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Raypak AVIA 399K BTU Natural Gas Heater – Low NOx, Wi-Fi Enabled (018033 P-R404A-EN-C)

Raypak
Original price $4,196.00 - Original price $4,196.00
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Smarter, Easier Pool Heating with AVIA Smart Control: AVIA features built-in Wi-Fi and works seamlessly with the Raymote app, eliminating the nee...

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Original price $4,196.00 - Original price $4,196.00
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Raypak 118K BTU Digital Classic Heat Pump Heater Weather King (TWPH-6560EHT01)

Raypak
Original price $3,299.00 - Original price $3,299.00
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Built for All Climates – Coastal Tough, Inland ReadyExclusive: Free Nationwide Shipping The Raypak Weather King Heat Pump delivers reliable, energy...

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Hayward 140K BTU HeatPro Heat Pump W3HP21405T

Hayward
Original price $5,699.00 - Original price $5,699.00
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*Please Note: The Hayward W3HP21405T replaces the Hayward W3HP21404T. Hayward continues its position as the industry leader in innovation by introd...

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Original price $5,699.00 - Original price $5,699.00
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Gulfstream 137K BTU Heat/Cool Pump HE150TA

Gulfstream
Original price $5,095.00 - Original price $5,095.00
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The Gulfstream HE150TA pool heat/cool pump is designed for both heating in winter and cooling in summer, delivering optimal performance and efficie...

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Coates 6ILS ILS Series In-Line Spa Heater 5.5kW 240V

Coates
Original price $599.00 - Original price $599.00
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This Coates ILS In-Line 5.75kW electric spa heater is compact and efficient and features a stainless steel tank and replaceable titanium elements. ...

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Raypak 50-I Crosswind Heat/Cool Pump 50I 017740 - 45K BTU

Raypak
Original price $2,122.00 - Original price $2,122.00
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Raypak Crosswind Heat Pump Pool & Spa Heater 50I, 65I Compact, Quiet & EfficientThe Raypak Crosswind heat pump is designed for whisper-quie...

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Raypak 37K BTU 11kW 0011 E3T Electric Pool Spa Heater (ELS-R-0011-1-TiB) - NEW VERSION

Raypak
Original price $1,119.00 - Original price $1,119.00
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Raypak E3T Single Phase Electric Pool & Spa Heater 100-10000663The ultimate electric heating solution for pools and spas. Key Features: Quiet ...

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Original price $1,119.00 - Original price $1,119.00
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AquaCal TC1500 TropiCool Pool Water Chiller Cold Plunge - 4K gal (TC1500ACDSBPE)

AquaCal
Original price $5,124.00 - Original price $5,124.00
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AquaCal TC1500 TropiCool Pool Water Chiller – Cold Plunge TC1500ACDSBPE The TropiCool Water Chiller cools your pool to a refreshing temperature for...

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Raypak 199K BTU Digital Natural Gas Heater (P-R206A-EN-C 009216)

Raypak
Original price $2,899.00 - Original price $2,899.00
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Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater (206A-406A) Efficient, Durable, and Smart Heating The Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater delivers re...

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Raypak 266K BTU Digital Natural Gas Heater (P-R266A-EN-C 009217)

Raypak
Original price $3,099.00 - Original price $3,099.00
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Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater (206A-406A) Efficient, Durable, and Smart Heating The Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater delivers re...

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Raypak 92K BTU 27kW 0027 E3T Electric Pool Spa Heater (ELS-R-0027-1-TiB) - NEW VERSION

Raypak
Original price $2,549.00 - Original price $2,549.00
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Raypak E3T Single Phase Electric Pool & Spa Heater 100-10000666The ultimate electric heating solution for pools and spas. Key Features: Quiet ...

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Raypak 18K BTU 5kW 0005 E3T Electric Pool Spa Heater (ELS-R-0005-1-TiB) - NEW VERSION

Raypak
Original price $1,019.00 - Original price $1,019.00
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Raypak E3T Single Phase Electric Pool & Spa Heater 100-10000662The ultimate electric heating solution for pools and spas. Key Features: Quiet ...

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Hayward 400K BTU H-Series Natural Gas Heater Cupro Nickel W3H400FDN

Hayward
Original price $4,199.00 - Original price $4,199.00
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The Hayward Universal H-Series Pool and Spa Gas Heaters are known for their energy-efficient and reliable heating capabilities and are suitable for...

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Hayward 135K BTU H-Series Natural Gas Above Ground Heater W3H135FDN

Hayward
Original price $1,949.00 - Original price $1,949.00
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The Hayward H-Series W3H135FDN 135K BTU Natural Gas Heater for above-ground pools and spas delivers reliable technology, fast heating, and e...

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Gulfstream 145K BTU Heat Pump HE150RA

Gulfstream
Original price $4,495.00 - Original price $4,495.00
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Gulfstream has designed the HE150 RA heat pump to efficiently heat your pool while minimizing costs. Its patented refrigerant metering system ensur...

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Gulfstream 125K BTU Heat Pump HE125RA

Gulfstream
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Introducing the HE 125 RA heat pump by Gulfstream—a top-of-the-line, exceptionally quiet pool heating solution designed for maximum efficiency. Thi...

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Pentair 200K BTU MasterTemp Natural Gas Heater 460730

Pentair Pool

MASTERTEMP® High-Performance Heater The MasterTemp pool heater sets the industry standard in pool heating technology, with more units sold than any...

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Hayward 400K BTU H-Series Propane Heater Cupro Nickel W3H400FDP

Hayward
Original price $4,199.00 - Original price $4,199.00
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The Universal H-Series is an energy-efficient, high-performance, installation-adaptable commitment to the pool service professional. Stand...

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Raypak 65-I Crosswind Heat/Cool Pump 65I 017741 - 61K BTU

Raypak
Original price $3,184.00 - Original price $3,184.00
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Raypak Crosswind Heat Pump Pool & Spa Heater 50I, 65I Compact, Quiet & EfficientThe Raypak Crosswind heat pump is designed for whisper-quie...

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Original price $3,184.00 - Original price $3,184.00
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Gulfstream 110K BTU Heat Pump HE110RA

Gulfstream
Original price $3,895.00 - Original price $3,895.00
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Achieve optimal heat efficiency at a minimal cost with the Gulfstream HE 110 RA pool heat pumps. Engineered for durability, they feature a 100% Tit...

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Pentair UltraTemp® Pool Heat Pump Black

Pentair Pool

UltraTemp® High-Performance Pool Heat Pump An energy-efficient, cost-effective solution for heating pools and spas. First heat pump using R410A re...

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Pentair MasterTemp 125 Natural Gas Heater – 125K BTU (EC-462024 461059)

Pentair Pool
Original price $1,929.00 - Original price $1,929.00
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The MasterTemp 125 Heater provides energy-saving and advanced operating features available only from much larger heaters. With its revolutionary pr...

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Raypak 009837 Outdoor Stack 406 9" Kit

Raypak
Original price $289.99 - Original price $289.99
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This Outdoor Stack Kit is an authentic Raypak kit. It is easy to use and the products within this kit are highly durable. It is specifically design...

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Pentair 250K BTU MasterTemp Heavy Duty Natural Gas Heater Cupronickel 460806 250HD

Pentair Pool

MASTERTEMP® HD Heavy Duty Heater: The MasterTemp HD is Pentair’s solution for those seeking maximum durability in various conditions and applicatio...

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Pentair 300K BTU MasterTemp Natural Gas Heater 460734

Pentair Pool

MASTERTEMP® High-Performance Heater The MasterTemp pool heater sets the industry standard in pool heating technology, with more units sold than any...

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Pentair Sta-Rite 400K BTU Max-E-Therm HD Natural Gas Heater SR400HD

Pentair Pool

For indoor or outdoor installations on pools and spas. Features include an LCD temperature readout with dual thermostat controls, temperature safet...

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Coates ST Series Electric Spa Heater 8KW, 208V, Single Phase, 12008ST

Coates
Original price $819.00 - Original price $819.00
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Coates ST Series Electric Spa Heater 8KW, 208V, Single Phase (Model 12008ST) The Coates ST Series Electric Spa Heater is designed for seamless inte...

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Raypak AVIA HD 264K BTU Natural Gas Heater – NiTek, Low NOx, Wi-Fi Enabled (P-R264A-EN-N, 018044)

Raypak
Original price $3,802.00 - Original price $3,802.00
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Smarter, Easier Pool Heating The AVIA HD pool heater features built-in Wi-Fi and the Raymote app for seamless control—no extra panels needed. Unmat...

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Original price $3,802.00 - Original price $3,802.00
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Raypak 138K BTU Crosswind V 8550 Heat Pump Heater with Wi-Fi (TWPH-8550EHT08)

Raypak
Original price $4,844.00 - Original price $4,844.00
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Raypak Crosswind V Heat Pump Pool HeaterPowerful & Compact Heating Solution The Crosswind V (Vertical Discharge) combines sleek, modern design ...

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Raypak 61K BTU 18kW 0018 E3T Electric Pool Spa Heater (ELS-R-0018-1-TiB) - NEW VERSION

Raypak
Original price $2,079.00 - Original price $2,079.00
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Raypak E3T Single Phase Electric Pool & Spa Heater 100-10000665The ultimate electric heating solution for pools and spas. Key Features: Quiet ...

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Original price $2,079.00 - Original price $2,079.00
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Raypak 105K BTU 106A Above Ground Heater (014779, 014781)

Raypak
Original price $1,999.00 - Original price $1,999.00
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Strong as Steel & Dependable The Raypak 106A is the ideal choice for above-ground pools and spas. While it may be Raypak's smallest heater, it ...

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Original price $1,999.00 - Original price $1,999.00
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Raypak Digital 206A-407A Indoor Draft Hoods and Stacks 6-9"

Raypak
Original price $219.99 - Original price $219.99
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Brilliantly Made with You in Mind The sleek and stylish Raypak Digital Gas Pool and Spa Heater features innovative technology to keep your pool or ...

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Hayward 50K BTU Above Ground HeatPro Heat/Cool Pump W3HP50HA2

Hayward
Original price $2,499.00 - Original price $2,499.00
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The Hayward HeatPro W3HP50HA2 50K BTU/ hr. heat/cool heat pump provides economical temperature control for smaller pools that operate quietly and h...

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Hayward 100K BTU HeatPro Heat/Cool Pump Round Platform W3HP31005T

Hayward
Original price $4,699.00 - Original price $4,699.00
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Hayward HeatPro Round Heat-Cool Pump, 100K BTU is a high-performance heat pump that quietly and efficiently maintains the ideal water temperature o...

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Hayward 250K BTU H-Series Natural Gas Heater Cupro Nickel W3H250FDN

Hayward
Original price $3,299.00 - Original price $3,299.00
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The Universal H-Series is an energy-efficient, high-performance, installation-adaptable commitment to the pool service professional. Standard cupr...

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Raypak 399K BTU Digital Natural Gas Heater 406A (P-R406A-EN-C 009219)

Raypak
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Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater (206A-406A) Efficient, Durable, and Smart Heating The Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater delivers r...

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Glacier Pool Coolers GPC-210 Cooler Chiller 30K gal 110/115V

Glacier Pool Coolers
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The perfect solution for hot swimming pools. Glacier Pool Coolers is an affordable solution for hot swimming pools. Our line of pool chillers is hi...

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Gulfstream 122K BTU Heat/Cool Pump HE125TA

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Original price $4,695.00 - Original price $4,695.00
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Gulfstream manufactures the HE 125 TA pool heat pump with top-quality components to guarantee efficiency. This model boasts 122,000-125,000 BTUs an...

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Pentair MasterTemp 400 Propane Heater – 400K BTU (EC-462029)

Pentair Pool
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The MasterTemp Heater provides energy-saving and advanced operating features available only from much larger heaters. With its revolutionary pre-mi...

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Pentair MasterTemp 400 Natural Gas Heater – 400K BTU (EC-462028)

Pentair Pool
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The MasterTemp 400 Heater provides energy-saving and advanced operating features that are available only from much larger heaters. With its revolut...

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Pentair MasterTemp 250 Propane Heater – 250K BTU (EC-462027)

Pentair Pool
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The MasterTemp Heater provides energy-saving and advanced operating features that were only available from much larger heaters. With its revolution...

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Pentair MasterTemp 250 Natural Gas Heater – 250K BTU (EC-462026)

Pentair Pool
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The MasterTemp Heater provides energy-saving and advanced operating features that are available only from much larger heaters. With its revolutiona...

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Pentair Sta-Rite 333K BTU Max-E-Therm Propane Gas Heater SR333LP

Pentair Pool

YOUR POOL HEATER JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT SMARTER. For indoor or outdoor installations on pools and spas. Features include an LCD temperature readout w...

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Pentair 127K BTU UltraTemp 120 H/C Heat/Cool Pump 460935

Pentair Pool

Pentair 460935 UltraTemp 120 H/C Heat/Cool Pump Almond 127K BTUAn energy-efficient, cost-effective solution for heating pools and spas. First heat...

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Raypak AVIA HD 399K BTU Propane Pool Heater – NiTek, Low NOx, Wi-Fi Enabled (P-R404A-EP-N, 018051)

Raypak
Original price $4,498.00 - Original price $4,498.00
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Smarter, Easier Pool Heating The AVIA HD pool heater features built-in Wi-Fi and the Raymote app for seamless control—no extra panels needed. Unmat...

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Raypak AVIA HD 399K BTU Natural Gas Heater – NiTek, Low NOx, Wi-Fi Enabled (P-R404A-EN-N, 018045)

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Original price $4,498.00 - Original price $4,498.00
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Smarter, Easier Pool Heating The AVIA HD pool heater features built-in Wi-Fi and the Raymote app for seamless control—no extra panels needed. Unmat...

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Raypak AVIA HD 264K BTU Propane Heater – NiTek, Low NOx, Wi-Fi Enabled (P-R264A-EP-N, 018050)

Raypak
Original price $3,802.00 - Original price $3,802.00
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Smarter, Easier Pool Heating The AVIA HD pool heater features built-in Wi-Fi and the Raymote app for seamless control—no extra panels needed. Unmat...

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Raypak 399K BTU Digital Propane Heater Cupronickel (P-R406A-EP-X 014953)

Raypak
Original price $4,283.00 - Original price $4,283.00
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Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater (206A-406A) Efficient, Durable, and Smart Heating The Raypak Digital Gas Pool & Spa Heater delivers re...

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Top-Rated Gas & Electric Pool Heaters and Energy-Efficient Heat Pumps

The perfect pool is neither too hot nor too cold. A comfortable and enjoyable 77-85 degrees provides the optimal experience. However, depending on where you live and your climate, keeping a continuous temperature throughout the summer or even all year requires heating your pool.

A pool heater or a pool heat pump are the most common heating solutions that allow you to extend your swimming season. Both enable energy-efficient heating for every budget, and there are various factors to consider when determining the best heating solution for your pool.

Are pool heaters gas or electric?

Pool heaters can be either gas or electric, depending on the model and type of swimming pool.

Gas heaters use natural gas or propane, while electric heaters use standard electricity. Gas heaters are typically more expensive to install but may provide cost savings in the long run as they are generally more efficient than electric models. Additionally, gas heaters have the advantage of being able to provide a faster heating time and higher temperatures than an electric heater can manage. 

Electric pool heaters, however, tend to be less expensive upfront and require less maintenance over time. They also offer more precise temperature control and are quieter than their gas counterparts. They could be more costly to run long term depending on your local cost of electricity.