10 cheapest boilers
The harsh climatic conditions in Russia are forcing residents to take care of heating their homes. Modern homes are equipped with a water heating system, in which the boiler plays a key role. When choosing the cheapest heating option, many factors have to be taken into account. On the one hand, a cheap boiler allows you to get immediate benefits, but in the long term, heating costs will be very significant. In order not to be mistaken with the choice, several important factors should be taken into account.
- If the settlement has a gas main, then natural gas is best used as a source of heat energy. The price of this fuel is affordable for all categories of residents, therefore, heating the house during the cold period will not ruin the residents. Gas boilers can operate all season without maintenance, and routine cleaning or repairs can be carried out from spring to autumn. The only drawback of blue fuel will be the high cost of connecting the house to the gas main.
- The cheapest and simplest are electric boilers. They are ordinary heating elements that heat a certain volume of water. To install such a heating device, it is important to clarify the technical capabilities of the electrical network in a particular locality. Of the advantages of electric boilers, it is worth noting quiet operation, the possibility of full automation, minimal maintenance of the device. Unfortunately, for the heating season, you will have to pay a large amount of money when the bill for the consumed electricity comes.
- The most popular type of heating devices in Russia is the solid fuel boiler. This is explained by the fact that not all regions are supplied with gas or they have a reliable and powerful power grid. And firewood and coal are ubiquitous, and in most cases their cost is low. Recently, modern heating devices have appeared that can economically consume not only firewood and coal, but also pellets (pressed sawdust in the form of granules).
- Liquid boilers can also be used for heating residential buildings. Most often, diesel fuel is used as fuel. Large volumes of diesel fuel will have to be stored in large tanks, which are mounted on the site (usually underground). The boiler must be installed in a separate room equipped with soundproofing and ventilation.
- Combined boilers allow home owners to determine for themselves which fuel is more economical in a given season. Models that allow the use of solid fuel and gas, solid fuel and diesel fuel are very popular. For example, in the off-season, there will be enough firewood to improve the microclimate in a damp house.
Our review includes the cheapest boilers that are used in heating systems of houses. The rating was compiled taking into account the feedback from domestic consumers.
TOP 10 cheapest boilers
10 Electromash EVPM-6
The Russian plant "Electromash" (Miass) started producing electric boilers in 2013 and positions them as the safest type of heating equipment. The EVPM line is represented by 5 models with a rated power from 3 to 12 kW. The maximum benefit from using EVPM-6 can be obtained by installing a 2-rate meter and combining the device in an open heating system with a solid fuel or gas boiler.
Water heaters are manufactured in accordance with GOST 15150-69 (UHL4 version) and can be installed both horizontally and vertically. A control panel with a magnetic starter and a thermostat is built into the case, which allows you to finely adjust the required temperature in the room. In addition, a sensor is connected to the circuit to protect the system from boiling up of the electron carrier.In general, Miass generators are characterized as simple, fairly reliable and, if necessary, fully repairable.
9 Teplodar Uyut-10
The Uyut model can be used in the heating system as a main or backup heat source, connected in the event of a lack of fuel or an emergency. The unit belongs to the category of solid fuel, but its device provides for the possibility of converting to the consumption of natural gas - both main and liquefied. To do this, it is necessary to purchase an easy-to-install gas burner AGG 26K (about 13 thousand rubles), and to use gas in cylinders - also a conversion kit (about 2 thousand rubles).
A voluminous working chamber with a horizontal arrangement allows the use of firewood up to half a meter long, due to which the frequency between fuel inserts is significantly increased and their preparation is facilitated. The design of the water circuit with an integrated flame arrester is also unusual. With a rather modest size of the device, the heat-removing surface exceeds 1 sq. m., while the appearance of stagnant zones is excluded, and the coolant circulates freely. Judging by the reviews, the boiler in operation shows itself from the best side: a room up to 100 sq. m. heats up quickly, the build quality is excellent, the efficiency is relatively high.
8 EVAN Next 7
The Next-7 boiler is designed to be used as a primary or additional heat source in rooms up to 70 sq. m. The installation is wall-mounted, so it does not take up space, but heats up quickly and energy efficiently - the efficiency of the generator reaches 99%. The required temperature is set by smooth adjustment from 30 to 85 °, and upon reaching it, the thermostat turns off the boiler, thereby saving electricity without human intervention. For added safety, the device is equipped with an emergency thermal switch, which is activated in the event of failure of the main sensor at 92 °.
The main difference between all Evan boilers, without exception, is the manufacture of heating elements from stainless steel. In this design, they have a number of advantages: resistance to short-term increases in pressure and temperature, resistance to corrosion, long service life without failures. It is also important that there is a special shoe in the design for connecting to the pump to allow the integration of the electric boiler into a system with forced circulation of the coolant.
7 ZOTA Bulat 18
On one load with wood, briquettes or coal "Bulat" is capable of producing heat for up to 30 hours. This is a very impressive indicator in comparison with classic solid fuel boilers, especially from the cheap class. It was achieved due to the increased volume (50 l) and the special design of the furnace in the form of a shaft, as a result of which the combustion space is limited and the fuel material is not burned immediately, but gradually. The technology of bottom combustion and afterburning of unburned particles, as well as the use of fireclay bricks in the upper part of the chamber (the so-called lining), contributes to an even longer cycle time and an increase in efficiency up to 78%.
The Bulat series was created in 2018 for the organization of heating in systems with pressures up to 3 atm. The entire model range is equipped with a heat-insulated convector body made of durable boiler steel, an inclined, lockable loading door and an afterburner. Optionally, the equipment can be retrofitted with a TurboSet automation kit, a FOX pellet burner (increases the cycle up to 6 days) and heating elements with control units to maintain comfortable conditions if the fuel reserves are exhausted.
6 ATON Compact 12.5 ЕВ
Non-volatile, small-sized (70x63x24.5 cm), with 120 sq. m. capacity, the Compact series heating system is a real lifesaver for owners of cold apartments in multi-storey buildings.The combustion chamber does not communicate with the room where the unit stands, and does not emit combustion products, which means that it does not require the creation of a traditional chimney - a side coaxial one is enough. Convection openings are provided in the body, through which heat is supplied directly to the room, so that the boiler can be installed against an external wall, like a conventional convector, without installing additional radiators.
The presented EB version is a double-circuit one. A tubular copper water heater is used, capable of producing up to 300 liters of water at a temperature of 35 ° per hour. Gas consumption is relatively low - in maximum mode, the device consumes no more than 1.5 cubic meters. m / hour With all its advantages, the generator is also quite cheap when purchased. At the same time, "parapetniks" are quite deservedly criticized for the instability of traction and dependence on windy weather. To eliminate this drawback and thereby increase the efficiency of the boiler, it is worthwhile to immediately install a wind shield on the chimney.
5 Alvin EVP-4.5
When an environmentally friendly and technological approach to building heating is required, the cheapest electric boiler will come to the rescue. Its main trump card in the game of heating boilers is the ability to work in an autonomous mode. The only condition for the installation of such a heater will be the presence of an uninterrupted electrical network. The model is capable of heating small areas (up to 45 sq. M.), Which can be an ideal solution for small country houses or shopping stalls. Along with the floor mounting method, a wall mount is also provided. The electric boiler Elvin EVP-4.5 not only does not emit harmful substances into the atmosphere, but it works absolutely silently. Achieve the ideal indoor climate at the touch of a button.
Users note such qualities of this electric boiler as affordable price, compactness, safety, noiselessness. The disadvantages include only low performance and a large load on the 220V power grid.
4 Protherm Wolf 12 KSO
The floor-standing unit is designed for heating up to 120 sq. m. as part of a system with natural circulation of the coolant. It does not require connection to the mains, the boiler is started in the simplest and most reliable way - piezo ignition. The device is equipped with automatic equipment of the Italian manufacturer SIT and has an open combustion chamber. Thanks to this design, it is distinguished by its quiet operation and unpretentious maintenance: it is only necessary to remove soot from the outside in a timely manner and monitor the cleanliness of the heat exchanger inside.
Since the flue gases are evacuated in a natural way, the design includes important elements of the control system: draft sensor, flame control and thermal fuse. The heat exchanger is made of ductile steel that is resistant to internal pressure build-up and can be repaired by welding in the event of a crack. Thus, gas equipment of the Wolf series from a well-known European manufacturer can be classified as simple, cheap to operate, and at the same time reliable and of high quality.
3 Kiturami Twin Alpha 13R
Oddly enough, but the cheapest wall model in a double-circuit design is not of domestic production, but of South Korean production, and is represented by the eminent Kiturami brand. It is not sold in every store, but those who manage to find it may consider themselves lucky. The main difference of the installation is the combination of the advantages of storage boilers with instant heating boilers. The degree of water heating is adjustable in 1 ° steps from 35 to 65 degrees, and the volume of the stainless steel expansion tank is 7 liters.
The developers also worked with the design of the heat exchanger. It is made of copper, but with the use of aluminum in the low-temperature parts - this solution prevents the development of corrosion and prolongs the life of the boiler as a whole.Enough attention was paid to the security system: combustion products are removed from the closed chamber to the street forcibly, a corresponding sensor is built in to timely detect gas leaks, in case of overheating or a sudden power outage, the gas supply is automatically stopped. In general, the owners of this unit are satisfied with it and believe that their purchase was very profitable.
2 Kiturami TURBO HI FIN 13
The Kiturami TURBO HI FIN 13 double-circuit boiler is the cheapest model among liquid heating appliances. It can be used to heat a house up to 150 sq. m. The device compares favorably with compactness, manufacturability and safety. A modern remote control allows you to control the operation of the boiler, comfortably sitting in front of the TV. South Korean engineers managed to achieve a high level of energy savings due to functions such as a timer, shower, as well as absence and presence modes. The self-diagnosis system helps to monitor the boiler operation. For summer residents, the anti-freeze option will be very useful, when the boiler maintains a minimum temperature in the heating circuit during the absence of residents.
Homeowners consider the main advantages of the Kiturami TURBO HI FIN 13 boiler to be its low price, ease of maintenance, and ease of adjustment. The noisy operation of the device is often mentioned among the disadvantages.
1 Lemax Forward 12.5
The cheapest solid fuel boiler was the domestic model Lemax Forward 12.5. The heater is versatile, allowing the homeowner to choose the most economical fuel in the region. The boiler is able to "swallow" various wood, peat, coke, coal. Thanks to the use of a special grade of steel with a thickness of 4 mm, the manufacturer managed to achieve an increase in the service life. The heat exchanger is made of high-quality gray cast iron, it is protected from corrosion by a special heat-resistant coating. Fuel is loaded into the boiler through the upper compartment, which is not only more convenient, but also more profitable from the point of view of uniform fuel distribution. Simplifies the connection procedure and a round chimney with a diameter of 140 mm.
Consumers note such advantages of the Lemax Forward 12.5 boiler as low price, simplicity and reliability. Of the shortcomings, buyers point to the possibility of heating only one circuit.
