Best Value Thermostats & Heating Controls in the UK (2026): 10 Real Listings Ranked by Rating per £
Ranked by real rating relative to price across 10 listings in Thermostats & Heating Controls.
Discover the best value thermostats for your home in our 2026 ranking! We’ve assessed 10 heating controls based on their customer rating divided by price – creating a ‘value score’. The highest score indicates the most impressive rating per £ spent. Currently, the MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller (4/5, £15.41) leads with a value score of 0.26. The Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit (4.2/5) boasts the highest customer rating but at a higher cost.
- 1.MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home4/5 · £15.41 · value 0.260
MOES · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 2.Meross WiFi Smart Thermostat, Works with HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, Digital Wireless Temperature Controller for Heating and Cooling4.1/5 · £33.99 · value 0.121
Meross · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 3.Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit, Boiler Plus Compliant4.2/5 · £39.93 · value 0.105
Salus · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 4.MOES Smart WiFi Thermostat for Water/Gas Boilers, Schedule and Remote Control, Hub-Free4/5 · £39.99 · value 0.100
MOES · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 5.Honeywell Home DT3 Wired Thermostat for Heating Control with Energy Efficient LED, No WiFi or App Required4.3/5 · £45.99 · value 0.093
Honeywell Home · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 6.Link2Home WiFi-RF Smart Thermostat with Boiler Control, Works with Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant4.1/5 · £44.99 · value 0.091
Link2Home · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 7.ENER-J Smart WiFi Radiator Thermostat - Digital TRV Valve for Multi-Room Heating Control, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant4.1/5 · £49.99 · value 0.082
ENER-J · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 8.TMXKOOK Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat with RF Receiver, APP and Voice Control, Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for Gas Boiler Heating4/5 · £51.95 · value 0.077
TMXKOOK · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 9.Salus RT500RF Digital Programmable Wireless Room Thermostat with Receiver4.2/5 · £55.65 · value 0.075
Salus · Thermostats & Heating Controls
- 10.Refoss Smart Thermostat for Combi Boiler, WiFi App and Voice Control4.2/5 · £62.99 · value 0.067
Refoss · Thermostats & Heating Controls
Best Value Picks
- MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home: 4/5, £15.41, value score 0.26
- Meross WiFi Smart Thermostat, Works with HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, Digital Wireless Temperature Controller for Heating and Cooling: 4.1/5, £33.99, value score 0.121
- Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit, Boiler Plus Compliant: 4.2/5, £39.93, value score 0.105
What Value Score Tells You
The ‘value score’ calculated here represents the rating per pound spent on each thermostat. A higher value score indicates a better return for your investment, reflecting both customer satisfaction (represented by the rating) and cost.
While the Salus RT510RF+ receives the highest rating of 4.2/5, its £39.93 price results in a lower value score compared to the MOES Smart Thermostat at 0.26. This highlights that a slightly less highly-rated product can offer superior value if it's more affordable.
How to Use This Leaderboard
- The MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home has the highest value score (0.26), making it currently the best value option.
- Consider the price point – the Meross WiFi Smart Thermostat is significantly more expensive (£33.99) than the MOES offering, resulting in a lower value score.
- Focus on your budget and desired features when comparing; a higher rating doesn't always equate to the best overall ‘value’ for your specific needs.
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FAQ
What does 'value score' measure?+
The ‘value score’ is calculated by dividing the product rating by its price. A higher value score indicates a better rating relative to the cost of the thermostat. This allows you to compare products based on their performance considering how much they cost.
Is the cheapest thermostat always the best value?+
Not necessarily. While the ‘MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home’ is currently the cheapest at £15.41, it has a value score of just 0.26. The 'Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit, Boiler Plus Compliant' offers a higher rating of 4.2/5 with a value score of 0.105.
How does the rating compare to the price for each thermostat?+
The 'Meross WiFi Smart Thermostat, Works with HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home' receives a rating of 4.1/5 and a value score of 0.121. This suggests a good balance between performance and cost compared to the other options in this ranking.
Which thermostat is currently considered the best value?+
According to our leaderboard, the ‘MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home’ is currently recognised as the best value at a value score of 0.26.
Which thermostat is the cheapest?+
The ‘MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home’ is recognised as the cheapest at £15.41.
Which thermostat has the highest rating?+
Currently, the ‘Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit, Boiler Plus Compliant’ holds the highest rating at 4.2/5.
What factors should I consider when choosing a thermostat?+
When selecting a thermostat, it’s important to consider both its rating and price. The 'Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit, Boiler Plus Compliant' offers the highest rating but comes at a higher cost, while the ‘MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home’ provides a lower rating but is more affordable.
Can I compare the performance of thermostats with different prices?+
Yes, you can use the ‘value score’ to directly compare the performance of thermostats across a range of prices. A higher value score indicates better performance relative to its cost.
What does a value score of 0.26 indicate?+
A value score of 0.26, as seen with the ‘MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home’, suggests that it receives a rating of 4 out of 5, but its price is £15.41. This represents a relatively basic level of performance considering the cost.
Are there any significant differences in features between the thermostats?+
While specific feature details aren't provided, the ranking suggests that the ‘Salus RT510RF+ Wireless Programmable Thermostat & Receiver Kit, Boiler Plus Compliant’ is likely to offer more advanced functionality (as indicated by its higher rating) compared to the ‘MOES Smart Thermostat WiFi Temperature Controller for Water/Gas Boiler Heating, Compatible with Alexa and Google Home’, given their respective price points.