Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from Bosch with a 60 gallon rated tank and a 80 gallon first-hour rating at a 3.9 UEF — 1240 kWh/yr certified use, 45.5 in tall.
Our take
The 65-gallon size of the most-rebadged platform in this database: 17 listings under 10 brand names, Bosch to Senville, all one certified spec. At 45.5 inches it is nearly the shortest unit in the class — 13.5 inches under the median — yet posts an 80-gallon first-hour rating above the median and a 3.90 UEF at the 69th percentile, roughly $211 a year High-draw. Connectivity, 450% recovery, and a 37.4 °F cutoff round out a spec with no visible weak point. 240 V at 24 A. Buy whichever badge is cheapest; the hardware cannot tell the difference.
Best for: Low-clearance installs with a badge price war working in your favor.
Trade-off: Support and warranty depend on which of ten badges you choose.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
3.9
Annual electricity use
1240 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
450 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
80 gal
Rated storage volume
60 gal
Draw pattern
High
Heat pump
Heat pump type
240 Volt Integrated HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-134a (GWP:1430)
Compressor low-temp cutoff
37.4 °F
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
24 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
Yes
Dimensions
Height
45.5 in
Diameter
21.8 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon for?
Its 80 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $211/year at the national
average electricity rate (1240 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 24 A max draw plan for a 30 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
The heat pump compressor operates down to 37.4 °F ambient — below that, backup
elements take over.
Compare the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon
The Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon is certified hardware that Bosch and its partner brands
publish under 17 names. The same specifications apply to every
variant:
Is the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 3.9).
How much does the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $211 per year at national average energy rates, based on its certified annual energy use under the DOE test draw pattern. Your rate and usage change this figure.
What electrical circuit does the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon need?
The Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 24 A; per the NEC 125% continuous-load rule plan for at least a 30 A breaker (check the installation manual for the required circuit).
Is the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon a smart water heater?
Yes, the Bosch heat pump water heater 65-Gallon is connected-capable, with app control and eligibility for most utility demand-response programs.
