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Water Heater: Global Markets

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  • 125 Pages
  • October 2024
  • Region: Global
  • BCC Research
  • ID: 6008692

The global market for water heaters was valued at $23.7 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $32.1 billion by the end of 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period.

The water heater market is experiencing robust growth driven by several key factors. Primarily, increasing urbanization and rising disposable incomes are fueling the demand for modern amenities, including hot water. The growing emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability is spurring the adoption of advanced water heater technologies like heat pumps and instant water heaters. The expansion of the construction and real estate sectors, particularly in developing economies, is creating a substantial demand for water heaters in residential and commercial buildings. Moreover, stringent government regulations promoting energy conservation are encouraging consumers and businesses to opt for energy-efficient water heating solutions.

Technological Advances and Applications

Technological innovations from enhancing energy efficiency to providing greater convenience have revolutionized the water heating industry. Instant water heaters heat water on-demand, eliminating energy waste from constantly reheating stored water. Smart water heaters offer remote control, energy monitoring and learn user habits to optimize performance. Hybrid water heaters combine electric resistance heating with heat pump technology, extracting heat from the air for significant energy savings.

Further, hydrogen-powered water heaters are being explored as a potential clean energy solution. These advances not only reduce utility bills but also contribute to a smaller environmental footprint. Consequently, technological advances have transformed water heaters from basic appliances into energy-efficient, smart and environmentally friendly devices. These innovations not only enhance user comfort and convenience but also contribute to a more sustainable future. 

Report Scope

A water heater is a device that heats water for domestic and commercial uses. It operates by converting energy from a source such as electricity, gas or solar power into thermal energy, which heats the water. This heated water is then stored in a tank or heated on demand in instant heaters and made available for use. Water heaters find extensive applications in both residential and commercial settings. In homes, they provide hot water for bathing, cleaning dishes, laundry and other household chores. Additionally, they are essential for cooking, especially in areas where gas stoves are not prevalent. Commercial applications such as hospitals, hotels, restaurants and laundries rely on water heaters for various processes, including cleaning equipment, sterilizing tools, and heating materials.

This report gives an overview of the global market for water heaters and examines market trends. It includes 2023 as the base year and forecast data from 2024 to the end of 2029. The report analyzes the global market revenue ($ million) in terms of segments (product type, storage capacity, energy source and applications) and regions (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Rest of the World).

The report also examines key trends and challenges affecting the market and the companies operating within it. It analyzes environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) developments, patents and emerging technologies in the water heater market. It also surveys the competition among major players and provides profiles of the market’s leading companies.

The report includes:

  • 49 data tables and 44 additional tables
  • Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data from 2023, estimates for 2024, forecasts for 2025, and projected CAGRs through 2029
  • Estimates of the current market size and revenue prospects, along with a market share analysis by product type, storage capacity, energy type, application and region
  • Discussion of the market dynamics, technological advances, regulations, and the macroeconomic factors influencing the industry
  • A Porter’s Five Forces model, and global supply chain and PESTLE analyses
  • Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, ESG score analysis, and the ESG practices of leading companies
  • A review of recent patents
  • Analysis of the industry structure, including company market shares, strategic alliances, M&A activity and a venture funding outlook
  • Company profiles of major players within the industry, including A.O. Smith, Rheem Manufacturing Co., and Rinnai Corp.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Executive Summary
  • Market Outlook
  • Scope of Report
  • Market Summary
  • Technological Advances and Applications
  • Market Dynamics and Growth Factors
  • Future Trends and Developments
  • Segmental Analysis
  • Regional Insights and Emerging Markets
  • Conclusion
Chapter 2 Market Overview
  • Technology Overview
  • Current and Future Market Overview
  • Macroeconomic Factors
  • Economic Growth and Housing Market Impact on the Water Heater Industry
  • Impact on the Water Heater Industry of Government Regulations and Policies
  • Value Chain Analysis
    • Research & Development
    • Raw Material Suppliers
    • Manufacturers
    • Distributors
    • End Users
  • Regulatory Landscape
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • Bargaining Power of Buyers (Consumers)
    • Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Vendors)
    • Potential of New Entrants
    • Threat from Substitutes
    • Competition the Industry
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
  • Overview
  • Market Drivers
    • Growing Demand for Energy-Efficient Water Heaters
    • Rapid Urbanization and Migration of People Towards Cities
  • Market Restraints
    • Geographic Limitations for the Water Heater Market
    • High Upfront Costs on Energy-efficient Water Heaters
  • Market Opportunities
    • Government Mandates Pertaining to Energy Efficiency
    • Increasing Demand for Smart Water Heaters
Chapter 4 Emerging Technologies and Developments
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Tankless Water Heaters
  • Smart Water Heaters
  • Heat Pump Water Heaters
  • Hybrid Water Heaters
  • High-Efficiency Condensing Water Heaters
  • Patent Analysis
  • Regional Patterns
  • Key Findings
Chapter 5 Market Segmentation Analysis
  • Segmentation Breakdown
  • Water Heaters Market by Product Type
    • Instant Water Heaters
    • Storage Water Heaters
  • Water Heaters Market by Storage Capacity
    • < 30 Liters
    • 30-100 Liters
    • 100-250 Liters
    • 250-400 Liters
    • > 400 Liters
  • Water Heaters Market by Energy Source
    • Electric Water Heaters
    • Solar Water Heaters
    • Gas Water Heaters
  • Water Heaters Market by Applications
    • Residential Water Heaters
    • Commercial Water Heaters
  • Water Heaters Market by Region
    • North America
    • Europe
    • Asia-Pacific
    • Rest of the World
Chapter 6 Competitive Intelligence
  • Market Share Analysis
  • SWOT Analysis of Key Players
Chapter 7 Sustainability in the Water Heaters Industry: An ESG Perspective
  • Overview
  • Key ESG Issues in the Water Heater Industry
  • ESG Performance Analysis
  • Current Status of ESG in the Global Market
  • ESG Practices in the Water Heaters Market
  • ESG-Related Risks in Water Heater Industry
  • ESG-Related Opportunities in the Water Heater Industry
  • Concluding Remarks
Chapter 8 Appendix
  • Methodology
  • References
  • Abbreviations
Chapter 9 Company Profiles
  • A.O. Smith
  • Ariston Holding N.V.
  • Bradford White Corp.
  • Ferroli S.p.A.
  • Guangdong Macro Gas Co. Ltd.
  • Haier.com
  • Havells India Ltd.
  • Kyungdong Navien
  • Noritz Corp.
  • Rheem Manufacturing Co.
  • Rinnai Corp.
  • Robert Bosch GmbH
  • State Industries
  • Vaillant Group
List of Tables
Summary Table: Global Market for Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 1: R&D Investment, by Top Water Heater Manufacturers, 2023
Table 2: Regulations/Standards for Water Heaters Market, 2023
Table 3: Porter's Five Forces Analysis: Overview
Table 4: Published Patents on Water Heater, May 2023-May 2024
Table 5: Global Market for Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 6: Global Market for Instant Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 7: Global Market for Instant Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 8: Global Market for Storage Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 9: Global Market for Storage Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 10: Global Market for Storage Water Heaters, by Capacity, Through 2029
Table 11: Global Market for Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 12: Global Market for Electric Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 13: Global Market for Electric Water Heaters, by Storage Capacity, Through 2029
Table 14: Global Market for Solar Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 15: Global Market for Solar Water Heaters, by Storage Capacity, Through 2029
Table 16: Global Market for Gas Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 17: Global Market for Gas Water Heaters, by Storage Capacity, Through 2029
Table 18: Global Market for Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 19: Global Market for Residential Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 20: Global Market for Residential Water Heaters, by Storage Capacity, Through 2029
Table 21: Global Market for Commercial Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 22: Global Market for Commercial Water Heaters, by Storage Capacity, Through 2029
Table 23: Global Market for Water Heaters, by Region, Through 2029
Table 24: North American Market for Water Heaters, by Country, Through 2029
Table 25: North American Market for Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 26: North American Market for Water Heaters, by Capacity, Through 2029
Table 27: North American Market for Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 28: North American Market for Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 29: European Market for Water Heaters, by Country, Through 2029
Table 30: European Market for Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 31: European Market for Water Heaters, by Capacity, Through 2029
Table 32: European Market for Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 33: European Market for Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 34: Asia-Pacific Market for Water Heaters, by Country, Through 2029
Table 35: Asia-Pacific Market for Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 36: Asia-Pacific Market for Water Heaters, by Capacity, Through 2029
Table 37: Asia-Pacific Market for Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 38: Asia-Pacific Market for Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 39: RoW Market for Water Heaters, by Sub-region, Through 2029
Table 40: RoW Market for Water Heaters, by Product Type, Through 2029
Table 41: RoW Market for Water Heaters, by Capacity, Through 2029
Table 42: RoW Market for Water Heaters, by Energy Source, Through 2029
Table 43: RoW Market for Water Heaters, by Applications, Through 2029
Table 44: Ranking of Top 5 Key Players in Global Market for Water Heaters, 2023
Table 45: SWOT Analysis of Top Three Companies in the Water Heater Market
Table 46: Environmental Metrics for the Water Heaters Market
Table 47: Social Metrics for the Water Heaters Market
Table 48: Governance Metrics for the Water Heaters Market
Table 49: ESG Risk Ratings Metric, by Company, 2023
Table 50: Report Information Sources
Table 51: Glossary of Terms Used in the Report
Table 52: A.O. Smith: Company Snapshot
Table 53: A.O. Smith: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 54: A.O. Smith: Product Portfolio
Table 55: A.O. Smith: News/Key Developments, 2024
Table 56: Ariston Holding N.V.: Company Snapshot
Table 57: Ariston Holding N.V.: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 58: Ariston Holding N.V.: Product Portfolio
Table 59: Ariston Holding N.V.: News/Key Developments, 2022 and 2023
Table 60: Bradford White Corp.: Company Snapshot
Table 61: Bradford White Corp.: Product Portfolio
Table 62: Bradford White Corp.: News/Key Developments, 2024
Table 63: Ferroli S.p.A: Company Snapshot
Table 64: Ferroli S.p.A: Product Portfolio
Table 65: Guangdong Macro Gas Co. Ltd.: Company Snapshot
Table 66: Guangdong Macro Gas Co. Ltd.: Product Portfolio
Table 67: Haier.com: Company Snapshot
Table 68: Haier.com: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 69: Haier.com: Product Portfolio
Table 70: Havells India Ltd.: Company Snapshot
Table 71: Havells India Ltd.: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 72: Havells India Ltd.: Product Portfolio
Table 73: KyungDong Navien: Company Snapshot
Table 74: KyungDong Navien: Product Portfolio
Table 75: Noritz Corp.: Company Snapshot
Table 76: Noritz Corp.: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 77: Noritz Corp.: Product Portfolio
Table 78: Rheem Manufacturing Co.: Company Snapshot
Table 79: Rheem Manufacturing Co.: Product Portfolio
Table 80: Rheem Manufacturing Co.: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 81: Rinnai Corp.: Company Snapshot
Table 82: Rinnai Corp.: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 83: Rinnai Corp.: Product Portfolio
Table 84: Rinnai Corp.: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 85: Robert Bosch GmbH: Company Snapshot
Table 86: Robert Bosch GmbH: Financial Performance, FY 2022 and 2023
Table 87: Robert Bosch GmbH: Product Portfolio
Table 88: Robert Bosch GmbH: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 89: State Industries: Company Snapshot
Table 90: State Industries: Product Portfolio
Table 91: Vaillant Group: Company Snapshot
Table 92: Vaillant Group: Product Portfolio
Table 93: Vaillant Group: News/Key Developments, 2023

List of Figures
Summary Figure: Global Market Shares of Water Heaters, by Product Type, 2023
Figure 1: Water Heater Market: Value Chain Analysis
Figure 2: Water Heater Market: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Figure 3: Water Heater Market: Bargaining Power of Buyers
Figure 4: Water Heater Market: Bargaining Power of Suppliers
Figure 5: Water Heater Market: Potential of New Entrants
Figure 6: Water Heater Market: Threat from Substitutes
Figure 7: Water Heater Market: Competition in the Industry
Figure 8: Market Dynamics of Water Heaters
Figure 9: Published Patents and Patent Applications Related to Water heaters, by Region, May 2023-May 2024
Figure 10: Global Market Shares of Water Heaters, by Product Type, 2023
Figure 11: Global Market Shares of Storage Water Heaters, by Capacity, 2023
Figure 12: Global Market Shares of Water Heaters, by Energy Source, 2023
Figure 13: Global Market Shares of Water Heaters, by Applications, 2023
Figure 14: Global Market Shares of Water Heaters, by Region, 2023
Figure 15: A.O. Smith: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, FY 2023
Figure 16: Ariston Holding N.V.: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, FY 2023
Figure 17: Ariston Holding N.V.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, FY 2023
Figure 18: Haier.com: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, FY 2023
Figure 19: Haier.com: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, FY 2023
Figure 20: Havells India Ltd.: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, FY 2023
Figure 21: Havells India Ltd.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, FY 2023
Figure 22: Noritz Corp.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, FY 2023
Figure 23: Rinnai Corp.: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, FY 2023
Figure 24: Rinnai Corp.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, FY 2023
Figure 25: Robert Bosch GmbH: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, FY 2023
Figure 26: Robert Bosch GmbH: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, FY 2023

Companies Mentioned

  • A.O. Smith
  • Ariston Holding N.V.
  • Bradford White Corp.
  • Ferroli S.p.A.
  • Guangdong Macro Gas Co. Ltd.
  • Haier.com
  • Havells India Ltd.
  • Kyungdong Navien
  • Noritz Corp.
  • Rheem Manufacturing Co.
  • Rinnai Corp.
  • Robert Bosch GmbH
  • State Industries
  • Vaillant Group

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