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FAFCO Solar Bear Pool Heater Review: Worth $274 in 2026?

A text graphic titled "FAFCO Solar Bear Pool Heater Review" with a four out of five-star rating. A text box reads: "Hands on FAFCO Solar Bear pool heater review. 9 degree gain on 12K gallon pool, 10 year warranty, 15 to 25 year lifespan. Full test results inside." To the right is a tall, black, ribbed FAFCO solar panel with a red valve at the bottom. The background shows an urban swimming pool surrounded by high-rise buildings.

Last July a Georgia pool owner named Marcus emailed me about his 24 foot round above ground pool. He wanted to extend his swim season from May through October without paying $400 a month for an electric heater. The FAFCO…

Michael Mike
June 30, 2026