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Gladiator 55 Gal. Tall 12-Year 4500-Watt Double Element Smart Electric Water Heater w/ Leak Detection and Auto Shutoff

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  • Built-in leak detection and auto shutoff protects your home
  • Built-in Wi-Fi enables control and monitoring at home or away
  • Stainless steel design for durability
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Ensure your home has plenty of hot water with the Rheem Gladiator 55 Gal. Tall 12-Year 4500-Watt Smart Electric Water Heater. Built-in EcoNet Wi-Fi technology allows you to control and monitor your water heater from anywhere. Stainless steel elements offer added durability, while sediment build-up prevention extends tank life. The LeakSense detection system with auto shutoff helps protect your home by alerting you to leaks.

Highlights

  • Attention Washington and Oregon Residents: This water heater does not meet demand response requirements in your state; Regulations prohibit the sale, shipment or installation of this water heater in a state that requires demand response water heaters
  • If your home is in a state that requires Demand Response water heaters, please select an approved Demand Response model available on homedepot.com
  • 55 gal. tank provides ample hot water for households with three to five people
  • Built-in LeakSense leak detection system alerts you of any leak, large or small, internal or external
  • Built-in EcoNet Wi-Fi technology allows you to manage hot water, track energy usage and set modes like vacation mode from your mobile device
  • Protect your home from water damage with LeakGuard, the auto shut-off valve that shuts off incoming water and locks water in
  • Delivers 74 gallons of hot water in the first hour
  • Fights sediment build-up at the bottom of the tank to prolong tank life and maintain efficiency
  • Know before hot water runs out with the EcoNet Wi-Fi app
  • Save money on water heating costs while away by setting your water heater in vacation mode from your mobile device with the EcoNet Wi-Fi app
  • 12-year limited warranty on tank and parts for your convenience
  • Three-year in-home labor warranty for peace of mind
  • 0.92 Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) means it's highly efficient, saving money on energy bills with low energy usage
  • Dual 4500-watt stainless steel heating elements
  • Requires a 240V connection for installation
  • Thick, premium sacrificial anode rod and Rheemglas tank lining combine to protect the tank from corrosive elements in the water
  • As with any Wi-Fi connected device, for best performance, use your phone or tablet to check the Wi-Fi signal strength in the area where the water heater will be installed before purchase
  • Call 1-855-650-2786 before noon for same-day installation service in most areas or visit our water heater installation page for more information
  • Restricted in Demand Response States: See below before purchasing
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Product Information

Internet # 309627175

Model # XE55T12CS45U0

Store SKU # 1004356720

Store SO SKU #1004356720

Specifications

Dimensions: H 57 in, W 22.25 in, D 22.25 in

Dimensions

Kilowatt

4.5

Product Depth (in.)

22.25 in

Product Height (in.)

57 in

Product Width (in.)

22.25 in

Water Connection Size (in.)

3/4

Details

Amperage (A)

18.75 A

Application Type

Residential

Efficiency Level

High

First Hour of Delivery (gallons/hr)

74

Household Size

5+

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor

Nominal Tank Capacity (gallons)

55 gal

Power Options

Hardwired

Product Weight (lb.)

130 lb

Remote Access

Remote Access

Required Volt Connection

240 volt

Requires Hub?

No Hub Required

Returnable

90-Day

Smart Home

Smart Home Enabled

Smart Home Protocol

Wi-Fi

Tank Warranty

12 Year

Uniform Energy Factor

0.92

Voice Control Hub Required

No Voice Control

Water Heater Features

Overheat Protection, Temperature Pressure Relief Valve

Water Heater Profile

Tall

Water Heater Type

Electric

Wattage (watts)

4500 W

Works With

Google Assistant

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications and Listings

UL Listed

Part Warranty

12 Year

Questions & Answers

What is the volts on that unit.
ByNov 10, 2026
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Hello Gilbert, This water heater requires 240VAC. Isaiah

By|Nov 10, 2026


    Can you adjust the temperature?
    ByNov 8, 2026
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    Hello Frank, The water temperature is adjustable via the Upper and Lower Thermostats. Isaiah

    By|Nov 10, 2026


      what are the dimensions ? height? diameter? flitting size? - and weight empty?
      ByNov 6, 2026
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      Hello Robert, This water heater has a tank height of 58-7/8", height to connections of 61-5/8", and a diameter of 20-1/4". The water connections are 3/4" and the unit has a dry weight of 121lbs. Isaiah

      By|Nov 10, 2026


        Does a new water heater come with hook up plumbing
        ByNov 6, 2026
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        Hello, Water lines are purchased separately from the water heater. Isaiah

        By|Nov 10, 2026


          Dimensions
          ByNov 6, 2026
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          Hello Whyme, This unit has a tank height of 47-1/2" and a diameter of 19". Isaiah

          By|Nov 10, 2026


            Does this water heater apply to T24?
            ByOct 19, 2026
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            Hi Alfonso, Title 24 heavily disincentivizes or completely restricts standard electric resistance water heaters in favor of high-efficiency technology, unless you utilize specific compliance exceptions. For additional assistance, please call 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST. Derius

            By|Oct 20, 2026


              Where is the highest point measured from
              ByOct 13, 2026
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              Hi, On the Performance 50-Gallon Tall Electric Water Heater (Model # XE50T06ST45U1), dimensions are measured using two primary reference heights: • The Tank Height: This measures from the very bottom of the unit (the floor or catch pan) up to the flat jacket top of the water heater tank. • The Height to Water Connections: This is the true highest point of the physical unit. It is measured from the floor to the very top of the 3/4" NPT hot and cold-water inlet/outlet nipples protruding out of the top of the tank. For additional assistance, please contact 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST. Derius

              By|Oct 17, 2026


                Is this ok for a newer mobile home
                ByOct 13, 2026
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                Hi Trahn, The standard Performance 40 Gallon Tall model (XE40T06ST45U1) is not approved or certified for use in mobile homes. For additional information, please contact 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST. Derius

                By|Oct 15, 2026


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                  Customer Reviews

                  4.3 out of 5

                  • 4.3 out of 4,347 reviews
                  • 76% recommend this product
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                  It works like it should. The water heater was damaged when I opened the box, but that has not affected the performance. Installation was straightforward. Pickup of the water heater was easy, just went to the front desk and showed them my order.
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                  Delivered by Home Depot Damaged. HD Customer Service only offered $150 credit. Better manufacturerer packaging might have prevented at least some of the damage.
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                  Response from RheemNov 9, 2026
                  Thank you for this review. We apologize for the inconvenience that you have experienced with your Home Depot delivery. To better assist you with this issue, please contact HomeDepot.com customer service department at 1-800-466-3337 any day between 6 A.M and 2 A.M. EST. Home Depot Customer Service will be able to assist you with this issue or transfer you to your local store for more assistance. - Cody rheem
                  I purchased a 50-gallon Rheem water heater from Home Depot in September 2026. It was very easy to install myself—no contractor was needed, as I just swapped the old unit with the new one. We are looking forward to having reliable hot water this winter. I highly recommend this Rheem water heater to anyone considering it.
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                  Response from RheemOct 27, 2026
                  Hi,

                  Thank you so much for the wonderful recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that the self-installation and swap went smoothly for you without needing a contractor. We appreciate your trust in Rheem, and we are confident your new 50-gallon heater will keep your home perfectly warm and comfortable all winter long!

                  Derius rheem
                  I ordered this unit and it came damaged. The outside box wasn’t damaged, but the water heater itself was which tells me that it was packaged damaged. I ordered the second ones replaced the first one and it came damaged worse than the first one was. It also had no damage to the outside package, so it was also packaged damaged. I didn’t buy a third one because I didn’t need a third damage unit instead I went to a local plumbing supply shop and bought a water heater which I installed and it works wonderfully. I have no idea if these water heaters work well or not, but I’m not gonna put in the effort to install a water heater that came damaged. The notes below asking about delivery service in about customer service. I had to return two of these water heaters. they scheduled a date and then didn’t pick them up on that date. I called them again and rescheduled and they came and picked up one of the two. I called again to get the other one picked up and they have missed two pick up dates already in this water heater is still sitting outside, blocking my garage. Yesterday I was told they would definitely contact me by the end of the day with a new pick up date which they have not done. I would say the customer service is very poor. The delivery service was fine, but the return service is equally poor. I will be calling them again today asking when they’re picking up this water heater.
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                  Response from RheemOct 27, 2026
                  Hello,
                  Thank you for this review. We apologize for the inconvenience that you have experienced with your Home Depot delivery. To better assist you with this issue, please contact HomeDepot.com customer service department at 1-800-466-3337 any day between 6 A.M and 2 A.M. EST. Home Depot Customer Service will be able to assist you with this issue or transfer you to your local store for more assistance.
                  -Cody rheem
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                  The unit was picked up at the store. When I went to pick it up at the store, the box was damaged in several places. The unit had at lease 5 dents in it. I took a chance because I needed it badly. It letterly looked like they dropped it down the steps. We need to do better at shipping. Thankfully it had no leakage.
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                  Response from RheemOct 15, 2026
                  Hi,

                  Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we are so sorry your water heater arrived with multiple dents. While we are glad to hear it is working without leaks, this is absolutely not the condition your item should have been in, and we will address this with our shipping and store handling teams. If you experience any issues at all or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly. Please call 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST.

                  Derius rheem
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                  Response from RheemSep 30, 2026
                  Hello,

                  Thank you for this 4-star review.

                  If you need assistance, please call 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST.

                  Derius rheem
                  My old heater started leaking. I needed a replacement ASAP so I bought one off the Home Depot website. It was delivered the same day. I also opted for the installation through Home Depot. The installer came the next morning. Turns out the installation cost three times more than what I paid for the new heater. I had no choice, I needed it installed so I paid the $1800. Check was made out to Home Depot, not the plumber who installed it. If there is ever a next time I hire my own plumber and not go through Home Depot. Still feel that I got royally ripped off!
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                  Response from RheemSep 14, 2026
                  Hi,

                  Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad delivery was prompt, but we’re sorry to hear the installation cost was higher than expected. We understand how frustrating that can be, and we appreciate your feedback to help improve installation service and pricing transparency.

                  To better assist you with this issue, please contact HomeDepot.com customer service department at 1-800-466-3337 any day between 6 A.M and 2 A.M. EST. Home Depot Customer Service will be able to assist you with this issue or transfer you to your local store for more assistance.

                  Derius rheem
                  3 found this review helpful
                  This arrived as a manufacturer damage as the box it was stored in was completely undamaged - it was a cosmetic issue and was credited for that. Installation plus with the required expansion tank was well done. No problems to this date with the tank at all. I do like the LED display to a degree - knowing which element is on upper or lower, and that the unit has power.
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                  Response from RheemAug 19, 2026
                  Hi,

                  Thank you, Sharon. We’re glad installation went well and appreciate your feedback on the cosmetic issue, expansion tank setup, and LED display features.

                  Derius rheem
                  • Verified Purchase
                  Curbside pickup was ok at Home Depot Yulee, FL. After waiting 20 minutes, I went inside and reminded them I was there. The water heater was in its box unopened and no signs of external impacts to the box. The plumber unboxed it and installed. Again, no signs of damage and we had hot water after two days. The next day, I went out to adjust the thermostat settings for water temperature. I had noted a gap in the upper element cover (see picture) but figured the cover just needed adjustment. When I took the cover off, see the picture. Definitely not quality construction. Yes, the heater worked but if it hadn't been installed, it would have been returned.
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                  Response from RheemAug 12, 2026
                  Hi George,
                  Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear that your water heater is providing hot water and meeting your household needs; however, we're disappointed to learn about the condition you discovered after installation.

                  The appearance shown in your photo is not representative of the quality standards we strive to provide, and we understand your concern, especially after the unit had already been installed. We appreciate you bringing this matter to our attention.

                  If you have not already done so, please contact our Customer Support team at 866-279-4566. We'd like the opportunity to review the issue and determine whether any additional assistance may be available.

                  Thank you for choosing Rheem and for sharing your experience. Your feedback helps us continue to improve our products and customer experience.

                  Moneke rheem
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                  Ideal for large households needing reliable hot water with smart features. Control usage, prevent leaks, and enjoy energy savings with built-in Wi-Fi.
                  Ideal for large households needing reliable hot water with smart leak detection, Wi-Fi control, and a 12-year warranty.
                  Ideal for eco-conscious homeowners seeking energy savings with smart features, leak detection, and a 10-year warranty.
                  Ideal for eco-conscious homeowners seeking energy savings with smart app control, ensuring lower bills and remote management.

                  Capacity

                  55 gal
                  55 gal
                  50 gal
                  50 gal

                  Recovery Rate

                  74 gal/hr
                  74 gph

                  Leak Detection

                  Heating Element Type

                  Stainless Steel
                  Stainless Steel

                  Smart Controls