If you’re looking for a powerful Viessmann boiler with excellent energy efficiency; lower emissions; and simple operation; then you should consider the Vitodens 200-W.
Described by Viessmann as: ‘the new generation of heating systems’; the B2KB (combi Viessmann boiler) and B2HB (system Viessmann boiler); are the latest evolution of the Viessmann Vitodens 200 Boiler range.
Future-proof; durable and digital; the Vitodens 200-W is a hydrogen ready boiler (H2 20% blend) that sets the standard for the future.
As well as being awarded the Which? Best Buy Status for several years in a row; the Vitodens 200-W has been praised by Heat Geek; for its incredible 1:19 modulation ratio. This currently far outperforms any other domestic gas boiler available.
If you want to learn more about this boiler, then read on!
Who is Viessmann?
Let’s start with the manufacturer…
If you’ve done any research into boiler brands, you’re bound to have come across Viessmann.
Renowned for their cutting-edge technology; Viessmann is a family-owned company that has an established international reputation for producing highly reliable and energy efficient boilers.
Viessmann has taken an industry-leading approach to technology and innovation; engineering boilers to integrate seamlessly with renewable and alternative energy sources. So, whatever the future of heating, a Viessmann boiler will be ready!
Viessmann is popular with customers too.
The Viessmann’s Vitodens combi boiler range has been awarded Which? Best Buy status in the 2021 satisfaction survey of UK boiler owners and installers.
Viessmann was one of just two brands to have products awarded Which? Best Buy in 2021 and only narrowly missed out on the top spot, which went to Worcester Bosch.
Viessmann was praised for excellent reliability and customer satisfaction; as well as great build quality, and ease of repair and servicing.
So, if you’re looking for a reliable and efficient boiler, a Viessmann might be right for you.
Now let’s look at one of the popular boilers in the Viessmann range, the 200-W…
What are the key features of the Viessmann Vitodens 200-W?
If you just want an ‘at a glance’ look at what the 200-W has to offer; then we’ve got you covered. Here are the key features of the 200-W:
- Available in a range of sizes as a combi and system boiler;
- Modern and compact design with a 7-inch colour touchscreen;
- Quiet operation;
- Highly energy efficient with up to 98% of the fuel used being converted into heat;
- Built-in weather compensation;
- Easy to control – can be integrated with smart thermostats such as Nest and Tado and controlled via a smartphone;
- Environmentally responsible MatriX cylinder burner with Lambda Pro Plus combustion;
- Inox-Radial stainless steel heat exchanger;
- Easy to maintain.
But if you want to get into the nitty gritty about what makes this boiler so special, stay with us…
What are the benefits of choosing the Viessmann Vitodens 200-W?
The Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is a boiler with a lot to offer. Here are some of the advantages of choosing this model:
1. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is available in a range of sizes as a combi and system boiler
The 200-W is a wall-mounted gas condensing boiler available as either a combi (B2KB) or a system boiler (B2HB).
If you’re not sure what type of boiler you need; you should check out our related blogs on combi, heat-only and system boilers.
The 200-W is also available in a range of different sizes with a rated heating output of 1.6 to 35 kW; to cater for the needs of different homes and lifestyles.
2. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W features a modern and compact design
The Vitodens 200-W isn’t bad to look at either!
With its modern; functional design and touch-screen; you may not want to hide it away in a kitchen cupboard; although this is possible, thanks to its compact design (360 mm (D) x 450 (W) x 700 (L)).
3. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is very quiet
If you’d rather your boiler was seen and not heard; you’ll be happy to know that the 200-W has a very low operating noise of 39 dB(A) maximum (26 kW). So you’ll barely notice it’s on.
4. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is highly energy efficient
But we think the real selling point of this boiler is its energy efficiency.
All modern boilers must be A-rated for energy efficiency, with most achieving around 92% efficiency. But the Viessmann Vitodens 200-W exceeds this considerably!
Operating at up to 98% efficiency, the 200-W is one of the most efficient boilers currently on the market.
To put this in perspective; the A-rated 200-W only loses 2p in every £1 you spend on heating during the heating process. 98% of what you spend is converted into heat.
But if you compare that to an old G-rated boiler with 70% efficiency; a whopping 30p in every £1 is wasted.
So, an energy efficient boiler can help you to save money on your energy bill; as well as reducing your carbon footprint.
And with the current price of gas, you’ll want to be as energy efficient as possible!
Viessmann Vitoden’s 200-W modulation range
One of the reasons why the 200-W is so efficient, is its incredible modulation range of up to 1: 19. The 200-W can automatically reduce its power output (thereby burning less gas) to precisely match the heat demand.
The 200-W can modulate its output from 35kW to 1.6kW with a total of 19 different heat outputs.
This means that instead of blasting out its maximum power output of 35kW consuming unnecessary energy and overheating the home; the 200-W automatically reduces its output by turning down its flame.
Having such a good modulation range means that the 200-W can run much longer and cooler than other boilers on the market.
You’ll use less gas and will have a more consistent home environment that doesn’t suffer from spikes of over and under heating.
Another advantage is that there will be less boiler cycling, and so there will be a lower level of stress placed upon the boiler, potentially extending its lifespan.
5. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W has weather compensation
Another reason why the Vitodens 200-W is so efficient, is its use of weather compensation technology.
Weather compensation is a heating control that can save you up to 15% on your energy bills (according to Viessmann).
Weather compensators ensure that your boiler only burns as much fuel as is needed to match the heat lost from your home.
And this is where the outdoor temperature matters – the weather is the main influence on how much heat your home needs.
You’ll have noticed that you need your heating on more during a cold winter than in the summer – and that’s because heat is lost quicker on a cold day.
Because the weather constantly changes (particularly in Britain!), the amount of heat output needed from your boiler to warm up your home also changes. And as the name suggests, a weather compensator compensates for this.
By placing a sensor on the outside wall of your home, the weather compensation control monitors the indoor and outdoor temperature.
When the outside temperature changes, the control tells the boiler to increase or decrease its output to compensate.
Weather compensation controls are pro-active mechanisms that consistently keep your home at the correct temperature, rather than just allowing your boiler to operate on a simple ‘on/off’ cycle.
This intelligent heating control can help save you money, whilst also keeping your home warm, whatever the weather!
6. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is easy to control
As well as having a 7-inch colour touch display, the Viessmann Vitodens 200-W has an integrated WiFi interface.
This allows you to connect your boiler to the internet and to smart thermostats such as Nest and Tado.
Viessmann’s ViCare app allows you to operate your boiler remotely via a smartphone or tablet.
So, wherever you are in the world, you can make changes to your heating schedule with the tap of a button.
And a nifty feature of the ViCare app, is that it can automatically notify an engineer should a fault be detected in your system.
Not only that, but ‘ViGuide’ shows your engineer the status of your heating system at a glance and lets them see fault messages; call up spare parts; and make remote parameter adjustments. This helps your engineer to commission your boiler perfectly every time.
And then there’s the energy cockpit…
7. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W has an energy cockpit
The Viessmann ViCare app contains the Viessmann Energy Management system. This consists of a system overview on the dashboard, an energy cockpit with live view as well as a detailed analysis of your gas and electricity meters.
The energy cockpit allows you to monitor your heating systems’ electricity and gas usage, for both hot water and heating independently.
This data can be helpful in enabling you to make small changes to your habits to minimise your energy usage.
The energy cockpit offers an advantage over typical smart meters that also include energy consumption from your other home appliances.
The energy cockpit also measures solar thermal yields, if you’ve integrated solar panels with your boiler. Having this data allows you and your engineer to make tweaks to improve the efficiency of your heating system.
8. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W has a highly efficient MatriX cylinder burner with Lambda Pro Plus
The Vitodens 200-W features the Viessmann MatriX cylinder burner with Lambda Pro Plus, the industry’s first intelligent combustion management system.
These technologies minimise fuel consumption and NOx and CO2 emissions.
The Viessmann Lambda combustion control system measures the combustion quality and automatically adjusts the fuel to air mixture to maximise efficiency.
If the UK gas grid switches to a blend of 80% natural gas and 20% hydrogen in the future, Lambda Pro will keep the 200-W operating reliably and efficiently.
Viessmann’s new ‘LPro Control Plus’ allows the boiler to automatically adjust to work on LPG, E-gas, H-gas, shale, LNG, hydrogen generated from wind energy and PV energy, synthetic methane and upgraded biogas. So, it seems fair to say it’s ‘future-proof’!
9. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is equipped with Viessmann’s patented Inox-Radial stainless steel heat exchanger
As with all Viessmann boilers, the Vitodens 200-W comes equipped with Viessmann’s patented Inox-Radial stainless steel heat exchanger.
Many boiler manufacturers use aluminum for their heat exchangers, but stainless steel makes all the difference.
Stainless steel is exceptionally durable, and much more resistant to corrosion. Viessmann are so confident in it, they offer a 10-year guarantee on it.
The Inox-Radial heat exchanger also converts the energy used into heat with exceptional efficiency of 98 percent.
10. Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is easy to maintain
The Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is easy to maintain and service, with all components being accessible from the front.
And as we mentioned earlier, when controlling the 200-W via the ViCare app, a Viessmann Trained Installer can automatically be notified in the event of a fault.
What guarantee is available on the Viessmann Vitodens 200-W?
Viessmann offers a standard 5-year warranty on the Viessmann Vitodens 200-W, which can be extended up to 12 years by a Viessmann trained Installer, such as The Heating People.
To maintain your boiler’s warranty, it’s vital to have it serviced annually by a Gas Safe engineer.
Final thoughts…
The Viessmann Vitodens 200-W is a powerful and efficient boiler which is perfect for larger detached and semi-detached homes.
If you want heating with an unprecedented level of efficiency, and all the bells and whistles, then this boiler could be for you.
For tailored advice on whether this (or any other boiler) is right for your home, contact one of our friendly team at The Heating People today.
