Best Electric Heaters for Keeping You Warm at Every Time of Year

For effective heating at a low price point, you can’t do better than the Lasko Ceramic Portable Space Heater. Despite its diminutive size, it’s able to heat a space up to 100 square feet as quickly as larger models. Lasko includes two power levels and a fan setting in this heater, as well as built-in safety features that include automatic overheating protection and a tip-over safety switch. The heater doesn’t oscillate, so whatever is directly in front of the unit warms up more efficiently than the rest of the room, but this should pose no problem for smaller bedrooms or offices. Its low weight also makes it easy to transport to different locations as needed. While it’s not as flashy or powerful as some other products on this list, the Lasko Ceramic Heater is great value for its low price of around $30.

The Pelonis Tower Space Heater combines the height and oscillating ability of a larger heater with the compact footprint of a much smaller one. At nearly 23 inches tall and with 70 degrees of oscillation, this electric heater is able to emit a lot of heat and circulate it around the room. Although the company states that this is limited to areas up to 160 square feet, reviewers consistently praise it for working in larger settings.

The Pelonis heater includes both a touch control and remote control, a cool-touch flame-resistant coating, and safety features like automatic tip-over shut off. For anyone who plans to get extensive use out of this heater, there is an eco-friendly power setting and an eight-hour timer to “set it and forget it.” While its height makes it more noticeable than other heaters, the slim shape is quite stylish, and it can easily nestle into a corner for a less obvious look.

The Vornado VH200 is so much more powerful than it looks. While it weighs barely four pounds and reaches just over ten inches in height, this electric heater can comfortably warm rooms up to 250 square feet in size. Not only that, but it does so almost silently, so you can be confident of there being minimal disruption whenever you have it on.

The Vornado VH200 features three different power settings (low, medium, and high) for greater versatility and includes a tip-over switch and automatic shutdown mechanism. In addition to being lightweight, there’s a carry handle on top for easy portability and a cool-touch case, so there’s no risk of burning your hands. You can get all this power for only $60, just don’t expect it to be the most stylish or modern-looking heater around. However, you can choose between three colors: Black, champagne, and charcoal.

Unlike the VH200, Vornado’s VHEAT Vintage Metal Heater is an attractive addition to any home, with its old-school design (inspired by the original 1945 Vornadofan) and light color options of sage green or cream. It uses a unique heating design to better warm a room without blasting hot air; instead, vortex air circulation allows for more gentle yet effective heating. In addition to the two main power settings (low/high), there is an adjustable thermostat and a 47-degree pivoting head so that you can better customize the heat level and direction of airflow. As with the VH200, the VHEAT includes tip-over protection and automatic safety shut off for greater peace of mind, while the metal structure helps create a durable product that will last for years.

While a standing heater is portable, a wall-mounted electric heater frees up floor space and removes the risk of tripping. It’s a particularly good idea if you have kids or pets who might be a little too curious about the hot air blower! The Heat Storm Phoenix Infrared Heater is my pick for the best wall-mounted unit, thanks to its slim profile and clear digital display, which can dim during the night so as not to disrupt your sleep.

The heater comes with a control for remote access and features two power settings, with the higher setting able to heat 150 square feet as a primary method of heat, or 750 square feet as a secondary method. If you do want to detach it from the wall and place it on the floor, the Heat Storm includes attachable feet with your purchase. In addition to a tip-over switch, the unit includes a child lock, and the entire exterior is touchable and heat-proof. This costs a little over $100, which I think is a reasonable price for its heating abilities and space efficiency.

The DuraFlame 3D Electric Fireplace Stove is designed to be a centerpiece, not something you hide away in the corner. The flame function mimics the appearance of a real fire and can run with or without heating to enjoy the aesthetic, no matter the weather. Unlike some electric fireplaces, this one also comes in several colors, including navy and cinnamon, so you can be confident it will suit whichever room you put it in.

Infrared quartz heat helps to maintain the room’s natural humidity while adding warmth, which can heat a room up to 1,000 square feet in size. The DuraFlame stove is also easy to use, thanks to a control panel that features an adjustable thermostat, a timer, and five brightness settings. One thing to note is that you’ll pay a high price for this product ($230), and there are no safety features beyond overheat protection, so it may not be safe for small children or pets.

Not only does the PUR Honeywell ThermaWave Ceramic Heater look sleek and modern, it features a few additional safety features that make it a great family-friendly model. As well as the standard tip-over shutoff function, the Honeywell has two separate overheat protections and an outer plastic shell that stays cool to the touch throughout use.

There are also three different timer settings (two, four, or eight hours), so whether you have curious children or pets, you can rest easy that they’ll be safe around this heater. The air vents are placed on the upper part of the heater, allowing it to more effectively direct warm air around a room than some ground units, although keep in mind that these vents can’t be redirected downwards. Overall, we think this heater looks and performs like a heater that’s much more expensive than it is.

The Dreo Solaris Slim H3 looks more like a portable speaker than a heater, thanks to its six-inch by six-inch footprint and 16-inch height. Weighing under five pounds and with a hidden handle, this column unit is easy to carry and stylish wherever you put it down. The touch control panel features several buttons, including a favorite temperature setting and an oscillating function of 70 degrees for greater heating efficiency. There’s also a remote control if you want to operate the device from further away.

The Dreo Solaris Slim can heat areas up to 200 square feet and can reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit in just two seconds, making it much more powerful than its size suggests. The black color and metallic accents make it look expensive, but this heater costs under $70. It’s also very quiet on any of its five settings. The only cause for caution is that the grill can get hot after extended use, so children and pets should be supervised while it’s turned on.

All you need from your electric heater is the ability to turn on and warm up a room, but additional smart capabilities can really streamline and elevate the experience. BOLDR’s FARA Smart Energy Desktop Heater is designed to support optional add-on smart features, all linked to a smartphone application. From this app, users can adjust the temperature of different zones in the house from anywhere; you could set the house to begin warming up on your way home or switch off the heater upstairs while you’re downstairs.

Real-time cost monitoring allows you to measure your energy consumption at any time, and you can set a heating schedule so that your FARA heater knows exactly when to run for greater energy efficiency. FARA also connects to voice devices like Google Home and Alexa so that you can control your heating through convenient voice commands.

Even without the smart features, this is a nifty little heater: Weighing just 1.5 pounds, this desktop unit can comfortably and attractively slot into any space and still has the power to heat spaces up to 215 square feet. Unsurprisingly, this comes at a higher price of $160, but if you appreciate smart functionality, then this price will be a steal.

While most space heaters nowadays are ceramic, oil-filled heaters are ideal for heating large spaces for longer periods of time. They take longer to warm up, but the results linger, creating a more ambient warmth that’s great for gatherings or slow, cozy evenings in. The De’Longhi Dragon Oil Filled Radiator Heater is my favorite of the bunch, thanks to its sturdy construction and ergonomic portability; although it’s a larger heater at 25 pounds, front and rear handles plus smart snap wheels ensure easy mobility.

The De’Longhi heater is silent when in use and has 75% more surface area than competitors for more efficient heat distribution. Because it doesn’t deploy a fan, there’s no risk of stirring up dust or drying out the air like some ceramic models. It also features a tip-over switch, overheat protection, and a child lock, plus a cool-touch coating to keep small hands safe. For energy-conscious users, this heater offers an Eco Plus mode and a range of temperature and power levels, with a programmable 24-hour timer.

If you’re willing to splurge on a state-of-the-art, multidimensional appliance, then the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP02 is a powerful product that does it all. This isn’t just a heater–it’s also an air conditioner and an air purifier. This makes it particularly effective in areas of high pollution or areas that are susceptible to wildfires, as this device is proven to capture wildfire smoke. The purifier can also monitor and detect shifts in air quality, which are then reported instantly via the MyDyson smartphone app.

Even without all these added functions, the heater ability of the Hot+Cool is impressive, with the ability to choose between diffused or focused airflow thanks to optional 70-degree oscillation. A quiet Night Mode and programmable schedule ensure you can be kept at a comfortable temperature throughout the day without disruption or unnecessary energy consumption. While the price is high at $550, it’s three high-end appliances in one, making the price tag a bit more reasonable.