A fact-only comparison of the two product lines. Choose the product line first; surface selection comes after.
| Product detail | Comfort · Basic | Radiant · Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Product role | Non-heated, comfort-first entry point | Premium option with integrated hydronic heating |
| Integrated radiant heating | No | Yes · hydronic |
| Heating source | Not applicable | Designed for a boiler or heat-pump water heater |
| Shared panel concept | Finished surface, gel cushioning, structural subfloor | Finished surface, gel cushioning, structural subfloor |
| Surface selection | Eight named surface choices | Eight named surface choices |
Independent studies support subjective comfort benefits for cushioned flooring in general, with mixed findings. No independent gel-floor or ThermaSlab-specific comfort verification was found. This research does not support clinical pain-relief claims.