Best Thermostat for single rack?

I'm building my first rack for medium(4ft-6ft) snakes. I'm using 11inch flexwatt for back heat. What would be the most inexspensive and practical thermostat for this and where can i find it? So far the BAH-1000dc from big apple herp looks like it would be ideal. Just wondering if there are any better suited products?

I'd check out the Newtek Alife 1000 w Thermostat. It runs a little less than the Big Apple Herp one and has a lot of satisified customers out there. It's simple to use and I have yet to hear anything bad about it. I think you can find some positive reviews elsewhere here on the classifieds as well too.

I've been using Johnson Controls Thermostats from Reptile Basics for many years with no problems.

I'm using a ranco now, but I think a herpstat 2 would be great because I notice slight difference between my top shelf and bottom shelf. Two probes would help a lot IMO.

I agree with Nick (FocalX) on this one I run 2 thermostats well for 2 reasons but thats another story But yes two probes would help keep temps on the top and bottom shelf more at the same temp ( This is one reason why I run two thermostats)

How much do those usually go for?

The Alife Thermostats typically run less than $35.00 and as I said and many other satisfied users will agree, it's one of the best for the money.

Johnson's run from $80.00 to $105.00 depending on whether you are getting them pre-wired for night drop.

Ranco run from $60 to $150 depending on how they're wired and what model.

If you are ok spending the cash for a Johnson's or Ranco I would go ahead and spend a little extra for a top of the line Helix digital thermostat. Helix run in the $150 range and that includes the shipping.

I have a Herpstat ND. I believe you can pick up the green backlit Herpstat ND for about 130 shipped. The reviews and ratings for it were phenomenal. I dont know that I'll ever buy anything else. I give Spyder Robotics 5 stars. Good Luck!

I found my Ranco new and unwired for about $52 shipped off eBay. Wiring it is super easy adn when you DIY, you can cut, trim and use power cords of your own choice. It's great.

Something about a herpstat just screams pro though. I love the feel and look. I should be getting another shot at a herpstat 2 today if the deal works out.

Having two probes wold be great. I wish i had considered that when i bought mine. I also think that the Herpstat II is able to handle a good deal more watts. Can you get steady temps with the ranco(and the people who have johnsons, or any other on/off control?) That was the deciding factor for me, I read that it was too hard to actually achieve and maintain the temperatures.