Same Sun, Different Approaches

A Smarter Way to Warm Your Pool Without the Big Price Tag

Solar pool heating isn’t new  — it’s been around for decades. What Beluga Pool Solutions did with the Gen2 solar heater isn’t inventing the idea, but making it affordable, simple, and accessible for every pool owner. In a market where many options cost hundreds of dollars and require installation effort, Beluga’s Gen2 stands out.

Let’s break down how Beluga compares with the other players in solar pool heating including hard or in-line plumbed, solar rings, panel kits, and more.

Us: Beluga Pool Solutions Gen2

Affordable, Practical, and Refreshingly Simple

Beluga’s Gen2 solar pool heater takes a practical, no-nonsense approach: water flows through a hose laid in the sun, warms naturally, and returns to your pool. It doesn’t rely on bulky panels or rooftop mounts. It’s just efficient design for everyday pool owners.

Why Beluga shines:

• Ultra-low cost: around $49.99, far below typical solar systems.

• Easy setup: connects with your existing circulation without roof racks or plumbing changes.

• Minimal space: no big solar panels or collectors to install. Easily add or remove hose allowing you to adjust for seasonal heat requirements.

• Perfect for seasonal warmth: ideal for above-ground or inground pools where you want a temperature boost without breaking the bank.
  

Beluga made solar pool heating affordable for anyone with a garden hose and some sunshine.

Them: Other Solar Pool Heating Options

More Complex, More Costly

Solar pool heating comes in many forms beyond Beluga’s Gen2. Each has advantages, but also trade-offs that usually include cost and installation effort.

1. Hard Plumbed Solar Pool Heaters

Many systems require you to splice additional plumbing into existing filtration plumbing for installation. These systems include many solar domes, and collector systems designed to capture more sun energy than simple hose-based systems.

These systems typically feature:

• Larger surface area panels or domes that absorb more heat.

• Mounting hardware, often installed on rooftops or ground frames.

• Higher performance potential, especially on sunny days.

  
  

But that comes with a price. Their above-ground solar heating solutions often run in the $200–$300+ range, significantly more than Beluga’s Gen2.

2. Solar Pool Rings and Floating Discs

Another “budget solar” category is floating solar rings or discs. These sit on the water’s surface and absorb sun energy directly. Like standard pool covers, they can:

• Warm the surface layer of water.

• Reduce evaporation.

• Be easy to install and no plumbing.

  
  

However, they typically deliver more limited heating and often need many rings to make a noticeable difference, which increases the cost.

3. Panel-and-Loop Systems

Some brands sell panel systems with flexible solar loops you install on a roof or fence. These can be more effective than rings but usually require:

• Mounting structure

• Plumbing connections

• Manual valves or controllers

  
  

They also sit in a higher price tier than Beluga’s Gen2, often ranging from a couple hundred dollars and up, depending on size and quality.

Cost & Value Comparison

Feature	Beluga Gen2	Hard plumbed Solar Systems	Solar Rings/Discs	Roof/Fence Panel Kits
Typical Price	~$49.99	$200–$300+	$20–$100+	$150–$400+
Installation Effort	Very Easy	Moderate	Very Easy	Moderate–High
Heat Output	Modest–Moderate	Moderate–High	Low–Modest	Moderate
Best For	Budget & simplicity	Bigger temp increase	Surface warming	Elevated installations

The Bottom Line

Solar Heating Without the Overthinking

Beluga Pool Solutions didn’t invent solar pool heating. We made it practical, affordable, and

easy to use. Instead of asking pool owners to commit to bulky panels, mounting hardware, or a several-hundred-dollar investment, the Beluga Gen2 offers a simpler path: use the sun you already have, with equipment you can set up in minutes.

For many pool owners, the goal isn’t to engineer the perfect heating system. It’s to take the chill off, extend swim time, and enjoy the pool more often without turning solar heating into a project or a major purchase. That’s exactly where Beluga fits.

At $49.99, the Gen2 removes the guesswork and the hesitation. It’s an easy add-on, a low-risk upgrade, and a smart way to make better use of sunny days. No complicated installs. No large footprint. Just a straightforward solution designed for real-world pools and real-world budgets.

Solar pool heating doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated to be effective. Beluga Gen2 proves that sometimes, simpler really is better.