Rating of the best gas water heaters for 2020

Today, traditional water heaters have faded into the background, and devices with indirect heating have taken the leading position. These models do not have their own heat source, therefore, auxiliary systems are used to heat water, such as a heating boiler, central heating, gas pipeline, etc. The review was made of popular gas water heaters in 2020 with their pros and cons, which, according to buyers, are considered effective and practical to operate.

General understanding of gas water heaters: selection criteria for devices

Gas water heaters are called columns. They are installed in homes where there is no constant hot water supply. These compact devices have become indispensable in summer cottages, private houses and even apartments. To figure out which unit is better to buy, you need to study the classification of gas columns. The table provides a brief overview of what gas water heaters are.

Table - "Types of gas columns"

Name:	Classification:	Description:
By control method:	mechanical	there are swivel levers
	electronic	control with buttons
By installation method:	floor	installed on the floor
	wall	mounted vertically to the wall
By water intake:	single phase;
	for two water intakes and above
By type of water storage:	flowing	direct water supply from the water supply
	accumulative	with own boiler
By firing up method:	piezo ignition	gas is ignited by pressing a button, heats up in a matter of seconds to the set temperature
	electric ignition	the spark is created from a device powered by a turbine that controls the water pressure
Combustion chamber:	open	oxygen is taken from the ambient air through special channels, removed through the chimney
	closed	closed area with a burner, where air is injected through a coaxial chimney and combustion products are disposed of

How to choose a gas water heater? What to look for, first of all, when buying a device:

• Number of internal elements: the simpler the structure, the easier it is to repair;
• Chimney type. Appliances are divided into three categories: 1. Chimney - combustion products go into the chimney. 2. Without a chimney - the columns have a tubular smoke exhauster, with the help of which the combustion products are removed outside. 3. Water heaters with special columns - remove waste products into the environment.
• It is important to ensure that all parts are included;
• Column dimensions and fastening method;
• Eyeliner: bottom or top;
• Which company is better;
• Management methods and functionality;
• Cost.

 

Selection Tips:

1. For apartments, it is better to choose small gas water heaters, small in size and performance, which will depend on water consumption.
2. For private houses and summer cottages, it would be nice to buy water floor columns.
3. Before buying, it is helpful to read customer reviews and view an overview of the selected installation.
4. It will be useful to listen to the recommendation of the store employee who will release your product.
5. Inexpensive gas water heaters can meet all expectations, therefore, the price-quality ratio in this case does not play a role as such.

Popular models of gas water heaters for 2020 with mechanical control

Mechanical control for many people is a more convenient way to set up instruments. This applies mainly to the older generation. The review includes manual gas water heaters from manufacturers:

• Electrolux;
• "Mora";
• "Zanussi";
• Ariston;
• "Wert";
• Hyundai.

Model "GWH 12 NanoPlus 2.0" from "Electrolux"

Mount: for wall mounting.

Gas water heater with an open combustion chamber and electric ignition. It is equipped with a display, thermometer and many functions. There is an indication of switching on and heating, as well as the battery charge level, the "gas control" function and a multi-stage European-type safety control system. The device does not work if there is no draft, no water, or overheating.

Specifications:

Dimensions (centimeters):	35/61/18,3
Net weight:	8 kg 220 g
Water heater type:	flowing
Volume produced per minute:	12 liters
Power:	24 kWt
Inlet pressure:	0.15-8 atm.
Chimney diameter:	11 cm
Installation:	vertical, bottom eyeliner
Connecting diameter:	0.5 inch
Heat exchanger material:	copper
Average price:	9700 rubles

• Multilevel protection;
• Performance;
• Stylish design;
• Battery ignition;
• Quiet work;
• Equipment;
• Functional;
• Simple and convenient battery replacement;
• Works at low water pressure;
• Compact;
• Quality of materials;
• Good build;
• Heating temperature limitation;
• Water heating rate.

• Not identified.

Model "Vega 10" from the manufacturer "Mora"

Fastening: to the wall.

Instantaneous gas water heater with an open combustion chamber and piezo ignition. At the outlet, it automatically maintains the water temperature, it is equipped with a liquid heating limiter, mechanical control and gas control. As for the installation: vertical, with bottom piping. Simple design: white rectangular metal box with black pivoting levers.

Specifications:

Dimensions (centimeters):	32/59,2/26,1
Net weight:	12 Kg
Colour:	white
Performance:	10 l per minute
Power:	17.3 kW
Outlet pressure:	0.2-10 atm.
A type:	flowing
Maximum heating temperature:	50+ degrees
Gas consumption:	2.071 cc m / hour
By price:	19,300 rubles

• The temperature regime is simply regulated;
• Long battery life;
• Copes with the task perfectly;
• When the ignition is turned on, there is no loud pop;
• Excellent control of water temperature;
• Extension of the warranty period in case of timely contacting the service with problems;
• High efficiency;
• Structural strength.

• Cost: expensive;
• Installation demanding on water pressure.

Model "GWH 10 Fonte Glass La Spezia" from the manufacturer "Zanussi"

Purpose: for the kitchen.

Mounting: on the wall.

Wall-mounted rectangular structure with a bright pattern on the outside. The device is equipped with a screen and knobs for setting. Ignition type electric ignition. The combustion chamber is open. An indication of heating and switching on is displayed on the case, there is overheating protection.

Specifications:

Dimensions (centimeters):	33/55/19,1
Net weight:	10 kg 200 g
Connection diameter (inches)	0.5
Eyeliner:	bottom
Mount:	vertical
Heat exchanger:	copper
Chimney:	11 cm
Pressure:	0.15-8 atm.
Consumer power:	20 kWt
Performance:	10 liters per minute
How much is:	5350 rubles

• Conveniently adjustable temperature;
• Design;
• Silent;
• Burns gas only during operation;
• Instant supply of the required temperature;
• Fast heating;
• The batteries last for six months;
• The device is equipped with a display;
• You can control the water pressure;
• Excellent security system;
• Inexpensive in cost;
• Good build quality.

• Reducing the temperature of the water while using the shower and washing dishes in the kitchen.

Model "S / SGA 100" from the manufacturer "Ariston"

Purpose: for home.

Fastening: to the wall.

The storage gas unit can be daisy-chained and mounted on the wall. The inside of the tank is covered with enamel, which gives additional protection and reinforcement to the metal. At the bottom of the device there is a control lever, at the top - a dial thermometer. The combustion chamber is open. There is a gas control, overheating protection and a heating threshold.

Specifications:

Parameters (centimeters):	95,5/95/51
Net weight:	35 kg
Tank:	95 liters
Ignition:	piezo ignition
Anode:	magnesium
Connecting element:	3/4 inch
A type:	wall
Pressure:	8 bar
Heating time:	71 minutes to 45 degrees
Gas consumption:	0.019 cc m / hour
Pressure:	0.2-8 atm.
Power consumption:	4.4 kW
Eyeliner:	down below
Mount:	vertical
Average cost:	22,000 rubles

• Works on liquefied gas;
• Quiet;
• Fast heating;
• Keeps warm for a long time;
• Powerful;
• Lifetime;
• With overheating function;
• Large volume of water;
• Manufacturer's warranty;
• Value for money.

• Not identified.

Model "SGA 200" from the manufacturer "Ariston"

Mounting: for vertical installation on the floor.

Floor standing water heater with reduced gas operation. Equipped with good protection: from overheating, excessive pressure. The device allows you to regulate the temperature regime, monitor switching on and heating thanks to the indication and the arrow screen. The inner lining of the tank is enamel, an open combustion chamber.

Specifications:

Water heater type:	cumulative
Dimensions (centimeters):	49,5/170/49,5
Net weight:	61 kg
Capacity:	195 Liters
Dimensions of input parts:	3/4 inch
Protective anode:	magnesium
Eyeliner:	bottom
Noise level:	35 dB
Ignition:	piezo ignition
Pressure:	0.2-8 atm.
Maximum water temperature:	+75 degrees
Power:	8.65 kW
Gas consumption:	0.76 cc m / day
Thermal insulation:	polyurethane foam
Warm-up time to 45 degrees:	73 minutes
By cost:	36,000 rubles

• Large volume;
• Keeps hot water for a long time (up to 2 days);
• Automatic heating and shutdown;
• Practically silent;
• Low gas consumption;
• Compact;
• Easy to install (instructions are attached);
• Appearance;
• The service life is up to 10 years.

• Dear.

Model "10EG Red Glass" from the manufacturer "Wert"

Purpose: for apartments, wall column.

Vertical loudspeaker with bottom eyeliner and modern striking design. There is a built-in display on the case, there is a thermometer, there is an indication of switching on and a limiter for heating water. In addition, you can control the flow of gas, when the substance stops flowing, the column stops its activity.

Specifications:

A type:	flowing
Dimensions (centimeters):	33/55/18
Net weight:	9 kg 900 g
Connector:	0.5 inch
The combustion chamber:	open
Pressure:	0.2-8 atm.
Power indicator:	20 kWt
Ignition:	electric ignition
Maximum water temperature:	70 degrees with a "+"
Production of liters per minute:	10
Average cost:	5900 rubles

• Design;
• Compactness;
• Clear management;
• Functionality;
• Inexpensive.

• Not identified.

Model "H-GW2-ARW-UI308" from the manufacturer "Hyundai"

Appointment: for an apartment, a summer residence.

Gas water heater with instantaneous water heater, classic type. The device is equipped with the necessary set of functions, thermometer, display and switches. Wall mounted, vertically.

Specifications:

Dimensions (centimeters):	33/55/17,5
Net weight:	7 kg 800 g
Ignition:	electric ignition
Heat exchanger:	copper
Performance:	10 liters per minute
Power:	20 kWt
Eyeliner:	bottom
By price:	5900 rubles

• Heating temperature limitation;
• Compact fixture;
• Sufficiently productive device;
• Orderly;
• Not noisy;
• Works evenly, without temperature jumps;
• Quality of materials;
• Simple adjustment;
• Cost.

• Not identified.

Model "H-GW1-AMW-UI305" from the manufacturer "Hyundai"

Purpose: for an apartment.

Gas water heater with manual control of small size, equipped with a screen and a thermometer. Of the functions and capabilities there are: heating indication, overheating protection, device self-diagnosis, gas control and flame modulation. The equipment is hung on the wall, vertically. Frame material - white enamelled steel. There is a model in black.

Specifications:

A heating element:	flowing
Dimensions (centimeters):	33,8/55/18
Net weight:	8 kg
Productivity per minute:	10 liters
Gas and water inlets:	0.5 inch
Smoke exhaust system connection:	11 cm
Power:	20 kWt
Max water heating temperature:	+60 degrees
Inlet pressure:	0.15-10 atm.
Ignition:	electric ignition
Eyeliner:	down below
Display:	LCD
Heat exchanger:	copper
Average price:	6800 rubles

• Automatic temperature maintenance;
• Appearance;
• Small size;
• Quality materials from which the device is made;
• Noise is not annoying;
• Heats water perfectly;
• Safety valve;
• Powerful speaker;
• Multifunction device;
• Affordable prices.

• Not suitable for those who use huge amounts of water every day;
• Some bugs in detail.

Rating of popular electronic control geysers for 2020

The popularity of models in this category is appreciated by modern and advanced people. Designs can be ergonomically shaped and have many different functions. The best manufacturers of electronic gas water heaters:

• BaltGaz;
• Ariston;
• "BOSCH";
• "Mizudo".

Model "Premium 14 G" from the manufacturer "BaltGaz"

Purpose: for vertical installation in an apartment.

Household appliances in two colors, will fit into any interior of the apartment. Hangs on the wall. The column is equipped with an automatic gas flow system with a glass front panel, electronic control, flame modulation and self-diagnosis functions. Operation with reduced gas consumption is possible. The equipment perfectly copes with the tasks, it keeps the temperature for a long time and is equipped with overheating protection.

Specifications:

Heater:	flowing
Parameters (centimeters):	35/65/22,9
Performance:	14 liters per minute
Water intake:	multiple points, pressure head
Power:	28.8 kW
Connecting diameter:	0.5 inch
The combustion chamber:	water cooled
Ignition:	from batteries, electric ignition
Max water pressure:	1000 kPa
Battery voltage:	1.5 V, type - LR 20
Heat exchanger:	copper
Minimum water consumption:	2.5 liters per minute
By cost:	about 15,000 rubles

• Lack of piezes and igniters;
• Autonomous temperature maintenance;
• Affordable prices;
• No hydrosystem with a membrane: a small turbine that determines the passage of water;
• Design;
• Control;
• Power;
• Silent speaker;
• Fast ignition;
• In general, he copes with his tasks.

• You cannot set your own temperature.

Model "NEXT EVO SFT 11 NG EXP" from the manufacturer "Ariston"

Purpose: for installation in houses with natural gas.

Gas water heater of modern type, powered by the network. The design of the model is in harmony with the interior of any room. The device is equipped with different functions and capabilities, which are considered to be the advantages of the gas water heater. For example, the frame of the device does not require the installation of a chimney, as there is a built-in fan. There is a good protection system: from freezing, own diagnostics, giving a signal about a full bathroom and the possibility of configuring the chimney with auxiliary elements is provided.

Specifications:

Heater:	flowing
Dimensions (centimeters):	33/55/16,7
Net weight:	12 Kg
Liters of water per minute:	11
Power indicator:	19.58 kW
Pressure:	1-8.5 atm.
Ignition:	electric ignition
Connecting diameter:	0.5 inch
Heat exchanger:	copper
The combustion chamber:	closed
Max heating temperature:	+70 degrees
By cost:	16,700 rubles

• Ergonomic design
• Good factory build;
• Convenience of settings;
• Memorizing up to 2 options;
• Compact;
• Provides the maximum level of security;
• Bright display of data on the display;
• Functional.

• Works only on a certain type of substance: natural gas;
• Noisy.

Model "WTD 18 AME" from the manufacturer "BOSCH"

Purpose: for an apartment.

Gas water heater with stainless steel inner tank lining, installed vertically on the wall. It is equipped with a single-phase power supply, bottom connection and open combustion chamber. Electronic control, numerical indicators are shown on the display. A huge list of functions and capabilities, these include: gas control, flame modulation, the ability to work on liquefied gas and restrictions on the heating temperature. The device is compact, in a modern interpretation, will decorate the interior of any apartment.

Specifications:

Heater:	flowing
Efficiency:	12 liters per minute
Dimensions (centimeters):	36,4/56,8/17,5
Net weight:	12 Kg
Kindle:	electric ignition
Minimum water pressure:	0.3 bar
Inlet pressure:	up to 12 atm.
Power:	31.6 kW
Coaxial chimney in the connector:	6/10 cm
Gas consumption (cubic meters / hour):	3.6; liquefied - 2.6
Temperature (degrees):	maximum - 60, adjustable in the range from 35 to 60
Cost:	37,000 rubles

• Performance;
• Reliable model: up to 30 years of service;
• Autonomous control of leaving water temperature;
• Works at low head and pressure;
• Good security system;
• Ergonomic appearance;
• Compact speaker.

• Expensive.

Model "VPG-4-11 T" from the manufacturer "Mizudo"

Appointment: for a wall, apartment option.

Vertical gas water heater with bottom connection and forced chimney system. It is equipped with an open combustion chamber, display, electronic control. The device shows the temperature, does not turn on if there is no water, the liquid heating limit is set. There is also gas control and flame modulation.

Specifications:

Parameters (centimeters):	41/73/27
Net weight:	11 kg 500 g
Connecting diameter:	0.5 inch
Production:	11 liters per minute
Power:	22 kWt
Heater type:	flowing
Chimney diameter:	6 cm
Minimum and maximum water pressure (kPa):	25/750 respectively
Manufacturer:	China
Heat exchanger:	copper
Average cost:	12,500 rubles

• Affordable price;
• Stylish appearance;
• Works quietly;
• Copes with the task;
• Ideal for small families or singles;
• Reliable protection;
• Long service life;
• Good build quality.

• Not identified.

Output

The article provides a rating of high-quality gas water heaters for 2020, which, according to buyers, in all respects are good options for installation at home. The best and most popular are mechanically operated, vertical wall mounts, stylish design and compact form. In order not to make mistakes when choosing a gas water heater, you need to strictly follow the above recommendations. The table lists the best models of gas water heaters for 2020.

Table - "Popular gas water heaters in 2020, according to buyers' opinion"

Name:	Firm:	Productivity / tank volume (liters per minute / liters:	Power, kWt):	Cost (rubles):
"GWH 12 NanoPlus 2.0"	Electrolux	12	24	9700
"Vega 10"	"Mora"	10	17.3	19300
"GWH 10 Fonte Glass La Spezia"	"Zanussi"	10	20	5350
"S / SGA 100"	"Ariston"	95	4.4	22000
"SGA 200"	"Ariston"	195	8.65	36000
"10EG Red Glass"	"Wert"	10	20	5900
"H-GW2-ARW-UI308"	Hyundai	10	20	5900
"H-GW1-AMW-UI305"	Hyundai	10	20	6800
"Premium 14 G"	"BaltGaz"	14	28.8	15000
"NEXT EVO SFT 11 NG EXP"	"Ariston"	11	19.58	16700
"WTD 18 AME"	"BOSCH"	12	31.6	37000
"VPG-4-11 T"	"Mizudo"	11	22	12500