Rheem ECOHS160IP vs Richmond RMTGHS10IP

Both water heaters carry the same efficiency rating: UEF 0.96. The Richmond RMTGHS10IP sustains the higher flow (5.2 GPM vs 4.6 GPM under the DOE test).

Rheem ECOHS160IP Richmond RMTGHS10IP
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) 0.96 0.96
Fuel Propane Propane
Max flow rate 4.6 GPM 5.2 GPM
Draw pattern High High
Annual gas use (natural gas) 176 therms/yr 176 therms/yr
Gas input rate 157 kBTU/h 180 kBTU/h
Max current draw 2 A 2 A
Vent type Direct Vent Direct Vent
Recovery efficiency 97 % 98 %
Smart / connected capable No No
Minimum activation flow 0.4 GPM 0.4 GPM
Annual propane use 192.35 gal/yr 192.35 gal/yr
Vent size 2 2
Width 18.1 in 18.1 in
Depth 13.6 in 13.6 in
ENERGY STAR certified Yes Yes

Frequently asked questions

Which costs less to run, the Rheem ECOHS160IP or the Richmond RMTGHS10IP?

They are effectively tied: both cost about $519/year at national average energy rates under the DOE test draw pattern.

Are the Rheem ECOHS160IP and Richmond RMTGHS10IP both ENERGY STAR certified?

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