Congrats on your new BP Kip. If you're looking for an inexpensive but reliable UTH and thermostat I would check out the Ultratherm uths and the Hydrofarm Jumpstart t-stats. I've used both for years with no issues.
http://www.reptilebasics.com/ultratherm-heat-pads
https://www.amazon.com/Hydrofarm-MTP...art+thermostat