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Comparing Ideal Boilers: Regular, Combi and System Boilers
Ideal Heating designs, develops and manufactures many high-quality boilers for domestic use. Whether you’re looking for a new regular, combi, or system boiler for your home, there are many choices available.
With options for different efficiency ratings, fuel types, outputs, warranties, and prices, there’s a suitable Ideal boiler for almost any home.
In this guide, we’ll help you compare the best Ideal Heating boilers to suit the heating and hot water demands of your household.
However, if you want to cut to the chase and get your new boiler installed as soon as possible, then click the button below. We’ll put you in touch with up to 3 Gas Safe registered engineers in your area, so you can compare their quotes and objectively choose the best deal.
Since 1906, Ideal Heating has been manufacturing Ideal boilers in Hull to meet the ever-changing heating needs of homeowners across the UK. Ideal Heating offers an extensive range of all boiler types: combi, regular, and system.
Although Ideal Heating only manufactures gas-fuelled boilers, some of their boilers can be converted to run on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), which makes them accessible to homeowners who are not connected to the national gas grid.
Most of Ideal’s boiler range is also hydrogen ready. This means that they can run safely and efficiently on a 20% hydrogen blend.
Out of their domestic boilers, Ideal offers different ranges depending on the boiler type.
Regular Boiler
Combi Boiler
System Boiler
Logic Max Heat
Logic Max Combi
Logic Max System
Logic+ Heat
Logic+
Logic+
Mexico HE
Vogue Max Combi
Vogue Max System
EvoMax (commercial)
Vogue Gen2
Vogue Gen2
Comparing the top 3 Ideal boiler models
To narrow down the wide range of Ideal boilers in the UK, we have provided a quick overview of some of their most popular models for homeowners.
Ideal Logic Heat regular gas boilers
Logic Heat range is one of few Ideal regular gas boilers to receive the Quiet Mark accreditation for its quiet operation. It features straightforward controls with a clear digital display allowing for it to be very easy to operate and installed.
This regular boiler range includes 5 models with different central heating output ranges to choose from: 12kW, 15kW, 18kW, 24kW, and 30kW. Such a wide range of central heating outputs means there’s no shortage of choice when it comes to the Logic Heat. The Logic Heat can heat a smaller house with up to 6 radiators or even a larger home with up to 15 radiators if you need a more powerful boiler.
Ideal Logic Heat Overview
Energy efficiency: A-rated
Fuel: Gas; compatible with 20% hydrogen blend
Price: £712 – £939 (excluding installation)
Warranty: standard 2 years
Features: Built-in frost protection
Awards: Quiet Mark accreditation, Queen’s Award for Enterprise (2013), Good Housekeeping award (2013 & 2017)
Ideal Vogue Max combi gas boilers
The Ideal Vogue Max is one of Ideal’s most popular Ideal combi boilers, and with good reason. This range is similar to the Vogue Gen2 combi, except it comes with a longer warranty, an Ideal System Filter, and it’s made with premium components. And thanks to its fully insulated case, it’s one of the quietest boilers available.
Within this range, you can choose from 3 A-rated energy-efficient outputs to suit your home: C26, C32 or C40. Therefore, you don’t need to worry about not getting enough hot water as the Vogue Max is best suited for medium to larger-sized homes with 10 – 20 radiators.
Ideal Vogue Max Combi Overview
Energy efficiency: A-rated
Fuel: Gas; compatible with 20% hydrogen blend
Price: £1,089 – £1,323 (excluding installation)
Warranty: standard 10 years
Features: Built-in frost protection, simple user interface, backlit LCD display
Awards: Good Housekeeping Reader Recommended status (2017)
Ideal Logic system gas boilers
The Ideal Logic boiler range is a system boiler that’s endorsed by the Energy Saving Trust. It is a simple and dependable boiler. Its lightweight and compact design and no need for compartment ventilation allow for it to conveniently fit into small spaces, such as a standard kitchen cupboard. It even includes additional features such as a PRV wall outlet pipe that helps with installation.
These boilers are A-rated, with domestic central heating output options of 15kW, 18kW, 24kW, and 30kW. This means it’s best suited for medium houses with approximately 10 – 20 radiators.
Ideal Logic System Overview
Energy efficiency: A-rated
Fuel: Gas; compatible with 20% hydrogen blend
Price: £785 – £920 (excluding installation)
Warranty: standard 2 years
Features: easy-to-see pressure gauge, full backlit display, boiler frost protection, fully modulating temperature
How much are Ideal boilers?
Depending on the type of boiler you choose, you can expect to pay approximately £1,040 (excluding installation). The table below shows how much you can expect to pay depending on what type of Ideal boiler you choose for your home. Keep in mind that you also need to consider the installation cost (£500 – £1,000) and other parts (£300), such as the filter and the flue.
When getting a new boiler, improvements in energy efficiency is one of the biggest benefits you’ll experience. More energy-efficient boilers use less energy and help you save money by using less fuel. So, if some of the upfront costs seem large, you can at least buy a boiler knowing that less energy is being wasted on a regular basis and you’re saving in the long run.
Ideal Regular Boiler
Ideal Combi Boiler
Ideal System Boiler
Cost Range
£712- £2,769
£714 – £1,354
£785 – 1,264
Average Cost
£1,090
£1,018
£1,010
The prices in the table above are only estimated prices based on our resident heating experts. Your Ideal gas boiler price may differ depending on your heating situation at your home. For instance, your existing boiler and pipework may make the installation more complex and expensive depending on who is installing it.
Therefore, it’s important that you get multiple quotes from local Gas Safe registered engineers to help you compare prices, so you can choose the best one. We can help you save both time and effort by helping you get offers from trustworthy Gas Safe heating engineers before purchasing your new Ideal boiler. Click the button below to get free quotes, with no obligation.
Ideal regular boilers (heat only), are recommended for installation in a property that already has the appropriate pipework. This is because regular boilers need to be part of a heating system which also includes a feed and expansion tank in the loft and a hot water cylinder.
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A combi boiler provides heating and hot water on demand as and when needed. Unlike regular and system boilers there’s no need for any additional tanks or cylinders, making them cost-effective and space-saving units.
To compare up to 4 boilers, follow these 3 simple steps:
Choose which boilers to compare by clicking the relevant green + symbols on the table.
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Use the comparison table to choose which boiler is best for your needs.
System boilers function in a similar way as regular (conventional) boilers in that they need to store hot water, but they take in their water supply differently. They take water directly from the mains supply, therefore eliminating the need for a water tank in the property. They then heat your central heating as well as produce hot water for an unvented storage cylinder.
To compare up to 4 boilers, follow these 3 simple steps:
Choose which boilers to compare by clicking the relevant green + symbols on the table.
Click on this button which appears at the bottom right of the page (this will send you to the comparison table).
Use the comparison table to choose which boiler is best for your needs.
The final cost of getting a new Ideal gas boiler installed into your home will vary depending on where you live, your specific home layout, and of course which boiler engineer you use. We therefore highly recommend comparing offers from local boiler engineers to ensure you’re getting the best Ideal boiler price.
A Gas Safe registered boiler engineer can properly help and advise you on your Ideal boiler installation. To ease the process, we can help you compare up to 3 quotes from Gas Safe engineers near you for free and at no obligation.
As Ideal Heating has many boilers on offer, it’s important to know what you’re looking for when comparing them so that you get a boiler that fits your home’s needs. Some of the key things to look out for include efficiency, warranty, cost, and of course, the output size.
The output size, measured in kilowatts (kW), determines how powerful the boiler is and how much energy it will use. The larger the kilowatts, the more powerful the boiler, and vice versa. ‘What size boiler do I need?’ is a question that should be answered based on factors such as the size and layout of your household, and the number of radiators.
It is important to get the right output size because if you get a boiler that’s too large, you’re going to be wasting money on unnecessarily high energy bills. However, a boiler that’s too small won’t be able to supply your household with enough energy to meet your demands for hot water and central heating.
A good rule of thumb is estimating 1.5 to 2kW for every radiator you have. For example, 10 radiators in your home would need a boiler with at least 20kW of central heating power.
Output range on Ideal regular boilers
Ideal regular boilers (heat only), come in a wide range of output ratings, from 12kW right up to 37kW. This makes regular boilers suitable for households ranging from a smaller house with 8 radiators to one with up to 20 radiators.
Regular boilers are typically found in older homes as they tend to be replaced by combi or system boilers which can deliver higher water pressure. With that being said, because a regular boiler requires more complex installations and space (i.e. tanks in the loft, a water cylinder, pipework), they’re best suited for replacing existing regular boilers in large homes.
Output range on Ideal combi boilers
Many UK homeowners opt for a combination or ‘combi’ boiler – in fact at Ideal Heating, these are one of the most popular product ranges. As Ideal combi boilers can heat both hot water and central heating, they have 2 outputs: one for domestic hot water (DHW) and one for central heating (CH).
The DHW outputs of Ideal combi boilers range from 24kW to 40kW, making them suitable for a house with 1 – 2 bathrooms. The CH outputs range from 18kW, for a house with less than 10 radiators, to 32kW for a house with up to 15 radiators.
The main benefit of an Ideal combi boiler is it doesn’t need a hot water cylinder – which is great if space is at a minimum, either in your home or in your loft. While a combi boiler is great for small to medium-sized homes, if you have more than one bathroom then a combi won’t be powerful enough to heat and provide water to multiple taps at once.
Output range on Ideal system boilers
Ideal system boilers have outputs that range from 15kW to 32kW. This makes system boilers suitable for a house that has around 10 – 17 radiators. Ideal system boilers are a great choice if you have multiple bathrooms and high demand for hot water. This is because they store hot water in a cylinder where it’s ready to be delivered to a hot water outlet when needed.
System boilers are perfect if you need to maximise living space, as they don’t require an expansion tank or cold-water cistern. They are designed to pump hot water to radiators and heat water in a storage cylinder, often located in an airing cupboard. This makes them suitable for smaller properties as well as larger, well-insulated homes.
Ideal boiler reviews
Ideal boilers are among the top 5 boiler manufacturers in the UK according to a recent Boiler Guide survey which found that Ideal Heating was the third most installed boiler brand in the UK, right behind Worcester Bosch and Vaillant. Also, Ideal Heating was rated the ‘Best Boiler Manufacturer’ on Trustpilot, with a whopping 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 20,000 reviews.
Ideal Heating continues to be the recipient of prestigious awards such as the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise (2013 & 2019) for their achievements in innovation and international trade. They have also won the Good Housekeeping Award (2013 & 2017) for the quality of their products, and have received the Quiet Mark accreditation for the quiet operation of a number of their products.
Whether you’re replacing an old Ideal boiler model or would like an Ideal gas boiler based on Ideal boiler reviews, you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the best price. One of the best ways to do this is by researching and comparing boiler engineers near you.
It is important that you find a Gas Safe registered engineer to install your Ideal gas boiler, and we can help!. By clicking the button and filling in our quick form below, we can find you up to 3 free quotes from Gas Safe registered engineers near you, at no cost or obligation.
How much does an Ideal boiler cost?
The average cost of an Ideal boiler can range anywhere from £712- £2,769 (excluding installation). The range is so large because there are many factors that will affect your final cost; mainly the type of boiler, the fuel, and the Ideal boiler installation cost.
You can use this boiler installation calculator to help estimate the installation cost for your new boiler. A Gas Safe registered engineer will be able to give you a more definitive quote that is specific to your household.
Which boiler is better, Worcester or Ideal?
According to Trustpilot, Ideal gas boilers are rated more highly by customers than Worcester Bosch boilers. Whereas Ideal Heating receives 4.8 stars out of 5, Worcester Bosch receives 4.6 stars out of 5. To objectively compare boilers from these brands, you can use our easy and free boiler comparison tool.
Are Ideal Boilers British made?
Ideal Heating has operated for over 100 years in the UK. Their boilers are designed, developed, and manufactured in the UK. The main manufacturing site for Ideal boilers is in Hull. There are many more boiler manufacturers that you can use in the UK that are from other countries such as Germany, Italy, and Ireland.
Which boiler brand is the most reliable?
A recent Boiler Guide survey found the top 5 boiler brands in the UK. In first place is Worcester Bosch, followed by Vaillant and Ideal Heating. However, each brand has different boiler models and prices that can be used to determine reliability.
You can also determine reliability based on warranty lengths and conditions. For example, the standard Ideal boiler warranty is 10 years, but only if you meet certain conditions. Boiler Guide has already compared the best boiler warranties for you if you want to learn more about different boiler brands and warranty conditions.
Are Ideal boilers any good?
Ideal gas boiler reviews tend to be highly rated, especially on Trustpilot. Giving them an average of 4.8 stars out of 5. Many Ideal boilers in the UK are also awarded recognition for their quality, innovation, and quiet operation. For instance, Ideal Heating’s Logic Plus combi boilers were recognised by the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2013 and 2019.
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