GE Profile 65 Gal
#1 in 65 GallonFull review
The pick for most homes with a 240 V circuit: the most efficient and quietest heater here, at every size.
GE Appliances Wayfair $2,349$2,349
The GE Profile 65 Gal is the better heat pump water heater overall, rated 4.4 to 3.8. The GE Profile 65 Gal leads on efficiency, noise and cold rooms. The GE Profile 65 Gal costs $230 less ($2,349 vs $2,579).
A.O. Smith Voltex MAX 66 Gal
#3 in 65 GallonFull review
A solid 240 V heater with leak protection included, sold at Lowe’s as the Signature 900 line.
Lowe's $2,579$2,579
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 65 Gal for efficiency (4.30 UEF vs 3.84 UEF), noise (41 dB(A) vs 45 dB(A)) and cold rooms (heat pump runs down to 35 °F room air vs heat pump runs down to 37 °F room air).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 65 gallon heat pump water heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GE Profile 65 Gal | A.O. Smith Voltex MAX 66 Gal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Efficiency 35% | 93 4.30 UEF | 60 3.84 UEF |
| Hot water 20% | 100 87 gallons in the first hour | 92 83 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 65 Gal | A.O. Smith Voltex MAX 66 Gal | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings (ENERGY STAR) | ||
| Size (nominal) | 65 gal | 66 gal |
| Tank volume (measured) | 65 gal | 68 gal |
| Uniform Energy Factor | 4.30 | 3.84 |
| First-hour rating | 87 gal | 83 gal |
| Draw pattern | High | High |
| Yearly energy use | 1,154 kWh | 1,292 kWh |
| Heat pump cut-off (low) | 35 °F | 37 °F |
| Sound level | 41 dB(A) | 45 dB(A) |
| ENERGY STAR ID | 4480874 | 3417561 |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 240 V | 240 V |
| Circuit | 30 A, 208/240 V | 30 A, 208/240 V |
| Backup element | 5,500 W | 4,500 W |
| Operating air range | 35 to 120 °F | 37 to 120 °F |
| Minimum room size | 700 cu ft | 450 cu ft |
| Size | 47.5 in tall, 21.5 in across | 61 in tall, 23 in across |
| Weight | 269 lb | 284 lb |
| Refrigerant | R1234YF | R-134a |
| 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 | Hybrid, Heat Pump, Hot Water+ (3 levels), Guest, 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 HPA10266H045DV, Lochinvar HPPA065KD, Reliance 10-66-DHPTA, State HPAX-66-DHPT |
| Released | 2025-07 | 2024-03 |