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Upgrade from RE2H50S

4 verified replacements for the Bradford White RE2H50S.
Every replacement below is a published model with verified specs. Savings calculated from EIA average energy prices.

Quick verdict

Fewest install changes Bradford White RE2HP50-1NCTT 1 install change
Lowest annual bill Bradford White RE2HP50-1NCTT $144/yr
Shortest unit Bradford White RE2HP50-1NCTT 46.1" tall
Your RE2H50S costs $163/yr. Every option below cuts that bill. See all heat pump models

What your current unit costs to operate

Annual$163/yr
10-year projection$1,630

Based on U.S. average energy rates (EIA). UEF 3.44.

Replacement options

Bradford White RE2HP50-1NCTT

Heat Pump

UEF 3.89 / ~$144/yr / 10-yr tank warranty

Same brand next-gen, UEF jumps from 3.44 to 3.89, height drops from 59.2 to 46.1 inches

Annual savings$19/yr
10-year savings$190
Install changes
  • 13.1" shorter than your current unit
  • 3.8" narrower than your current unit
Full specs

Rheem PROPH50 T2 RH400-30

Heat Pump

UEF 3.88 / ~$146/yr / 10-yr tank warranty

Cross-brand upgrade, UEF jumps from 3.44 to 3.88

Annual savings$17/yr
10-year savings$170
Install changes
  • Needs condensate drain (your current unit does not)
  • 2.6" taller than your current unit
Full specs · Compare side by side

Navien NWP500S050AUMB

Heat Pump

UEF 3.85 / ~$145/yr / 10-yr tank warranty

Cross-brand upgrade, UEF jumps from 3.44 to 3.85

Annual savings$18/yr
10-year savings$180
Install changes
  • Needs condensate drain (your current unit does not)
  • 3.8" taller than your current unit
Full specs · Compare side by side

Rinnai REHP50BM

Heat Pump

UEF 3.75 / ~$146/yr / 10-yr tank warranty

Cross-brand upgrade, UEF jumps from 3.44 to 3.75

Annual savings$17/yr
10-year savings$170
Install changes
  • Needs condensate drain (your current unit does not)
  • 7.2" taller than your current unit
Full specs · Compare side by side
Side by side, the key differences.

Replacement comparison

SpecYour unitRE2HP50-1NCTTPROPH50 T2 RH400-30NWP500S050AUMBREHP50BM
UEF3.443.893.883.853.75
Annual Cost$163/yr$144/yr$146/yr$145/yr$146/yr
Annual Savings$19/yr$17/yr$18/yr$17/yr
Height59.2"46.1"61.8"63"66.4"
Width21.8"18.0"22.2"21.7"21.7"
Warranty10 yr10 yr10 yr10 yr10 yr

● Best value in each row. Your unit column shows the model being replaced.

Common install considerations for heat pump units

What is required depends on your existing installation, local code, and installer preference.

Thermal Expansion Tank Often required by code Check on Amazon (paid link)
Water Heater Drain Pan Often required by code Check on Amazon (paid link)
Earthquake Straps (Seismic Restraints) Often required by code Check on Amazon (paid link)
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The federal tax credit of up to $2,000 under IRA Section 25C expired December 31, 2025. State and utility rebates may still apply.

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