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2.5-ton central heat pump · HHS Series

Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A

Very good cooling efficiency and average heating efficiency for a 2.5-ton central heat pump, and certified for cold climates.

Ranks #36 of 199 2.5 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $894 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
18.2 Cooling efficiency over a season
Very good · beats 73%
HSPF2
9.0 Heating efficiency over a season
Average · beats 54%
EER2
11.7 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 43%
Heat at 5°F
26,000 BTU/h87% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 5%

A good fit if…

  • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 73% of central heat pumps.
  • Your winters get properly cold - it is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified, with 26,000 BTU/h at 5°F.
  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

Think twice if…

  • You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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Details

Specifications2.5 ton, R-410A
General
BrandMulti MFG
Outdoor unit modelHHS-30HD-A
SeriesHHS Series
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size2.5 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-410A
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceFebruary 20, 2025
Last certifiedJune 9, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better18.2 (range 16.2-18.2)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors10.0-11.7
Cooling capacity28,000-30,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.8-9.0
Capacity at 47°F30,000-33,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F19,600-21,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F24,000-26,000 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.80
ENERGY STAR cold climateYes
Heating output as it gets colder87% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with 30HSHP-C-M-A at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups3 indoor units

The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

Indoor unitSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
30HSHP-C-M-A · cold climate18.211.78.826,000213386554
30MUC0-HP-A · cold climate16.910.09.025,000213156953
30MPHP0-M-A · cold climate16.210.08.924,000212920480
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$776-$2,156

At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.

Questions5
What is the SEER2 rating of the Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A?
The Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A is rated at up to 18.2 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.0 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 3 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 16.2-18.2.
Is the Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A good for cold climates?
Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 26,000 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 1.80, so it is still 1.8 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
How much does the Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $776-$2,156 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $968 in Phoenix and $1,810 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Which indoor units work with the Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A?
ENERGY STAR lists 3 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use 30HSHP-C-M-A, 30MUC0-HP-A, 30MPHP0-M-A.
What refrigerant does the Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A use?
It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

Running cost and savings

Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

Heat pump $966/yrYou save $597/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump Multi MFG HHS-30HD-A
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$966
Current system, per year
$1,563
You save per year
$597
Payback
19.3 years
Net after 10 years
-$5,528

Cooling $580Heating $386Electricity used: 6,037 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $235

Estimates use the unit's rated SEER2 and HSPF2, full-load hours derived from NOAA 1991-2020 degree days, average residential electricity prices from the U.S. EIA (12 months to July 2026) and fuel prices from EIA (2025 for natural gas, week of 2026-10-05 for propane and heating oil). Very cold days that need backup heat are not modelled. Federal minimum for comparison: 14.3 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2.

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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of June 9, 2026. How we use the data.