GIFANK 5 Gallon Heated Chicken Waterer
#3 in PoultryFull review
A 5 gallon nipple waterer for larger flocks in mild winters, with the lowest power draw here. Its maker gives no cold rating.
Amazon $79.99$79.99
5 gal45 W
3.1/5
A 3 gallon heated nipple bucket for small backyard flocks. It keeps water cleaner than a fount and draws little power.
- 3 galCapacity
- 65 WHeater
- -10 °FIce-free to
- 6 ftCord
Check price at Amazon$72.98
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Keeps water ice-free down to -10 °F on only 65 W
- Nipple drinkers keep the water clean of bedding and droppings
- The translucent bucket shows the water level without opening it
- The cord stows in the base for summer use
Cons
- Four nipples serve a small flock at a time
- Birds used to open founts can take a while to learn nipples
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | HDHH3 |
|---|---|
| Water | |
| Type | Heated fount |
| Capacity | 3 gal |
| Price per gallon | $24.33 |
| Drinker | Nipples |
| Heating | |
| Heater power | 65 W |
| Ice-free to | -10 °F |
| Thermostat | Yes |
| Insulated | No |
| Power cord | |
| Cord | 6 ft |
| Build | |
| Material | Translucent plastic |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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