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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.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Built in
Japan (Osaka)
Manufacturing since
1924
UK availability
Good UK dealer coverage
Sold in the UK through Daikin-trained heating installers alongside its air conditioning dealer network.
What Daikin builds
Daikin model ranges
| Range | What it is |
|---|---|
| Altherma 3 H HT | high temperature monobloc air source heat pump |
| Altherma 3 R | air to water heat pump range |
How Daikin compares
These are the makes buyers actually cross-shop against Daikin.
Daikin vs 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.
Daikin 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.
Daikin 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.
Daikin 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.
Daikin 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 Daikin
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