Heatline vs Ideal

Average Price

£900

Heatline

£875

Ideal

Energy Efficiency

92.8%

Heatline

93.8%

Ideal

Warranty

6.0 years

Heatline

8.2 years

Ideal

Customer Rating

3.8/5

Heatline

4.0/5

Ideal

Heatline vs Ideal: Summary

When comparing Heatline and Ideal boilers, several key differences emerge. Heatline, established in 1995, offers boilers with an average efficiency of 92.8% at an average price of £900. Meanwhile, Ideal boilers average 93.8% efficiency at £875.

Heatline boilers come with an average warranty of 6.0 years, compared to Ideal's 8.2 years. Customer satisfaction ratings show Ideal ahead at 4.0/5, while reliability scores give Ideal a slight edge.

Both manufacturers offer smart control compatibility and produce boilers suitable for different property types. Both are based in United Kingdom.

Detailed Comparison

Heatline
Ideal
Average Price
£900
£875
Energy Efficiency
92.8%
93.8%
Average Warranty
6.0 years
8.2 years
Reliability Score
4.0/5
4.1/5
Customer Satisfaction
3.8/5
4.0/5
UK Market Share
2.0%
12.6%
Established
1995
1906
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Smart Controls Compatible
High Efficiency Models
Extended Warranty Options

Who Should Choose Heatline

  • Tech-savvy homeowners wanting smart home integration
  • Those who prefer to support UK manufacturing
  • Homeowners looking for efficient combi boilers

Who Should Choose Ideal

  • Those wanting longer warranty coverage for peace of mind
  • Homeowners valuing customer satisfaction and after-sales support
  • Those planning to stay in their home long-term
  • Homeowners wanting access to a wide network of approved installers
  • Those looking for a boiler with strong performance

Popular Boiler Models

Heatline Popular Models

ModelTypeEfficiencyPrice
Heatline Capriz 25Combi92.8%£850

Ideal Popular Models

ModelTypeEfficiencyPrice
Logic Combi ESP1Combi93.0%£800
Logic MaxCombi94.0%£900
MexicoRegular89.0%£650
Logic HeatRegular93.0%£750
Vogue MaxSystem94.0%£1,300

Approved Installers

Heatline Installers

No installer data available

Ideal Installers

Corgi HomeHeat

4.5

Gold Installer

Efficiency & Running Costs

A more efficient boiler can significantly reduce your heating bills. Based on average UK gas prices and a typical 3-bedroom house:

Heatline

Average Efficiency

92.8%

Estimated Annual Running Cost

£1,216

Based on average UK gas usage

Potential Annual Savings vs. Old Boiler (80% Efficient)

£166

Ideal

Average Efficiency

93.8%

Estimated Annual Running Cost

£1,203

Based on average UK gas usage

Potential Annual Savings vs. Old Boiler (80% Efficient)

£177

Customer Reviews & Testimonials

Heatline Owner Reviews

"Heatline boilers offer excellent reliability. We've had ours for 3 years with no issues. The efficiency is great and it's quiet in operation."

John D. - Heatline Capriz 25 Owner

"Installation was straightforward and the smart controls make it easy to manage heating. Customer service is responsive when needed."

Sarah T. - Boiler Owner

Ideal Owner Reviews

"Ideal boilers offer excellent reliability. We've had ours for 3 years with no issues. The efficiency is great and it's quiet in operation."

John D. - Logic Combi ESP1 Owner

"Installation was straightforward and the smart controls make it easy to manage heating. Customer service is responsive when needed."

Sarah T. - Logic Max Owner

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