GE Profile 80 Gal
#1 in 80 GallonFull review
The pick for most homes with a 240 V circuit: the most efficient and quietest heater here, at every size.
GE Appliances PC Richard $3,159.97 Wayfair $2,844$2,844
The GE Profile 80 Gal is the better heat pump water heater overall, rated 4.5 to 2.9. The GE Profile 80 Gal leads on efficiency, hot water and noise. The GE Profile 80 Gal costs $254 less ($2,844 vs $3,098).
A.O. Smith Voltex 120V 80 Gal
#16 in 80 GallonFull review
A 120 V plug-in with a backup element and leak shut-off included. Its certified efficiency is among the lowest here, so it suits replacing a gas tank more than replacing an electric one.
Lowe's $3,098$3,098
Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the GE Profile 80 Gal for efficiency (4.40 UEF vs 3.00 UEF), hot water (101 gallons in the first hour vs 93 gallons in the first hour) and noise (41 dB(A) vs 45 dB(A)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 80 gallon heat pump water heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GE Profile 80 Gal | A.O. Smith Voltex 120V 80 Gal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 100 4.40 UEF | 0 3.00 UEF |
| Hot water 20% | 100 101 gallons in the first hour | 72 93 gallons in the first hour |
| Warranty 20% | 75 10-year tank, 10-year parts, 1-year labor | 75 10-year tank, 10-year parts, 1-year labor |
| Cold rooms 15% | 40 heat pump runs down to 35 °F room air | 32 heat pump runs down to 37 °F room air |
| Noise 10% | 94 41 dB(A) | 69 45 dB(A) |
Specifications
| GE Profile 80 Gal | A.O. Smith Voltex 120V 80 Gal | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings (ENERGY STAR) | ||
| Size (nominal) | 80 gal | 80 gal |
| Tank volume (measured) | 80 gal | 82 gal |
| Uniform Energy Factor | 4.40 | 3.00 |
| First-hour rating | 101 gal | 93 gal |
| Draw pattern | High | High |
| Yearly energy use | 1,127 kWh | 1,654 kWh |
| Heat pump cut-off (low) | 35 °F | 37 °F |
| Sound level | 41 dB(A) | 45 dB(A) |
| ENERGY STAR ID | 4480877 | 2546244 |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 240 V | Plug-in 120 V |
| Circuit | 30 A, 208/240 V | Shared 15 A circuit |
| Backup element | 5,500 W | 900 W |
| Operating air range | 35 to 120 °F | 37 to 120 °F |
| Minimum room size | 700 cu ft | 450 cu ft |
| Size | 57.2 in tall, 21.5 in across | 92 in tall, 27 in across |
| Weight | 331 lb | 307 lb |
| Refrigerant | R1234YF | R-513A |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | SmartHQ | A. O. Smith (iCOMM) |
| Demand response port (CTA-2045) | Yes | Yes |
| Leak detection | Yes | Yes |
| Modes | Heat Pump, Hybrid, High Demand, Electric, Vacation | Heat Pump, Electric, Vacation |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 10 yr tank, 10 yr parts, 1 yr labor | 10 yr tank, 10 yr parts, 1 yr labor |
| Also sold as | - | American HPV10280H009DV, Lochinvar HPV080KD, Reliance 10-80-DHPTV, State HPVX-80-DHPT |
| Released | 2025-07 | 2023-07 |