I have never used reptile basic RHPs so I can not give an opinion. I know there are peeps you use them with no problems. I do use pro products and highly recommend them. I guess I am bias but you will not be disappointed with pro products. I do purchase my ultratherm heat mats through reptile basic. Just so you know, RHPs from pro products are white if that matters. And yes I do recommend ultratherm heat pads, but that is just my opinion.