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Ariston
Ariston is an Italian water heating manufacturer whose Velis Evo electric storage heaters use a twin-tank design to fit slim spaces such as cupboards and utility rooms. They suit a flat, annexe or holiday let with no boiler-fed hot water.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Built in
Italy (Fabriano)
Manufacturing since
1930
UK availability
Available in the UK, smaller network
Sold in the UK through plumbing and electrical wholesalers, common in flats and outbuildings without a boiler-fed supply.
What Ariston builds
Ariston model ranges
| Range | What it is |
|---|---|
| Velis Evo | slimline electric storage water heater, 45-80 litres |
| Andris | compact electric storage water heater |
How Ariston compares
These are the makes buyers actually cross-shop against Ariston.
Ariston vs Baxi
Baxi has made boilers in Britain since 1866 and now builds its gas boilers at a factory in Preston. Its 600 and 800 combi ranges are common replacements in houses and flats, and it also sells heat pumps and commercial heating.
Ariston vs Daikin
Daikin is a Japanese climate control manufacturer whose Altherma 3 H HT range is built for higher flow temperatures, making it suited to boiler-replacement jobs with existing radiators. It is installed by Daikin-trained heating installers across the UK.
Ariston vs Gledhill
Gledhill is a UK cylinder maker whose Stainless Lite Plus range spans 90 to 400 litres, carrying a 25 year cylinder guarantee. Its corrugated coil design is built for faster reheat when paired with a boiler or heat pump.
Ariston vs Glow-worm
Glow-worm has made gas boilers in Belper, Derbyshire since 1934 and is part of the same group as Vaillant. Its Energy and Ultimate ranges are a common budget-to-mid-price choice for replacement combis.
Ariston vs Grant
Grant is a UK maker best known for oil boilers in off-gas-grid homes, and its Aerona3 R32 heat pump range serves the same rural market. Its G1 accredited installer scheme carries a 7 year warranty as standard.
UK companies hiring and selling Ariston
No listed company has told us they carry Ariston yet.
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GetBrent is an independent directory of UK hire and sales companies. We are not a Ariston dealer and have no affiliation with, or endorsement from, Ariston. The Ariston name and model names are trademarks of their owner, used here only to identify the products they refer to. Specifications vary by model year and market - always confirm weights, dimensions and towing limits with the supplier before hiring or buying.
