A thermostat for underfloor heating ensures that you can regulate the temperature of the heating under the floor. There are a lot of different models. But what is the best smart thermostat for underfloor heating? How do these devices work and what are the advantages of an underfloor heating thermostat? In this complete guide, you will read how to choose the right room thermostat and how to maximize efficiency. Of course, you will also read what the best thermostats on the market are
The best underfloor heating thermostats on the market
1. Tado smart thermostat V3+ starter kit wireless
This wireless smart thermostat from Tado comes as a complete starter kit. The underfloor heating is suitable for hydraulic systems with hot water. They can easily be connected to the boiler. The modulating thermostat for underfloor heating can also be easily operated and set via an application.
The V3+ smart underfloor heating thermostat can be used completely wirelessly. Through the application, you can also use various insights. For example, about energy consumption, but also about the air quality in a room. You can also operate this smart thermostat for underfloor heating via voice. With the starter kit, you receive an Internet Bridge that connects the thermostat to the router.
- Wireless : Yes
- With wifi : Yes
- With application : Yes
- Zone control : No
- Boiler or electric : Modulating
- Motion detection : Yes
- Voice control : Yes
- Price +/- : 233,00
Suitable for boilers from:
ATAG | Bosch | AWB | Brink | Intergas | Ferroli | Itho Daalderop | Junkers | Nefit | Raychem | Vaillant | Remeha | Viessmann
2. Honeywell Lyric T6 smart thermostat wired
The Lyric T6 smart wired thermostat from Honeywell is suitable for underfloor heating that uses the boiler. This smart underfloor heating thermostat with wifi is self-learning so you are always sure of a pleasant temperature at home. You can even set a time for this via the application. For example, when you come home from work. In addition, the wired Honeywell thermostat supports Apple HomeKit.
You can also control this underfloor heating thermostat with your voice. The device has a stylish design with a handy lighted touchscreen. With the Lyric application on your phone or tablet, you can fully adjust the underfloor heating to your preference. You also have a good insight into energy costs and can use the geofencing function. This adjusts the temperature at home based on your location. Are you going out? Then the underfloor heating automatically switches off. Are you nearby or on your way home? Then the Honeywell Lyric T6 smart wired thermostat knows that the temperature needs to go up.
- Wireless : No
- With wifi : Yes
- With application : Yes
- Zone control : No
- Boiler or electric : Modulating
- Motion detection : No
- Voice control : Yes
- Price +/- : 169,00
Suitable for boilers from: ATAG | AWB | Bosch | Ferroli | Intergas | Itho Daalderop | Junkers | Nefit | Remeha | Vaillant | Viessmann | Brink
3. Magnum Remote Control WiFi Digital Clock Thermostat
This digital clock thermostat with wifi is suitable for electric underfloor heating systems. The thermostat can be operated via a convenient application. There you can set how warm you want it to be. The Magnum Remote Control clock thermostat then calculates how much time is needed for this. The electric underfloor heating thermostat has a touchscreen and can be controlled with voice via Alexa or Google.
The Magnum Remote Control wifi digital clock thermostat also has an additional function for wooden floors. The temperature of the underfloor heating is limited to a maximum of 28 degrees for these floors. So you never have to worry about damage to your wooden floor.
- Wireless: No
- With wifi: Yes
- With application: Yes
- Zone control: No
- Boiler or electric: Electric
- Motion detection: No
- Voice control: Yes
- Price +/-: 134.00
4. Nince smart thermostat for boiler with RF module
The smart thermostat from Nice is suitable for boilers and comes with an RF module. The wireless underfloor heating thermostat can be easily connected to wifi and set or operated with an application on your phone. Here you can use handy functions, such as setting the room temperature remotely or making schedules that fit the layout of your day or week. The consumption is also transparent.
The LCD screen of this underfloor heating thermostat is also easy to read. Here you can read the current temperature, but also the current time and the battery level for example. In addition, the Nince thermostat for underfloor heating is easy to install due to the wireless connectivity thanks to the built-in RF module.
- Wireless: Yes
- With wifi: Yes
- With application: Yes
- Zone control: No
- Boiler or electric: Modular
- Motion detection: No
- Voice control: Yes
- Price +/-: 89.99
Suitable for boilers from: ATAG | AWB | Bosch | Brink | Ferroli | Intergas | Itho Daalderop | Junkers | Nefit | Raychem | Remeha | Viessmann | Vaillant
5. Smartlife Domotics smart thermostat boiler installation 90-240v
This underfloor heating thermostat for boiler installations from Smartlife Domotics is suitable for built-in. The smart thermostat can be used in combination with an application. This app gives you insight into energy consumption, but also allows you to tailor the underfloor heating to your personal preference. The smart wifi thermostat also has a day and week program for efficient and easy use.
In addition, the smart thermostat from Smartlife Domotics is compatible with systems such as Tuya Smart, Alexa Amazon and Google Assistant. So you can also easily operate the underfloor heating thermostat with your voice. The device is equipped with geofencing and presence detection. The underfloor heating therefore turns on when you are at home and off when you leave. The Smartlife Domotics smart thermostat is suitable for boilers and boilers.
- Wireless: Yes
- With wifi: Yes
- With application: Yes
- Zone control: No
- Boiler or electric: Modular
- Motion detection: Yes
- Voice control: Yes
- Price +/-: 57.95
Suitable for boilers from: ATAG | AWB | Bosch | Brink | Ferroli | Intergas | Itho Daalderop | Junkers | Nefit | Raychem | Remeha | Vaillant | Viessmann
Understanding Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating, as the name suggests, is located under the floor. An underfloor heating system can heat a room using electricity or water. A water-based system uses a network of pipes under the floor. When warm water flows through the pipes, a room can be heated. Electric underfloor heating works through flexible elements under the floor. This system is suitable for houses without central heating or small spaces.
Underfloor heating thermostat: how does it work?
A room thermostat for underfloor heating works the same way as the thermostats we know on the wall. With these smart thermostats, you can control the heat in a room with an underfloor heating system yourself. If you want to increase the temperature in the living room from 19 to 21 degrees, you set this on the digital thermostat.
The device is connected to the heat controller. This ensures that the central heating system starts supplying hot water or, if you have electric underfloor heating, the electricity is controlled. Then the elements or pipes under the floor of a room are heated, causing the temperature to rise or stay level.
The benefits of smart thermostats for underfloor heating
Benefits of underfloor heating
Underfloor heating has several advantages. Especially if you choose the best smart thermostat for underfloor heating. First of all, you get more heat from a lower temperature. This is because an underfloor heating system distributes the heat more efficiently.
This results in a significant annual saving in energy costs. In many cases, you can set a smart underfloor heating 2-3 degrees lower to experience the same heat as a radiator or other source. In addition, you do not suffer from cold feet.
Another advantage of underfloor heating is the space saving in the house. Traditional radiators take up quite a bit of space. They can also significantly limit the layout of a room. Think about the position of furniture. The radiators must remain free. In contrast to radiators, underfloor heating also provides better air quality. This is because these heaters attract a lot of dust and spread it around the room.
Benefits of smart thermostats for underfloor heating
In addition to the benefits of underfloor heating itself, there are also several reasons to choose a smart thermostat. With these thermostats for underfloor heating systems, you can heat a room or space separately from each other. This can be done via an app on your smartphone or tablet. This works just like an app for a Eufy video doorbell. With smart thermostats, you can also control the underfloor heating when you are not at home.
This is useful, for example, when you want to heat a room before you come home. Smart thermostats for underfloor heating also learn the heating behavior in the house. The adjustable power of these thermostats always ensures a wonderful indoor climate. In addition, smart underfloor heating thermostats also provide insight into energy costs.
Types of underfloor heating systems and thermostat requirements: electric vs. hydraulic
Hydraulic underfloor heating
Underfloor heating that heats a room by using a pipe system with hot water is also called hydraulic underfloor heating. This system is more economical and environmentally friendly compared to electric underfloor heating. The system is connected to the central heating boiler in the house or possibly with a heat pump.
Tip: There is no subsidy for underfloor heating, but there is a subsidy for heat pumps!
A thermostat for hydraulic underfloor heating can be modulating, but you can also choose a so-called on/off thermostat. When purchasing, make sure that the type of smart underfloor heating thermostat you choose is suitable for the brand of boiler you have.
Electric underfloor heating
Electric underfloor heating provides a pleasant climate in the house through a network of heating elements under the floor. You need a separate controller or thermostat for this. This is because the system is not connected to heat sources such as a heat pump or the central heating boiler. These thermostats for electric underfloor heating can be smart, but also wired or wireless to operate and control.
How do you choose the right thermostat?
You choose the right thermostat primarily based on the system you have. This can be hydraulic or electric. Then you need to determine for yourself how you prefer to operate the thermostat and how you want to heat a room. You have the choice of different types of digital and smart wifi thermostats.
- Smart wifi thermostat underfloor heating: most smart thermostats for underfloor heating are equipped with wifi. With these thermostats, you can manage and set the underfloor heating via an application. You also have insight into energy consumption. In addition, these thermostats are often self-learning. This means that the thermostat recognizes your patterns and can adjust the underfloor heating accordingly. A smart or modulating underfloor heating thermostat also saves costs.
- Analog thermostat: these thermostats can be used both wirelessly and wired. The options and settings are very limited. You can only turn the heating on or off. They are user-friendly but also less cost-efficient.
- Wireless or wired: in addition to the different types of thermostats for hydraulic or electric underfloor heating, you also have the choice between wired or wireless thermostats. A wireless underfloor heating thermostat is the quickest to install.
Installation and maintenance
Installation
Installing a smart thermostat for underfloor heating is not difficult. For this, you first install the thermostat at the desired location. A wifi thermostat for underfloor heating comes with a QR code. You can use this to download the application on your phone.
You often have to first create a free account and follow the steps. Then you can enable wifi in the thermostat’s menu and connect. Once connected, you can add your phone to the thermostat in the application and connect.
Maintenance
Have the underfloor heating thermostat periodically maintained by a certified installer. This extends the life of the thermostat, but also ensures the best performance. Does the thermostat run on batteries? Then you also need to replace them regularly. It is also important to regularly check whether the sensors are still working properly.
Maximize the efficiency of a smart thermostat and underfloor heating
Maximizing the efficiency of underfloor heating with a smart thermostat can be done in several ways. The heat is distributed more efficiently by these thermostats. This means that the heating can be lower while you enjoy the same warmth.
In addition, a smart thermostat often also has geofencing functions. It therefore knows exactly where you are or are not at home. So the heating is never on unnecessarily. This is also possible because most wifi or smart thermostats are equipped with motion detection.
You also have a good insight into consumption with a smart underfloor heating thermostat via the application. You can even operate the heating with it when you are not at home. You can also get more efficiency from the underfloor heating with a smart thermostat by using time settings. This way you are always sure of the right temperature at the right time. You therefore need to leave the underfloor heating on much less long.
You also get more efficiency by choosing an underfloor heating thermostat with zone control. With this, you can heat each room in the house separately, or not at all. This can save you a lot on the final energy bill each year.
