The Best Indoor Portable Electric Heaters
When it's chilly outside, nothing gives a room cozy life like a portable indoor heater. Like magic, it can make even the palest of cellar closets into your own personal lounge. Heaters are perfect companions for chilly days. Of course, such a close companion is a complicated purchase. We know how important it is to choose the right unit to heat your space and others on the go. That’s why we’ve compiled this handy list of the best portable indoor heaters currently available. Each of these units is a great choice to give that cold room new life. We hope you’ll warm up to one of these.
Aikoper Space Heater
Totable and toasty
For those times when your teeth can’t chatter a second longer, this Aikoper space heater is an MVP. It uses ceramic heating technology and a robust fan to power up fast and warm the room in less than a minute. This fan is energy efficient and relatively inexpensive if you’re looking to bypass some steep central heating bills. It features three heat settings with a fan-only setting to boot. The overall efficiency of the heating mechanism combined with the sleek look and portability make this a favorite for us.
Pros:
- Internal thermostat to monitor desired heat level
- Heats up fast
- Includes advanced overheat protection sensor
Cons:
- Smaller unit
GiveBest Portable Space Heater
Heating the space
With this GiveBest heater, looks can be deceiving. Sure, it’s a small heater. But plug it in, switch it on and watch it heat a large room in minutes. It can easily heat a room of up to 200 square feet. This heater uses “Positive Temperature Coefficient” technology to heat up quickly and remain energy efficient while doing so. Add to this a safety guarantee of flame-retardant materials and overheat protection, and you have a perfect alternative to central heating at a very affordable cost.
Pros:
- Very portable
- Safety features
- Differing wattage options
Cons:
- No internal thermostat
Kloudi Portable Oscillating Heater
When we’re working, we like to stay warm. Kloudi’s Portable Oscillating Heater is great for an office setting because it gives you that initial blast of warmth. Then, it moves back and forth to heat the room around you as well. The oscillating heater is quiet, energy-efficient, and sports a cool sleek look. From a visual perspective, it may be that finishing touch you need to bring the look of the office together. In any case, Kloudi’s Portable Oscillating Heater is our favorite desk companion.
Pros:
- Oscillates
- Great safety features including non-tip and overheat shutoffs
- Quiet
Cons:
- Needs to be placed close
Brightown Portable Electric Space Heater
Safe heating
Safety is key with this nifty portable electric space heater from Brightown. It is made of flame retardant materials that make it virtually fireproof. It also shuts off automatically in case of overheating or tipping. Plus, there’s a power indicator to remind you when the unit is plugged in, which adds another layer of safety. This heater is easy to carry – look at that handle – and has alternate settings between producing 750 watts and 1500 watts. If you need to heat a small space without the worry of things getting a little too hot and out of hand, this unit is the way to go.
Pros:
- ETL-certified
- Flame retardant
- Easy to carry
Cons:
- No internal thermostat
Lasko 751320 Space Heater
Click the cold away
It’s just common sense: remote controls make life easier. Sure, many space heaters are easy enough to use without one, but sometimes you don’t want to crawl out from under the covers to change the settings. Thankfully, Lasko has an excellent space heater with an equally excellent remote control. It offers 1500 watts of warmth, three quiet settings, an adjustable thermostat, and a built-in timer. And did we mention it has a remote? If you’ve got other things to focus on and don’t want to get up, we strongly recommend this unit.
Pros:
- Build-in thermostat and timer
- Oscillating
- Tall
Cons:
- Slower heat up, although great when it reaches full power
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace central heating with indoor heaters?
It largely depends on the space. Portable heaters can save money when it comes to heating garages, basements, attics, and any other part of the house that just doesn’t get as much warmth as others.
What is a Positive Temperature Coefficient?
It’s the term for when the resistance of a component rises with the temperature. In heaters, this creates greater heating and energy efficiency.
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