Which is better for a driveway?

The WarmlyYours, because it is designed to be buried under concrete or asphalt and covers about 30 sq ft per mat. The Valley mat is a surface mat better suited to steps and short paths.

Can I install the Valley mat without digging?

Yes. It is a rubber surface mat you place on top of an existing sidewalk and plug in. The WarmlyYours mat has to go under the finished surface.

The WarmlyYours carries a 10-year limited warranty and is protected by the pavement above it. Valley does not state a warranty, and an exposed surface mat takes more wear from shovels and traffic.

How much area does each mat cover?

WarmlyYours covers 2 ft x 15 ft, about 30 sq ft. Valley covers 10 ft x 13 in, about 10.8 sq ft, so you need roughly three Valley mats to match one WarmlyYours mat.

Is one worth the extra cost?

If you are doing a permanent installation, the WarmlyYours warranty and free layout plan justify a higher price. For a rental or a quick fix on a step, the Valley mat's no-install design wins. Compare current prices on Deal.ai.

No. Both melt snow with electric heat, so you can skip salt and the damage it does to concrete and plants.

WarmlyYours WHMA-120-0215 Snow Melt Mat 120V 2ft x 15ft vs Valley Heated Sidewalk Mat, 10ft X 13in

Buy the WarmlyYours mat if you are building or rebuilding a driveway, walkway or patio and can bury the mat under concrete, asphalt or pavers. Buy the Valley mat if you want a surface mat you can lay down and plug in without construction. The WarmlyYours WHMA-120-0215 is a 2 ft x 15 ft, 120V, 12.5A mat (about 1,500W) with a 10-year limited warranty and a free SmartPlan layout. The Valley is a 10 ft x 13 in graphene mat in waterproof rubber with a non-slip top and a 125°F maximum. No prices were provided for either product, so check current store prices on Deal.ai before deciding.

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