Apricus Heat Pump Hot Water
Apricus is a Byron Bay company that built its name on solar hot water and now sells a single all-in-one heat pump, the 260L APHP-R290-260. Keeping to one model makes it simple to quote and to service. The tank is enamel-lined carbon steel with both a sacrificial and an electric anode, which is unusual at this price and helps in hard water areas. It runs on the heat pump alone from -7C to 43C.
Apricus hot water heat pump price (2026)
Out-of-pocket assumes federal STCs + a typical state-level top-up. Victorian households can stack up to $2,700 in rebates ahead of the 2027 gas ban; NSW, SA and ACT have their own top-ups. Cheapest model: Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260) from $3,000. Largest: Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260) up to $3,250. Lowest running cost across the range: ~$287/yr.
Apricus models and prices (2026)
Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260) price
Installed $3,000 - $3,250 before rebates; the federal STC incentive on this model is 15 certificates, about $600, for a 2026 install in zone 3, which covers Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth; Melbourne, Canberra and Hobart earn more. So expect roughly $2,400 to $2,650 before any state rebate.
Pros
- Six years on both parts and labour, from the date of installation
- Electric anode as well as a sacrificial one, which suits hard water
- One model only, so quotes are easy to compare
- 43 dB published sound level
- Australian company with local support
Cons
- One size only, so a large household may need a bigger tank from another brand
- Published COP of 4.13 on the data sheet is below the best R290 units
- The install manual quotes 4.49 for the same model, so ask which test the quote relies on
- Not on the Solar Victoria locally made list, so it earns the lower Victorian rebate tier
Best for
Three to five person households in hard water areas that value a long parts and labour warranty over a spec sheet
Apricus prices & rebates by state
Federal STCs plus state rebates can knock up to $2,700 off the installed price. See Apricus pricing for your state.
Apricus hot water heat pump FAQ
How much is a Apricus hot water heat pump installed in 2026?
A Apricus hot water heat pump costs $3,000 - $3,250 fully installed in Australia before rebates. The cheapest model (Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260), 260L) starts at $3,000; the largest (Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260), 260L) tops out around $3,250. After stacking federal STCs (worth $600-$600 depending on the model and your climate zone) and state-based rebates, most households pay $1,000-$2,150 out of pocket.
Is Apricus a good heat pump brand?
Apricus is a Byron Bay company that built its name on solar hot water and now sells a single all-in-one heat pump, the 260L APHP-R290-260. Keeping to one model makes it simple to quote and to service. The tank is enamel-lined carbon steel with both a sacrificial and an electric anode, which is unusual at this price and helps in hard water areas. It runs on the heat pump alone from -7C to 43C. Apricus is best suited to three to five person households in hard water areas that value a long parts and labour warranty over a spec sheet.
What rebates can I claim on a Apricus heat pump?
Every Apricus model attracts federal Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) worth $600-$600 at point of sale. On top of STCs, Victorian households can stack the Solar Victoria Hot Water Rebate ($1,000-$1,400) and Victorian Energy Upgrades discount ($500-$2,000) to reach up to $2,700 in rebates. NSW (Energy Savings Scheme), SA (REPS), and ACT (Sustainable Household Scheme) have their own state-level top-ups. Most of it is automatic: STCs, Victorian Energy Upgrades and the NSW Energy Savings Scheme are already inside the price your installer quotes. Solar Victoria's rebate is the one worth going after on top, and your installer drives it. They lodge it with your quote, you add ID and proof of income, and it comes off your invoice on approval.
What is the warranty on a Apricus heat pump?
Apricus backs its tanks with a 6-year warranty and the compressor with 6 years. Workmanship cover for the install itself comes from your installer separately and should be at least 12 months. Warranty claims require the system to have been installed by a licensed plumber and serviced according to the manual.
How efficient is a Apricus heat pump?
The Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260) runs at COP 4.13 (every 1 kWh of electricity input produces 4.13 kWh of heat output). Annual running cost is around $287 for a 3-5 person household, compared to roughly $700/year for gas storage and $900/year for old-school electric resistive storage.
How long does a Apricus heat pump last?
Modern hot water heat pumps last 12-15 years on average in Australian conditions. Tank life depends on water hardness (sacrificial anode replacement every 5 years extends life). Compressor life is the limiting factor and typically matches or exceeds the warranty period when the unit is correctly sized and serviced.
Apricus vs other brands: which should I pick?
Apricus sits at the budget end of the Australian market. It strikes a balance between quality and price. See the side-by-side comparisons below for direct head-to-head specs.
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