Best electric heaters: The best electric radiators, fan heaters, convection and halogen lamps in the UK
When the mercury falls below freezing, pulling on yet another jumper will only get you so far. Yet, cranking up the thermostat will no doubt do serious damage to your bank balance. So, what to do?
The answer? An electric heater, which can be more cost- and energy-efficient for a temporary fix, or when your main heat source isn't quite cutting it.
They’re not just for home use. Shop wisely and a portable heater can warm those awkward spots that don’t have readily available heat: think a conservatory, shed or caravan. If you’re one of those folks who always feels a chill, a personal heater can help avert thermostat temperature wars with the rest of your household by offering localised heating directly to you instead.
For dual-purpose warming, it's worth considering getting a heated clothes airer. While most models don’t have enough power to heat a whole room, they will keep your clothes off radiators, drying them as effectively as a tumble dryer minus the costly running expenses.
Before we dive into our roundup of the best personal heaters, think first about your needs and the space you need to heat.
A fan or halogen heater is likely to be sufficient for most small spaces, while larger, loftier rooms will probably benefit best from a radiator heater.
Fan Heaters
Even if you’re shopping on a strict budget, there are plenty of heating options to keep you warm on frosty days. Ideal for anyone with a small space to warm, a fan heater rapidly billows heat into the room by propelling air across a heated part and blowing it out into the room.
While a fan heater works quickly in making the room toasty, the flipside is once you switch it off the heat evaporates too. The fan element means some heaters
