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When used as a supplemental heat source, aspace heatermay also lower your energy bills.
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On the other hand, convection heatersrelease warm air, raising the ambient air temperature of the room.
With those pointers in mind, we tested the most popular models inthe Laband at home for six months.
When we tested thisceramic heaterin the lab, we immediately felt a blast of hot air.
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If thats what youre looking for, we highly recommend the Duraflame 3D Infrared Electric Fireplace.
Even when cranking it up high, we appreciated this space heater’s quietness.
Its safety features are somewhat limited, as it only has an overheating shut-off mechanism.
We tested the tip over switch on the Honeywell Ceramic Tower Heater, and it shut off immediately.The Spruce
We enjoyed using the flame effect without generating heat, which created a cozy atmosphere on warmer evenings.
Our guests frequently complimented the heater and enjoyed the welcoming vibe it created.
This fireplace heater is available in eight different finishes that will complement your decor.
While we wish it had a remote, we loved the easy-to-use controls and digital display.PHOTO: The Spruce
If you’re in the market fora fireplace alternative, we highly recommend trying this heater.
It’s a great way to achieve the same look and feel without the hassle of a traditional fireplace.
We then tested this heater at home in our 200-square-foot home office, setting it to eco mode.
We recorded 51.5 decibels when operating the heater on high and 48 on low.
Two features that stood out during testing were the included remote control and the wheeled cabinet design.
Radiant heaters are typically more energy-efficient, heating objects directly, says Roberson.
We love this heater’s aesthetic design, which stands out from the blocky, boxy competition.
While we think its best suited to bedrooms, its modern design fits well in almost any room.
When we picked up the heater to move it during testing, it promptly shut off.
We were pleased to see that the handle on the back of the heater wasnt hot to the touch.
Overall, we think the Honeywell ThermaWave 6 makes a great, affordable choice.
However, we do wish that the fan had blown the heat further.
Despite this, we were pleased to find that the heater’s quality is still holding up well.
Its slim profile and multiple installation options make it our top choice for a wall-mounted space heater.
With its clean, modern design, it wont be a major eyesore, either.
Overall, however, we were very pleased with the functionality and design of this wall-mounted space heater.
Larger space heaters take up more space and may weigh more; thats the case for theDr.
Instead, you would need to convert watts to Btus or vice versa.
Its worth noting that most residential space heaters for supplemental use have about 1,500 watts of power.
you might use a smaller heater in a significantly larger space if you only need a supplemental heat source.
However, if you plan to move it frequently, portability is a factor to consider.
Some features that make a space heater more portable include a lightweight design, built-in handle, or wheels.
It didnt become hot to the touch and made it simple to reposition the 10-pound heater.
Every single one of our recommendations includes this because it’s so essential.
TheHoneywell ThermaWave 6(our best for large rooms pick) has a cool-touch housing and tip-over shut-off.
Timers and Thermostats
A timer is a comfort feature that also provides peace of mind.
During long-term testing at home, we made extensive use of this feature in heaters where it was available.
Many of the best room heaters now rely on electronic controls, and some have a digital display screen.
We have also found that remote controls provide a very welcome convenience.
Although radiant and convection heaters serve a similar purpose, they use different heating mechanisms.
We found that the fake logs and embers added to the realistic look to the Duraflame 3D Infrared Electronic Fireplace.PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
A hot wire passes an electrical current through the quartz element to the ‘neutral’ side.
That heat is radiant," Campbell explains.
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We like that the front of the heater opens up, which makes repositioning the fake logs quick and easy.The Spruce
The fake logs and coals don’t pass close scrutiny, but they look quite realistic from a distance.PHOTO: The Spruce
PHOTO: The Spruce Home / Henry Wortock
We liked having two options to control the settings, through the remote or the top control panel.The Spruce
The wooden exterior of the space heater blended well with our decor.PHOTO: The Spruce / Sage McHugh
The remote worked well, and we enjoyed being able to adjust the temperature from a distance.The Spruce
Besides the remote, you can also control the temperature with the digital control pad.PHOTO: The Spruce
PHOTO: The Spruce / Henry Wortock
In addition to the remote control, you can increase and decrease the space heater’s settings directly on the unit.The Spruce
Even on the lowest setting, the Dreo The Solaris 718 Space Heater warmed up our space quickly.PHOTO: The Spruce
Although it’s larger than many options, we found its sleek design was not obtrusive.PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
The controls are located at the front of the heater and it includes an auto-shutoff after eight hours of use.The Spruce
We tested the temperature of the heater and it remained cool to the touch when in use.PHOTO: The Spruce
The removable legs allow you to use the infrared heater on the ground or mounted.PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
We checked the heater with a non-contact thermometer and found that the grill and housing don’t get hot to the touch.The Spruce
The remote control allowed us to power on the heater from a distance.PHOTO: The Spruce
We tested each heater’s automatic shutoff feature by pushing them over.The Spruce
Space heaters need to be portable, so we picked each one up to relocate and test in different spaces.The Spruce
We found that having a remote is a really useful feature to have in a space heater.The Spruce
