The best storage water heaters of 2020

Owners of private houses often use gas not only for heating, but also for heating water in a boiler. In this case, it makes sense to pay attention to the gas storage water heater, the volume of which can vary from 50 to 300 liters. You need to choose based on your needs and the area of ​​the property. However, for domestic needs, models with a capacity of up to 150 liters are rarely used. It is worth saying that accumulative gas boilers, unlike flowing counterparts, heat water in advance. The role of the heat exchanger in such decisions is played by a brass or steel coil, which is located in the lower part of the tank and evenly distributed throughout its territory. The heating of this element is carried out due to the gas burner, which is located in a separate section.

The Top 10 storage water heaters are opened by the Hajdu GB80.1 gas model with an inlet pressure of 7 Atmospheres. The maximum heating temperature may be + 80 ° C. The advantages of the device include active CO protection, a high-quality magnesium anode for corrosion protection, as well as good thermal insulation. The launch is carried out by means of piezo ignition, there is a combustion control, a simple adjustment of the water temperature. It is worth adding that the manufacturer took care of the possibility of the unit working on liquefied gas. The unit of 80 liters is mounted in an upright position on the wall.

The Ariston S / SGA model, with a volume of 50 liters, takes up to 31 minutes to fully heat up the list of gas water boilers for water. This is far from the best indicator, but the price corresponds to performance and quality of execution. Representatives of this line have an open combustion chamber, and work on the basis of natural draft. The advantages of the unit include a high-quality tank made of stainless steel, additionally coated with titanium enamel against corrosion. In addition, the device has a good magnesium anode, which enhances corrosion protection, and resists the appearance of scale. Plus, the fact that the required chimney height can be as little as 4 meters. Management is carried out by means of mechanical regulators.

BAXI's SAG3 115 is a fairly reliable gas boiler with a pressure of 8 Bar, but a simple design. I am glad that the unit is fully adapted for operation in our conditions: it guarantees a high level of stability even with a low pressure of water and a power source. Given the performance and capacity of the tank, the water heater is enough to connect to several points of water intake. Advantages include a draft sensor, which guarantees the safe removal of combustion products, flame control due to a thermocouple, as well as a long-term adjustment thermostat. The maximum water heating temperature is 8 bar.

The ex-leader in the category of good gas storage water heaters is the Ariston SGA 150 R model, equipped with high-quality indicators and a simple temperature controller. The advantages of this device include the economical consumption of gas, due to good thermal insulation properties. In addition, the device involves several installation options: floor and wall. The model provides for an open combustion chamber and natural traction. The case is made of enamelled steel. Quick start is carried out thanks to piezoelectric ignition with a thermocouple, there is a magnesium anode. However, liquefied gas can be used without worrying about significant heat loss. Despite the volume of 155 liters, the model is compact in size. Heating takes 40 minutes.

The best gas boiler of 2020 is the American Water Heater PROLine G61-50T40-3NV model, which works without connecting to a network. This device works great at low pressure, works with any quality of water. Customer reviews also talk about low hydraulic resistance and an increased heat transfer surface, which favorably affects the rate of water heating: the thermal power is 11.70 kW and the volume is 190 liters. The maximum temperature of the unit can reach 70 degrees. The advantages of this model also include the optimal price / quality ratio, the presence of a drainage valve, a safety valve and a stainless steel burner.

In the category of low-cost electric boilers, less powerful models are presented. At the same time, the volume of the tank in such solutions varies in the range from 30 to 150 liters. Small water heaters (up to 50 liters) are supposed to heat water for washbasins and sinks. From 50 to 70 liters is enough to shower a small family of 3-4 people. Large boilers from 100 liters are designed to use several points of water intake, including a sink, shower, bathroom. The heating rate in this case depends on the quantity and power of the heating elements. Our list contains different models, but you should know that each of them has several configurations with different capacities and power.

The Timberk SWH SE1 30 VO model, which attracts with its compact dimensions (43.5x43.5x38 centimeters) and a high heating rate of water - in 25 minutes 30 liters to a temperature of 75 ° C, replenishes the rating of storage water heaters in 2020. The power of the heating element is 2000 watts. A good protection system is implemented against overpressure. It is worth noting the stylish design of the design: the space around the handle is highlighted in bright blue, there are indicator lights on / off. Despite the loyal price, this unit received high-quality glass-porcelain enamel, which covers the tank in two layers at once.

If you have a small space, we recommend paying attention to a good narrow electric boiler for your apartment - Haier ES50V-R1 (H) with a maximum heating temperature of 75 degrees. Fits into a niche with a diameter of just 37 centimeters. The downside is that the inner space (made of steel) is covered with enamel, which is not the best indicator for representatives of this price segment. However, there is no reason to doubt the reliability of this unit, due to the presence of an extensive number of positive reviews. The tank volume of this boiler modification is 50 liters, for heating of which 2000 W of power is provided. This is enough to heat water to 75 degrees.

In search of a powerful electric storage water heater, many users have already opted for the Electrolux EWH 80 Royal Flash model, whose tank is 80 liters. This is enough to meet the natural needs of the whole family. At the same time, models with vertical and horizontal installation are available. The case is made of durable stainless steel, which contains alloying particles, which minimizes the likelihood of corrosion. The maximum water temperature can be 75 degrees, which is achieved due to the interaction of two independent heating elements.

It is worth saying right away that the manufacturer gives a 7 year warranty (on the tank) for this reliable storage water heater for an apartment. At the same time, the Polaris FDRS-V model guarantees an uninterrupted supply of hot water anywhere: from the house in the country to the apartment. The device is easy to maintain and has a high level of security: it turns off as a result of the lack of water in the boiler. There is an electronic thermostat that is located on the front control panel. At the same time, the device attracts with its compact dimensions and aesthetic design. Heat loss is prevented by polyurethane foam insulation. The tank capacity is 100 liters, about 2000 watts of which are available for heating.

The best electric boiler of 2020 - the Electrolux EWH 100 Centurio DL model for wall mounting. The power of the heating elements is 2000 watts. The volume is 100 liters, the heating of which takes two heating elements of 1000 watts. This is enough to cope with the entire volume of water in 2.67 hours. For ease of use, an electronic temperature indicator is used. The base is made of stainless steel with a high-quality coating, which indicates a long service life of the equipment. At the same time, the model corresponds to the IPX4 protection class. The design weighs about 20 kilograms.

If gas is used as an energy source, to purchase such a storage water heater, it is worth considering:

• type of combustion chamber - this determines not only the method of output of combustion products, but also the installation option. Models with open chambers absorb air from the room and for the removal of malignant substances requires a special pipe through which the remains of the products will be discharged through the chimney to the outside;
• power - in gas boilers this indicator does not have a special role, since such models initially operate at full power and heat water faster than electrical counterparts;
• tank material - the capacity can be made of stainless steel and steel. In this case, it is more important to pay attention to the quality of the coating of the base material;
• tank coating - enamel, glass porcelain and titanium can be used. As practice shows, saving on this aspect is not worth it.

If you do not know how to choose an electric type storage water heater, you need to deal with such parameters as:

• tank volume - from 40 to 60 liters are enough for a small family, from 60 to 95 liters for several points of intake (kitchen, bathroom), up to 150 liters for a large house / cottage;
• heating time - this parameter depends on the power of the heating elements and the tank capacity. So, for example, a power of 1.5 kW in the presence of 30 liters is enough to heat water in 1-1.2 hours, and in the presence of 50 liters in 2 hours;
• tank shape - fortunately, the abundance of such models is so huge that you no longer have to worry about a small amount of space in the bathroom. Today it is not at all necessary to focus on round boilers if there is not enough space for its vertical installation, and at the same time sacrifice capacity. You can pay attention to the high square and other models.

Thus, the purchase of a boiler is individual. The final decision must be made after receiving answers to several important questions: what kind of power source is planned to be used, how many people use water, how many water points will be used, how long do you take a shower, will you take a bath.

If you still do not know how to buy a storage water heater, we suggest summing up our rating:

• budget 50-liter gas boiler - Hajdu GB80.1;
• good gas water heater for the home - American Water Heater PROLine G-61-50T40-3NV;
• inexpensive electric boiler for an apartment - Haier ES50V-R1 (H);
• the best electric boiler for a large family - Electrolux EWH 100 Centurio DL.