Stiebel Eltron SHC 4
A 4 gallon plug-in tank for a kitchen sink or as a booster on a long pipe run, with a six-year tank warranty. Cheaper 4 gallon tanks match its warranty and heat faster.
Amazon $239$239
4 gal1,300 WPlug-in
3.2/5
A 2.5 gallon plug-in tank with an eight-year tank and parts warranty, the best-covered small tank here. Good for a single sink where you want it to last.
- 2.5 galTank
- 1,500 WElement
- Plug-inPower
- 8 yearsTank warranty
Check price at Amazon$205.26
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Eight-year tank and parts warranty, the longest among small tanks
- 1,500 W element, a little stronger than the usual 1,440 W
- Six-foot cord comes fitted
Cons
- GE does not publish a recovery time or thermostat range
The GE point of use family
Every GE point of use model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Tank | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GE 2.5 Gallon Point of Use (this one) | 2.5 gal | 3.2/5 | $205.26 |
| GE 6 Gallon Point of Use | 6 gal | 3.3/5 | $240.86 |
| GE 10 Gallon Point of Use | 10 gal | 4.1/5 | $279.65 |
| GE 18 Gallon Point of Use | 18 gal | 4.0/5 | $296.65 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | GE02P08BAW |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Tank capacity | 2.5 gal |
| Element | 1,500 W |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Current | 12 A |
| Electrical connection | Plug-in |
| Price per gallon | $82.10 |
| Installation | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 13 x 13 x 11.2 in |
| Weight | 17 lb |
| Water connections | 1/2" NPT |
| Relief valve included | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Tank | 8 years |
| Parts | 8 years |
Alternatives in this size
ThermoMate ES400 4 Gallon
A 4 gallon plug-in tank for a kitchen sink. Ariston and EcoSmart sell 4 gallon tanks for less with longer warranties.
Amazon $220.99$220.99
4 gal1,440 WPlug-in
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
2.5 gal1,440 WPlug-in
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