As stated above, there are only about 3 or 4 factories in the whole US that make water heaters. I do electrical work for one of them occasionally. One day they'll be making Ruud, later it's Rheem, next trip out it'll be something else.
Tall or short depends on the space you have to put it in, as well as water and electrical connections.
With the more expensive ones, you're usually paying at least some for the name. The real value is in the insulation. This is usually reflected in the cost per year to operate. Insulation makes the most difference if the unit is located in a cold area. Like a garage. If it's inside of a house, there's not much difference between any of them.
Rob
Tall or short depends on the space you have to put it in, as well as water and electrical connections.
With the more expensive ones, you're usually paying at least some for the name. The real value is in the insulation. This is usually reflected in the cost per year to operate. Insulation makes the most difference if the unit is located in a cold area. Like a garage. If it's inside of a house, there's not much difference between any of them.
Rob
