Is unit energy efficient
149508
Unfortunately, no. This would be a great little heater except for the cost of running it. I'm afraid to use it since it cost me over $100 extra in electricity and I only used it about three hours a day for a week.
149509
I used my Kill-A-Watt to measure mine and after 2275 hours on it broke down to 26 cents a day/ $7.99 a month to keep my 14' by 12' office at 70 degrees. Very efficient. It pulls 11amps/1262watts when running at full blast. I've had mine for at least 4 years and it still works wonderfully.
149510
This is a wonderful product. It performs very well. The small amount of electricity that it uses helps keep my gas bill down. It is wonderful to warm up a cold bathroom before a shower and the only part that gets hot is the grate on the front of the unit. I wish I had found this long ago
149511
mtrmarchi is spot on. The unit is very energy efficient. But Paco Sanchez is also right. Whether it is COST efficient depends on the cost of the electricity to run it vs. your alternative. Energy efficiency and cost efficiency are not the same thing. I agree with people who say that a big potential source of cost efficiency for this unit is the ability to only heat a single room, vs. (in my case) running my natural gas HVAC system which warms the entire house. If I wanted to warm my entire house, though, it would be much more cost efficient to run my gas HVAC system than it would be to use one of these in each room. Hope that helps. mtrmarchi is spot on. The unit is very energy efficient. But Paco Sanchez is also right. Whether it is COST efficient depends on the cost of the electricity to run it vs. your alternative. Energy efficiency and cost efficiency are not the same thing. I agree with people who say that a big potential source of cost efficiency for this unit is the ability to only heat a single room, vs. (in my case) running my natural gas HVAC system which warms the entire house. If I wanted to warm my entire house, though, it would be much more cost efficient to run my gas HVAC system than it would be to use... » Read More mtrmarchi is spot on. The unit is very energy efficient. But Paco Sanchez is also right. Whether it is COST efficient depends on the cost of the electricity to run it vs. your alternative. Energy efficiency and cost efficiency are not the same thing. I agree with people who say that a big potential source of cost efficiency for this unit is the ability to only heat a single room, vs. (in my case) running my natural gas HVAC system which warms the entire house. If I wanted to warm my entire house, though, it would be much more cost efficient to run my gas HVAC system than it would be to use one of these in each room. Hope that helps. « Show Less
149512
It's not as ENERGY efficient as a heat pump type heater, especially in a temperate zone, but electric heaters are convenient. Also there are cheaper sources of energy, such as wood. Even if some of the heat goes up the chimney, an efficient wood stove would be even more COST efficient. The natural gas example is another case where even at 80-90% efficient, it's usually much cheaper than electric heat. That said, electric heaters such as this are all basically the same efficiency.
149513
I haven't noticed a spike in my bill and I've been using it for almost a year. I really like it and have gotten a lot of compliments. It looks nice and heats really well. I think that saves on energy b/c you can just heat one room if you want to.
149514
I haven't had it long enough to answer this question accurately. But I assumed it would be since you can regulate the time and the temperature the heater is in use.on to suit the temperature of your room. And it has a handy remote. I really like it.
149515
Heat output from any electric heater is going to be proportionate to the electricity used. So in that sense, it is no more or less energy efficient than any electric heater. Expect about 3412 BTUs per kilowatt hour. As to whether it will save you money on heating, that depends on a number of factors -- including the cost of electricity in your area, the cost of whatever form of heat you are replacing, and your own ability to utilize the space heater to concentrate heat only in areas where it is needed.
1061775
Not sure what you mean exactly by the question. I haven't had a chance to use the heating unit. It all depends on the size of the space as well. I do think it's a very effective unit and worth the price, but it's not as quiet as I hoped it would be.
1699215
I have 4 units-one has been in use in a4x16foot heated dog house since fall///keep in mind the longer use will effect your heating bill/ but seems not to affect the unit
1977180
We use it at home. I do not think it is a commercial unit. It is 1200 watts. we are very happy with it.
1583067
Very little. We live in a total electric home and noticed little change in our cost. Very efficient, also.
127869
Without a doubt. We have a large family and since its hot water on demand we never run out. As far as we can tell the unit has never run at full power anyhow.
340962
I have two units. I use them in two separate bedrooms. Occasionally I put both in open concept living area. The air in the rooms has a much fresher, cleaner and cooler feel to it. (Open concept area about 1000 sq ft)
1311939
I can't say for sure, but it stands to reason that this would be the maximum power consumption if for no other reason than a safety issue. I've had two of these running in my house since July 3, and haven't noticed a marked increase in my power bill. I leave them on automatic and they run on the low (very quite) speed until the sensor detects dust or what ever in the air then they ramp up the speed. Depending upon how much dirt is present, they usually don't stay at med or hi speed very long. The only thing I don't like about these units is the pretty blue lighted ring that changes from blue to purple to red depending on the amount of dirt present. I use one in the bedroom at night locked on medium speed for the white noise it puts out and I had to rig up a cover over the blue ring because in a dark room it is very bright.
1026390
I have given a link to to energy guide for this unit below. Further information can be obtained from the manufacturer. http://www.goedekers.com/assets/PDF/GE/gtwn5650fwsenergyguide.pdf
1912199
Based on my experience this appliance operates very softly and with very low decibel. I am not aware of the high energy usage.
432493
Yes it is quite efficient. However it does not heat as large an area as indicated. We purchased it for our basement which has no other heat source and it only raises the temperature 2-4 degrees. It does work really well in a room about 12/16.
669133
Hi Magnvs, Your assumption is correct. This is one of my favorite products within my zwave network. The energy monitoring feature is excellent and when you pick up the unit you can tell you have a solid, well built product in your hands. If I can be of further help let me know. Take care.
696681
Yes it has energy saving functions. And it works very well. I have become very reliant on the thermostat. I set the temp (indicated on the LCD display) when the thermostat reaches that temp it turns off the compressor and only the fan keeps working. Has worked flawlessly in this regard. I set it to 74 degrees indicated, for example, and the AC compressor turns off.Another way you can save energy is by setting the timer (in increments of one hour). The entire unit turns off after reaching the designated hours used. (There's no clock timer.) I have the unit set up by my bed. On hot nights I go to bed, set the temp, and timer. When I'm asleep two hours later, for example, the machine turns off. Yes it has energy saving functions. And it works very well. I have become very reliant on the thermostat. I set the temp (indicated on the LCD display) when the thermostat reaches that temp it turns off the compressor and only the fan keeps working. Has worked flawlessly in this regard. I set it to 74 degrees indicated, for example, and the AC compressor turns off.Another way you can save energy is by setting the timer (in increments of one hour). The entire unit turns off after reaching the designated hours used. (There's no clock timer.) I have the unit set up by... » Read More Yes it has energy saving functions. And it works very well. I have become very reliant on the thermostat. I set the temp (indicated on the LCD display) when the thermostat reaches that temp it turns off the compressor and only the fan keeps working. Has worked flawlessly in this regard. I set it to 74 degrees indicated, for example, and the AC compressor turns off.Another way you can save energy is by setting the timer (in increments of one hour). The entire unit turns off after reaching the designated hours used. (There's no clock timer.) I have the unit set up by my bed. On hot nights I go to bed, set the temp, and timer. When I'm asleep two hours later, for example, the machine turns off. « Show Less
2046978
Sorry. No idea. I have bought three of these and for all I know the model may have changed. When connected properly these devices can 't be beat and certainly are energy efficient. Sorry I couldn't 't help more.
1880452
We have 2 of these units in which 1 runs almost all day and i haven't seen any difference in my megawatt usage! I was just looking at my NYSEG Bill and we're using less energy than we did last yr at this time! You'll love this unit! It can handle 3500 sqft and as long as you clean the filters once a month it runs with no problems! Had ours for 2 yrs and it handles pet odor, smoke, and cooking odors! If u check his website i think he's having a clearance of last yrs models BOGO Awesome Deal!
532422
Nope...my guess is this unit, as efficient as it is must be at least five years old, but well worth the low price..
1979770
It has an "energy efficient" which uses less power and a full power setting.