7 best radiators for an apartment and a country house

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

In winter, the apartments are kept warm by the central heating system. But the efficiency depends a lot on the batteries themselves. Today many people prefer to install aluminum radiators. Experts pay attention that in many houses the water treatment does not meet the declared standards. Because of this, you have to carefully choose heating systems and various equipment. There is a wide range of aluminum radiators on the market. Such models not only effectively cope with heating living quarters, but also have an attractive appearance.

The best manufacturers of aluminum radiators

Today, aluminum radiators are very popular among consumers in our country. They combine modern design, attractive appearance and high quality workmanship. But it should be remembered that these heating devices perform an important function, therefore, they must be reliable and durable. Their service life is more than one year, so it is better to give preference to proven brands.

Global

The Italian manufacturer Global has established itself well in recent years. The brand's products are very popular among our compatriots. The company was founded in 1971 when it began mass production of aluminum radiators, and made it one of the first in the world. Today it successfully sells its products. She has her own laboratory and research center. The products of the Italian brand have been sold on the Russian market since 1994.

Royal Thermo

Another well-known Italian brand is Royal Thermo. Its products are rapidly gaining popularity due to the combination of elegant appearance and high quality workmanship. The company appeared in the mid-90s, thanks to the merger of the facilities of the British industrial company Iindustrial Investment and a number of Italian construction firms. Since 1998, radiators have been exported to various countries, including Russia. During production, much attention is paid to the design of radiators.

Rifar

Rifar is a Russian brand offering high-quality aluminum radiators that meet high quality standards. It offers products that are most suitable for use in Russian realities, which determined its popularity. The company offers radiators that can be installed on convex and concave walls with a radius of at least 1450 mm.

Rating of the best heating radiators for home and apartment

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best sectional aluminum radiators with side connection	1	Royal Thermo Revolution 350 x14	RUB 6,307
	2	Tessen 500/60 x8	RUB 1,490
	3	Global VOX EXTRA 350 x10	RUB 5,300
	4	Global VOX R 500 x12	RUB 7 800
	5	IPS Elegance 500 578 x8	5 472 rub.
Best aluminum radiator with bottom connection	1	Rifar Alum Ventil 350 x16	11 220 rub.
Best tubular aluminum radiator	1	Purmo Aquilo F1T 90 290 x1	RUB 42,000

Rating of the best sectional aluminum radiators with side connection

Royal Thermo Revolution 350 x14

Rating: 4.9

Products of the Italian brand Royal Thermo Revolution 350 x14 are currently produced in Russia with full quality control. They are adapted for operation in Russian conditions, therefore, they demonstrate high reliability. Radiators are distinguished by a well thought-out design, in which the heated air leaves as easily and quickly as possible through special deflectors. The patented PowerShift technology increases heat dissipation by several percent.

The model of heating radiators can be used both in a conventional central heating system with water and in private systems with antifreeze as a heat carrier. The maximum heat transfer is 1974 W, the permissible temperature is 110 ° C.

Advantages

• efficient distribution of heat energy;

• high quality materials;

• thoughtful design and attractive appearance;

disadvantages

• Sensitive to poor water;

Tessen 500/60 x8

Rating: 4.8

Tessen 500/60 x8 heating radiators are suitable both for an ordinary apartment in a high-rise building, and for a country house and summer cottage. Radiators are made of high quality materials – aluminum alloys with the addition of silicon by injection molding, providing increased resistance to corrosion.

The metal is thick enough to withstand high temperatures and pressures up to 16 bar. Heating is carried out not only from the heated metal, but also due to convection, which occurs due to a well-thought-out design.

Advantages

• light weight – no more than 6 kg for a standard section;

• corrosion resistance and mechanical strength;

• ergonomic design and attractive appearance;

disadvantages

• painting is not always of the proper quality.

Global VOX EXTRA 350 x10

Rating: 4.7

Italian aluminum radiators of heating Global VOX EXTRA 350 x10 have proved themselves well in the Russian market. They are adapted for operation in our conditions, they are able to withstand high temperatures, and are not so demanding on the quality of water. Thanks to this, they can serve for years without any problems.

Heat transfer rates reach 890 W. The radiators are painted using a two-stage technology, so there are no problems with color uniformity. A standard battery weighs about 10 kg and can withstand pressures up to 8 bar, which is quite enough for an ordinary city apartment or private house. Maximum operating temperature 110 C.

Advantages

• high-quality and uniform painting;

• reliability and durability;

• attractive appearance;

disadvantages

• heat transfer and maximum pressure indicators are average.

Global VOX R 500 x12

Rating: 4.7

Global VOX R 500 x12 aluminum heating radiators are presented by an Italian brand on the Russian market. They are manufactured taking into account the current requirements and quality standards, and are suitable for closed and centralized heating systems. The products are made of high-quality alloys with an internal fluorine-zirconium coating, which increases the durability of operation.

The working pressure is 16 bar, which is sufficient for most urban heating systems. One radiator of 12 sections is enough to heat a room of 30 square meters, thanks to heat transfer rates at 193 W. The double-color technology creates a reliable and durable finish.

Advantages

• efficient distribution of heat energy;

• protective coatings;

• high mechanical strength and pressure resistance;

disadvantages

• there are restrictions on operating conditions.

IPS Elegance 500 578 x8

Rating: 4.6

A well-known European brand has launched the production of IPS Elegance 500 578 x8 aluminum radiators at a Russian plant, where full control is carried out for compliance with current standards. They are distinguished by their attractive appearance due to high-quality painting.

The clever design promotes the circulation of heated air throughout the room. Heating radiators are suitable for autonomous and centralized systems, because they were developed taking into account Russian standards. Heat transfer parameters reach 968 W, which is good for heating the entire room. The maximum working pressure is 16 bar, and the maximum temperature, as in previous models, is 110 C.

Advantages

• high heat transfer rates;

• easy installation and operation;

• resistance to corrosion and damage;

disadvantages

• sensitive to bad water;

• additional tools are required to remove air locks.

Rating of the best aluminum radiators with bottom connection

Rifar Alum Ventil 350 x16

Rating: 4.8

Sectional aluminum radiator Rifar Alum Ventil 350 x16 wall type with bottom connection is suitable for centralized and autonomous heating systems. The sections are distinguished by a special geometry and an oval cross-section, which simultaneously increases the maximum allowable pressure to 20 bar and heat transfer to 2448 W.

If necessary, a thermostatic valve can be installed. A standard 16-section radiator can weigh about 19 kg. Attractive appearance combined with high functionality and durability in work.

Advantages

• attractive appearance, high-quality painting;

• bottom connection;

• high heat transfer rates;

disadvantages

• There are no significant disadvantages.

Best tubular aluminum heating radiator

Purmo Aquilo F1T 90 290 x1

Rating: 4.9

The Purmo Aquilo F1T 90 290 x1 ​​tubular aluminum radiator is one of the best models of its kind. The Finnish manufacturer offers a solution for installing a heating battery in the floor, which saves space and maintains an attractive appearance of the room.

The main element is a black copper-aluminum heat exchanger. To improve the heat transfer and heating of the room, fans operating from a voltage of 12 volts are used. The convector performance increases several times without increasing the heating power. The working pressure of the device is 10 bar, and the maximum temperature is 110 C.

Advantages

• compact size, hidden installation;

• modern solution for a country house and a cottage;

• high heat transfer rates and efficient heating;

disadvantages

• additional equipment is required for operation.

Which is the best aluminum radiator?

To heat your home, you should choose not only reliable, but also externally attractive radiators. Today leading Russian and European manufacturers offer many interesting solutions. If earlier the heating batteries in the house did not have a presentable appearance, today it is possible to choose a suitable design without any problems. Different models differ not only in appearance, but also in performance.

To make the right choice, you should pay attention to the key parameters:

1. heat transfer;

2. maximum allowable pressure;

3. installation features;

4. quality of painting.

There are many interesting offers on the market that differ from each other in price. Despite the external similarity, the products can be very different, so it is better to pay attention to the manufacturer. One of the most popular models on the Russian market are IPS Elegance 500 578 and Tessen 500/60, which can be easily attributed to the budget segment. They do their job well for heating.

Italian aluminum radiators Global VOX EXTRA 350 and Global VOX R 500 attract attention with their high quality. The brand inspires great trust and is associated with reliability. When installing such radiators, there is no doubt that they will be able to provide heat to the living space.

Russian manufacturers offer fairly high-quality and at the same time affordable products. Rifar Alum Ventil 350 radiators have proven themselves well and received a lot of positive feedback, both from ordinary consumers and from experts. The disadvantages include the fact that massive radiators weigh a lot, so some effort will be required during installation.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.