Tankless water heaters are compact, efficient, and therefore worth a buy. Let’s discuss some of the best brands, in this article.
The increase in the popularity of tankless water heaters is attributed entirely to its energy efficiency and compactness. You are guaranteed to notice a reduction in the amount of your electricity bills. Another advantage is that they do not store hot water like the conventional tank heaters. They supply hot water only on demand, and so are also referred to as ‘on demand water heaters’. The other names for this water heater kind are – instantaneous water heater, continuous flow water heater, flash water heater, etc. These water heaters have been chiefly popular in Europe, and are now gaining popularity in the US also.
The working of these heaters is quite simple. As the faucet is turned on, the ‘water flow turbine’ of the heater senses the water flow, and then the water heating process starts. The water gets heated when it passes through the heating elements of the heater. The choice to set the desired temperature and water flow rate is also available to the user.
The water heating process stops as the tap is turned off, unlike the normal heaters with tanks which heat water continuously even when it is not needed. The pros of these heaters outdo the cons (the cons are – the heater is slightly expensive than the conventional ones, and requires proper ventilation), so these heaters are definitely worth a buy. Also to encourage the use of these energy efficient tanks, the government offers tankless water heater tax credits, which is of a huge benefit to the consumer.
Top Brands to Go for
Considering the increase in the popularity of these heaters, there are plenty of brands available. There are plenty of different models available in different styles, colors and sizes. Choose a heater which suits your house decor and of course your budget. The heating source is either gas (natural gas or propane) or electricity, you have to choose the heater as per your requirements. There are also condensing tankless water heaters you can go for. These heaters are also space saving, as they can be mounted on a wall.
After considering all the aspects, such as weather conditions, you can install these heaters either indoors or outdoors. Let’s first discuss some of the brands that are affordable and reliable, in detail. The price range for a tankless water heater is anywhere between $400 and $1000 (some luxury brands are above $1000). There are many good brands, like Rinnai, Noritz, Arctic Circle, Supreme, etc. When going in for any brand, one should consider the water delivery capacity (GPM – gallons per minute, and temperature settings, along with the warranty and added features. Some of the most popular ones are given below.
Brand Name: Rinnai
Popular products for indoor installation: Rinnai V53i, Rinnai V53e, Rinnai R75LSi, Rinnai R94LSi.
Popular products for outdoor installation: Rinnai R94LSe, Rinnai R75LSe.
Highlight features: Light weight and compact, and thus space saving, integrated error code corrector.
Water Delivery: Available in 5.3 GPM, 7.5 GPM, and 9.4 GPM, and above.
Temperature settings: 98° F – 140 ° F.
Energy source: Available as gas and electric models.
Installation: Indoor/outdoor.
Brand Name: Noritz
Popular products for indoor installation: Noritz NRC111-SV, Noritz NC380-SV-ASME, Noritz NR83-DVC.
Popular products for outdoor installation: Noritz NR98-SV, Noritz NR71-SV.
Highlight Features: Dual flame burner, safety lockout, fully modulating.
Temperature settings: 100° F – 140° F.
Water Delivery: Available in 5.3 GPM, 7.5 GPM, and 9.4 GPM, and above.
Energy Source: Available as gas and electric models.
Installation: Outdoor/indoor.
Brand Name: Bosch
Popular products for indoor installation: Bosch 2700ES, Bosch 2400ES, Bosch 1600H.
Popular products for outdoor installation: Bosch Aquastar 2700ES.
Highlight Feature: Ranks high on energy efficiency.
Temperature settings: 100° F – 140° F.
Water Delivery: Available in 5.3 GPM, 7.5 GPM, and 9.4 GPM, and above.
Energy Source: Electricity or gas.
Installation: Indoor/outdoor.
Take a look at the list of popular tankless water brands below:
- Rheem tankless water heaters.
- Takagi tankless water heaters.
- Supreme tankless water heaters.
- Stiebel Eltron tankless water heaters.
- Paloma tankless water heaters.
Each brand has a huge variety of designs, and a large arena of products. The use of tankless water heaters is preferred by those who have less space in the house. Moreover, these tankers are energy conserving. We can thus say that these heaters are the best in their league.
