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Smart 50 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater
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BrandGE
Model #GE50S12BLM
Width24 in.
Height53 in.
Depth24 in.

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  • Good for phone control — Wi-Fi connectivity is listed on this water heater, for control and alerts from a phone app.

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Smart 50 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater

Model: GE50S12BLM

4.9 (17 reviews)
$819.00

Estimated to ship by Fri, Nov 13.

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At a glance

GE GE50S12BLM is an electric water heater in Gray, 24 inches wide. It has Wi-Fi connectivity. It suits phone control. It is listed as a 50 gallon water heater.

Specifications

Dimensions

Overall Width24 in
Overall Height53 in
Product Height (to Top Of Unit)51.5 in
Overall Depth24 in
Product Height (to Top Of Water Inlet/outlet Connections)53 in
Net Weight150 lb
Product Diameter24 in
Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (mnpt)3/4"
Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (mnpt)3/4"
Width24 in.
Height53 in.
Length24 in.
Weight150 lbs.

Features

Control TypeElectronic with Digital Display
Height DescriptionShort
Fuel TypeElectric
ConfigurationShort
Operating ModesNormal
Drain Valve TypeBrass
Sensing AnodeYes
Product TypeElectric Electronic
WiFi ConnectBuilt-In
Family Size3-5 People
Water Connection LocationTop
Overheat ProtectionYes
Vacation SettingYes
Diagnostic FeedbackYes
Temperature SettingFactory Default 120° F
Connected CapabilitiesAmazon Alexa

Power & Ratings

Integrated Energy Factor0.93
Heating - Electric - Heater Watts5500/5500
Electrical ConnectionDirect-Wire
Operating Water Pressure20-125 PSI
Volts/hertz240V; 60Hz
First Hour Rate (fhr)75 Gallons
Voltage (max)240 V
Electrical Circuit RequiredDedicated 30 Amp Min.
Energy Consumption (kwh/year)5334

Capacity

Unit Capacity50 Gallons

Appearance

Color AppearanceGray

Warranty

Parts (tank)12 Year
Labor (entire Appliance)1 Year

Product Features

Real Capacity

Real Capacity

Get the most hot showers from the only water heater that holds a true 50 gallons of water (Compared to 50 gallon electric steel tank water heaters per DOE rated gallon capacity)

Built-in WiFi

Built-in WiFi

Easily adjust temperatures, set vacation mode schedules and receive notifications with Built-in WiFi powered by SmartHQ

Leading Performance

Leading Performance

Live comfortably with this best in class unit that delivers 75 gallons of hot water in the first hour (Measured through DOE First Hour Rating)

Quick Recovery

Quick Recovery

Two 5500W heating elements quickly increase water temperature for hot water when you need it

Household Size

Household Size

Provide hot water for the whole family of 3 to 5 persons

Anode Sensing

Anode Sensing

Notifies you when your anode rod needs replacing to help extend the life of your tank

Stainless Steel Heating Elements

Stainless Steel Heating Elements

Ultra-durable stainless-steel heating elements resist rust and corrosion

Inlet Tube

Inlet Tube

Replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot water delivery

Brass Drain Valve

Brass Drain Valve

Rust-proof construction can be counted on to provide long-lasting service

Easy Set Up

Easy Set Up

Replace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard water and electrical connections

Digital Display

Digital Display

Make easy, accurate adjustments at the touch of a button

Product Documents

Customer Reviews

4.9 (17)

Manufacturer reviews · owners of this model, published on the manufacturer’s site

  • Awesome product, I honestly recommend it for the quality of it.

    Parthenon03/28/2026 04:52 PM

  • Very sleek and not the traditional look of a water heater. Like the LED panel and will be so easy to monitor and maintain.

    pmissabe03/07/2025 06:57 PM

  • I have only had this water heater a few weeks but so far it is working great and we are pleased with our purchase. If it stays this way then I would have to say great job GE!

    Bubbafonz11/10/2024 10:48 PM

  • Love the ease of installation and the quality of the product.The smart feature is definitely a plus!

    Bat2410/21/2024 03:35 PM

  • I love the endless hot water and the recovery rate !

    Scott10138304/03/2024 02:49 PM

  • works great install easy manual good purchase smooth

    tom 4ever03/19/2024 10:22 PM

  • Love having the ability to set the thermostat so easily!!!!!

    Nancynurse404902/28/2024 08:57 PM

  • Read up on water heaters , and liked the features .

    STECARSANDW09/10/2022 06:26 PM

  • Love the Wi-Fi app to program the time, day , and temperature. Highly recommend this Hot Water Tank .

    TheBVG08/15/2022 01:14 AM

  • East to install and well designed with easy to use digital read-out.

    Offshoremichael4506/05/2022 07:27 PM

  • The product arrived promptly. The hot water heater was easy to install and the Wi-Fi was easy to connect and set up.

    Water hot02/07/2022 09:28 PM

  • We were looking for a water heater to replace the one that barely was able to heat through one shower. To date we have been able to have multiple showers at one time, as well as wash dishes or run the washing machine while taking a shower & we still have enough hot water to go around!! This is a win win for us!

    ALB8104/16/2021 03:26 PM

  • Built to last the quality eAsy to use good features.Affordable price!

    Charlie sunshine02/12/2021 08:10 PM

  • This water heater is great. Easy to self install and it does it's job well. The only issue I had was getting the SmartHQ app connected to the water heater. The installatiin instructions don't indicate how to turn on the water heater wireless, but I downloaded the service instructions from ths GE website and those tell you how to turn on the wireless. After that the app leads you through the connection process. It all works great!

    GJO2101/27/2021 08:40 PM

  • The quality of this item was obvious at the unboxing. Then... The easy installation and activation.

    Anonymous01/24/2021 06:25 AM

  • This GE Smart 50 gal water heater is a very install for a do it yourself. I still need to connect to wifi though and will do it this week. It's suppose to give you a warning/notice if the anode needs to be replaced. It's able to heat up our water within an hour and seems to be running well so far. The water heater itself is a quality made product. It's solid, heavy and doesn't look cheap at all.

    Orlando_Guy10/25/2020 06:07 PM

  • Fairly easy to install. Came with one slight ding on the back, that does not affect operation. App is probably worthless.

    larnot05/28/2022 07:03 PM

Common questions

Is the GE GE50S12BLM in stock?
The GE Smart 50 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater is available to order — estimated to ship by Fri, Nov 13.
Is the GE GE50S12BLM good for phone control?
Yes — Wi-Fi connectivity is listed on this water heater, for control and alerts from a phone app.
Does the GE GE50S12BLM qualify for free shipping?
Yes in the NJ/NY metro area on orders over $499. Regional delivery is free over $899, and nationwide delivery is free over $1,999.
What warranty comes with the GE GE50S12BLM?
The GE Smart 50 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater is listed with 1 year of labor coverage from the manufacturer, per this model's published specifications.

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