State Premier Hybrid Electric 50-Gallon Heat Pump Water Heater
State Premier Hybrid Electric 50-Gallon Heat Pump Water Heater Review
The State Premier Hybrid Electric 50-Gallon is A.O. Smith's plumber-channel heat-pump water heater, sold under the State brand. Functionally equivalent to A.O. Smith Voltex Premium 50-gallon heat-pump distributed through Lowe's channel.
Specs: 50 gallons stored, integrated heat pump with 4500W backup resistance element, UEF 3.45, ENERGY STAR Most Efficient certified, 10-year tank warranty, 10-year heat pump compressor warranty. Hybrid/heat-pump-only/electric mode controls.
The 50-gallon capacity is the standard heat-pump residential size, sized for 3-person households. For 4+ person households, the State Premier Hybrid 66-gallon is the upsized option.
About $1,799 plumber-channel pricing, $2,800 plumber-installed before federal + utility rebates. After IRA tax credit (30% up to $2,000) plus typical utility rebate ($500-$1,500), net install cost often drops to $800-$1,800. Same install requirements as Rheem ProTerra: 750+ cubic feet of air around unit, 50-90°F ambient, condensate drainage.
Right buyer: 3-person household with basement install location, accessing the heat-pump category through plumber relationship. For DIY/retail purchase, Rheem ProTerra is the equivalent product at Home Depot.