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We also tested many of these heaters in our homes for six months to see how they performed long-term.
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If not used properly, heaters pose a fire hazard.
This may be dictated by the outlets in your home and the wattage they can handle.
We love thisfan’s oscillating tower design, which helps spread warm air throughout the room.
Although the Dreo The Solaris 718 Space Heater appears large, it only weighs 8 pounds and is easy to move.PHOTO: The Spruce / Henry Wortock
The automatic shutoff worked almost instantly when we tipped the heater over.
This heater is simple to operate with just two dials on top.
The other dial lets you set the temperature anywhere between 0 to 158 degrees.
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When we tested this heater, we noted how effectively it warmed us up.
Overall, it kept us toasty after just a few minutes of being on.
It performed much better in other areas, like safety features, where it really stood out.
We like that this heater is compact and lightweight, which makes it easy to move around.
This heater may be compact, but it packs a hefty punch with its 1,500 watts of heating capacity.
We were seriously impressed by the heater’s silence when it was running.
With these tweaks, you may fine-tune the heating to your preferred level.
Several built-in safety features make this heater an excellent pick for those who value safety above all else.
The heater has tip-over auto-shutoff and overheating protection.
We love the safety features of this space heater too.
It even turns back on automatically when you set it upright again.
The front cover never felt dangerously hot, either.
Although the house is older and quite drafty, the heater always reached and maintained the temperature we set.
The heaters thin and compact yet sturdy build means it doesnt awkwardly or unattractively protrude from the wall.
The heater has 750- and 1500-watt tweaks, with a maximum output of 5,200 btu on the higher setting.
The included remote control was a weak point, though.
We found the buttons too small and frequently required multiple clicks to be responsive.
We like the vertical orientation of this heater, which is 50 inches tall and comparatively skinny.
The trouble is that the diagrams are kind of confusing, and we accidentally assembled the heater backward.
However, it does need to be hardwired to work, as is the case with most baseboard heaters.
The heaters housing conveniently has pre-punched holes for easy mounting.
This model is also available in sizes ranging from 30 to 72 inches.
In other words, the greater the heat output of a unit, the more warmth it can produce.
In that case, one watt is equivalent to 3.41 Btu per hour.
A 1500-watt heater can heat a decent-sized room, usually without tripping the circuit breaker.
All of the space heaters on this list have a maximum heat output of 1500 watts.
Heat control bang out and user-friendliness vary from heater to heater.
Some heaters have simple dial controls, while others have more complicated interfaces with buttons or a digital display.
Do not confuse size with power.
Some small heaters may be just as good or better at heating a room than a larger one.
We found the GiveBest Portable Space Heater to be a great compact option, measuring less than the size of printer paper.PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
Check the heaters heat output spec for heating powernot just dimensions.
Its also important to ensure the electric heater you are considering buying meets U.S. safety standards.
That said, some heaters are more energy-efficient than others, withceramic heatersbeing the most energy-efficient throw in.
During testing, we found that the GiveBest Electric Space Heater turned off with the slightest tip.PHOTO: The Spruce
Some heaters also have an energy-saving eco-mode.
Ouroverall best electric heaterrecommendation has an eco-mode and lets you set a target temperature or timer.
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Despite its small size, we were significantly impressed with how well the Vornado VH200 Personal Space Heater warmed up our space.PHOTO: The Spruce / Henry Wortock
The handle at the back of the Vornado Personal Space Heater comes in handy when moving the unit.PHOTO: The Spruce
The heater is compact enough to fit on a small side table or nightstand.PHOTO: The Spruce / Eric Brockob
The DeLonghi Capsule Electric Space Heater stood out for its comfortable handle and stylish design.PHOTO: The Spruce
The removable legs allow you to use the infrared heater on the ground or mounted.PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
We used a digital thermometer to test the Heat Storm Phoenix Space Heater’s heating performance.PHOTO: The Spruce
We liked the slim design of this patio heater, which fits great in our outdoor space.PHOTO: The Spruce
During testing, we found that the body of the EnerG+ Electric Patio Heater did not overheat.PHOTO: The Spruce
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Our infrared thermometer registered a high temperature when aimed at the DeLonghi Capsule Heater.The Spruce
We tested tipover protection by carefully tipping the heaters over.The Spruce
We used a tape measure and infrared thermometer to check the heat output at various distances.The Spruce
