Midea 280L DWHP Price 2026: Installed Cost and Rebates
What the Midea 280L DWHP costs installed, what the federal and state rebates take off in each state, and the specifications Midea publishes for it. A 280L R290 (propane) heat pump for a 3-5 person household.
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Midea 280L DWHP price (2026)
Modelled estimate, checked 23 September 2026: built from published before-rebate installed prices for this model, not Midea's list price and not a quote. The STC discount is 16 certificates for a 2026 install in zone 3, which covers Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth; Melbourne, Canberra and Hobart earn more, at the $40 clearing house cap. From 1 January 2027 the same system earns about one fifth fewer certificates, so the discount falls again.
Midea 280L DWHP price after rebates, by state
Certificates depend on the climate zone of the capital city. State rebates have their own eligibility rules, so follow the state link before you count on one.
| State | STC discount | After STCs | After state rebates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Zone 4 | ~$680 (17 STCs) | $2,420 to $3,420 | $790 to $2,220 |
| New South Wales Zone 3 | ~$640 (16 STCs) | $2,460 to $3,460 | $1,820 to $3,130 |
| Queensland Zone 3 | ~$640 (16 STCs) | $2,460 to $3,460 | See QLD rebates |
| South Australia Zone 3 | ~$640 (16 STCs) | $2,460 to $3,460 | See SA rebates |
| Australian Capital Territory Zone 5 | ~$680 (17 STCs) | $2,420 to $3,420 | See ACT rebates |
| Western Australia Zone 3 | ~$640 (16 STCs) | $2,460 to $3,460 | See WA rebates |
| Tasmania Zone 5 | ~$680 (17 STCs) | $2,420 to $3,420 | See TAS rebates |
| Northern Territory Zone 1 | ~$520 (13 STCs) | $2,580 to $3,580 | See NT rebates |
Victoria includes the Solar Victoria rebate and Victorian Energy Upgrades; New South Wales includes the Energy Savings Scheme discount. Both are ranges because the amount depends on the system you replace and the installer.
Midea 280L DWHP specifications
| Specification | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tank capacity | 280L | PumpSwap brand data |
| Coefficient of performance (COP) | 3.4 | Midea's published figure |
| Sound level | 52 dB | Midea's published figure |
| Refrigerant | R290 (propane) | Midea data sheet |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1720 x 620 x 620 mm | PumpSwap brand data; confirm on the installer's data sheet |
| Weight | 88 kg | PumpSwap brand data; confirm on the installer's data sheet |
| Warranty | 5 years tank, 5 years compressor | Midea's terms for the range, as held in PumpSwap brand data; confirm the current terms on your quote |
| Register model code | RSJ-23/300RDN7-L2 | Clean Energy Regulator register, read 23 September 2026 |
| Running cost | ~$348 a year | Modelled from the COP: four people, 200L a day, 31c/kWh |
| Suited to | 3-5 person household | PumpSwap sizing guide |
Midea is not listed as Australian made. Midea is not on Solar Victoria's locally made list, so it earns the standard Victorian rebate tier.
Midea 280L DWHP: common questions
How much does the Midea 280L DWHP cost installed in 2026?
Our modelled installed price for the Midea 280L DWHP is $3,100 - $4,100 before rebates, built from published installed prices and checked 23 September 2026. The federal STC discount on this model is 16 certificates, about $640, for a 2026 install in zone 3, which covers Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth; Melbourne, Canberra and Hobart earn more. That leaves roughly $2,460 to $3,460 before any state rebate. Your installer's quote is the real price: it depends on access, the old system and the electrical work.
Who is the Midea 280L DWHP suited to?
It is a 280L tank, which suits a 3-5 person household on our sizing guide. Across the Midea range, it is best for: budget buyers, rental properties, or anyone wanting the lowest possible upfront cost.
What warranty comes with the Midea 280L DWHP?
Midea publishes a 5-year tank warranty and 5 years on the compressor for its range. Workmanship on the install is the installer's own warranty, so ask each installer for theirs in writing.
How noisy is the Midea 280L DWHP?
Midea publishes 52 dB for this model. Check the distance each maker measures at when you compare brands; most publish a figure at one metre.
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