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We recommend only using space heaters with someone present in the same room.
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(All of our picks have both.)
This space heater has two prefs, and during testing, we found a pretty significant difference between them.
And again, this heater combines fashion and function, subtly blending into spaces in more ways than one.
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When were testing, were often on the lookout for flaws or quirks.
The biggest differences lie in design, appearance, and cost.
It has one of the lowest prices ofanyspace heater weve tested.
The DeLonghi Capsule Electric Space Heater stood out for its comfortable handle and stylish design.PHOTO: The Spruce
We had more success with the higher of the two, which kept us super cozy.
Another reassurance was that, even when we (gently!)
kicked it, this unit stayed upright, which we suspect has to do with its bottom-heavy design.
Three months of testing at home confirmed it’s powerful for its size.
That said, its super intuitive to operate, with a straightforward design and easy-to-understand buttons.
These are best for providing heat to one specific spot, rather than heating an entire large space.
Other space heaters have ceramic plates or coils.
Some floor-standing space heaters run off infrared heat or oil.
Infrared heats up very quickly but doesnt stay hot.
All of our picks have 1,500 watts of heating power.
Our top pick for a space heater, theDeLonghi Capsule Electric Space Heater, does have a cool-touch handle.
Once again, space heaters should never be left unattended.
Additionally, always buy models that meet U.S. safety standards.
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PHOTO: The Spruce / Eric Brockob
The Amazon Basics Portable Space Heater puts out a lot of heat for its size, according to our tests.PHOTO: The Spruce
PHOTO: The Spruce / Eric Brockob
The Honeywell Ceramic Tower Heater’s digital display is easy to access on top of the heater.PHOTO: The Spruce
We used an infrared thermometer to measure the temperature at different distances.The Spruce
Several space heaters have tip-over protection in the form of a switch at the base.The Spruce
Throughout testing, we regularly checked the temperature of the room and how it felt to be nearby.The Spruce
