Comparison: Best Space Heater On The Market (Updated | Dec 16th)
When winter’s chill seeps into your bones, nothing beats the instant warmth of a quality space heater. We’ve done the legwork, testing and comparing the top contenders to find the perfect balance of efficiency, safety, and comfort. From whisper-quiet operation to smart features that learn your preferences, we’ll help you discover the space heater that’ll transform your home into a warm sanctuary all season long.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
- Best for quiet precision heater: Dreo Space Heater
- Best for fast tilt heating: Dreo Space Heater 1500W
- Best for wide-angle warmth: Dreo Space Heater
- Best for large room champion: Dreo Space Heater for Large Room
- Best for convection excellence: Ballu Convection Panel Space Heater for Large Room
- Best for compact dual function: Electactic Portable Ceramic Space Heater w/Thermostat
- Best for silent safety choice: Sunnote Space Heater for Indoor Use
- Best for 3d room coverage: Dreo Whole Room Heater 714
- Best for portable desktop heat: BLACK+DECKER Portable Space Heater
Product Comparison: Best Space Heater On The Market
Quiet Precision Heater
Dreo Space Heater, Portable Electric Heaters for Indoor Use with Thermostat and Remote, 2024 Upgraded, Digital Display, 12H Timer, 5 Mode, 1500W PTC Ceramic Fast Safety Heat for Office Bedroom Home
Dreo
- Powerful heat that fits everywhere: Dreo space heaters for indoor combines Hyperamics 1500W advanced PTC system with a new heat funnel design to deliver heat within seconds and enhance warm air circulation for up to 200% farther reach than traditional heaters.
- Unbreakable safety: Dreo goes beyond the unexpected to deliver peace of mind with every room heater. The innovative tilt-detection sensor improves accuracy and reliability for better tip-over protection, and built with V0 flame retardant materials, overheat protection, and safety plug, all certified by ETL.
- Ultimate temperature control: The enhanced NTC chipset brings more precision to turn your space heater with thermostat into a smart heating powerhouse, allowing you to set heat on a wider range from 41-95℉ with 1℉ increments, saving you energy while keeping you comfortable.
- Cozy quietness: No more choosing between quiet or warmth, Dreo’s heater for bedroom warms quietly thanks to its brushless DC motor with frictionless performance and a winglet fan design that reduces turbulence, reducing noise to only 34dB.
- Fits into your lifestyle: This portable heater handle makes it easier to carry and is equipped with multiple heating levels and modes to heat as you like (Power heat, ECO, Fan Only). It also features handy extras for a hassle-free experience (remote control, 12-hour timer, mute, child lock, and memory function).
- We Are Always Here for You: To ensure a pleasant experience for everyone while using the heater, it is recommended to carefully read the precautions in the user manual and QSG before use. It is important to note that a hot or loose-fitting plug can be a sign of a worn electrical outlet. We recommend that such outlets be checked and replaced prior to heater use to prevent potential overheating hazards. Let our product experts guide you through any issues or questions you might have with the product at any time with our customer support line.
Fast Tilt Heating
Dreo Space Heater 1500W, 60° Adjustable Tilt, 10.5ft/s Portable Electric Heaters for Indoor Use with Thermostat, 8 Safety Protections, 3 Modes, Remote, Quiet Desk Heater for Bedroom, Office, Black
Dreo
- Fast Warm Air Delivery: Powered by 1500W Hyperamics tech, this space heater for indoor use delivers warmth in just 2 seconds and produces 53.9% more heated air than traditional heaters
- Vertical Tilt for Full-Body Warmth: Manually tilt the portable heater from 0°-20°-40°-60°, enjoying warmth from your head to toe. Place it on a table or floor, heating wherever you need it
- Unbreakable Safety: Enjoy peace of mind with the electric heater featuring advanced tip-over protection, V0 flame retardant materials, overheat protection, and a safety plug, all certified by ETL
- Precise Temperature Control: The advanced NTC chipset lets you set your heater for office from 41-95℉ in precise 1℉ increments, delivering smart, energy-saving comfort tailored to your needs
- Enjoy Distraction-Free Warmth: DREO’s desk heater uses a brushless DC motor and winglet fan design to reduce turbulence, operating as quietly as 34dB for peaceful comfort
Wide-Angle Warmth
Dreo Space Heater, 1500W Portable Electric Heaters for Indoor Use, PTC Ceramic Heater for Office with Remote, Thermostat, 70°Oscillation, 12H Timer, 5 Modes, Safe Quiet Room Heater for Bedroom
Dreo
- Faster Heat Than Ever: Powered by Dreo Hyperamics Technology, Atom One space heater heats up more efficiently with up to 1500W working power, reaching your desired temperature immediately, letting you feel fast, balmy heat straight away. This electric heater is meant to sit by your feet on the floor, near your hands on a desk, or carry around indoors. Add our heaters for indoors use to your cart & experience our amazing heater and customer service
- Shield360° Protection: Dreo Room Heater Heat up your day and night without worries. ETL-listed Shield360° system provides tip-over and overheat protection, as well as an enhanced safety plug. Along with UL94 V-0 flame-retardant materials to ensure ultimate safety in all aspects
- Save More on Energy Bills: ECO Mode adjusts the heat level automatically to reach your desired temperature while saving more on energy bills. Personalize your own comfort with the digital thermostat from 41 to 95 ℉, adjustable in 1℉ increments. Precise Heat, Precise Comfort
- Warm Any Angle: Experience the heat that envelopes you in the widest way possible. 70° wide-angle oscillation sweeps around to cover the whole area, providing wide-reaching heat for your bedroom, garage, basement, office, desktop, etc
- Engineered to be Quieter: Brushless DC motor and 9 aerodynamic blades smooth out airflow and eliminate air turbulence, delivering soft, tranquil warmth. As quiet as 37.5 dB, you can sleep or work with peace of mind
- Heat the Way You Like: With various modes (High/Medium/Low/ECO/Fan Only), the heat comes in many forms, from powerful heat to more energy-saving ECO heat. Dreo Atom One electric heater with remote control easily provides the balance you want between heat and energy saving
Large Room Champion
Dreo Space Heater for Large Room, 23 Inch Electric Heaters for Indoor Use, 8 Safe Protection Tower, 70° Oscillation, PTC Ceramic with Thermostat and Remote, Quiet, 12H Timer, Bedroom, Office
Dreo
- Twice the heat power: With dual DC motors, this DREO heater doubles airflow at 10ft/s, heats up in 2s, plus a 25% larger heating plate that efficiently warms rooms up to 250 sq.ft.
- Worry-free warmth: With child-lock, safety plug, overheat, tip-over protection and cool-touch housing, this ETL-listed electric heater provides safe, efficient warmth indoors.
- Energy-efficient heating: Save up to 40% on energy with ECO mode, along with precise temp control (41-95°F) in 1°F increments, 3 heat levels, and a fan mode for optimal comfort.
- Even heat distribution: Enjoy a cozy room with 70° wide oscillating, ensuring heat spreads to every corner for consistent warmth, making it perfect for large spaces on chilly days.
- Whisper-quiet comfort: At a mere 34db, this heater brings warmth to your large room without noise disruption. The 12hr timer offers convenience for effortless heating all day long.
Convection Excellence
Ballu Convection Panel Space Heater for Large Room,1500W Electric Heater with Programmable Thermostat,WiFi App Control,Standing or Wall Mount,Smart Quiet Heater for Indoor Use,Works with Alexa,White
Ballu
- Reliable Winter Warmth That Lasts: Enjoy a cozy home with the Ballu Space Heater, built with a patented Hedgehog Heating Element crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum and protected by an all-metal body. Engineered for long-term performance—tested to deliver warmth season after season. Backed by a 2-year warranty, your purchase is well supported for added peace of mind
- Quick Comfort, Lasting Warmth:With a 36% increase in air contact surface,this heater spreads warmth faster and more evenly.Enjoy heat in just 30 seconds,and experience a cozy environment as it can warm an entire room within 1–2 hours.Ideal for rooms up to 250 sq.ft as a primary heater,and providing supplemental warmth for areas over 500 sq.ft
- Ultimate Control for Large Rooms: Perfect for living rooms or master bedrooms, this heater gives you options—use the remote from the sofa, the sleek digital panel when passing by, or the app with Alexa for effortless voice control. Whether you’re relaxing, working, or getting ready for bed
- Up to 37% Energy Cost Saving:The Ballu Room Heater combines an exposed temperature sensor, adjustable thermostat,and a highly efficient all-aluminum heating element.These features help maintain consistent warmth while optimizing energy use,so you enjoy a comfortable home with smarter,more efficient heating
- Ultimate Comfort Experience: Say goodbye to noise,cold,and dryness.The Ballu Electric Heater quietly fills your space with gentle,consistent warmth—like being wrapped in a soft blanket on a winter night.Whether you’re relaxing,working,or drifting off to sleep,it creates a cozy and peaceful environment that keeps you comfortable all day long
- Enhanced Flexibility and Style:The Convection Panel Heater can be used freestanding with portable casters or easily wall-mounted with the included accessories—no tools required.Its versatile design makes it a perfect fit for bedrooms,offices,living rooms,and apartments,delivering warmth wherever you need it
- Perfect Safety for Your Family: Ballu space heaters for indoor use large room consists of an insulated alloy case, v0-rated flame-retardant power cord,and plug with multiple safety features,including built-in smart tip-over protection,overheat protection,and a 24-hour timer for added peace of mind
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Compact Dual Function
Electactic Portable Ceramic Space Heater w/Thermostat, 1500W Indoor Electric Space Heater Fan with Overheat and Tip-Over Protection, Heat Up 200 Square Feet for Office Room Dorm Use, Silver
Electactic
- 2-in-1 Ceramic Heater & Fan : Offers year-round comfort with two heating modes (1500W & 750W) for winter and a cool air fan for summer use. Equipped with a thermostat, the heater fan automatically turns off once the preset temperature is reached and reactivates when the room temperature drops below the set point. Easily adjust the thermostat between 41°F and 95°F to maintain your ideal room temperature effortlessly.
- Multi-Protection Safety System: Three built-in safety features ensure complete peace of mind. The ceramic space heater is constructed from flame-retardant materials to prevent fire hazards. It also features an automatic overheat shutoff and a tip-over switch that immediately cuts power if the unit is knocked over, with operation resuming once it’s placed upright.
- Compact, Portable & Cost-Effective：Enjoy targeted warmth exactly where you need it. This portable heater is your energy-efficient solution for spot heating—whether in your home office, bedroom, or any space where cranking up the central heat is unnecessary and costly.
- Quiet & 2s Rapid Heating: The noise of this electric heater fan makes is lower than 45 decibels, quiet enough for most people to use in a bedroom while sleeping. With PTC ceramic heating tech and high speed fan, this heater put out tons of heat to heat up 200 square feet in seconds
- Lightweight and Wide Applicability: Weighing below 3 lbs and sized at 6.85”L x 5.47W” x 9.65”H with easy to hold design, the desktop heater doesn’t take up space. On the table, at y our feet, and by the cabinet, or place it at study, bedroom, office, dorm, no matter where you are in the corner, it can quickly deliver a uniform warm current.
Silent Safety Choice
Sunnote Space Heater for Indoor Use, 1500W Electric & Portable Ceramic Heaters with 80°Oscillating, Thermostat, 5 Modes, 24Hrs Timer, Room Heater with Remote, Fast Heating Safe for Bedroom Room Use
Sunnote
- 【Instantly Warms Any Room】Powerful 1500W PTC technology ＆ 3,000 rpm/min wind wheel allows this space heater to heat up within seconds with 3 heating modes and a continuous work mode(MAX) . Our ECO Mode heaters for indoor use intelligently adjusts the heating output to minimize energy usage, helping you save on electricity bills without compromising on warmth, this portable heater is perfect for any room in your home, office, or garage.
- 【Noiseless and Silent】Designed for a better user experience, this space heaters for indoor use operates quietly at only 38dB thanks to its silent wind wheel. Enjoy warmth without any distracting noise in your space.
- 【Multiple Safe Features】The electric space Heater is equipped with overheat protection, tip-over protection, child lock,V0 flame retardant 2-prong plug, and sturdy 6ft power cord that all certified by ETL for enhanced safety. Choosing our room heater to stay warm and worry-free with this versatile and reliable heating solution.
- 【Oscillating & Precise Temperature Control】With multiple heating modes and adjustable digital thermostat in our heaters, you can customize the 80°wide-angle oscillation and 40-99℉ temperature with ±1℉ increments to suit your preferences. Whether you need accurate focused heat in one direction or widespread warmth, our heater for bedroom delivers both with ease.
- 【User-Friendly Design】With the heater’s user-friendly touch screen control, 24Hrs Timer and convenient remote, you can easily adjust settings from anywhere at any time in the room. Choose the 24-hour non-shutdown feature for continuous warmth or set it for specific hours to keep the area cozy and comfortable.
3D Room Coverage
Dreo Whole Room Heater 714, 60° Vertical & 90° Horizontal 3D Oscillating Heating, 12 ft/s Long-Range Circulator, 3 Heat & 3 Fan Settings, Space Heaters for Indoor Use, Bedroom, Office, Black
Dreo
- 3𝘿 𝙒𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙚-𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙢 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜: This heater for bedroom delivers 12ft/s airflow with 60° vertical and 90° horizontal oscillation, ensuring fast, even warmth that keeps every corner cozy.
- 𝙉𝙚𝙭𝙩-𝙇𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜: Powered by 1500W PTC, this portable ceramic heater delivers 2s instant warmth with a 92% boost and 120CFM airflow for quick, even heating throughout any room.
- 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝘼𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙙: With overheat shutoff, tip-over protection, and flame-retardant housing, this ETL-listed room heater brings safe, reliable warmth you can trust daily.
- 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚, 𝙨𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚: With ECO Mode, this heater for office maintains perfect warmth from 41-95°F in 1°F increments, giving you tailored comfort while using less power to cut daily energy costs.
- 𝙁𝙤𝙘𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙢𝙩𝙝, 𝙯𝙚𝙧𝙤 𝙣𝙤𝙞𝙨𝙚: With a brushless DC motor and upgraded Bionic Blade design, this desk heater stays whisper-quiet at 34dB, keeping your space cozy without distraction. Simply set the 12H timer and let comfort run on your schedule.
Portable Desktop Heat
BLACK+DECKER Portable Space Heater, Room Space Heater with Carry Handle for Easy Transport
BLACK+DECKER
- PORTABLE DESKTOP HEATER– Take this outstanding BLACK+DECKER portable space heater with you from room to room! This lightweight personal heater weighs only 2.8 lbs. and comes with a carry handle for easy transport.
- HEATER + FAN COMBO– Our fantastic room space heater is compact, but powerful. With dimensions of 7.3” x 6.3” x 9.2”, this soace heater is perfect for your dorm or office desk, bedroom table, basement, garage worktable, RV shelf and just about anywhere you need extra heat.
- ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT CONTROL– Choose your optimal setting: LOW HEAT (750 Watts), HIGH HEAT (1500 Watts), or FAN. Just plug in your small space heater in with the 6 ft. power cord and enjoy comforting warmth!
- DESIGNED FOR SAFETY– This flameless portable heater comes with overheat protection and an auto tip-over shutoff feature that lets you rest easy while staying safe. This infrared heater is for indoor use only.
- QUALITY GUARANTEED– Like all BLACK+DECKER products, our superior heater portable comes with a 1-year warranty, so you can feel confident about your purchase.
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What should I look for when buying a space heater?
Consider the heater’s heating capacity, measured in BTUs or watts, to match your room size. Look for safety features like tip-over protection and overheat shut-off. Energy efficiency and noise levels are also important factors.
How do ceramic and infrared heaters compare?
Ceramic heaters heat up quickly and are ideal for small to medium rooms. Infrared heaters provide targeted heat and are better for larger spaces or drafty areas. Both are energy-efficient but serve different heating needs.
Are space heaters expensive to run?
Running costs depend on the heater’s wattage and your electricity rates. Energy-efficient models with programmable timers can help reduce costs. Look for heaters with eco modes to save on energy bills.
What safety features should a space heater have?
Tip-over protection automatically shuts off the heater if it falls. Overheat shut-off prevents the unit from getting too hot. Cool-touch exteriors are also essential to avoid burns.
Can a space heater heat an entire room?
Yes, but it depends on the heater’s capacity and the room’s size. Larger rooms may require a heater with higher BTUs or multiple units. Proper insulation also plays a key role in effectiveness.
Are expensive space heaters worth the investment?
Higher-priced models often offer advanced features like smart controls and better build quality. However, budget-friendly options can still provide reliable heating. Consider your specific needs and usage frequency.
How noisy are space heaters?
Noise levels vary by model, with ceramic heaters typically being quieter than fan-forced ones. Infrared heaters are virtually silent since they don’t use fans. Check decibel ratings if noise is a concern.
Do space heaters require maintenance?
Most space heaters are low-maintenance but should be cleaned regularly to remove dust. Check filters and vents for blockages to ensure efficiency. Always follow the manufacturer’s care instructions.