Quick answer: the top-ranked gas water heater brands in China on this list are Fotile (Zhejiang), Haier (Shandong) and Midea (Guangdong). 6 Chinese brands are ranked by registration, contact and product data; 10 companies are listed in total. Updated 21 Oct 2026.
Ranked gas water heater brands
How this list is ranked- 01
Fotile
方太Fotile
- Gas water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
- Microwave ovens
Registered legal entity on file; email and phone published; operating since 1996.
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Haier
海尔Haier
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
Registered legal entity on file; email and phone published; operating since 1934.
View profile → - 03
Midea
美的Midea
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
Registered legal entity on file; email and phone published; operating since 2018.
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- 04
Vanward 万和Vanward
Registered as 广东万和新电气股份有限公司 in 2003.
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
- Tableware sterilizers
- Kitchen appliances
- Commercial water heaters
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; email and phone published; operating since 1993.
- 05
Vatti 华帝Vatti
Registered as 华帝股份有限公司 in 1992.
- Gas water heaters
- Tableware sterilizers
- Combination steam ovens
- Integrated cooktops
- Kitchen appliances
- Three-burner stoves
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; phone published; operating since 1992.
- 06
Wan Jia Le 万家乐
Registered as 广东万家乐燃气具有限公司 in 1985.
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
- Kitchen appliances
- Electric water heaters
- Central water heating systems
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; phone published; operating since 1985.
International gas water heater brands in China
Foreign-owned groups with Chinese manufacturing or sales companies. Listed separately so the ranking above covers Chinese manufacturers only.
- INT
A.O. A.O.史密斯
Registered as 艾欧史密斯(中国)投资有限公司 in 2005.
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Commercial drinking water dispensers
- Commercial water heaters
- Wall-mounted boilers
- Electric water heaters
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; phone published; operating since 1874.
- INT
NORITZ NORITZ能率
Registered as 能率(中国)投资有限公司 in 2005.
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
- Three-burner stoves
- Commercial water heaters
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; phone published; operating since 1951.
- INT
Rinnai Rinnai林内
Registered as 上海林内有限公司 in 1993.
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
- Commercial water heaters
- Wall-mounted boilers
- Space heaters
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; phone published; operating since 1920.
- INT
SAKURA 樱花SAKURA
Registered as 樱花卫厨(中国)股份有限公司 in 1994.
- Gas water heaters
- Water heaters
- Balanced-flue gas water heaters
- Three-burner stoves
- Electric water heaters
- Under-sink water heaters
Why it ranks here: registered legal entity on file; phone published; operating since 1978.
Comparison table
| # | Company | Province | Est. | Registered company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Fotile方太Fotile | Zhejiang | 1996 | 宁波方太厨具有限公司 |
| 02 | Haier海尔Haier | Shandong | 1934 | 海尔集团公司 |
| 03 | Midea美的Midea | Guangdong | 2018 | 美的集团股份有限公司 |
| 04 | Vanward万和Vanward | Guangdong | 1993 | 广东万和新电气股份有限公司 |
| 05 | Vatti华帝Vatti | Guangdong | 1992 | 华帝股份有限公司 |
| 06 | Wan Jia Le万家乐 | Guangdong | 1985 | 广东万家乐燃气具有限公司 |
Frequently asked questions
How many gas water heaters manufacturers and suppliers in China are listed here?
10 companies are listed for gas water heaters (燃气热水器). 6 Chinese manufacturers have full profiles and are ranked; 4 international brands with China operations are listed separately.
Where are China's gas water heaters manufacturers located?
Among profiled companies: Guangdong (4), Jiangsu (2), Shanghai (2), Zhejiang (1), Shandong (1).
How is this list ranked?
By the completeness and verifiability of each company's data: a registered legal entity, an official website, published contact details, a product range and company history. The rank is not a quality rating, and no company pays for its position. See How we rank for the full method.
How do I contact these manufacturers?
Each listing shows the company's official website and, where published, its email and phone number. Of the 10 companies listed, 10 have an official website and 4 publish an email address.