Grohe and Hansgrohe sound related and both trace back to Germany, so homeowners in Brevard County often ask which one to pick for a bathroom or kitchen remodel. The short version: they are different companies with different warranties and different strengths. This comparison sticks to what each manufacturer publishes, with links, so you can check it yourself. If you are ready for numbers on your own project, our free estimate tool gives a range in minutes.
What Is the Difference Between Grohe and Hansgrohe?
They are not the same company. Hansgrohe dates to 1901, when Hans Grohe founded a metal-spinning business in Schiltach, Germany, where the company is still headquartered (Hansgrohe Group history). Grohe is a separate company that became a subsidiary of Japan's LIXIL Corporation after LIXIL and the Development Bank of Japan acquired it in 2014 (LIXIL press release, December 2014). Hansgrohe, for its part, is majority-owned by Masco: Masco's SEC subsidiary list shows Masco Germany Holding GmbH owning 68.35 percent of Hansgrohe (Masco SEC Exhibit 21).
| Factor | Grohe | Hansgrohe |
|---|---|---|
| Parent company | LIXIL Corporation (Japan) [source] | Masco, via Masco Germany Holding GmbH (68.35 percent) [source] |
| Founded / headquarters | Separate company; see grohe.us | 1901, Schiltach, Germany [source] |
| US residential warranty | Repair or replace any part or finish that proves defective, for the original purchaser in a residential installation; finishes carry a limited lifetime warranty and electronic faucets 5 years [source] | Covers the original consumer purchaser for as long as they own both the product and the home; non-transferable; Rubbed Bronze, Matte Black and Matte White finishes 3 years [source] |
| Signature technology | SilkMove cartridge for one-finger control of temperature and volume; StarLight scratch-resistant finish [source] | Select push-button to switch spray modes [source] |
| Pull-down kitchen faucet flow | 1.75 gpm on the models we checked [source] | Listed on each model's spec sheet |
| Luxury brand | Collections within the GROHE range | AXOR, which the group says it has made since 1993 [source] |
| US list prices online | Yes, on grohe.us product pages [source] | Not shown on hansgrohe-usa.com |
Compiled from the manufacturer and parent-company pages linked in each cell. Warranty terms change by purchase date; read the current warranty document for your product.
Grohe vs Hansgrohe: Which Is More Expensive?
There is no honest brand-wide answer, because both companies sell entry-level and premium collections and the ranges overlap. What you can compare is specific models. Grohe publishes US list prices on grohe.us product pages, while hansgrohe-usa.com did not show prices when we checked on October 7, 2026, so a Hansgrohe price usually comes from a dealer quote. Ask your remodeler or showroom for the exact model numbers in the same finish, then compare the quotes side by side. At the top of the market, Hansgrohe's AXOR brand is aimed at luxury bathrooms and kitchens.
Which Has the Better Warranty for a Florida Home?
Both cover residential faucets for a long time, with different fine print. Grohe's US warranty promises to repair or replace any part or finish that proves to be defective for the original purchaser in a residential installation, excludes normal wear and tear, and lists 5 years for electronic faucets. Hansgrohe's residential warranty runs as long as the original buyer owns both the product and the home, cannot be transferred, and limits Rubbed Bronze, Matte Black and Matte White finishes to 3 years. If you want a matte black faucet, that finish term matters. Grohe also says products bought from non-authorized sellers may not be covered, so buy through an authorized dealer and keep the receipt.
Grohe or Hansgrohe: Which Is Better for Kitchens?
For pull-down kitchen faucets, compare spray controls, flow and the cartridge. Grohe markets its SilkMove cartridge for smooth one-finger control and its StarLight finish for scratch resistance, and the Grohe pull-down models we checked are rated at 1.75 gallons per minute. Hansgrohe's Select button switches spray modes at the touch of a button. Note that EPA WaterSense does not label kitchen faucets at all; its faucet specification covers bathroom lavatory faucets, capped at 1.5 gallons per minute (EPA WaterSense faucet specification). For bathroom faucets, look for the WaterSense label on the specific model.
How Do Grohe and Hansgrohe Hold Up in Brevard County?
Coastal Brevard homes add humidity, hard water and, on the barrier island, salt air. Neither manufacturer publishes a coastal performance rating, so focus on what you can control: choose a finish with a long warranty term, read the warranty for cleaning and exposure exclusions, wipe fixtures dry, and confirm that replacement cartridges for the exact model are available through a local supplier before you buy. Our faucet finishes guide for Florida covers finish choices in more detail.
Is Grohe or Hansgrohe Better?
Neither brand is better across the board, so pick the model, not the brand. If you want a published list price and a long finish warranty on chrome or stainless, Grohe makes that easy to compare. If you are drawn to a specific Hansgrohe or AXOR design, get the exact model quoted and check the finish term before you commit.
ELSO Contracting installs fixtures from both brands as part of bathroom remodeling and kitchen remodeling projects across Brevard County, and we can quote either one for your layout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Grohe and Hansgrohe the same company?
No. Hansgrohe was founded in 1901 by Hans Grohe in Schiltach, Germany, and Masco's SEC filings show a Masco subsidiary owning 68.35 percent of it. Grohe is a separate company that became a subsidiary of Japan's LIXIL Corporation after a 2014 acquisition. The names are similar, but the products, warranties and parts are not interchangeable.
Which is more expensive, Grohe or Hansgrohe?
It depends on the model, because both brands sell entry-level and premium collections and the price ranges overlap. Grohe lists US prices on grohe.us product pages, while hansgrohe-usa.com does not show prices, so Hansgrohe pricing usually comes from a dealer. Compare exact model numbers in the same finish. Hansgrohe's AXOR brand targets the luxury end of the market.
Which has the better warranty, Grohe or Hansgrohe?
Both offer long residential coverage with different limits. Grohe will repair or replace a defective part or finish for the original purchaser in a residential installation and covers electronic faucets for 5 years. Hansgrohe covers the original buyer for as long as they own the product and home, but limits Rubbed Bronze, Matte Black and Matte White finishes to 3 years.
Can Florida plumbers service both brands?
Yes. Licensed plumbers install and service both brands, but each uses its own cartridges and parts, so a Grohe cartridge will not fit a Hansgrohe faucet. Before you buy, confirm that replacement cartridges for your exact model are available from a supplier near you, and keep the model number and receipt. Grohe notes that products from non-authorized sellers may not be covered by its warranty.
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Sources
- LIXIL: GROHE Group to Become a Subsidiary of LIXIL (2014)
- Masco SEC Exhibit 21 (Hansgrohe ownership)
- Hansgrohe Group History
- Hansgrohe Group Brands (AXOR)
- GROHE US Warranty
- Hansgrohe USA Manufacturer Warranty
- Hansgrohe USA Warranty Summary
- GROHE Minta Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet 32319003
- GROHE Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet 30211001
- Hansgrohe USA Kitchen Faucets
- EPA WaterSense Lavatory Faucet Specification
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