Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon
A low-priced 2.5 gallon plug-in tank for a single sink, with a six-year tank warranty. It is the value pick among the small tanks.
Amazon $159.99$159.99
The Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon is the better mini tank water heater overall, rated 3.2 to 2.7. The Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon leads on value and heating power. The Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon costs $52.92 less ($159.99 vs $212.91).
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Stiebel Eltron SHC 2.5
A German-made 2.5 gallon plug-in tank for one bathroom or kitchen sink. It costs more than the imports but carries a six-year tank warranty.
Amazon $212.91$212.91
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon for value ($64 per gallon ($159.99, 2.5 gal) vs $85.16 per gallon ($212.91, 2.5 gal)) and heating power (1,440 W element vs 1,300 W element).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 2.5 to 4 gallon mini tank water heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon | Stiebel Eltron SHC 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 42 $64 per gallon ($159.99, 2.5 gal) | 7 $85.16 per gallon ($212.91, 2.5 gal) |
| Warranty 30% | 56 6-year tank, 2-year parts | 56 6-year tank, 2-year parts |
| Heating power 15% | 20 1,440 W element | 0 1,300 W element |
| Features 15% | 100 plugs into an outlet, relief valve included, wall bracket included | 100 plugs into an outlet, relief valve included, wall bracket included |
| Tank size 10% | 0 2.5 gal tank | 0 2.5 gal tank |
Specifications
| Ariston Andris RS 2.5 Gallon | Stiebel Eltron SHC 2.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Tank capacity | 2.5 gal | 2.5 gal |
| Element | 1,440 W | 1,300 W |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Current | 12 A | 11.3 A |
| Electrical connection | Plug-in | Plug-in |
| Recovery (maker figure) | 6.8 gal/hr at 90 °F rise | 18 min (maker figure) |
| Thermostat range | 65 to 161 °F | up to 140 °F |
| Price per gallon | $64 | $85.16 |
| Installation | ||
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 14.2 x 14.2 x 10.8 in | 18.7 x 11 x 10.6 in |
| Weight | 15.5 lb | 15.9 lb |
| Water connections | 1/2" NPT | 1/2" NPT brass |
| Relief valve included | Yes | Yes |
| Wall bracket included | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | ||
| Tank | 6 years | 6 years |
| Parts | 2 years | 2 years |