Chick Brooder Heater Plate, 12"x16" Warmer Brooder Plate for Chicks with Adjustable Height & Temperature Display, 30W Temperature Control Brooder Heating Plate for 40 Baby Chicks Duck

I hatch out several groups of chicks during the early part of the year. What I'm not thrilled about is seeing what it costs to run several 250 watt heat lamp bulbs at a time - it's expensive. While I'm extremely careful with checking bulbs and cleaning dust off daily, putting covers over brooders, minding cord placement, and secondary securing methods, there's still always risk associated with bulb usage. So, I decided to switch over to brooder plates for some. Also, I live in Minnesota where it can still get very cold and snowy into the month of April. But it's highly beneficial to start birds as early so they can grow as much as possible before next winter rolls in. The trick is getting them acclimated and outside without stressing them too much or having them chill. This year, thanks to the warmer temps, I was able to start in January. I had several large groups (+10) that were already a few weeks old so a smaller plate wouldn't get me very far, so I opted for the largest. These plates are extremely quick to assemble and snap together like the name brand ones. They do take a little bit of time to heat up but they are comfortable to the touch. I currently have about 12 week-old chicks under one and there's still ample room underneath. Another benefit is that it gives the chicks a more natural night/day. Also, chicks under plates seem to feather out faster (which makes sense) and will allow me to remove the heat source sooner than I would for chicks under a red bulb. I will still prefer to raise them under a heat lamp for the first week so they get a good, solid start but I'll most likely be ordering more of these for the future. Great size, effective, and easy on the wallet.

Absolutely love this product! I'll never turn back to lights!! This thing works so much better in my brooder set up. The heat is evenly placed so i dont worry about fires getting started like with lights where the heat is pin pointed in one spot heating it up like a magnifying glass with sun. Ive used it with multiple batches of chicks and they r all healthy and happy and warm chicks! Its easy to set up easy to clean and worth every freaking penny!! Get this and throw out ur lights!

As a new chick parent, I quickly learned the importance of keeping my little fluffballs warm and comfortable. After some research, I landed on the Shaledig Chick Brooder Heating Plate, and let me tell you, it's been a lifesaver! What I love about the Shaledig Brooder Plate: Warmth like a mother hen: This plate provides gentle, consistent heat that mimics the warmth of a mother hen, ensuring my chicks stay cozy and thriving. Adjustable height: This feature is truly genius! As my chicks grow, I can easily raise the plate to accommodate their increasing height, preventing overheating and ensuring they always have access to that crucial warmth. Peace of mind: Knowing my chicks are safely nestled under the warmth of the plate gives me so much peace of mind. It allows me to relax and focus on enjoying their adorable antics without worrying about temperature fluctuations. Easy to use and clean: Setting up and using the plate was a breeze! It's intuitive and requires minimal fuss. Cleaning is equally simple, making it a low-maintenance addition to my brooder setup. Bonus points for: Durable construction: This plate feels sturdy and well-made, giving me confidence it will last through multiple batches of chicks. Safe and secure: The design ensures my chicks won't get accidentally burned or injured while using the plate. Who is this plate for? The Shaledig Brooder Plate is a must-have for any chick enthusiast, from hatchling hobbyists to seasoned poultry pros. It's perfect for providing reliable warmth and comfort during those crucial early weeks. Overall, I can't recommend the Shaledig Chick Brooder Heating Plate highly enough. It's been a game-changer for my chick-raising experience, and I'm confident it will be for yours too! Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Works like it should and kept my baby chicks nice and warm without the use of a heat lamp. Install consists of putting the legs in the holes, so pretty dang easy. Good price. Only thing I would say is I wish I had gotten one that had a sloped/cone top because the chicks got on top of it and made a huge mess. I had no issues with the products safety and the size was good for 7 chicks. Even after that got quite a bit bigger they all fit.

The sticker on the top of the heat plate that says "bottom" with a photo is a little confusing, but I understand what it is trying to show. That is my only complaint so far on this product. It was easy to assemble, change height and clean. The temp it puts out seems perfect. I bought several to send with families who "chick-sit" our hatchlings to learn how to care for them. So much safer than heat lamps! Heat plate is hot to the touch, but not so hot a child will burn themselves as soon as they touch it. Fits 7-10 three week old chicks comfortably, though they are rarely all under it at the same time.

This heater has been great for the last 10 or so groups of chick's we've hatch off. Keeps around 30 chick's up to 3 weeks before they out grow it. It's been awesome. Highly recommend.

This works really well. I like that it's much less risky than running a heat lamp all night. You pay more than a heat lamp, but it's worth the sense of security I get when I go to sleep.

Works as intended. So far no issues.

Excellent for chicks. Works well

Bought 2 and 1 worked, the other did not and some chicks ended up dieing!

Brooder plate did not reach temperature. Not sure if I received a defective model or if the entire product is garbage. Returned for refund.

This plate was great for its size & price but unfortunately stopped working after 3 weeks of consecutive use. My other plates never had this problem… I would walk in to cold and almost dead chicks because of this malfunction. No way to contact the customer service like other products either… pretty disappointed 😞 maybe I got a lemon, not sure