Herschel iQ R2 Receiver for Infrared Heating Control
Wireless receiver and internet gateway for Herschel infrared heaters, designed to work with the Herschel T2 thermostat and SmartLife app.
Eco Friendly Heating are delighted to recommend the Herschel iQ R2 Receiver, which is specifically designed to control Herschel infrared heaters. The R2 operates with the Herschel T2 thermostat and forms an important part of a smarter, more flexible heating control setup.
The R2 is the switch that turns your heaters on and off and must be wired to the heaters and mains power. It also acts as the internet gateway for the T2, enabling you to control the system through the SmartLife app. This makes it a practical choice for buyers who want app-based heating control, room-by-room comfort and better day-to-day management of infrared heating.
If you are comparing thermostat and receiver options, our Infrared Heating Thermostats Guide explains the difference between receivers, wireless thermostats, WiFi controls and centralised heating management. You can also browse our Thermostats Collection, Wireless Thermostats and WiFi Thermostats collections to compare different control routes.
How the R2 Receiver Works
The R2 pairs wirelessly with the T2 thermostat and receives control commands from the T2 to switch the heater or heaters on and off. Because it is hard-wired to the heater circuit and mains power, it acts as the switching point between the heating controls and the infrared heaters themselves.
This means the thermostat can be positioned where room temperature is best measured, while the receiver handles the switching duties discreetly in the background.
- Pairs wirelessly with the Herschel T2 thermostat
- Hard-wired to heater(s) and mains power
- Acts as the internet gateway for SmartLife app control
- Receives on/off commands from the T2 thermostat
Ideal for Zoned Infrared Heating
One of the main strengths of the R2 is that additional R2 receivers can be added to the same T2 thermostat. This allows several heaters within one room or zone to work together under the same control point, which is especially useful in larger spaces or layouts using more than one infrared heater.
That makes the R2 a strong option for:
- Living rooms and open-plan domestic spaces
- Bedrooms and home offices using Herschel infrared panels
- Garden rooms and studios
- Commercial rooms using multiple heaters in one zone
- Projects where app control and cleaner zoning are important
For larger projects and zoning strategy, our Commercial Heating Thermostats Guide and Heating for Offices & Commercial Interiors pages are useful next steps.
Smart App Control and Everyday Usability
Because the R2 acts as the internet gateway for the T2 thermostat, it opens up SmartLife app control for your Herschel heating system. This gives users more flexibility to manage heating schedules and room comfort more efficiently.
The receiver also includes a useful 1 hour Boost function, allowing quick short-term heat when needed, while all other main control functions are handled through the T2 thermostat or the SmartLife app.
- SmartLife app integration for easier control
- 1 hour Boost function for temporary extra heat
- Supports smarter energy management through zoning and scheduling
- Good fit for buyers who want app-based infrared control
Why the Right Receiver Matters
With infrared heating, controls matter just as much as heater choice. The right receiver and thermostat combination can improve comfort, simplify zoning and help avoid unnecessary heater runtime.
Used correctly, the R2 and T2 combination can help:
- Control multiple Herschel heaters in one room more effectively
- Improve comfort through more accurate thermostat placement
- Enable app control for easier heating management
- Support better efficiency by avoiding uncontrolled runtime
To plan your heating output more accurately, our Infrared Heat Loss Calculator and Infrared Heating Running Costs & Sizing Guide are both useful resources.
Key Features
- Designed specifically for Herschel infrared heaters
- Works with the Herschel T2 thermostat
- Acts as the switching unit for heater control
- Hard-wired to heaters and mains power
- Acts as the internet gateway for SmartLife app control
- Pairs wirelessly with the T2 thermostat
- Additional R2 receivers can be added to one T2 thermostat
- Includes 1 hour Boost function
- Suitable for zoned room-by-room infrared heating
FAQ's
What does the Herschel iQ R2 Receiver do?
The R2 is the switching device that turns compatible Herschel infrared heaters on and off. It works with the T2 thermostat and also provides the internet gateway for SmartLife app control.
Does the R2 work on its own?
No. The R2 is designed to operate with the Herschel T2 thermostat as part of a wider control system.
Can one T2 thermostat control more than one R2 receiver?
Yes. Additional R2 receivers can be paired to the same T2 thermostat, allowing several heaters in one room or zone to work together.
Is this suitable for app control?
Yes. The R2 acts as the internet gateway, allowing the system to be controlled through the SmartLife app.
Does the R2 include a boost function?
Yes. The receiver includes a 1 hour Boost function for temporary extra heat when needed.
Is professional installation required?
Yes. Because the R2 must be wired to the heater circuit and mains power, installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician.
Need help planning Herschel controls or infrared zoning?
Start with our Infrared Heating Thermostats Guide, use the Heat Loss Calculator, or request help with layout and installation through the Eco Friendly Heating Contact Form.
