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Ariston Velis Evo 80 vs Gledhill Stainless Lite Plus 250
The Ariston Velis Evo 80 is a electric storage water heater, 80 litres. The Gledhill Stainless Lite Plus 250 is a indirect unvented hot water cylinder, 250 litres.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ariston Velis Evo 80 | Gledhill Stainless Lite Plus 250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 80 litres | 250 litres |
| Power | 1.5kW dual heating element (max 1.5kW draw at any time) | - |
| Heat-up time | shower ready in 50 minutes | - |
| Depth | 270 mm (slim twin-tank design) | - |
| Energy rating | B | - |
| Installation | requires the supplied unvented kit | - |
| Dimensions | - | 1744 mm high x 550 mm diameter |
| Weight | - | 38.3 kg empty |
| Relief valve setting | - | 6 bar and 95C |
| ErP rating | - | C |
| Warranty | - | 25 years on the cylinder body |
Sources: Ariston Velis Evo 80, Gledhill Stainless Lite Plus 250. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Velis Evo 80 if...
An 80 litre slimline electric storage water heater at only 270mm deep, suited to a flat, annexe or holiday let with no boiler-fed hot water. Its twin-tank design is quoted as giving more usable hot water than a standard single-tank heater of the same size.
Full Velis Evo 80 specifications →Buy or hire the Stainless Lite Plus 250 if...
A 250 litre indirect cylinder for a larger household with higher hot water demand, part of Gledhill's Stainless Lite Plus range. It carries the same 25 year cylinder guarantee as the smaller sizes and comes with an additional off-peak immersion option.
Full Stainless Lite Plus 250 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ariston Velis Evo 80 and the Gledhill Stainless Lite Plus 250?
The Ariston Velis Evo 80 is a electric storage water heater, 80 litres; the Gledhill Stainless Lite Plus 250 is a indirect unvented hot water cylinder, 250 litres.
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