Ceramic Radiators Compared: Cost, Efficiency, Features

When it comes to top tier efficiency and performance, ceramic radiators are hard to beat. Known for their powerful, fast heating and hassle-free installation, they’re an excellent addition to any room in your home. So, if you’re in the market for one, we’re here to make your decision easier. In this blog, we’re breaking down our core range – highlighting what sets each model apart so you can find the right one for you. Let’s get started!

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Efficiency & programming compared

Energy-saving features compared

Moda SmartStone

Top features

• 7 pre-set programs
• WiFi app control
• Energy monitoring via Smart Life

If you're looking for something that's both simple and powerful, the Moda SmartStone might be the one for you. Moda’s all about sleek, stylish, and efficient heating – and this model ticks all those boxes. The ceramic stone elements heat up quickly and keep the warmth circulating for longer. With WiFi control and 24/7 programming, it lets you tailor the heating to your lifestyle, and you can even view your energy usage in real-time when using the Smart Life app. All in all, the SmartStone is a great choice for those who want a reliable room heater that doesn’t break the bank.

Best For: Budget-conscious buyers who want reliable and stylish heating.

Ecostrad iQ Ceramic

Top features:

• Integrated WiFi & voice control
• Large touchscreen display panel
• Versatile motion sensor

The Ecostrad iQ Ceramic is our bestseller for good reason. Over 70,000 customers have chosen it for its impressive heat-retention and smart features. The 2025 version has some great upgrades as a result of direct customer feedback, including a boost mode and redesigned touchscreen display that makes manual control a breeze. It also comes with integrated WiFi and voice control, plus an intelligent motion sensor and the ability to track your energy usage via the Smart Life app.

Best for: Homes looking for style, efficiency and advanced programming at an affordable price point.

Ecostrad Klasse iQ

Top features:

• Precision German engineering
• Individually spot-welded ribs
• Boost mode

If you’re after the best of the best, look no further than the Ecostrad Klasse iQ. Built with precision German engineering, this radiator features high-density ceramic blocks that excel at retaining heat for long-lasting warmth. Its individually spot-welded ribs maximise surface area, ensuring fast and even heat distribution across your space. And unlike many other German radiators, the Klasse iQ comes WiFi-ready straight out of the box – no additional hubs or accessories required.

Best for: Those seeking top-of-the-line efficiency with traditional styling.

Ecostrad Icon iQ

Top features:

• Modern flat front panel
• Quality German manufacturing
• WiFi & voice control

The Ecostrad Icon iQ is the stylish sister of the Klasse iQ. It offers all the same great features, including excellent heat retention and WiFi control, but with a sleek, modern flat-panel design. It’s the first German radiator on the UK market to move away from the traditional ribbed finish, making it perfect for anyone who wants high-quality performance without sacrificing style.

Best for: All the benefits of German engineering with a more contemporary, designer look.

All our ceramic radiators are inherently efficient thanks to the way they heat, but nothing beats our German radiators – the Klasse iQ and Icon iQ. Everything in their design and manufacturing has been rigorously backed by decades of testing to deliver optimal results. They feature the largest ceramic elements and have spot-welded ribs that maximise surface area, allowing them to provide the most residual warmth. That said, if you're after great efficiency on a budget, the iQ Ceramic is a fantastic choice as well. It packs a powerful punch with its performance, even at a lower price point.

• Ceramic element size (average): 1,400 cm³
• Material: Aluminium body for excellent heat conductivity

The Moda SmartStone has the smallest ceramic element in the range, but that doesn’t mean it skimps on performance. Thanks to its aluminium body, it heats up quickly and spreads warmth evenly across the room. While it doesn’t retain heat as long as the other models, it’s still a powerful performer and great for quick, efficient heating.

• Ceramic element size (average): 2,500 cm³
• Material: Aluminium body for responsive heating

The iQ Ceramic ups the ante with nearly double the ceramic element of the SmartStone. This means it retains heat more efficiently and delivers it gradually over time. It heats up in about 10 minutes, and thanks to its excellent residual heat, it only needs to draw power for about 20 minutes an hour.

• Ceramic element size (average): ~6,800 cm³ (the largest of all)
• Material: Steel with deep-set ribs

The Klasse iQ and Icon iQ are the heavyweights in efficiency. They feature the largest ceramic element, averaging around 6,800 cm³, which allows them to retain heat longer – up to 45 minutes after it stop drawing power. The dense ceramic stones in these models have a high thermal mass, so they continue to release heat even when the radiator isn’t actively running. Plus, the deep-set ribs help increase surface area, spreading heat evenly and quickly across the room.

The iQ Ceramic is our most intuitive radiator to program because it’s the result of direct user feedback. With a large touchscreen display panel, you can easily customise your heating without the options becoming overwhelming.

The Moda SmartStone is great for simplicity. Its basic control panel lets you set your heating schedule with 7 pre-set programs that can be customised to your liking. While it doesn’t have the bells and whistles of the other models, it’s perfect if you want a straightforward, no-fuss setup. Compatible with the Smart Life app, you can make changes directly from your phone, so you never have to worry about it running longer than you need.

The iQ Ceramic is all about making programming easy without sacrificing control. Thanks to a redesigned touchscreen, it’s incredibly user-friendly. You’ve got three main modes: Program Mode, Boost Mode and Manual Mode, so you have total flexibility when it comes to managingh yuour heating. What’s great about the iQ Ceramic is that it gives you plenty of customisation options while keeping everything intuitive – no learning curve required.

The Klasse iQ and Icon iQ have their digital displays on the side of the unit, providing easy access to all your programming options. Adjust settings, set schedules, and customise your preferences with ease – or use the app when controlling your heating on the go. Like the iQ Ceramic, the controls use the same familiar icons you’ll find across other Ecostrad products, ensuring a more seamless experience.

The Ecostrad iQ Ceramic contains the most energy-saving features. Its versatile motion sensor is an excellent way to save energy since it can be integrated effortlessly into your heating schedule, or used off the cuff when heating sporadically used spaces.

For simple but effective programming, the Moda SmartStone is a good choice because you can set your weekly programming and then take greater control with the Smart Life app. When in the app, you can monitor your energy usage in real-time, helping you gain better insight into your energy usage.

The Ecostrad iQ Ceramic leads the pack with its versatile motion sensor, making it ideal for energy-conscious households. This smart feature detects when a room is in use, boosting heat to the desired comfort temperature. Once the room is unoccupied, it automatically lowers the temperature, saving energy without requiring any effort from you.

The Klasse iQ and Icon iQ stand out with adaptive start, ensuring your room is warm exactly when you need it. This clever feature calculates the optimal time to turn on and avoids overworking the radiator, maximising energy efficiency.