Bradford White RTGR150N1 vs Bradford White RTGS150N1

Both water heaters carry the same efficiency rating: UEF 0.98.

Bradford White RTGR150N1 Bradford White RTGS150N1
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) 0.98 0.98
Fuel Natural Gas Natural Gas
Max flow rate 4.3 GPM 4.3 GPM
Draw pattern High High
Annual gas use (natural gas) 173 therms/yr 173 therms/yr
Gas input rate 150 kBTU/h 150 kBTU/h
Max current draw 2 A 2 A
Vent type Power Direct Vent Power Direct Vent
Recovery efficiency 98 % 98 %
Smart / connected capable No No
Minimum activation flow 0.5 GPM 0.5 GPM
Annual propane use 189.07 gal/yr 189.07 gal/yr
Vent size 2 / 3 2 / 3
Width 17.3 in 17.3 in
Depth 14.8 in 14.8 in
ENERGY STAR certified Yes Yes

Frequently asked questions

Which costs less to run, the Bradford White RTGR150N1 or the Bradford White RTGS150N1?

They are effectively tied: both cost about $251/year at national average energy rates under the DOE test draw pattern.

Are the Bradford White RTGR150N1 and Bradford White RTGS150N1 both ENERGY STAR certified?

Yes — every water heater in this database is drawn from the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR certified water heater datasets.