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Oct 27, 2025 8:01 PM

50-Gallon Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Heat Pump Smart Electric Water Heater $1455 + Free Ship to Store

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Home Depot [homedepot.com] has 50-Gallon Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Heat Pump Smart Electric Water Heater (10-Year Warranty) for $1455. Select free Ship to Store where available otherwise delivery is $55.

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  • Heat pump water heater saves up to $375 in annual energy costs
  • Control with Wi-Fi; protect with leak detection and auto shutoff
  • Demand response compliant for states requiring utility management
  • Save even more with ENERGY STAR rebates: it's ENERGY STAR certified and is eligible for federal tax credits up to $2000 and may be eligible for state and local government or electric utility rebates
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Home Depot [homedepot.com] has 50-Gallon Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Heat Pump Smart Electric Water Heater (10-Year Warranty) for $1455. Select free Ship to Store where available otherwise delivery is $55.

Note: Availability may vary by location.

Product Description from Home Depot
  • Heat pump water heater saves up to $375 in annual energy costs
  • Control with Wi-Fi; protect with leak detection and auto shutoff
  • Demand response compliant for states requiring utility management
  • Save even more with ENERGY STAR rebates: it's ENERGY STAR certified and is eligible for federal tax credits up to $2000 and may be eligible for state and local government or electric utility rebates

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This Rheem ProTerra hybrid heat pump water heater stands out for cutting hot water energy use sharply, especially in heat pump mode and in warm spaces like garages or basements. Real-world reports put usage around 1.3 to 2.5 kWh a day, with electric bills dropping by about half or more after switching from a standard electric or gas heater. Installation is described as straightforward if you already have 240 volts and a condensate drain, and rebates or tax credits can slash the upfront cost. Main caveats are slower recovery in heat pump only mode, reduced performance in cold climates, and the 50 gallon size feeling tight for larger households or long showers.

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Oct 28, 2025 5:29 PM
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eaims1Oct 28, 2025 5:29 PM
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Quote from voodoo_chile View quoted comment :
How much does it cost to install a heat pump heater? I already know, just wanted a laugh.
The same as a "normal" electric? Not sure what's funny about that.
Oct 28, 2025 5:49 PM
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eaims1Oct 28, 2025 5:49 PM
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Quote from geekwithoutacause View quoted comment :
apples to apples. I don't think the heat pump in heatpump only mode will heat up faster than the resistive heating.
Yes I'm sure it's a bit slower, but that really only becomes an issue when you're using most of the hot water in back to back sessions. And if that is an issue for you/your family the suggestion is to simply get a hybrid water heater with a bigger tank. The amount of money you save in heat pump mode still makes it worth it. Assuming you're not switching from gas or live in an extra cold environment of course.
Oct 28, 2025 6:08 PM
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jblanchet87Oct 28, 2025 6:08 PM
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Not sure this is slick. I got a 65 gallon for 1539 in February from HD.

You want to upsize these as much as your space allows. 50 gal is probably ok for a 2 person house as long as someone doesn't take long-ass showers. A 20 minute shower with a high flow 2.5gpm showerhead will deplete this tank.
Oct 28, 2025 7:17 PM
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geekwithoutacauseOct 28, 2025 7:17 PM
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Quote from eaims1 View quoted comment :
Yes I'm sure it's a bit slower, but that really only becomes an issue when you're using most of the hot water in back to back sessions. And if that is an issue for you/your family the suggestion is to simply get a hybrid water heater with a bigger tank. The amount of money you save in heat pump mode still makes it worth it. Assuming you're not switching from gas or live in an extra cold environment of course.
Oh I never said there's no savings.
I'm on propane and it will probably still save me money.
Oct 28, 2025 8:22 PM
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lotsalotsadealsOct 28, 2025 8:22 PM
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Quote from geekwithoutacause View quoted comment :
People need to be aware you need a 30 amp 240 volt circuit. If that's not available near the water heater it can get costly to have that installed.
If you switch from a resistive electric ater heater to this you already have that in place. But some people are on natural gas or propane and might not have 240 volts near it.

fyi, the 80 gallon model is also 20% off. Seems these go on sale a lot.
That is only partially true.

They also make a 120v Heat Pump only.version [homedepot.com]
Have been on sale for similar pricing.

DEFINITELY Should get the biggest unit possible especially if you have guests often.
Oct 28, 2025 8:35 PM
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lotsalotsadealsOct 28, 2025 8:35 PM
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Quote from eaims1 View quoted comment :
The same as a "normal" electric? Not sure what's funny about that.

Lots of dummies in certain states don't know how to shop around.
So many get Mini Split AC/Heat pumps pricing quotes of $5k-$10k (or more) for a $500-$1000 unit. Ha ha
Some(lots) are installers posting those ridiculous prices to try and convince others to pay it.

Very sleazy business.
1 guy I have used for 4 homes and 3 referrals(in 2 years) of complete CAC replacements all of a sudden wanted $11k where all others were $5k-$6.5k because it was the summer.
To replace the defective blower fan wanted $2500 - bought it on ebay for $125
Last edited by lotsalotsadeals October 28, 2025 at 01:43 PM.
Oct 28, 2025 8:37 PM
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ViciousXUSMCOct 28, 2025 8:37 PM
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Quote from geekwithoutacause View quoted comment :
apples to apples. I don't think the heat pump in heatpump only mode will heat up faster than the resistive heating.
No resistive is faster, but not nearly as efficient. So that is why in normal operation it defaults to heat pump but will flip to resistive if your demand is high enough.

But I specifically set mine to heat pump only mode to ensure we get max savings and then if we ran into a no hot water situation we could decide if we adapt our usage or turn on resistive.

But we have never even once run out of hot water, so working great for me.

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Oct 28, 2025 9:28 PM
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geekwithoutacauseOct 28, 2025 9:28 PM
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Quote from lotsalotsadeals View quoted comment :
That is only partially true.

They also make a 120v Heat Pump only.version [homedepot.com]
Have been on sale for similar pricing.

DEFINITELY Should get the biggest unit possible especially if you have guests often.
Since we're not talking about that model..... no.
Besides that, that model doesn't have the backup resistive heat. Something you want.
Oct 28, 2025 10:37 PM
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eaims1Oct 28, 2025 10:37 PM
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Quote from jblanchet87 View quoted comment :
Not sure this is slick. I got a 65 gallon for 1539 in February from HD.

You want to upsize these as much as your space allows. 50 gal is probably ok for a 2 person house as long as someone doesn't take long-ass showers. A 20 minute shower with a high flow 2.5gpm showerhead will deplete this tank.
We're a 2 person house and the 40 gallon option (like our original normal water heater) and it's been plenty.

And your calculation is also assuming 100% hot water coming and draining it super fast, which technically is true but who cranks up the shower temperature to maximum? Feels like even in the rare case someone does this it's better to simply increase the water temp and not use 100%. But to each their own I guess.
Oct 28, 2025 10:38 PM
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eaims1Oct 28, 2025 10:38 PM
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Quote from ViciousXUSMC View quoted comment :
No resistive is faster, but not nearly as efficient. So that is why in normal operation it defaults to heat pump but will flip to resistive if your demand is high enough.

But I specifically set mine to heat pump only mode to ensure we get max savings and then if we ran into a no hot water situation we could decide if we adapt our usage or turn on resistive.

But we have never even once run out of hot water, so working great for me.
Yep, same here. Couldn't have said it better myself.
Oct 28, 2025 10:50 PM
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jblanchet87Oct 28, 2025 10:50 PM
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Quote from eaims1 View quoted comment :
We're a 2 person house and the 40 gallon option (like our original normal water heater) and it's been plenty.

And your calculation is also assuming 100% hot water coming and draining it super fast, which technically is true but who cranks up the shower temperature to maximum? Feels like even in the rare case someone does this it's better to simply increase the water temp and not use 100%. But to each their own I guess.
That's fair. That wasn't an actual use example, rather just a basic idea of how quickly it gets used. My wife is a vampire who has it probably at least 80% temp (how does she not melt) and easy 15 min showers. If you're doing anything else with hot water before or after the shower, you could be pushing capacity, and if I then decide I want to shower after her, I might be SOL.
Oct 29, 2025 12:34 AM
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eaims1Oct 29, 2025 12:34 AM
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Quote from jblanchet87 View quoted comment :
That's fair. That wasn't an actual use example, rather just a basic idea of how quickly it gets used. My wife is a vampire who has it probably at least 80% temp (how does she not melt) and easy 15 min showers. If you're doing anything else with hot water before or after the shower, you could be pushing capacity, and if I then decide I want to shower after her, I might be SOL.
Fair enough! But yeah in those instances a bigger tank or a higher temp would work out well. And in the end you'd still save money vs a traditional electric water heater.
Oct 29, 2025 12:39 AM
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eaims1Oct 29, 2025 12:39 AM
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Quote from lotsalotsadeals View quoted comment :
Lots of dummies in certain states don't know how to shop around.
So many get Mini Split AC/Heat pumps pricing quotes of $5k-$10k (or more) for a $500-$1000 unit. Ha ha
Some(lots) are installers posting those ridiculous prices to try and convince others to pay it.

Very sleazy business.
1 guy I have used for 4 homes and 3 referrals(in 2 years) of complete CAC replacements all of a sudden wanted $11k where all others were $5k-$6.5k because it was the summer.
To replace the defective blower fan wanted $2500 - bought it on ebay for $125
I mean, I get that. But that's still basically just someone being a greedy plumber/handyman. Doesn't really have anything to do with specifically installing a hybrid water heater. If you're dealing with a shady person doing the install, no matter what you're gonna get screwed. Honestly think the other poster was trying to troll and simply failed. It's the upfront price most people complain about, not the install price...
Oct 29, 2025 1:02 AM
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StrikercybOct 29, 2025 1:02 AM
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Quote from jblanchet87 View quoted comment :
Not sure this is slick. I got a 65 gallon for 1539 in February from HD.

You want to upsize these as much as your space allows. 50 gal is probably ok for a 2 person house as long as someone doesn't take long-ass showers. A 20 minute shower with a high flow 2.5gpm showerhead will deplete this tank.
Your calculation is way off on the usage. Hot water in the tank normally set to about 130 degrees F. Although not boiling hot but enough to cause third degree burn with about 30 seconds of exposure. I don't think anyone can withstand 20 minutes shower of 130 degree hot water.

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Oct 29, 2025 1:53 AM
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jblanchet87Oct 29, 2025 1:53 AM
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Quote from Strikercyb View quoted comment :
Your calculation is way off on the usage. Hot water in the tank normally set to about 130 degrees F. Although not boiling hot but enough to cause third degree burn with about 30 seconds of exposure. I don't think anyone can withstand 20 minutes shower of 130 degree hot water.
Yes you're right, it was not scientific, just back of napkin. Lots of factors involved.A hot tub is 105. Wife definitely uses hot tub temp water if not hotter. Ran it through ChatGPT and it says a 130 output temp with 2.5 gpm showerhead and 105 degree shower would last 30min, or about 28min at 110 degrees. I know my wife is using 15-20 minutes of that. Then if you're washing dishes, need to bathe the kids, run a hot water laundry load, etc - there's not a plethora left. Yes, you can certainly plan around all that and spread it out.My point remains that if your going to go through the expense and PITA of replacing water heater, you should upsize compare to what "should" suffice to accommodate higher usage days, having guests, etc. There's little downside except 1x upfront on something that you hope lasts a decade if maintained. I just wouldn't do a 50 gal myself.

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