Search  for anything...

Farm Innovators Submersible Aluminum Bucket Heater, 1000 Watts, 5 Gallon

Based on 584 reviews
Condition: New
Checking for the best price...
$47.99
Save $21.99 was $69.98

Buy Now, Pay Later


As low as $8.00 / mo
  • – 6-month term
  • – No impact on credit to apply
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout.

Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Zip, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Selected Option

Free shipping on this product
This item's return window has been extended for the holiday season: FREE refund/replacement until Jan 31, 2027

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.


Availability: In Stock.
Fulfilled by Amazon

Arrives Thursday, Nov 5
Order within 12 hours and 25 minutes

Available payment plans shown during checkout

Protect Your Purchase

Easy claims online, fast replacements, no fees

Checking for protection plans...

At a glance

Condition
New
Size
Single
Model
W-409
Dimensions
7.5 x 7.5 x 4.25 in
Weight
2.4 lb

Features 4

  • Submergible Water Heater: Cast aluminum metal heater can be submerged in an outdoor bucket and is designed to heat up to 5 gallons of water, keeping water from freezing in colder months
  • Temperature Controlled: 1000-watt warmer is thermostatically controlled and operates only when needed, saving you time and electricity; Regulates water temperature between 100 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Thoughtful Design: Low profile design rests easily at the bottom of any bucket or container without being disturbed by animals; 6-foot power cord allows range of movement and easy plug-in use
  • Durable Design: Constructed from heavy-duty cast aluminum for durability and reliability through the winter months or cold temperatures throughout the year

Description

Designed to de-ice and heat 5 gallons of water up to approximately 110 degrees. Thermostatically controlled to regulate the water temperature between 100 and 110 degrees. The low profile design rests easily in the bottom of any bucket or container. Constructed of cast aluminum for durability and reliability. 6-foot cord. UL approved, made in USA.

Specs 4

Product Dimensions 7.5 x 7.5 x 4.25 inches
Item Weight 2.4 pounds
Manufacturer Farm Innovators Pet Products
Item model number W-409

Frequently asked questions

If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Thursday, Nov 5

Yes, absolutely! You may return this product for a full refund within 30 days of receiving it.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.

  • Klarna Financing
  • Affirm Pay in 4
  • Affirm Financing
  • Afterpay Financing
  • Zip Pay in 4
  • Financing through Apple Pay
  • Financing through Google Pay
Leasing options through Acima may also be available during checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Top Amazon Reviews


Keeps 100 gallon trough toasty!
Size: Single
100 gallon horse trough toasty in 16°F! Have been using these for years with an outlet timer set to go on when temps hit freezing. Horses drink water to stay warm so are well hydrated, and happy drinkers mean less chance of colic. I often catch them standing around the trough feeling the steam rise up. They do add some $ to the power bill but well worth it. These last and last, my oldest one is 6 years old and works perfectly - even stood up to a few mouthy horses pulling them out of the trough by the cord (you can always add some PVC or old garden hose, or keep under a heavy plant pot if you have ones that like to pull it out) A bit pricier than some others, but they are the best and most durable heaters I've tried. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2026 by RH Farm Horse Rescue

Keeps water warm in freezing weather
Size: 2 Pack
Works great! I was very pleased to have this when using a heated bucket didn't do anything to keep the water warm. We had a severely cold winter, and it kept my horse's water warm encouraging to drink.
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2026 by Megan B

Heater for chicken waterer (5gallon bucket)
Size: Single
Bought for our waterer for our chickens for the winter and it was exactly what we were looking for! This fits great in our 5 gallon water bucket. This was perfect in keeping the water from freezing in the winter. I would highly recommend and would definitely buy it again!
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2026 by Cassie Knollman

This heater has lasted 4 years!
Size: Single
I've had this heater for 4 years now and it's still working great! Last week we upgraded our chickens watering system from a 5 gal bucket to a 12 gallon. When I removed the heater I expected it to look rusted or old due to its age and the fact that it has been run 24/7 for 4 winters. It showed no signs of age and is rust resistant! I was pleasantly surprised that it does a great job heating the 12 gallons! The best part about it is you just place it in the tank and plug it in! So easy! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2026 by Jane Brousseau

Kept water too warm
Size: Single
This is advertised for a 5 gallon bucket. I had this in a 30 gallon and 20 gallon waterer for our chickens. The water never froze but was like bath water. Way to warm. The electric cost was pretty high also. We swapped to a lower wattage smaller heaters for our waterers.
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2026 by Amazon Customer

Excellent Product!
Size: Single
This is an excellent product! When our water supply system was having problems, I used this to heat up a bucket of water for bathing. It's great for an emergency and good to have on hand. You could also use a submersible shower head pump in the bucket once the water is heated. Just don't use them together at the same time. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2026 by Michelle

Works well, good design.
Size: Single
Works well for our purpose. These are designed to heat only a 5 gallon bucket, but we needed something to pre-heat a 55 gallon drum of water for use when making up a chemical that must be dissolved in relatively warm water. The heater gets the barrel of cold water heated well within a day, and that works for us. Note that we only use this to heat clean water! We then pump that warmed water into a different container where we mix the chemical in question. The unit appears to dissipate the stated 1000 Watts, based on the rate of temperature rise in our 55 gallons of water. Obviously, in a 5 gallon bucket, for which this unit is designed, the 5 gallons would be heated much more quickly. In any case, the thermostat works well, maintaining the barrel at the stated temperature range of around 110°F even if we leave it running for a long time. And this would be handy in a bucket as well, preventing the water from getting too hot, and maintaining it at that luke-warm temperature even if you walked off and forgot about it. I do advise removing this heater from water when you are not using it, however, because the aluminum begins to corrode very quickly, so it might not last very long if left in water constantly. This is common for aluminum exposed to water for long periods, and is to be expected. Still, buyers should be aware that this is probably not an item that you should just leave in water constantly. It's not a pond/stock-tank de-icer that you would leave in the tank/pond continuously. The design of the unit holds the heated area away from the bucket/barrel surfaces to prevent it from melting a plastic bucket. The spacers also allow for good convection of the water around the heater to let it transfer its heat to the water efficiently. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2018 by J-Sigmo

Well built, functional, a quality build as described.
Size: Single
I purchased this unit in preparation for a camping trip. The goal was to warm some water for a quick shower in the woods. It ended up that we didn't need the heater, but I did have the opportunity to test it out prior to return. The unit itself is quite sturdy. Heavy duty metal casing (cast aluminum I believe), with edges milled to remove most of the sharp edge where the two halves join. The power cord is thick and well insulated. All in all it seems ready to survive rigorous use, which I suspect is fitting for its purpose. In preparation for the trip I dropped the unit into a 5 gallon HD container full of cold water and plugged it in. In reasonably short window the water was nicely warm. The plastic barrel bore no signs of harm from contact with the heater, which seemed to cycle on and off according to the internal controller (which apparently heats to 110, shuts off, then reheats at 80). The aluminum frame has standoff legs on its base that help provide protection for whatever this unit is placed upon. FWIW The battery powered showerhead / heater combination worked perfectly for this purpose, but sadly the trip didn't happen. If anyone cares, this is the showerhead I purchased. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0828XMD2G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Note that my experienced was of limited duration so I can't speak to its longterm durability, but I can say that the upon arrival it did perform as described and the build quality and materials seemed excellent. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2020 by Gadgetman
Checking for best price...