To do that, you'll first need to know whether that 30kW output rating (which is a measure of the boiler's power) is for central heating or hot water. As combi boilers have a separate output rating for each one. And these ratings are rarely the same.
Here you’ll find a list of the best combi boilers with a 30kW output for central heating (CH) and the best for domestic hot water (DHW) – jump to the list you need:
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All types of boiler heat the home on demand but only a combi provides instant hot water.
That's because they don't store water in a cylinder – like system boilers and regular boilers (also known as conventional boilers). Instead, they heat water from the mains each time you turn on a hot tap.
For this reason, combi boilers have a central heating output rating as well as a domestic hot water output rating. Both will need to match the needs of your home.
Is a 30kW combi boiler right for my home?
A combi boiler with a DHW output of 30kW is great for homes with a bathroom and ensuite. Meanwhile, a CH output of 30kW suits homes with around 15 radiators.
If you're looking for a combi boiler with a domestic hot water output of 30kW, you should consider one of these:
Ariston Clas One
Baxi 830
Ideal Logic Max
Vaillant ecoTEC Pro
Viessmann 200-W
Worcester Greenstar 8000 Style
Best 30kW combi boilers
CH output
DHW output
Seasonal space heating efficiency
Warranty
Ariston Alteas One Net
28 kW
30 kW
90.3%
12 years
Baxi 830
21.1 kW
30 kW
93%
10 years
Ideal Logic Max C30
24.2 kW
30.3 kW
94%
10 years
Vaillant ecoTEC Pro
25.7 kW
30 kW
Up to 94%
2 years
Viessmann 200-W
25.4 kW
30.5 kW
94%
Up to 10 years
Worcester Greenstar 8000 Style
30 kW
30.2 kW
94%
Up to 12 years
Ariston Alteas One Net combi boiler 30kW
The Ariston Alteas One Net is a highly efficient condensing combi boiler with a sleek black-coloured glass front, which gives it a very modern look and feel. The warranty period of 12 years is one of the most extensive you'll find on a combi boiler. And if you use the heating controls provided with your Ariston boiler, it will achieve an ErP A+ rating.
Benefits of the Alteas One Net
Quiet operation levels that are similar to a fridge freezer
Easy-to-use LCD display gives greater control
Fitted with an XtraTech stainless steel heat exchanger which boasts 142% wider waterways to increase its effectiveness and greatly reduce the risk of a blockage
The 'COMFORT' function ensures that the heat exchanger remains pre-heated to deliver instant hot water when you need it
Weighs only 35.3kg making it lightweight and simple to install
Additional space within the boiler makes installation, servicing and any repairs simple for engineers
The Alteas One Net range includes another combi boiler with an output rating of 35kW.
Baxi 830 combi boiler 30kW
The Baxi 830 is part of the Baxi 800 range of boilers, which are compact, lightweight and fitted with brass hydraulics. It's potentially the most affordable of the best 30kW combi boilers but is still a high-quality heating system that's covered by a lengthy 10 year warranty.
Features of the Baxi 830
Fitted with an ADEY Micro2 magnetic system filter which protects the boiler and entire heating system
Able to fit within a standard kitchen cupboard
Low lift weight (29.2kg) makes for an easier installation
Flue options of up to 20 metres for a flexible installation
Control the boiler wherever you are using a smartphone or tablet
This range from Baxi also includes the 825 (25kW) and 836 (36kW) models.
Ideal Logic Max C30 combi boiler 30kW
Ideal is one of the most reputable boiler brands around and their Logic Max C30 is a highly efficient and effective home heating system. Their confidence in this unit is proven by an extensive 10-year warranty which can be extended to 12 years when installed by an Ideal Max accredited installer.
Features of the Ideal Logic Max
Easy to use thanks to a large backlit LCD digital display
Compact in size which means it can be hidden away in a standard cupboard
Fully-compatible with Ideal controls
Boiler frost protection to prevent the water in the boiler from freezing should the temperature drop below 5°C
If a heating engineer recommends a lower or higher output for the heating and hot water demands of your home, the Logic Max range also offers outputs of 24kW and 35kW.
Vaillant ecoTEC Pro combi boiler 30kW
Vaillant is a manufacturer well known for delivering efficient heating systems and their ecoTEC Pro 30 boasts efficiency of up to 94%. Compared with other combi boilers, the 2 year warranty period of the ecoTEC Pro is relatively short but it can be extended to 7 years when the installation is registered through Vaillant Advance.
Features of the Vaillant ecoTEC Pro
A premium stainless steel heat exchanger increases boiler efficiency
Compact dimensions of 720 x 440 x 338mm (HxWxD) will save space
Awarded Quiet Mark accreditation thanks to low noise levels during operation
Delivers hot water at a rate of 12.3 litres per minute
The 'aquaCOMFORT' feature increases the speed of hot water delivery
Fitted with a low NOx burner and fan that are fully modulating to increase efficiency
Take control of the heating wherever you are using the vSMART app
Other outputs in the Vaillant ecoTEC Pro combi range include 24kW and 28kW models.
Viessmann 200-W combi boiler 30kW
With the ability to achieve efficiency ratings of up to 98%, the Viessmann 200-W is one of the most efficient combi boilers available on the market.
Viessmann 200-W features
Quiet during operation
Modulation range of 1:17 for increased efficiency
Fitted with a stainless steel Inox-Radial heat exchanger to increase efficiency
Control from your smartphone or tablet using the ViCare app
Option to extend the warranty period to 10 years
Output ratings of 26kW and 35kW are also available in this range of Viessmann boilers.
Worcester Greenstar 8000 Style combi boiler 30kW
Not many boilers are available in different colours but Greenstar 8000 Style boilers give you the choice of white or black. So you can make sure it suits your home.
Features of the Greenstar 8000 Style
Take your pick of a black or white unit
A modulation ratio of 1:10 means the boiler can greatly reduce the amount of energy it uses to help lower your bills
Lightweight to make installation easier, help to lower installation costs
Full-colour digital display with clear text
The standard 5 year guarantee can be extended to 12 years
As you can see, there are plenty of top-quality combi boilers to choose from. Of course when it comes to any purchase, we want to get the best value for our money. That’s why it’s crucial to compare installers, as well as the actual boilers, so you can avoid overpaying and poor service.
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These combi boilers are a great option for a home with around 15 radiators.
Best 30kW combi boilers (CH)
CH output
DHW output
Seasonal space heating efficiency
Max warranty
Alpha E-TEC
29.7 kW
32 kW
93%
7 years
Baxi Duo-tec
30.3 kW
33 kW
93%
7 years
Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 838
30.1 kW
38.7 kW
94%
10 years
Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Style
30 kW
30.2 kW
94%
12 years
Only the Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Style features in both lists of the best 30kW combi boilers in 2024.
Alpha E-TEC
The Alpha E-Tec is one of the smallest combi boiler ever made by Alpha at 712mm x 440mm x 255mm, so it can be hidden away in a cupboard.
Features of the Alpha E-TEC
Increased efficiency thanks to a stainless steel heat exchanger
Delivers 14.1 litres of hot water to a tap in a minute
You'll be well covered by a warranty of 7 years
Baxi Duo-tec
Baxi are well-known for making efficient and reliable heating systems and the Duo-tec combi is no different.
Features of the Baxi Duo-tec
A strong flow rate of 13.5 litres per minute
Greater choice of where to fit the boiler thanks to a range of flue lengths
Lengthy warranty of up to 7 years
Designed for easy installation so the installer won't need to be in your home for long
Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 838
The Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 838 has the highest DHW output of all the boilers in this article (38.7kW). So it can comfortably meet the hot water needs of a home with 2 bathrooms.
Features of the ecoTEC Plus 838
A very powerful DHW output of 38.7kW
Delivers a flow rate of 20 litres per minute
Low energy usage thanks to a modulation range of 1:6
Quiet Mark approved to show that it's near-silent as it heats the home
The warranty can be extended from the standard 5 years to 10 years
The Worcester Greenstar 8000 Style is the only combi boiler to offer a 30kW output for both central heating and domestic hot water. Making it the ideal choice for homes with 2 bathrooms and around 15 radiators.
Features of the Greenstar 8000 Style
Take control of the heating and hot water with the Bosch EasyControl app
Pressure will remain strong thanks to the intelligent filling system
Energy consumption is kept to a minimum thanks to a modulation ratio of 1:10
You can extended the warranty to 12 years
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The best 30kW combi boiler prices will be around £815 to £1,550.
This is before adding the installation cost which will typically be priced at between £500 – £1,000. But this completely depends on the ease of installation and rates charged by the installer. Which is why comparing quotes is always a good idea.
Best 30kW Combi Boilers (DHW)
Potential Cost
Ariston Alteas One Net
£1,300
Baxi 830
£955
Ideal Logic Max C30
£1,026
Vaillant ecoTEC Pro 30
£1,211
Viessmann 200-W
£1,550
Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Style
£1,200
Best 30kW Combi Boilers (CH)
Potential Cost
Alpha E-TEC
£815
Baxi Duo-tec
£898
Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 838
£1,408
Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Style
£1,300
30kW combi boiler price: running costs
When considering 30kW combi boiler prices, it’s crucial to take into account the future running costs alongside the upfront costs. The running costs of your boiler will depend on factors such as its efficiency rating and fuel type.
In Great Britain, electricity is significantly more expensive compared to gas and oil. You can find a breakdown of the fuel prices in Great Britain as of September 2023:
Fuel type
Average price (pence/kWh)
Gas
8.0
Oil
9.0
LPG
8.7
Wood pellet
13.8
Electricity (standard rate)
30.0
As already mentioned, the 30kW combi boiler prices in the tables above are only estimates. To get an exact price, you need to receive quotes from heating engineers. We can help you with this.
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All of the best 30kW combi boilers we've highlighted above are fueled by natural gas which can't be installed into off-grid properties. Homes in this situation will need either an LPG or oil boiler, fuels that can be stored onsite.
Fortunately, the majority of the best 30kW combi boilers in 2024 are LPG compatible. Find out which in the table below.
Best 30kW Combi Boilers (DHW)
LPG Compatible?
Ariston Alteas One Net
Yes
Baxi 830
No
Ideal Logic Max C30
Yes
Vaillant ecoTEC Pro
No
Viessmann 200-W
Yes
Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Style
Yes
Best 30kW Combi Boilers (CH)
LPG Compatible?
Alpha E-TEC
Yes
Baxi Duo-tec
No
Intergas Combi Compact Eco RF
Yes
Vaillant ecoTEC Plus 838
No
Worcester Bosch Greenstar 8000 Style
Yes
The alternative to LPG is oil. There aren't any oil combi boilers with an output rating of 30kW but Warmflow and Worcester Bosch have models that could still be suitable.
Oil Combi Boilers
Output Rating
Efficiency
Warranty
Potential Cost
Warmflow Agentis Internal Combi
33 kW
AAA
5 years
£2,470
Worcester Bosch Greenstar Heatslave II
32 kW
91%
2 years
£2,350
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How many radiators your 30kW boiler can run depends on the type of boiler it is. A 30kW combi boiler can run roughly between 10-15 radiators. A 30kW system or regular (conventional) boiler, on the other hand, is suitable for a home with 15-20 radiators.
How big a house will a 30kW boiler heat?
A 30kW boiler will generally heat a medium- to large-sized house. A medium- to large-sized house typically has 3-4 bedrooms with 2-3 bathrooms and 10+ radiators. It’s crucial to look up 30kW combi boiler reviews and talk to a professional heating engineer to ensure you’re getting the correct size of boiler for your home.
How much gas does a 30kW combi boiler use?
How much gas your 30kW combi boiler uses depends on the length of time it is running for. You can calculate your daily gas consumption (measured in kWh) with the calculation: boiler size (kW) x the number of hours used per day. For example, if you use your 30kW boiler for 5 hours per day, you will be using 150kWh of gas each day.
However, it’s important to also consider factors such as your boiler’s efficiency rating and how well your home is insulated when it comes to calculating your 30kW combi boiler running cost.
How much does it cost to run a 30kW boiler per hour?
Your 30kW combi boiler running cost will depend on a number of factors, including your boiler’s fuel type and efficiency rating. It will also depend on how well-insulated your home is. For example, from October 2023, you can expect gas to cost £0.07 per kWh (kilowatt-hour) in the UK. So, if your 30kW boiler uses 30kWh of gas, you will spend £2.10 per hour. However, as mentioned, there are other factors that may affect your total running costs.
