No remote control came with mine, I have two of these panels as well as two of the more expensive ones in the range (Elegance 500/700). There is a small box on each which you use to control it, or you can use the app. I have found the app pretty good, you can set timers, automations, scenes, etc. I think it will be sufficient for your purposes. 4 heaters seems a lot for 40m2, I guess it depends how warm you want it and how quickly.