). The Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNA has the highest COP at 5°F in this class (2.60) and delivers 34,400 BTU/h at 5°F. Cold-climate units are often marketed as hyper-heat or low-ambient models.

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ENERGY STAR data, updated October 12, 2026

Best 5-ton central heat pumps

Top picks

Lennox SL22KLV-060-230A

Fujitsu FOP1560TJAZNA

Bryant 248TAN060**AA

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