Select Your Kit
Choosing the right smart heating system can feel complicated, especially if you're unsure about your boiler type or how many heating zones your home has. This guide will help you decide which Wiser thermostat kit you need based on your heating system, hot water requirements and whether you want room-by-room control.
Step 1: What type of boiler do you have?
Combi boiler
If you have a combi boiler, your heating and hot water are produced on demand, and you don't have a separate hot water cylinder.
The best smart thermostat kit for a combi boiler is Wiser Thermostat Kit 1, which includes:
- 1-channel Wiser HubR
- Smart Room Thermostat
This kit gives you smart control of your heating through the Wiser Home app and can be expanded later with Smart Radiator Thermostats for room-by-room heating control.
System or conventional boiler
If you have a separate hot water cylinder, you'll normally need control of both heating and hot water.
For most homes, Wiser Thermostat Kit 2 is the right choice. It includes:
- 2-channel Wiser HubR
- Smart Room Thermostat
This allows independent control of heating and hot water from the Wiser Home app.
Step 2: Do you need heating-only or heating and hot water control?
Understanding the difference between a one-channel vs two-channel thermostat is key. A channel is simply an independent heating or hot water control.
One-channel thermostat
Choose a one-channel system if you only need to control heating, which is typical for combi boilers. The Wiser options include:
- Wiser Thermostat Kit 1
- Wiser Multizone Kit 1
Two-channel thermostat
Choose a two-channel system if you want separate control of heating and stored hot water, which is common with system and conventional boilers. The Wiser options include:
- Wiser Thermostat Kit 2
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Wiser Multizone Kit 2
Three-channel thermostat
Some larger homes have two heating zones plus hot water. In these properties, a three-channel setup enables independent control of two heating zones plus optional separate hot water control if needed. For this, you will need Wiser Thermostat Kit 3.
This is ideal where upstairs and downstairs already operate as separate heating zones.
Step 3: Do you want room-by-room control?
If you'd like different rooms at different temperatures, consider a Wiser multizone kit.
The Smart Multi-room Kits include:
- Wiser HubR
- Smart Room Thermostat
- Two Smart Radiator Thermostats
These smart radiator thermostats create individual room zones, allowing you to heat only the rooms you're using and improve comfort throughout the home.
Which Wiser Kit Is Best for My Home?
Choose Thermostat Kit 1 if:
- You have a combi boiler
- You only need heating control, not hot water control
- You want a simple smart heating upgrade
Choose Thermostat Kit 2 if:
- You have a system or conventional boiler
- You need separate heating and hot water control
- You currently use a programmer and cylinder
Choose a Multi-room Kit if:
- You want room-by-room temperature control
- You'd like to reduce energy use in unused rooms
- You plan to expand your smart heating system over time
Whatever your setup, all Wiser thermostat kits can be expanded with additional Smart Radiator Thermostats and smart home accessories, helping you build a heating system that works around your home and lifestyle.
If you're looking for a smart heating brand that helps you make smart choices from now onwards, Wiser offers flexible heating controls designed to work with a wide range of boiler types. To help you choose your system, use our Wiser Product Selector to find the best option for your home.
