You only need the 'No EEPROM' version incidentally. In fact you might want to consider using a stackable header such as:
https://shop.pimoroni.com/products/gpio-stacking-header-for-pi-a-b-pi-2-extra-long-2x20-pins
That way you can add an Unicorn HAT or some other HAT at some point. Depends how tall your IR is though, but could work.
