The heater works very quietly, so even if you spend a lot of time near the appliance, it shouldn't annoy you. The LCD screen has soft backlighting which won't seem too bright in the dark.
It may have a weird smell at first.
The Stiebel Eltron Rapid Electric Fan Heater not only offers good performance but also a stylish design. It will be a great fit in most rooms, be it the bedroom, living room, or the children's room.
Fan heater
2000 watts
Bathrooms, living rooms, offices, garages
2 heating modes: 1 kW or 2 kW, Frost Protection
LCD screen, adjustable thermostat, 24/7 digital timer, open-window detection feature
Splashproof (IP24 class), child lock feature, overheat protection
Wall mountable only
34.5 x 47 x 12.6 cm
1 year
The safety thermal cut-out allows you to keep the device on for a long time. It can work while you sleep or even when you're out, so your household will always stay warm.
The thermostat is not very accurate.
This electric heater form electrIQ is a perfect addition to any smart home: the built-in Wi-Fi module allows you to control it with your smartphone or tablet via the special app (available on iOS and Android) and with the Amazon Alexa voice assistant.
Panel heater
2000 watts
Bathrooms, living rooms, offices, garages
3 heating modes: 1 KW or 2 KW, Frost Protection
LCD screen, Adjustable thermostat, 24/7 digital timer, Open-window detection feature, Control via TUYA App (available on iOS and Android), Amazon Alexa compatible
Splashproof (IP24 class), child lock feature, overheat protection
Free-standing or wall-mountable
83 x 8.4 x 46 cm
1 year
You can choose between 2 working modes: a powerful 2-kW mode for spacious bathrooms and a more energy-saving 1-kW one for smaller rooms. The latter mode will also suit those who want to save on their electricity bills.
The pull cord operating lever is rather fragile.
This bathroom heater has a compact size of 23.5 x 12.5 x 24 centimetres, so it will suit people who are limited in space. You can place it at a height of 1.8 metres to move it from the way.
Fan heater
2000 watts
Bathrooms, living rooms, offices, garages
Choice of heat selection on installation either 1 kW or 2 kW
Neon power-on indicator, built in thermostat (set at installation)
Splashproof (IP21 class), overheat protection
Wall mountable only (min. mounting height 1.8 m)
23.5 x 12.5 x 24 cm
1 year
You can attach this heater to the wall (all mounting hardware comes included with the package) or place it on the feet. By the way, they are pretty stable, so it will be hard to knock the heater over.
Programming is a long and tedious task.
This model can be not only a bathroom but also a personal heater. Place it nearby and you will feel warm in a matter of minutes. It is recommended for rooms with a size of 8 square metres.
Panel heater
400 watts
Bathrooms, living rooms, offices, garages
3 heating modes: Comfort Mode, Eco Mode, Frost Protection
LCD screen, adjustable thermostat, 24/7 digital timer, open-window detection feature
Splashproof (IP24 class), child lock feature, overheat protection
Free-standing or wall-mountable
45.1 x 8.5 x 45 cm
2 years
The heating element is very durable and has a long service life, so even if you use the heater on a daily basis, it will serve you for a long time. The body is also robust and is made of flame-retardant plastic.
It is rather loud.
The Dimplex FX20VE is a good option not only for your home but also for the office, garage, patio, and workshop. The 30-minute auto-off timer ensures extra safety, so you will have no worries if you forget to turn it off.
Fan heater
2000 watts
Bathrooms, living rooms, offices, garages
Choice of heat selection on installation either 1 KW or 2 KW
Power-on indicator, 30-min auto-off timer
Splashproof (IP22 class), Overheat protection
Wall mountable only (min. mounting height 1.8 m)
24.2 x 10.9 x 22.9 cm
1 year
Quiet and Mighty
Those who seek a heater that can offer powerful performance in a sleek and compact body may be interested in the Stiebel Elton CK 20 Premium. This electric fan heater will be able to warm up the room while staying silent and discreet.
To begin with, the appliance comes fitted with a 2000-W heating element, meaning that heating the room even in the coldest days won’t take too long. As soon as you turn it on, the unit starts spreading warm air across the entire room. The heater comes with an adjustable thermostat that allows you to choose between 2 modes with pre-set temperatures. As we mentioned before, this model is pretty compact and comes in an ergonomic body with the dimensions of 34.5 x 47 x 12.6 cm. Moreover, the unit is wall-mountable, so it won’t get in your way. And all the mounting hardware is included.
Apart from being small, the model is also pretty quiet. Even when working on the second, 2-kW mode, this fan heater doesn’t produce much noise. This aspect, combined with the stylish minimalistic design, makes the appliance a good fit not only for the bathroom but also for living rooms, bedrooms, and children’s rooms. You can leave it on even when you and your family members are resting, and it won’t disturb you.
Child Lock Feature
What also makes this model a good choice for kid’s rooms and bedrooms is that its LCD screen on the control panel is not too bright and has soft backlighting. Thus, it shouldn’t annoy you at night.
If you intend to place a space heater near the sink or a bathtub, you need to make sure it is fitted with all the necessary safety mechanisms. Luckily, this model features an IP24 enclosure, so a few drops of water won’t be able to damage it. Like most of these heaters, this appliance has an overheat protection, which helps prolong its service life as the unit shuts off when it reaches extremely high temperatures. On top of that, this heater is a great choice for households with kids: thanks to the child lock feature, your kid won’t be able to mess up the settings.
Next, to make this model not only safe but also convenient in use, the manufacturer added a timer feature. You can set the heater to turn on at a different time on each day of the week.
And lastly, the device boasts great energy-efficiency thanks to the open window detection feature. If there is a sudden drop in the room temperature, it turns off to avoid unnecessary use.
In a word, the Stiebel Elton CK 20 Premium is a fairly good bathroom heater that combines a sleek stylish design and powerful heating. Plus, it is practical and safe for families with kids.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | £151.99 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B078WTS2LT |
Advanced Controls
If you want your household to always stay warm and cosy, you may need a high-quality heater. The ElectrIQ EGH20AWB Heater is not only convenient but also a safe to use device that can be placed pretty much in any room including bathrooms and garages and serve as the main heat source.
Starting off, this panel heater has a good working power of 2000 watts and can work in 3 modes: the energy-saving 1 KW mode, the 2 KW mode for fast heating and a frost protection mode that will be handy during the coldest days. To make it more efficient, the manufacturer equipped this heater with an open window detection feature. So, the heater will stop working if there is a sudden drop in the temperature. That way, it won’t waste energy.
This model has pretty much no rivals in terms of controls and it can become a great addition for a smart home. Apart from the LCD screen and adjustable thermostat with sensor buttons that allow you to set the needed temperature, you can control it with your voice assistant and via the app. Thanks to the built-in Bluetooth, this appliance connects to your Android or Apple tablets and smartphones, so you can turn it on and off from the distance. On top of that, there is a 24/7 timer feature that makes its use even easier. If you know the exact time you want the heater to work, just simply set the timer and the heater will turn on and off automatically.
Stylish Black Design
Design-wise, this panel heater has a sleek black body with a glassy surface that will look great in any modern interior. The overall dimensions of the unit are 83 x 8.4 x 46 cm, and it can be both free-standing and wall-mountable depending on your needs and preference. If you decide to use it as a free-standing one, the set includes a pair of legs with casters. Thanks to that, you will be able to move the heater from room to room with ease. The mounting hardware is included as well.
In terms of safety, this appliance is no slouch either. It has overheating protection that helps prolong the lifespan of the device. To make the model suitable for every room, the manufacturer also added protection from splashes. Thus, you can safely put it in the garage, bathroom, kitchen, or any room with high humidity. And if you have a curious kid, the child lock feature will stop your little one from messing with the settings.
In all, the ElectrIQ EGH20AWB is an amazing smart device. It can be used both as a heater for the bathroom only and as a main heating source for the whole household. Thanks to the advanced controls, using this unit will be a breeze.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | £119.00 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B081Z9SP8F |
Compact Solution For Small Bathroms
The Devola Alto is a basic space heater for bathrooms. It combines an affordable price and simple design, plus it is able to heat up the room quickly enough for you to feel comfortable after you take a shower.
First and foremost, like many bathroom heaters, this appliance has a pull-cord design. This fan heater also has a clean white finish and compact dimensions (23.5 x 12.5 x 24 centimetres) to fit even in the smallest rooms. As for design, this model is completed in a rectangular body and, with the aforementioned white finish, should fit the interior of most bathrooms.
The heater is wall-mountable and can be placed at a height of about 1.8 metres. Thus, it won’t be in your way and you will be able to keep your bathroom drawers and baskets on the floor. You can find all the necessary mounting hardware included in the set.
As we mentioned before, this bathroom heater comes with a pull cord and has no complicated controls. The appliance offers two working modes (1-kilowatt and 2 kilowatts). Since the thermostat is built into the body, you can set the working mode when installing the heater depending on your needs and the size of the room. Also, note that the first mode is more energy-efficient and won’t affect your electricity bills as much. But the second one will work better for those who need faster results.
Simple Controls
To turn the heater on and off, you need to simply pull the cord. When the appliance is on, you will see the neon power indicator light. However, note that you shouldn’t pull too hard as the pull cord lever is rather fragile. The manufacturer states this heater is powerful enough to heat not only bathrooms and kitchens with average dimensions but also garages.
Apart from the pull cord, all the other parts of this unit seem pretty robust. You also get a 12-month warranty when purchasing the heater.
Moving on to the safety, despite being pretty basic, this heater from Devola has all the necessary features that make it suitable for home use. The model is equipped with overheat protection, so the unit will turn off automatically if it gets too hot. On top of that, to make it suitable for installation in bathrooms and kitchen, the manufacturer added splashproof protection.
As you can see, this bathroom heater has very decent functionality and solid performance for such an affordable unit. It won’t let the room get cold even on the coldest winter days.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | £32.95 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B07ZDD39F7 |
Free-Standing and Wall-Mountable
The Purus Panel Heater is one of the best options for many different rooms in your households. This heater is able to always keep you warm without consuming much energy and has a very smart design.
We really like that this model can act both a free-standing and a wall-mountable heater. If you intend to move it around and use it in different rooms (bathroom, bedroom, living room, garage), it is better to bolt a set of feet offered by a manufacturer. They provide enough stability on any ground and won’t let the heater fall down even if you accidentally stumble over it. Those who want to place the heater in one room only can use the wall-mounting hardware that also comes included in the kit. That will help you spare some space in the room.
Compared to the majority of similar models, this appliance is not too big. So, even if you decide to leave it on its feet, it won’t require much space. The dimensions of the heater are 45.1 x 8.5 x 45 centimetres, and its weight is about 4 kilogrammes. Thus, you can easily move it from one room to another. What is more, the feet feature small casters that allow you to manoeuvre on different surfaces.
Moving on to the efficiency, the working power of this bathroom heater equals 400 watts. The appliance has 3 working modes that you can change with the help of an LCD screen and a control panel on top of the unit. The manufacturer recommends this model for bathrooms with a size of 8 square metres and other rooms with a size of 12 square metres.
Packed With Safety Features
As for safety, the heater has IPX 24 protection. Like most heaters, it also has an overheat protection. Plus, this device is an excellent choice for families with kids as it has a special child lock feature. It prevents the kid from messing around with settings.
The other cool technology this device has is an open-window detection feature. If the temperature in the room suddenly drops more than 5 degrees lower, the device switches to the energy-saving mode. This will help you avoid unnecessary use and energy consumption. On top of that, this unit has a 24/7 timer feature. You can schedule its operation and it will turn on automatically. Last but not least, this space heater comes with a 2-year warranty. Thus, you can be sure you’re making a worthy investment.
Summing up, with the Purus Panel Heater, you will be able to keep your bathroom warm and use it in other rooms as a personal heater to feel cosy in any weather. It is a good appliance that can be used as a free-standing heater or secured to the wall.
| Last updated price | $0.00 |
| Stock | May be out of stock |
| ASIN | B01LYCWSIA |
Robust Heating Appliance
Those who need an inexpensive heater both for indoor or outdoor use may be interested in the Dimplex FX20VE FX Series Heater. Despite its compact size, it can quickly and efficiently heat up quite a decent space so you can feel comfortable even on the coldest days.
To begin with, the unit is just as mighty as its larger counterparts. Its peak power consumption is 2000 watts, which will be enough to warm up an average-sized room in a few minutes. If you don’t want the heater to affect your electricity bill too much, you can select a more energy-saving 1000-W mode. The settings can be changed during the installation process.
The other nice thing about this product is that it has a pretty durable heating element with long service. It can withstand years of use even if you turn it on very frequently. The body of the appliance is robust as well since it is made of heat-retardant plastic. Even if the heater works for a long time on the highest setting, it won’t damage the body. And to prove you the durability of the heater, the manufacturer provides a 1-year warranty. You also can reach Dimplex customer support at any moment in case there is any problem.
Simple And Safe In Use
Moving on to the controls, this heater includes pull cord operation. With one easy pull, you will be able to turn the device on and off, which makes it easier to use for inexperienced customers. There is also an indicator on the front of the unit. The next thing we want to discuss is safety.
First and foremost, the device is protected from overheating: the unit turns off automatically when the body becomes way too hot. This helps to avoid permanent damage. Plus, the manufacturer made the device splashproof. Thanks to that, it is safe to be placed anywhere: in the bathroom, kitchen, workshop, garage and even outside on your patio. There is also a 30-minute shut-off, so you will have no worries if you didn’t turn the device off manually.
The design of this heater is very space-saving. The size of the unit is 24.2 x 10.9 x 22.9 cm, so it doesn't require much space. On top of that, the model is wall mountable, so you won’t have to spare any place for it on the floor. With a weight of about 1 kilo, it shouldn’t be hard to set on the wall. Plus, all the needed hardware is included in the set. Just note that you should place it at a height of approximately 1.8 metres.
To wrap the whole thing up, the Dimplex FX20VE FX is a decent bathroom heater that will warm you up in the blink of an eye. It is easy to use, compact, and mighty, which makes it a perfect choice for this money.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | £52.89 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B0009RPBEE |
What Is a Bathroom Heater?
While winter is coming to an end, the chill might still keep hanging in the air for quite a long while, making it difficult to walk out of the hot shower in the mornings. However, you can make your life a bit easier by setting a small bathroom heater. A bathroom heater is a simple appliance that can maintain a comfortable temperature while keeping cold drafts at bay. What differs bathroom heaters from residential heaters is that the former ones are allowed to be used in places with high humidity levels due to their water-resistant design. In all other respects, they look and work in the same way. For this review, we've picked some of the best heaters that you can use in your bathroom to keep the room warm and prolong the enjoyment of your bathing experience. Read and compare their advantages to get the one that will totally meet your demands.
What Features to Compare
Type
When selecting a bathroom heater, you'll need to choose between two types: those that use convention technology and those that come with fans. However, let's not dive into the technical details and just say that your choice will depend on what type of heat or warmth you prefer. Fan (or radiant) heaters are best for concentrated warmth aimed at a single spot while convection models are used primarily for filling rooms with sustained heat. Thus, fans will work better if what you want is to keep your bathroom warm only for a short period of time while soaking in a bath, for example, while convection models will suit those who'd like to maintain the warmth longer.
Placement
Most people think of heating devices as of these small boxes that you put on the floor and then try hard to not trip over. However, many models can actually be placed on a wall or even mounted on the ceiling. This allows you to free up some space as well as makes the device less of an eyesore, and, if you prefer bathroom ceiling heaters, also helps distribute the airflow more evenly around the room. Of course, a wall-mounted model is more difficult to service and clean but the convenience might be just worth it.
Heating Area
With this parameter, you have to take into account just how spacious your bathroom is. If you have a tiny room with a shower and a sink, you don’t really need a heater that can cover an area equal to a football field. However, a bigger room requires a more powerful appliance. Plus, don’t forget about the possibility of warm air leaking out through windows, vents, and doors. Account for that and make sure that your heater's maximum coverage area is a bit larger than your bathroom.
Maximum Power
It’s pretty self-explanatory: the more powerful your heater is, the faster it works. If you have an average-sized bathroom, you need a mid-range power capacity, anything around a 1000 W is acceptable. Of course, a weaker device can heat this space as well but it’s going to take longer and, in the end, cost more.
Thermostat
This may seem like a no-brainer: the more temperature settings you have the better, right? Well, in reality, you’re likely to use only a couple of them, with the rest only gouging the price. We recommend getting a model with a thermostat that has a reasonable temperature range. You won’t have any use for 110°F unless you want your bathroom to feel like a desert. Conversely, anything below 35°F is just not practical. A range of 35-85°F will be more than enough.
Safety Features
Any electrical appliance should be safe to use but that goes double for heaters as a bit of faulty wiring can become a serious fire hazard in a device of this kind. Whether it’s an overheat protection mode or an automatic shutoff or even a special waterproof casing, any feature of this kind is a bonus and should be weighed as you consider the purchase.
Size
Last but not least, make sure that your floor-standing heating device isn’t too big so you won’t trip on it or, if it’s a bathroom wall heater, that it doesn’t take up half the room. Don’t be fooled into thinking that bigger means better, even a smaller model can work efficiently and provide warmth to a spacious room.
Did you know?
So you’re laying back, enjoying the warmth coming from your space heater and loving life. But have you wondered when that luxury became available to people? Surely, a convenience as basic as a warm home should have emerged a while ago. Well, let’s take a little dip into the history of heating.
The Early Luxuries of Heat
The standard of living in Ancient Greece might not have been too swanky but scientists have discovered central hearths and, upon further study, dated them around 2500 B.C. They are considered to be one of the first forms of home heating, succeeded by basic ovens in Turkey in 1300 B.C. Of course, these appliances bear little resemblance to the modern systems though they were relatively efficient, especially considering how long ago they appeared.
Fireplaces began to pop up in the more well-off household around 800 A.D., spreading steadily all over the world. By the time the 13th century rolled around, castles and the homes of the rich all had fireplaces with crude chimneys built. They stopped being a luxury and turned into a mundane convenience, though the poor and the peasants certainly had a different view, still relying on the most basic means of keeping warm. Most of them had to huddle in front of brick stoves, though the old models were so large that you could probably hold a family gathering around them.
Warmth Is in the Air
Of course, we are more familiar with heating homes by using air, whether via your AC unit or a fan heater or some other apparatus. This method was first recorded around 200 A.D. but the evidence is inconclusive, especially as the system seems to show little progress between that date and the later reappearance of the air-heating devices.
Solid records are available from the eleventh century when a European city hall used furnaces emitting heat into the air to stay warm. They connected each furnace to a chamber using ducts with covers so the flow of heat was easy to regulate.
Over the next few centuries, the air-heating systems persisted and even achieved some progress, though it was stalled by stove-makers trying to keep their profits high and expenses low. In fact, proper advancements consisted mostly of recycling cool air or finding new ways to improve the funnels that guided the heat into rooms. Eventually, water-heating took hold, further impeding the progress in this industry. While fans appeared and space heaters were invented eventually, one can’t help but wonder how much faster we would have had the luxury of this personal heating if progress wasn’t halted by unfortunate turns of events.
Back to the Present
Nowadays, of course, we have convection and radiate heaters, circulating air and warming our homes in addition to the basic heating systems. However, even with all this convenience on hand, many still find that the best way to stay warm is to cuddle with someone you love, be it a spouse or a pet. We hope our heater review helps you find the best device to keep your bathroom cosy and that you’ll always have someone helping you get warm in the cold winter days!
FAQ:
Q: Let’s say I’ve accidentally splashed some water on my heating device, what should I do? Is it completely ruined or will it be fine? Perhaps my model has waterproofing?
A: First, it is of the utmost importance that you turn the appliance off as soon as possible. Shut the power off and see if there’s any smoke coming out of the heater or try to hear whether there are any unusual noises coming from the device. Then, if you have a portable model, pick it up, flip it with the grill side down and see if you can get rid of the water that might have gotten inside. After any moisture leaks out, place the device in a dry place and leave it off for a day or two. If your appliance is wall- or ceiling-mounted, you can simply wait or contact a specialist to check for moisture-induced damage. Either way, when you next start the device, stop and make sure that it’s running properly and isn’t reacting to the water damage in any hazardous ways. Leaving a broken heater on is a fire hazard and even slight water leaks should be taken seriously. Always remember the rules of fire safety.
Q: Is there any way to push the maximum temperature of my heater beyond the factory-set limit? I want to get the room even warmer and the current heating level is simply not enough.
A: We strongly advise against trying to fiddle with the tech, especially one that’s as intricate and potentially dangerous as a space heater. Sure, you might get a couple of extra degrees after modifying some parts of the device but are they worth the risk of fire? Breaking even one component could lead to serious damage to the appliance and, as a result, to your home. Unless your model has some “Boost” setting that maximises the temperature above the standard level, you get only that level that's specified on the box.
Q: Could I potentially run this all day long? I want to keep the room warm so I won’t have to wait before going to take a shower.
A: It’s certainly possible but that would eat up a lot of power and put considerable strain on the device. If you have a model that’s powerful enough, it would simply be more efficient to run it a couple of minutes before you go run a bath. That way the air will be warmed a bit and you won’t be faced with an insanely high electricity bill. Plus, running heating appliances for too long tends to dry out the air, which could damage your skin, especially after a hot shower. All in all, we definitely recommend turning the heater on only when necessary.
Q: Where should I place my floor-model heater for maximum efficiency? Can I just tuck it away into a corner?
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