
Reptile care
JumpStart by Hydrofarm Digital Thermostat Controller for Heat Mats, MTPRTC, Water Resistant Probe, Celcius or Farenheit Read-Out, 6' Cord
by JumpStart
Customer Verdict
Customers find the thermostat reliable and easy to use, particularly for reptile terrariums and seed starting, with one customer noting its success with leopard geckos. The temperature control is effective at maintaining desired temperatures, and customers consider it good value for money. The accuracy and durability receive mixed reviews - while some find it incredibly accurate, others report inaccurate readings, and while some units last four seasons of seed starting, others fail within two years. <!-- k-injected k+b64 eyJrLW9ic2VydmUiOiIiLCJrLWNvbXBvbmVudCI6IlNoYXJlZENvbnRlbnQtOG96aXhjXzg5czBncmJfIiwiay1pZCI6ImZkZTcyNTMyLTdmMDYtNDY1NC1iY2ExLTQ2NjNkNWQ4NDNhMiIsImstZGF0YSI6eyJzaGFyZWRTZW50aW1lbnRzIjpbeyJhc3BlY3RzIjpbeyJzdW1tYXJ5IjoiQ3VzdG9tZXJzIGZpbmQgdGhhdCB0aGUgdGhlcm1vc3RhdCB3b3JrcyB3Z
Brand
Hydrofarm
Model Name
Jump Start MTPRTC UL LISTED Digital Controller Thermostat for Heat Mats
Product Dimensions
2"D x 3"W x 5"H
Controller Type
Hand Control
Special Feature
Controllable range of 68°F - 108°F
Video previews
3 clipsAbout this item
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The only safety ETL certified thermostat on the market
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Provides constant optimal temperatures for germination/rooting
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Ideal in homebrewing for maintaining desired fermentation temperature, and perfect for temperature control in reptile terrariums and small pet enclosures.
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LED heating indicator light and Digital temperature control
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Controllable range of 68°F - 108°F, Choice of Celsius or Fahrenheit readout (press Up or Down button to change)
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1 Year Warranty
What Customers Are Saying
Based on 3,763 customer ratings
Customers find that the thermostat works well and is reliable, with one customer specifically mentioning its effectiveness with reptile heat mats.
837 mentions
Customers appreciate the thermostat's temperature control capabilities, as it works perfectly to maintain a set temperature and is simple to adjust. One customer specifically mentions keeping their plants at 80 degrees.
683 mentions
Customers find the thermostat to be a great controller, with one customer noting it performs better than a rheostat.
356 mentions
Customers find the thermostat easy to use and set, with controls that are simple to operate and adjust. One customer mentions it's convenient for indoor starter gardens, while another notes it can control multiple heating mats.
306 mentions
Customers find the thermostat offers good value for money, describing it as a great budget controller that works perfectly within its price range.
239 mentions
Customers find the thermostat suitable for reptile use, particularly for terrariums, snake cages, and lizard habitats.
126 mentions
Customers have mixed experiences with the thermostat's accuracy, with some finding it fairly and incredibly accurate, while others report that the probe does not read temperatures very accurately.
154 mentions
Customers have mixed experiences with the thermostat's durability, with some reporting it going strong after 4 seasons of seed starting, while others mention it lasting only two years or being useless for long-term use.
82 mentions
Product Specifications
| Controller Type | Hand Control |
| Additional Features | Controllable range of 68°F - 108°F |
| Specific Uses For Product | Animal Accessories |
| Temperature Control Type | Heating |
| Connectivity Technology | Electric |
| Power Source | Electric |
| Voltage | 230 Volts |
| Display Type | Digital |
| Control Type | Dial Control |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Backlight | Yes |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Color | Ul Listed |
| Product Style | Modern |
| Material Type | Plastic |
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