LG’s Gorgeous Heat Pump Water Heater Will Look Great At Your Next Dinner Party - CleanTechnica

LG has introduced a visually striking heat pump water heater (HPWH) to the U.S. market, originally designed for the European market where water heaters are often visible in smaller homes. This unit combines high efficiency with an attractive, modern design, making it unique in a category not typically associated with aesthetics. The LG HPWH features a variable speed compressor, a first for unitary HPWHs in the U.S., which enhances energy efficiency (up to 3.93 UEF, about four times more efficient than standard electric water heaters), reduces noise levels to around 42-45 dBA (comparable to a quiet library), and allows faster hot water recovery—producing 76 gallons of hot water in the first hour, exceeding average daily household use. Additionally, it can operate effectively in temperatures as low as 23°F, which is beneficial for installations in colder environments like garages. LG integrates this HPWH with its ThinQ smart home app, enabling users to control multiple LG appliances