Ideal Heating
UK's home-grown heating brand going heat pump
Ideal Heating is a solid choice for UK homeowners. From UK, founded 1906. Heat output range: 5 kW - 12 kW. SCOP: Up to 3.8. Noise: 42-52 dB.
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Score breakdown
+Pros
- UK company with strong domestic installer relationships
- Lowest installed cost of major brands post-grant
- Familiar interface for Gas Safe engineers
- Straightforward installation — reduced labour costs
- Good customer service reputation
-Cons
- Lower SCOP than Japanese or premium European brands
- Newer to heat pumps — less field track record
- Limited max output (12 kW) — not for large homes
Best for
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Top models
| Model | Heat output | SCOP | Approx. installed price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logic Air 5kW | 5 kW | 3.8 | £4,000-5,500 installed |
| Logic Air 8kW | 8 kW | 3.7 | £5,500-7,000 installed |
| Logic Air 12kW | 12 kW | 3.5 | £6,500-9,000 installed |
Prices shown include installation and are after the £7,500 BUS grant where applicable. Correct as of April 2026.
Ideal Heating heat pump - common questions
Ideal Heating is a well-known UK boiler brand with a strong installer network and competitive pricing. Their Logic Air heat pump range is MCS-approved and BUS-eligible. SCOP ratings (up to 3.8) are among the lower end of the market, but Ideal's appeal is low installed cost and easy access to Gas Safe trained engineers who are also heat pump certified.
The Ideal Logic Air achieves SCOP up to 3.8, which is the lower end of the market. In practice, this means slightly higher annual running costs than Japanese or premium European brands. The cost difference is typically £30-80/year versus mid-range brands — offset in part by lower upfront installation costs.
Yes. Ideal Logic Air heat pumps are MCS-approved and fully eligible for the £7,500 BUS grant. Ideal's extensive Gas Safe engineer network means finding an MCS-certified installer is typically straightforward.
After the £7,500 BUS grant, Ideal Logic Air installations typically cost £3,500-7,000 — among the lowest of any major brand. This makes Ideal a strong option for budget-conscious buyers who want a UK brand with a familiar installer base.
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Important disclaimer
www.heatpumpcompared.co.uk is editorially independent and not affiliated with any heat pump manufacturer or installer. We do not provide heating advice. Prices, specifications, SCOP ratings and grant amounts are correct as of April 2026 but are subject to change. Always commission a professional heat loss survey before purchasing a heat pump system.