Save 67% on bills this winter with the best electric heater, says expert

The outstanding features of this Dreo Oscillating Ceramic Space Heater is its fast heat-up and safety. Hyperamics Technology means it can hit 35°C in just two seconds – that's ten times faster than a traditional heater. It has large thermal fins to conduct heat efficiently around the room. Its safety features include tip-over protection, overheat protection and an enhanced safety plug. Using Eco Mode this heater is 40% more energy efficient.

The Dreo Space Heater oscillates 70° to evenly distribute heat. It turns on a smooth and near-silent trackball system, so you won't be disturbed. Plus, if you plan on using this heater at night, you can set a 1-12 hour timer. Use its remote control to operate and you don't even have to leave your sofa!

Customer reviews praise this heater for being incredibly easy to use. It provides instant heat and it's light enough to move from room-to-room. Reviews comment that it's cheaper than using central heating and good value for money.

The De'Longhi Bend Line 2kW Oscillating Tower Ceramic Heater offers an excellent solution for keeping warm and cosy on chilly nights. This heater is designed with a broad heating element and ensures optimal safety during use. It uses advanced PTC technology to self-regulate power output based on temperature changes, providing efficient and reliable warmth.

The heater was tested during cold evenings over two months (August to October) to evaluate its performance and cost-effectiveness.

Our tester said: "The De’Longhi Bend Line remote-controlled ceramic fan heater features an oscillating movement to heat the room evenly. The modern design is pleasing to the eye and is extremely quiet when in use. The remote control is a great touch, meaning you do not need to get up to change settings; you can simply click the remote to control the heater from the comfort of your seat."

The De'Longhi Ceramic Fan Remote Control Heater stands out among numerous heaters available on the market, offering excellent value at approximately £100. This price point is highly reasonable, especially with rising utility costs, as it provides an economical solution for heating rooms with minimal energy usage. While oil-filled radiators are often favoured as an alternative heat source, this heater delivers an impressive performance. During testing, its instant heat output quickly warmed the main living areas.

Our tester found that the De'Longhi ceramic heater costs approximately 1p per minute on full power when measured with their smart metre in their home.

A standout feature was the tip-over switch system, which automatically shuts off the heater if accidentally knocked over—a valuable safety addition, especially in a household with children and pets. The tester also noted that the heater remained touch-safe after use, unlike oil-filled radiators, which take longer to cool down before being safely moved or stored.

Additional convenience comes from its timer functionality, allowing the heater to be set to switch off after up to six hours or programmed to turn on at a pre-set time, enhancing its usability and efficiency.

In conclusion, our tester says: "Although the De’Longhi heater is a little pricey to run for long periods, it was still cheaper to heat the room in use than to put on the central heating. The heater is compact with a vertical design and oscillating feature, which heats the room quickly, spreading the heat around evenly."

"I would recommend this product to family and friends as I found it to be good value for money, and it met the performance expectations it claimed in the description."

If you are looking for a small and affordable fan heater that's light enough to move around the home, the Russell Hobbs 1500W Portable Ceramic Heater is a top option. It was tested in a home for three weeks, and our tester was so impressed that it became a part of their household. Our tester said: "Russell Hobbs’s electric ceramic heater will keep you warm in the coming days without hurting your pocket. It’s lightweight, energy efficient, and, most importantly, safe to use as it has built-in overheating protection.

"I feel cold most of the time at home, but with Russell Hobbs’s electric ceramic heater, I don’t feel guilty about my electricity bill. I just turn it on whenever I need to. It’s so easy to carry, with its compact size. From our small bedroom to the living room and dining room, it’s keeping me warm.

"Following the safety instructions in the manual is easy. I have tested Russell Hobbs’s electric ceramic heater for about three weeks. I tend to turn it on at night after work. My husband and I are always hanging out in our small living area at home, so that’s where I place it most of the time.

"I love how easily I can move Russell Hobb’s electric ceramic heater around our home.

"It has two heat settings 750kW/1500kW, and I’m also surprised it has a fan setting which can be used on warm days. The only thing that’s a minus for us is the noise that it produces. It is a bit noisy for overnight bedroom use but ok for the living room with the television on. Also, it would be better if it came with a timer. It’s easy to maintain and looks clean and classy with its black colour.

"My husband views it as a good, reliable heat source providing instant heat without waiting for the central heating system to heat up.

"It has become a part of our daily routine now. We will continue using the product as we like it, saving us money from using the central heating system, which we have only used during bedtime lately.

"Overall, Russell Hobbs’s electric ceramic heater is an excellent choice. Its affordable price, efficiency and safety features make it perfect for staying cosy during colder months. I would recommend it to friends, family, and people looking for effective and efficient heating solutions. While it may not be the best choice for larger spaces, it is ideal for small rooms and home offices."

Read our full review of the Russell Hobbs 1500W Portable Ceramic Heater.

The Dreamland Silent Power Comfort Portable Fan Heater is a Quiet Mark awarded appliance that's also small and portable. Our tester, Lisa, tried it out over a couple of weeks in a family home. Lisa says, "My initial thought upon opening was that it would come in handy as I work from home and have children at home, so I was keen to find out if this could be used around them." Her initial impressions were that the fan heater was "nicely made, clean-looking, and fit in with my home style."

Its outstanding feature is its quietness. Lisa says, "I was very pleased to find it so quiet, and I could barely hear it when it was turned on."

In addition, our tester found it easy to use—just plug it in. "The settings are very straightforward, with easy-to-use dials that go through different settings, from hotter to cooler settings, and different temperature ranges to suit all needs. I did not need to refer to the instructions at all. It was a plug-in-and-go kind of product, which I always like. I am not very good at anything that includes too many instructions or is fiddly to use!"

"It was very suited to warming me up without putting the heating on in the whole house."

"One thing I have noticed while using this product is that the housing itself does not become hot. It is fine to touch, and this would be beneficial for those with children at home—I don’t think it would cause any issues with little fingers being burnt."

As well as being economical to run and safe around children, this is a compact heater that's easy to store and portable. As Lisa says, "It is compact and slim, easy to store away in my downstairs cupboard (which is full of children’s toys, coats, and other home items such as an ironing board and broom!). This means that it can be kept to one side easily without worrying about where it will go!"

In conclusion, our tester says: "I would recommend this for someone who wants a quick way to warm up a room or person and to have it on hand for those chilly evenings ahead! I feel like the Dreamland comfort heater will be a staple item in our household!"

The Dreo 16-Inch Low-Energy Space Heater has V0 flame-retardant construction with tip-over protection, overheat safety, 12-hour timer, and 24-hour auto power-off. This 1800W most energy-efficient pick ceramic heater swiftly warms spaces, operates quietly at 37.5dB, features wide-angle oscillation, and has an energy-efficient smart ECO mode.

It's an Amazon's Choice recommended product, rated 4.5 out of 5 in customer reviews. If you're looking for a heater to use a night, this is a good option because it's whisper quiet and reasonably cheap to run. Plus, it's safety features give peace of mind if you're running a heater for extended periods of time. In addition, if you need to heat a room fast, this Dreo can reach its highest temperature in just two seconds. In fact, in customer reviews, some users have commented that they were surprised how fast this heater warmed up their room. It's a stylish design, easy to use and great for taking the chill off a space. Albeit, a review comments that it's not as quiet running as they were expecting.

As well as acting as a powerful heater during winter, The Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Purifying Fan Heater, White/Silver removes 99.95% of allergens and pollutants as tiny as 0.1 microns. It purifies, heats and cools while capturing gases and pollutants.

This premium heater and fan oscillates 70° to deliver perfectly conditioned air to all corners of a room. In addition, it has two powerful airflow modes, including long-range heating and you can direct the heat to where you want it. Use the remote control to conveniently heat or cool air.

It's worth watching the video demonstration to see if this is right for you. Allergy sufferers, in particular, may benefit from having a three-in-one appliance. It is a premium price, so it's worth researching first. Positive customer reviews, praise its build quality and technology. The heater function can significantly raise the temperature of a room in just six minutes.

Experience warmth and convenience with the John Lewis Tower Electric Heater, White. This sleek and modern electric heater has a digital display that tells you the temperature and mode. You can set it via the touch controls on the heater itself or by a remote control. It has two heat settings and an eight hour timer, plus, overheat protection for peace of mind if you're using it at night. There's also a built-in tip-over switch for added safety.

It has a large waterfall style surface and it oscillates to distribute heat to a medium size room. At 2000W, it has a higher power level than some of the other heaters in our round-up. This John Lewis heater weighs 5kg, so it's reasonably light enough to move, and it has a carry handle to make portability a bit easier.

Reviews comment that this heater is great for heating a all manner of rooms. It can slot into a corner and not be too conspicuous. Customers praise it for better good value for money, effective and economical to run.

If you're looking for a portable fan heater to take with you from room-to-room, this John Lewis Mini Tower Fan Heater is a reliable option. It has simple dial controls, so there's no fear of misplacing a remote control. It's just right for ensuring your bedroom is toasty warm on a chilly evening. With wide-angle oscillation, it ensures a room heats up evenly.

This mini tower heater has an adjustable thermostat and two heating levels. Plus, an ingenious anti-frost setting, whereby the heater automatically comes on when the room temperature drops below 5°C. It also has tip-over protection for added safety.

Customer reviews highly praise this heater for use in average-sized rooms. It's ideal for having around the house and is lightweight and manoeuvrable. All-in-all this small heater is great value for money.

Stay cosy or cool with the Challenge 2.4kW Upright Oscillating Fan Heater offering two heat settings for warmth and a cool air blow option for ventilation. It features handles for easy transport, plus frost protection and a safety cut-out switch for added reassurance. Peace of mind, ease of use, what more could you want?

Customer reviews praise this little heater for quickly heating up a room. It's compact size and portability make it a handy heater to have in a caravan. Albeit, do expect this heater to be a bit noisier than other options and due to it's power level, a bit more expensive to run.

The key benefit of an oil-filled heater is than it is cheaper to run. The downside is that it takes longer to heat up. But, you benefit from hours of residual heat, as the oil inside slowly cools back down. Plus, it doesn't emit any sound, so it's ideal for heating a bedroom overnight. Costing around 45p per hour to run, this Dunelm Contemporary Round 9 Fin Oil Heater ensures safety with features like an adjustable thermostat, thermal cut-off and a tip-over switch for overheat protection. It keeps you warm in colder months and features convenient cord storage for a neat appearance during use. This makes a good choice if you think an oil heater is the best option for your needs.

Reviews praise this Dunelm oil heat for its heat output and low running cost. Just bear in mind that oil heaters are heavy and while it can be wheeled from room-to-room, it's not practical to carry it around the house.

Ideal for warmth in winter, the Dunelm White Convector Heater offers three heat settings and overheating protection. Unlike a fan heater, it doesn't emit any sound. Its freestanding design includes a convenient carry handle and comes with a moulded BS plug featuring a 13 AMP fuse. You'll be warm in no time – at a fraction of the cost of central heating.

At under £30, this heater is good value for money, albeit a little dated in design. It also has a short power cable, 1.2-metres, so do factor this in when working out where to position the heater.

Reviews praise the heater for being lightweight, cost-effective to run and heat well even on a lower temperature setting. It's best suited to heating a small room.