IoT Geysers? Racold or Havells

[Nalin]

Anyone using these? are they beneficial in terms of scheduling advance timings.

I am hearing mixed opinions on these and also considering smart plug for scheduled timing feature.

Considering these 2 options for now :-

• Racold Omnis DG
• Havells Adonia i

Which of these are better in terms of service and and overall company.

 

[ze_cook]

Anyone using these? are they beneficial in terms of scheduling advance timings.

I am hearing mixed opinions on these and also considering smart plug for scheduled timing feature.

Considering these 2 options for now :-

• Racold Omnis DG
• Havells Adonia i

Which of these are better in terms of service and and overall company.

I use a dumb geyser with a polycab 16A smart plug. Keeps the internet connected part separate from the actual geyser, if the plug breaks I can just replace it instead of having to repair the entire geyser unit/throwing it away. Scheduled Alexa to turn it on at 8 on weekdays and turn off at 10 (can also be scheduled from the tuya smart app).

 

[sato1986]

I use a dumb geyser with a polycab 16A smart plug. Keeps the internet connected part separate from the actual geyser, if the plug breaks I can just replace it instead of having to repair the entire geyser unit/throwing it away. Scheduled Alexa to turn it on at 8 on weekdays and turn off at 10 (can also be scheduled from the tuya smart app).

I totally agree on this.
The only thing you will miss is seeing the temperature on the geyser. Which doesn't really matter as most people mix hot n cold water anyways.
Overall having experience of alot of customer feedback in 20+yrs, i shall strongly recommend AO Smith Xpress 25litre with 3kw heating element. It heats fast and water stays warm.
This is recommended upto a shower head of 4 inches.
Incase you plan to use 6inch or more shower head then go for 35litre geysers from AO Smith.
Their PUF insulation and blue diamond glass lining across all models (6L-100L) is much superior than racold or havells.
And i can guide you on right pricing in your area as well.
Ps: Buying offline is better if you get an authorised dealer and good deal.
I can't share our dealer pricing here openly, but attaching an important spec sheet for you to understand.
Note the 3000w are fast heating. And priced lower than 2000w wifi models. Even warranties are stronger on Xpress models.

Recommended:
Premium model: Ao smith xpress 25L 3kw
Basic model: Ao smith Elegance prime 25L 2kw

 

[Nalin]

Mine has a 6 inch shower head and I always take hot water shower bath. In peak Delhi winter, I feel 25L is a must if one wants a proper shower but that’s not more than 2-3 months. Rest of the time even 15L will suffice.

Just want to update here that I bought Havells Adonia i for 13.5k on Amazon. It will get delivered tomorrow and I will report here about my experience with it.