So I currently have an ExoTerra large (36"x18"x18") with my banana BP (475 grams). I have two Zilla thermostats(on/off) , one on a CHE, the other on an UTH. 89f hot spot, 83.5f ambient on hot side, 79f ambient on cool side.

A few days ago I found a good deal on CL for 2 Pro Heat radiant heat panels (65 watt) and 1Vivarium Electronics VE-200D thermostat, and 1 Herpstat 1 Redline thermostat. So of course I couldn't pass up all that for $120...

So my question is, would I be better off putting one of the RHPs in the tank to replace the CHE? Everything I've read seems to say it will heat more evenly, plus I wouldn't have a big light on top of the cage for the CHE anymore.

Another question is about the thermostats. Since I now have 2 of the Zilla thermostats, the Herpstat 1 redline, and the Vivarium Electronics VE-200D....

Should I use the VE-200d and the Herpstat 1 Redline since they are better quality and have an actual temperature readout?

Thanks for any help and info. https://imgur.com/zA893Na