Electric heating
Choose a thermostat designed to switch the electric heating load and work with the required floor sensor.
THERMOSTAT CHOICE GUIDE
Which Underfloor Heating Thermostat Should I Choose?
Start with system compatibility, then choose the level of control that suits how you use the room.
Compare simple manual controls, programmable schedules, touchscreen models and WiFi options for electric and water underfloor heating.
FIRST DECISION
Which Heating System Are You Controlling?
Electric and water systems can look similar at the wall, but their control requirements are different.
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Water heating
Choose controls that match the wiring centre, actuators, heat source and the number of heating zones.
CONTROL STYLES
Compare the Main Thermostat Choices
The best option depends on the routine, room and level of remote control you want.
| Choice | What it offers | Where to start |
|---|---|---|
| Manual thermostat | Simple local temperature adjustment without a detailed programmed schedule. | Manual thermostats |
| Programmable thermostat | Automatic temperature changes across selected times and days. | Programmable thermostats |
| Touchscreen thermostat | A clearer on-wall interface, often combined with programmable control. | Thermostats and controls |
| WiFi thermostat | App-based access and remote adjustment when supported by the chosen model. | WiFi thermostats |
| Wireless water control | Room control without a hard-wired thermostat connection, using compatible receivers and wiring centres. | Wireless thermostats and controls |
Manual thermostat
- What it offers
- Simple local temperature adjustment without a detailed programmed schedule.
- Where to start
- Manual thermostats
Programmable thermostat
- What it offers
- Automatic temperature changes across selected times and days.
- Where to start
- Programmable thermostats
Touchscreen thermostat
- What it offers
- A clearer on-wall interface, often combined with programmable control.
- Where to start
- Thermostats and controls
WiFi thermostat
- What it offers
- App-based access and remote adjustment when supported by the chosen model.
- Where to start
- WiFi thermostats
Wireless water control
- What it offers
- Room control without a hard-wired thermostat connection, using compatible receivers and wiring centres.
- Where to start
- Wireless thermostats and controls
Features vary by model. Check the product page and current manual for compatibility, sensor requirements and app support.
COMPATIBILITY CHECK
Five Details to Confirm Before Buying
A thermostat must suit the complete system—not just the room décor.
Electric or water
Identify the heating type and control application.
Supply voltage
Check the voltage required by the thermostat and connected equipment.
Heating load
Confirm the thermostat can switch the connected load or uses the correct contactor arrangement.
Sensors
Check whether a floor sensor, air sensor or both are required and compatible.
Wired or wireless
For water systems, match the thermostat to the receiver or wiring centre.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Thermostat Questions
Common questions when comparing controls.
Is WiFi essential?
No. WiFi is useful for remote access, but a well-chosen programmable or manual thermostat may be better for a straightforward room or routine.
Can one thermostat control several rooms?
That depends on the system design. Separate rooms are normally treated as separate zones when independent temperature control is required.
Can I choose by appearance alone?
No. Confirm electrical, sensor and system compatibility first. Finish and interface should be the final choice.