Eco R290 200L
Reclaim Energy
- 4.2
- COP
- 202 L
- Tank
- 9.2c
- Running Cost/kWh
- 37 dB(A)
- Noise
- R290
- Refrigerant
- —
- Installed from
Who is it a good fit for?
- Simple plug-in installation — 10A connection, no outdoor unit, straightforward retrofit for most homes.
- Solar PV homes wanting app control — Smart Life App PV scheduling makes it easy to time heating around solar generation.
- Smaller households (200L) — the 200L suits 1–3 people and takes up less space than larger AIO units.
- Medium households (300L) — the 300L (287L actual capacity) suits 3–5 people with a 54 L/hr recovery rate.
- Eco-conscious buyers on a budget — natural R290 refrigerant, Australian-made, at a lower price point than the CO₂ split range.
What owners say
“I had committed to making the switch when the old cylinder died, so I was prepared. I also wanted to not use a cylinder in my roof anymore so it cost extra for plumbing. The control panel has a blinking light and I have no idea why! It’s annoying. Other than that it’s awesome. Yes! Cheaper power bills, reliable plentiful hot water, total win.”
Review
The Reclaim Eco R290 is the brand’s all-in-one entry point — a plug-in integrated unit using natural R290 (propane) refrigerant, Australian-made, and part of their Energy Freedom range. The 200L model delivers a COP of 4.23 at 20°C; the 300L steps up to 4.63 — both solid performers in the integrated category. At 37 dB(A), it’s among the quietest AIO units available in NZ.
The Reclaim Smart Life App is a genuine differentiator: it offers Eco, Boost, and Holiday modes plus PV optimisation scheduling, giving solar households a convenient way to time heating around generation peaks. The 1200W backup element provides hot water assurance on cold, cloudy days. At 2 kW maximum input and a standard 10A plug-in connection, installation is simpler than most split systems.
The 6-year parts and labour warranty is below the CO₂ split range (10 years) but still competitive for an integrated unit. R290 has a GWP of 3 — not as low as CO₂ but still a natural refrigerant and far better than the synthetic alternatives.
Note: minimum and maximum operating temperatures are not published in the available brochure — verify with Consolidated Energy NZ before installation in extreme climate zones.
Specs
Eco R290 200LCost & efficiency
- Typical installed price
- —
- COP (rated)
- 4.2
- Test conditions
- Ambient 20°C / water 20°C to 60°C
- Test standard
- Not provided
- Eff. cost/kWh
- 9.2c
- Input power
- —
- Heating capacity
- —
- Household size
- 3–4 people
Hot water performance
- Tank size
- 202 L
- Max temperature
- 60 °C
- Hot water output
- 53L/hr at 20°C
- Recovery rate
- Not provided
- Max water pressure
- —
- Tank material
- —
- Tank insulation
- Not provided
- Backup element
- 1200W element
Installation & dimensions
- System type
- Integral (all-in-one)
- Indoor / outdoor
- Integral (all-in-one)
- Min clearance / space
- See installation manual
- Min space required
- See installation manual
- Dimensions (H×W×D mm)
- H: 1580 × D: 665mm (incl. cover)
- Unit weight (empty)
- 90 kg
Climate & environment
- Refrigerant
- R290 (GWP 3)
- Operating range
- —
- Noise
- 37 dB(A)
- Heating capacity
- —
Controls & features
- Display type
- Smart controller + Reclaim Smart Life App
- Control modes
- Eco Mode, Boost Mode, Holiday Mode, Timer, PV optimisation (Smart Life App)
- Smart / Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Solar PV ready
- Yes
Warranty & support
- Tank warranty
- 6 years parts & labour (heat pump)
- Parts & labour warranty
- 6 years
- Installer restriction
- Any licensed plumber
- Supplier / brand
- Reclaim Energy