Boiler choices: Baxi, Worcester or Valiant?

davidKnowNotMuch

I'm currently about to have my combi boiler replaced. Basically I've been offered 3 choices which are in our budget: 28kw Eco Tec Pro Valiant, Worcester Bosch 28I Junior or a Baxi(Not sure which but take it's 28, whatever that means). Probably pretty standard boilers.

Because each boiler guy has their own reasons for selling there choice of boiler (over stock, deals etc), I just want some independent advice on which one is the best choice (Not just best build but also best warranty aftercare). I would appreciate any advice, Cheers!

Cardew

WHICH gives Worcester Bosch(all models) as their Best Buy. After care is largely down to the plumber.


28kW is the output of the boiler - with a combi it is the ability to heat water for baths etc that is the important issue.

Mister_G

I've had a Vaillant Ecotec Pro for over 5 years now and it has been totally reliable. I believe that with the Ecotec Plus range, if it is installed by a Vaillant approved installer, there is an option to extend the warranty from 5 to 7 years.

davidKnowNotMuch

Yeah all of them have mentioned that the boiler comes with a 7 year warranty. That's kind of what I'm getting at with the aftercare Cardew as I suspect it would be covered by the warranty to some extent? I suppose the choice would be between the Valiant and the Worcester Bosch. Anyone had much experience / advice with either?

Cardew

davidKnowNotMuch wrote: »

I suppose the choice would be between the Valiant and the Worcester Bosch. Anyone had much experience / advice with either?

This has been covered many times.


Boilers use 'bought in common parts' - especially electronics. There really little point in comparing a 10 year old, say, Baxi with a new model. The new model could be much better or worse than the old model.


A few years ago you would have been called stupid for recommending a Skoda car, now they are one of the better cars on the road.