Quick answer
If you need a complete hot water solution for washing dogs or cleaning kennels, choose the EZ Tankless Water Heater. If you already have a propane heater and just need to replace the gas connection part, the LP Regulator is the right choice.
What each component does
The LP Regulator and the EZ Tankless Water Heater serve very different roles in a propane system. The regulator is a small gas control part that attaches to a propane tank to manage fuel flow. The EZ Tankless is a complete water heater that uses LP gas to heat water on demand.
Confusing the two is easy because both are sold in the Water Heaters category, but they are not interchangeable. One is a component; the other is the appliance itself.
Why you might already have one
If you already own a propane water heater for your kennel, the LP Regulator may be the only part you need to replace if the original gas connection fails. It costs USD 12.32 and solves a specific problem without buying a whole new heater.
On the other hand, if you are setting up hot water for the first time in a barn or outdoor kennel area, the EZ Tankless Water Heater (USD 245.03) gives you a complete system that is portable and requires no electricity.
Trade-offs between the LP Regulator and EZ Tankless Water Heater
- Complete hot water vs gas connection part: The EZ Tankless Water Heater produces hot water on demand using LP gas. The LP Regulator only controls gas flow and does not heat water by itself.
- Cost difference: The EZ Tankless costs USD 245.03; the LP Regulator costs USD 12.32. If you need a full heater, the regulator alone will not solve your problem. If you just need a replacement gas fitting, buying the heater is unnecessary expense. Match the purchase to the actual missing piece: a complete system or a single part.
- Portability and installation: The EZ Tankless is easily portable and needs no electric hookup, making it ideal for temporary or remote kennel setups. The LP Regulator is a small component that installs onto an existing propane system. If you move your setup between locations, the tankless heater gives you flexibility; the regulator is a fixed part of a stationary system.
Product facts at a glance
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EZ Tankless Water Heater: 84,000 BTU LP gas tankless heater, 4.1 GPM at 35°F rise, no electric needed, portable. You can place it wherever you need hot water for kennel cleaning or animal bathing without running electrical wiring.
EZ Tankless Water Heater
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LP Regulator: LP gas regulator, compatible with propane tank systems, sold separately as a replacement part. If your existing propane heater's regulator fails, this inexpensive part restores function without replacing the entire unit.
LP Regulator
Which one should you choose?
Best for
- Kennel owners who need on-demand hot water for washing dogs or cleaning runs in a location without electricity
- Anyone setting up a portable hot water system for barns, hunting camps, or outdoor kennels
Not for
- Someone who only needs to replace a gas regulator on an existing propane heater (choose the LP Regulator instead)
- Applications requiring a permanent, high-volume hot water supply for multiple simultaneous uses
