QUESTION OF THE DAY: How hot do you like your shower? After watching this video, which one would you choose? Do you prefer taking an evening shower while camping or do you stick to roughing it?

@user-kj2sz2gl5g

7 ай бұрын

How about the HASTER portable immersion water heater compare with this shower system ,which do you prefer?

I watch a lot of review videos nowadays & I seldom hit the “like” button, but I did for this video... it was informative, coherent, told me almost everything I needed to know & gave good ideas on setups.. I salute you sir.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that, glad it helped!

my friend, really good review, you've answered all the questions anyone could ask! keep up the awesome work!

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

This is fantastic! Just what I needed. Especially water flow, how long it lasts, etc. All the metrics. Thank you so much.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@horsemom2005

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder I particularly liked that you had them for several years and could talk to how well they were holding up.

Great demo. Picking one of these up for our hunt camp. We had a different setup for years and it finally kicked the bucket last year. This is going to do the trick.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, a hot shower is very nice at the end of the day when roughing it.

@williamhamilton8438

7 ай бұрын

Update?

Great job on your review I bought the big one two or three years ago and tried it out in the house. Sold my big RVs just finished happy when I super Pacific X1 built it'll be going in the back

Really loved your video! Very informative- and you gave me a couple of good ideas for my use. Thanks!

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know.

I have the small one it works great.had a time figuring out what temperature to start with. If you warm water up first it seems to get way to hot I found cold water and the lowest setting gave the most consistent nice temperature. Got about 15 showers out of the gas.you don't need the sink faucet feature and it has to be on level ground. Could use a couple more pounds of pressure. Was glad to see your review on all three showing the pressure is about same because I was sure that was better on the bigger ones. Not so much so ill stick with the small one.so thanks👍👊

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, same here, I thought the big unit would add more pressure.

Beautiful 😻 & very informative review. Thank You 🙏 so much. Just what my family needs for our off grid life. 🍻 👊 🇺🇸

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!🙌

Thank you for creating this vid. Now I know which model one to buy.

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Israel, glad I could help!

Great tips for recirculating the water...Thank you

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

You bet!

Good information and I like the side by side review

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear👍

Thank you for the comparison.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

Great review, thank you. Definitely answered a lot of my questions on these units. We've been using a WaterPort and first heating the water but that's a pain. These look much nicer and quicker. Too bad the lower two don't have the on/off switch on the handle

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great to heat that. I think most people want that shutoff too. Maybe Mr Heater will make an upgrade for future units.

@geneoleary6809

2 жыл бұрын

@Mike Schommer take your hose with you so that your sure ot fits lol

@Themuskychannel

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I wonder how the pump acts on the one with the on off switch, if the pump has a flow switch sensor that turns pump off if it over pressures or if all that’s nonsense and you can simply ad a in line ball valve to the other hoses.

Thanks. Great Demo! 😎😎

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 ай бұрын

You bet!

super cool awesome videos!!!!

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man appreciate it!

Nice comparison, good job. I have the xb13, regarding the shut off, you can buy screw on ball valve shut offs that connect between the hose and shower head for just a couple of bucks at Lowes. A shower head switch like on the larger unit would be nice but this shut off works just fine. Side note, the shower heads That come with the units work best. I experimented with a few over-the-counter shower heads with and without built-in shut offs. They provided poor flow performance compared to the flow rate from the factory provided shower heads. I was going to comment about placing the shower head in the cold water and letting it run to warm your source water temperature in advance but you did a good job doing that. I have the smallest model (xb13) and yeah an internal battery would be nice but I heard good and bad. But quite frankly I just bring an extra set of D batteries if needed. They're readily available in a pinch whereas recharging the internal battery may not be as convenient when camping or hunting.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, I appreciate that. I'll have to recommend a ball valve the next time someone asks from my other Mr Heater video.

@p8ryot

2 жыл бұрын

The ball valve I'm speaking of is Chrome looking cheap plastic with a small T handle. I saw better looking design and quality on Amazon with a slide lever for about 5 or 6 bucks. I'll probably give those a try one day when my over-the-counter one breaks. Keep up with a good videos. Your test was impressive.

@p8ryot

2 жыл бұрын

KES Shut Off Valve Brass Shower Head Valve with Handle Lever G1/2 Water Flow Control Valve Regulator Chrome, K1140B-CH www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSWPYIG/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_DM6JEA6477M7MSEV3EZT Just a thought to share, have a great weekend.

Great review!!!

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Great review

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, glad it's helpful.

It would be interesting to see if they would work being connected to an on demand rv pressurized water system, just splice into cold water supply. This would eliminate the pump / bucket. I would buy the XCW20 as it has a rechargeable battery.

Awesome!

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Those things are huge!

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

😁

Thank you

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help. 👊

Great video

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

i've watched 4 video reivews of these types of showers, and not one mentions how many minutes of shower time the batteries provide from each charge? and how well the batteries do after temps dip at nighttime in something like a fall camping type of scenario. thanks.

Does the red shower head have different pressure options ?

If you use a power storage battery system like a "Jackery or Bluetti", How many Watts would it draw? Loved your video by the way. Presentation was excellent! I am planning to get a set up for our off grid cabin. Thank you for the demonstration.

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

My jackery keeps it constant on ac power. Barely uses any to get a nice shower. Then again I bought something diff as it has its issues.

Very very nice

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!👍

Can you please do a update video, of the batteries. What they look like/ how to change them out. 😁😎👍. Ty.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I've only changed the battery on the middle size one. It wasn't too difficult. I believe I had to order a battery from Amazon. The bigger shower has the original battery still going strong.

Good Video 👌

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

An outstanding presentation very instructional and very educational I tip my cowboy hat to you.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

Hello. do you know if there is a adapter to the propan tank for use here in europe/DK.

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure about that. It seems like there should be something on Amazon.

Thanks for the video. It was GREAT 👍 But you never said how long or how often you used it before the battery went out. Also how much is the battery to replace ? Thank you 😁

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I replaced the batter after a year on the middle size one. The biggest size one still has the same battery and going strong.

quick question, is there an issue if you want to conserve water and you put the shower head in the source water bucket while you soap and shampoo and stuff like that, is there an issue with that, I could see rinsing off quickly, putting the shower head in the bucket so the water effectively circulates, then grabbing the head to rinse off again.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

The temperature will slowly rise as you do that. If you recirculate the shower head water too long, it will get too hot. I think it will work fine if you soap and shampoo in a normal amount of time.

how many gallons will a single 1lb propane bottle heat? I have a family of 5 so it would get a lot of use. curious to know how much propane to bring. thx

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

If you check the Amazon link, I believe there's a chart that show the runtime on 1 propane bottle.

Can you attach a garden hose, and can you use large propane tanks for home outdoor project usage?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

These heaters are set up for 1lb tanks. I'm not sure if you can buy an adapter for the 20lb tanks. There isn't a setup where you can attach a garden hose.

Thanks for the review, but how were you powering the pump?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

2 of them are plugged in to AC and the other is off 6@ D batteries. The big one also runs off a car cigarette adapter plug.

You can heat up your source water by spraying it back into the bucket creating a "recirc loop"

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, after warming it up 1 time, the water comes out very hot.

Under 100 degrees is a tepid shower. I would use an immersion bucket heater powered by a vehicle inverter. In less than 10 minutes it should be up near 120 degrees, then use a camp shower pump and you're in business. I know this works because I've done it and the total cost would be around $100. Want more hot water? Just use a bigger bucket or a tub.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Yes under 100 isn't ideal but it can be cycled though a warm up cycle if you have a few extra minutes. Your heater sounds interesting.

@stevec3872

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Necessity is the mother of invention. In my 50 year old mobile home my 10 gallon water heater died--it's in a closet right at the end of the tub opposite the shower head. Rather than spending $400 on a new one (I'm retired & poor) I got a 17 gallon round tub & put it on top of the old water heater. Got the immersion heater and a camp shower, put a good 15 gallons in the tub, replace the shower head with the camp shower head, plugged in the immersion "bucket heater and gave it a try. It did take awhile to heat that much water, maybe an hour from cold and 5 gallons would be around 10 minutes. I use a laser thermometer to test the water temp and when it's 120-123 I unplug it and take a nice hot shower. Now 120 is just fine for taking a shower with the water falling from above, but it's too hot for you to put your feet into in a bucket. I used this to try out to see how it worked giving time to save for a new water heater but it worked so well that I've kept it for 9 months now. I could see how it would work in a base camp situation or even with a 5 gallon bucket because the equipment would all fit into the bucket. An inverter to the car would be needed to heat the water though.

Can you order the red faucet handle (with the shut off )and use it with the other two smaller unit ?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

That's a good question. I don't know the answer, but MrHeater has a customer support line, found on their website.

@bucket1249

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the big ones the only one that has the automatic start-stop. So when you turn the shower off the heater stops. when you turn the water back on it starts to heat again. It will automatically relight the burner.

Dang, do they still offer the xcw20? Two room shower tents are awesome; a wet area and a dry area.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the XCW20 is their most deluxe model. I like the idea of 2 room shower tents.

Question - When you first turned them on you got an Error code because the shower head was not turned on. What happens when you have a shower and want to turn the head off for a second or two ? The pump should stop automatically. Would you get an error code again ?

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Most of the time you can shut the shower head off for a minute and then when you start it up, I suggest you spray the water away from you for about 5-10 seconds in case it gets hotter than normal. The unit should refire and you can continue your shower. If it doesn't relight, you will have to reach out to the main unit and switch it off and back on again. This shower tent allows you to just unzip the very bottom so you still have privacy.

You could sun store the water in an igloo 6 gallon container and that should get it up 70s or 80s. I hit 93 degrees in all day sun. 70s and this would be perfect.

So, if I turn off my shower head to suds up and save water does the largest unit shut off? Thereby leaving me soapy and dry? Soapy and rinsing with cold?

@MarkThomasBuilder

9 күн бұрын

The largers unit I tested is the only one with the shower head that turns off. When I did this, is would sometimes re-light and give you hot water again, but other times it was cold water. Unfortunately it wasn't consistent, but that might depend how long it's off for.

Double thumbs up Can you drop the pump into a lake or river instead of a 5 gallon bucket? I'm going to get the 13 model because your review was so helpful. I think I'll put the hose into the bucket with a tricked of water incase I want to shower more than 8 minutes lol Thank you

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Gene glad this helped. I recall the instructions saying something along the lines of putting this in a bucket of clean water. I think you could use it in a lake, but the manufacturer probably doesn't want to chance people getting it clogged up by it going in mud and having return issues.

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilderalso it won’t be that warm. River water gonna be ice cold.

QUESTION: Does the pump also shut off after you switch it off from the shower head? I know the heater shuts off but I'm wondering if the pump itself stops as in cutting off the motor sound

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I don't recall hearing the pump run when the shower head is turned off. If you've ever been inside an RV, the pump only runs when a faucet is opened, signaling a drop in pressure. It's an on-demand style which I think is the same way this works.

@CH-eg5rd

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder thanks for the reply. I was curious to learn if the BOSS-XCW20 model would also stop the water pump motor after you've switch the water flow off from the shower head.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes I forget that the shower head is in the off position when using this for the first time in awhile. I need to put a small reminder label in the startup procedures.

approximately how long will the 1 lbs. propane last w typical shower water temperature ? Txs

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

Not long mine would eat up a 1lb in about 3-5 7m showers. Def propane hog but works ok

Now do a review on them verses Coleman h2Oasis & the Coleman h2oais elite

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a great idea!

The rechargeable battery, after long use, is it easy to change out? And how much would it cost for a new rechargeable battery?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I've only changed the battery on the medium size Mr Heater. I recall it being around $25 and it wasn't too difficult to change.

Do you have to use the pump or can I attach a hose to it? Do you have to use a shower head or can I attach a hose to the discharge line to utilize hot water for other reasons?

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Each unit requires that you use their pump and draw water from a bucket. The biggest unit has a hot water spout separate from the show for things like washing hands or sink water.

My xw-18 ran 1hr 28min non stop.

To save water, would you be able to replace the shower head with a water-atomizing shower head?

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

I would think so. In my opinion, this puts out a decent amount, but not too much.

Will the pump drop down in a 55 gallon drum bung hole

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I would think so.

What if you get the cheapest model and put rechargeable d batteries in it?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a good plan. I use rechargeable AA batteries all the time.

Can you connect these directly to a running water source, with a hose?

@MarkThomasBuilder

9 ай бұрын

No, they require the pump to control the water flow.

@erinhefferin859

9 ай бұрын

Thank you

It says it is for out door use only. Is there a reason why I can't use it in my home temporarily until I can have my mobile home repaired

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

It's probably a hazard to run it indoors for venting reasons and for the case of it getting a little hot. I ran mine inside before but put it next to an open window and put a cookie sheet underneath. My house water heater was out for a few days last year.

@alainb4913

2 жыл бұрын

You would need a carbon monoxide detector and good ventilation Propane danger

Nice review,can it function in Europe Thomas

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 ай бұрын

I would think it could function anywhere if you can get the 1lb propane cans. Someone told me this item was discontinued by Mr Heater, but I still see them available on Amazon.

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilderI think they’re removed on Amazon now.

Do they not make the bigger one anymore?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

The big one has been out of stock this spring. I'm not sure if it's just a supply shortage or something else.

So you don’t need pressurized water since The water comes out of the water heater?

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 ай бұрын

The water heater has a built in pump. It's decent, but not as powerful as a real shower.

@RebeccaTiffany1

4 ай бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder I’m trying to compare to joolca I think they need pressurized water or their pump with is expensive

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

It works fine my xb18. Not best but it does the job. It’s a shower not a home jacuzzi or shower in a motel 😂

Is this safe to use indoors during power outages?

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Its not rated for indoor use however, I've put mine in the bathroom on a big cookie sheet and opened the window for air exchange when my water heater went out.. It doesn't seem any more dangerous than the Mr Heater Buddy Heater.

I'm really confused on this market. I have a flood of ads for tons of brands of portable hand washers & showers. It seems there are a ton of players in a rather niche market..

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting, I haven't noticed that in my feed. Maybe this summer will be a big return to camping?

could you switch the shower heads out?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I recall testing this a year ago and I believe you can put the XCW20 shower with the shutoff on the other ones. I think it worked shutting and starting back up with warm water on the smaller one, but the middle one wouldn't put out heated water after shutting it off at the shower head. Hope that helps.

can you use this inside if needed?

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

It's not rated for indoor use. I tried it (at my own risk) inside with a vented window nearby when our water heater went out. I also put it on a big cookie sheet, just to be safe.

Holy crap! If that large one can't take 60° water and get it over 100° I wouldn't give you five dollars for that piece of junk!!! Thanks for making this video I will definitely not be getting one of these.

interesting....

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

They're a handy item to have for more than just camping, such as power outages.

@konamanstudio2447

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻🍻🍺🤙🏼

@bashirmursalissabotan1475

3 жыл бұрын

Due to your reviews, i decided to purchase BOSS-XCW20 Unfortunately, it was not available anywhere. I am in UK.

Do you recommend anything else??? The big shower is out of stock everywhere.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't tested other brands of shower heaters. You might see some helpful comments in this video for recommendations.

@blkrazorback1970

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder The have discontinued making portable showers. Whatever is felt will be it.

These seem quieter than jool co ??

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard that one, but this is pretty quiet I'd say.

👍🏻🍻🍺🤙🏼

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

🍻😀👍

This is silly. Been using a solar shower for thirty plus years, couldn't be happier and absolutely no issues 🤷‍♂

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

If there is no sun it works awesome. Try doing one of these in Alaska. Good luck with solar

I'm sorry but it seems the Joolca HotTap has soo much more to offer for around the same price.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

It looks like an interesting shower system. I'd like to test it out sometime.

can someone explain the point of camping with 50 different electronics & gadgets? I mean it destroys the entire point behind camping.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, it can get a little excessive. One of my favorite times camping was where we took a boat to an island for the weekend and it was totally rustic. One issue with camping in Michigan is the chance of getting swimmers itch from inland lakes. That's where this shower is a nice thing to have if you can get some well water to use and rinse off from the lake.

Warming up from a cold shower, may suggest a more ‘curvaceous’ demonstration.

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

I want to support homeless and showering. Have any ideas?

I'll bet $100 that if you return the shower water wasted to the ground back into the bucket you would have more hot water sooner. So better efficient usage and less fuel used less water used for a quick shower.

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, you can get a really hot shower if you preheat it first.

Just so everybody knows they do not sell these anymore and you cannot get parts

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for letting us know.

@jecrpalier

2 ай бұрын

And they work poorly. Yeah hot water when u pre heat the water sending it right back in the bucket. Not having cord that shuts off is ridiculous and u can’t buy just the hose. It’s really disappointing as well as it intermittently shuts off pilot. Sometimes doesn’t charge well. I have the xb18. Junk imo. Barely works. When it does it needs to be full heat to get hot water or it’s just so so lukewarm heat

am i the only one that put the propane connector so it puts straight up? lol easier to conenct

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Good point. The threads are tricky at screw it on at times.

Joolca no betta .

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

I'd to to try one and make a comparison video.

The big one is too expensive and too big. The 2 smaller units are a huge FAIL because you can't stop the water flow at the shower head. Really stupid design. No camper or overlander will buy it because water is premium.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

That's a good suggestion. I'll forward it to a contact person I know there.

@alainb4913

2 жыл бұрын

Boy you're patient :)

Didn't need to see bozo biden

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

You never know what ad will play before my videos.