Helix or Herpstat

[MeMe]

^ logs

i have a helix

logs.

the precious helix.

[monk90222]

I think we have a Ranco. (other)

I use ranco's on my oil filled heater for the ambient temps...

[LadyOhh]

I have Herpstats, and I really love mine.

I have the one that can do 4 racks at once, and it is the greatest thing! It also beeps, as was mentioned, when probes fall out and such.

I may try a Helix just to see what all the fuss is about though.

I have a Ranco too. (Meh)

[clipclopclip]

I have had a HElIX mis function. I would go with Herpstat. I do not trust Helix now.

[snakelady]

I've got a helix. works great for me.

[frankykeno]

We have a Helix which we love. It runs two large racks. At some point we may well also get the Herpstat Pro because of it's ability to handle 4 different things (as Ed said, incubator, hatchling rack, etc.). I think they are both great brands with good histories so it's really I think a personal choice based on what works for your particular setup and your wallet.

[pythontricker]

Do herpstats tell humidity?

[Nate]

Do herpstats tell humidity?

No...sure would be a nice feature tho

[NightLad]

I use a single herpstat for my pet BP. It has worked great and I've never had an issue with it. When I was debating helix/herpstat I actually wrote the companies to ask questions. What impressed me the most with Herpstat is that the owner himself actually wrote me back with detailed information. We exchanged a few emails and I continued to be impressed. For me, there was no question who I'd be buying from. I hope that helps!

Do herpstats tell humidity?

No, for that you need a humastat. Digital is much better than dial or stick-on. Most people use a Accurite model, although Exoterra make small external humastats with internal probes, too. I use an Accurite in my BP enclosure, and a Exoterra with my Crested Gecko. They both do the job.

I do NOT recommend the Flukers digital temp/humidity two-in-one model. When I bought two their temps were way out of wack, and the humidity was off by 10% both ways. Just terrible.

[Somed00d]

Do herpstats tell humidity?

they just came out with a herpstat humidity controller that can run humidifiers/fogger/mister systems. but it doesn't control temperature.