For smaller rooms, a space heater is a good option.
Not only do they provide instant heat, today’s models are also very energy efficient. Instead of cranking up your home thermostat, a space heater is a convenient way to stay warm & save money!
Modern space heaters offer cool features too:
adjustable temp, auto shutoff, lots of power levels, timer controls
Below I detailed my list of the best space heaters for home.
Portable electric heater prices range, $69 – $179.
- Dr Heater DR998 Review
- Vornado Vortex Space Heater
- Lasko Bathroom Space Heater
- Dr Heater DR-978 Review
- Duraflame Electric Fireplace
- Lasko 1500W Space Heater
- Wiland Home Space Heater
- Vornadobaby Baby Room Heater
- Dyson Space Heater Review
- Honeywell Ceramic Space Heater
Best Space Heater Reviews
#1.) Dr Heater DR998 Heater
The Dr Heater DR998 heater continues to be a top seller.
Designed for large rooms, it’s a dual space heater which combines infrared and convection heat.
Heating: 1,000 sq. ft.
Pricing: Expensive
As a space heater, it comes w/ dual heating system that combines convection and infrared space heating.
Built-in fan quickly disperses warm air evenly throughout the room – Dr Infrared heater is 60% faster than a typical space heater.
Dr Heater DR998 can last multiple years – up to 80,000 hours.
Expensive space heater, but very good buyer reviews!
#2.) Vornado Vortex Heater
The Vornado Vortex is the best space heater for portability.
Even as a compact floor heater it is powerful enough to heat larger rooms or even offices.
Rooms: Whole Room
Pricing: Medium
What really makes it stand out is the “Vortex Action” and Climate Control.
Vortex action evenly distributes warm air throughout the room — paired w/ the climate-control feature, your room will have a steady temp.
Super lightweight at 5 pounds makes it a solid portable heating option.
Lots of happy buyer reviews online.
#3.) Dr Infrared DR-978 Review
The Dr Infrared DR-978 is a new, top seller this year!
Super low noise, efficient hybrid heating, and self-regulating thermostat.
Heating: 5,200 BTU
Weight: 10 lbs
Pricing: Expensive
It’s a very user-friendly model that lets you set a desired room temp.
As a space heater it uses a dual heating system – it combines convection and infrared heating. This makes it energy efficient, and low noise.
Dr Infrared DR-978 is also the best space heaters for fast heating.
Compared to other models the Dr Infrared is one of the safest space heaters as well. Safety features include:
overheat protection, tip-over sensor, no exposed heating elements
Expensive, but lots of positive buyer reviews!
#4.) Lasko Small Space Heater
Lasko CD08200 is the best bathroom space heater (or small rooms).
Originally designed for cold bathrooms, is popular as a bedroom or city apartment heater.
Rooms: 225 sq. ft.
Price: Affordable
Small space heater it weighs only 3.8 pounds. Very portable for home use.
Its small size and weight also make it versatile – buyers say it sits nicely on a table, office desk, or bedside floor.
Lasko CD08200 is also a safe space heater w/ overheat protection and self-regulating heat.
#5.) Duraflame Electric Fireplace Heater
Duraflame fireplace infrared heater is a super powerful option.
It uses infrared quartz heat for maintaining natural humidity, making it easier to breathe.
Room Size: 1000 sq. ft.
Pricing: Medium
Duraflame electric fireplace heater includes an adjustable thermostat so you can set your desired temperature.
Buyers like the aesthetic of it too – the 3D flame gives a realistic look, while being fully electric.
It also includes overheat protection for safety.
Expensive space heater, but one of the most popular online.
#6.) Lasko Tower Space Heater
This Lasko space heater is a combo unit – the best space heater and tower fan.
Powerful 1500W tower heater that quickly covers large areas – great as a basement or living room space heater!
Settings: 43 – 115℉
Pricing: Medium
Lots of safety features make it one of the safest space heaters for home.
Even though it stands 42″ tall, it includes tip-over and overheat protection. If tipped or overheated it auto shut-off.
Buyers love its sleek, tall design and say it’s one of the best corner space heaters.
Lots of positive buyer reviews!
#7.) Wiland Electric Space Heater
The Wiland space heater is a new release and a top seller.
Powerful 1500W tower heater that can cover a large area – excellent for stable heating in living rooms.
Settings: 43 – 115℉
Pricing: Medium
Very safe space heater it includes multiple safety functions w/ overheat protection and ABS materials (which won’t overheat).
Buyers say it is one of the best space heaters for maintaining heat for long durations. The timer can be set up to 8 hours.
Good price and very good buyer reviews.
#8.) Vornadobaby Tempa Nursery Heater
Vornadobaby Tempa Nursery Heater is the safest space heater for baby room.
Super quiet and very safe, it features tip-over protection, cool-touch exterior, and child lock switch.
Weight: 5 pounds
Price: Medium
It is designed for gentle, quiet heating and includes built-in temp sensors.
As a space heater for baby room, the unit itself has a cool-exterior (with no hot surfaces) and covered cord storage.
Buyers also love the child lock feature – settings can’t be tampered with.
Good price and the best nursery space heater.
#9.) Dyson Space Heater + Fan
Dyson is known for their exquisite design + high-end technology.
It’s difficult to consider the Dyson Hot+Cool Link a regular space heater – its technology and price are unlike any others.
Type: Bladeless heater
Price: Very expensive
The Dyson bladeless fan and heater offers similar output as a ventless heater.
Buyers love how fast it circulates warm air in large rooms. They also confirm how quietly it operates as a bedroom space heater.
Another benefit is the built-in thermostat – similar to mini split system, you can adjust for your desired temp.
As you can guess, the Dyson Hot + Cool is extremely expensive.
#10.) Honeywell Slim Ceramic Heater
Honeywell Tower Heater offers 2 heat settings and multiple safety features.
Easy Timer lets you gradually decrease heat over 2-hours – best space heater for bedrooms!
Rooms: 600 – 1200 sq. ft.
Pricing: Medium
Super lightweight, the Honeywell comes w/ a tip-over safety feature – If it tips or overheats, the unit will automatically shutoff.
New “Smart Controls” let you limit heating to specific areas:
– Floor area only
– Personal space only (radius)
– Whole room heating
Lots of positive reviews w/ fair price.
Notable – Lasko Bladeless Heater (AW300)
Lasko Air Logic Bladeless heater comes w/ top features + affordable price.
As a tower heater it has a unique versatility — its bladeless design makes it much quieter (than similar tower heaters).
Type: Bladeless heater
Price: Medium
Provides balanced heating in rooms of 300 sq. ft.
It’s also very lightweight at 10.7 pounds, making it a top portable heater.
There’s also an automatic thermostat and remote control.
Possibly the best bedroom space heater w/ medium price tag.
Notable – Lasko Electric Ceramic Tower Heater
Built as a compact, basic model, this Ceramic Tower Heater is an economic choice — perhaps the most energy efficient space heaters available.
Twist knob settings adjust the heat level and allow you to choose between low, high, and fan-only modes.
If you want to lower your energy bill without investing too much, this model is just the right one for you.
Built-in safety features like cool-touch housing, overheat protection + self-regulating heat.
Lasko compact size makes it a great option for medium size rooms.
Highlights
- Dimensions: 6.4 x 7 x 17 inches
- Weight: 5.1 pounds
- Affordable – Economic choice!
- Oscillation feature
- 3 comfort settings
Potential Flaws
- Does not include thermostat or remote control
Notable – Lasko Pedestal Heater Review
Lasko designed this ceramic heater to include some great, practical features that really set this space heater apart.
The multi-function remote control is an easy way to command these features:
- Adjusting + setting temperature
- Heater oscillation
- Setting timer
- ON / OFF
The elevated bas gives it heating that’s effective for direct heat – sitting at the office, in bed or on the couch.
Multiple quiet settings make this a good choice for nighttime use in a bedroom or child’s nursery.
This energy-bill reducer works quickly and efficiently to take the chill out of the air without draining your wallet. Its streamlined physique doesn’t take up much space, yet it provides room-warming heat in a matter of minutes.
Highlights
- Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 28.8 inches
- Weight: 9 pounds
- Quiet settings = 2
- Includes remote control
- Oscillating feature
- Built-in safety features
Potential Flaws
- More expensive than other space heaters
Notable – Honeywell HCE323V Tower Heater
Honeywell HCE323V ceramic heater is slim tower heater w/ full-range oscillation.
It comes w/ 2 constant heat settings which includes an energy efficient setting. At the top of the heater you’ll see a small digital control panel which lets you control all the settings — you can also control the Honeywell space heater using the remote control which is included.
Functionality includes 4 different time settings + you can program it to run for up to 8 hours.
Like the other space heaters on my list, the Honeywell heater comes with safety multiple sensors which will automatically turn it off – tip over sensor and overheat sensor.
I like the fact that the Honeywell HCE323V is tall and thin. This makes it nice for office-use or at home.
Highlights
- Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.7 x 23.1 inches
- Weight: 4.54 pounds
- Heat settings: 2 constant heat settings
- Remote control included
- 4 time settings
- Multiple safety features
- Tip-over sensor + Heat sensor
- Motion sensor
- Dust filter included
Potential Flaws
- Does not always detect correct room temperature
Notable – Lasko Cyclonic Ceramic Heater
Built to heat large rooms, Lasko’s Cyclonic Heater is a great option.
It’s an energy efficient space heater which can also save money on your utility bills.
Modeled after a traditional wall radiator, it is uniquely designed to fit against a wall to remain unobtrusive. The unique design allows cool air to circulate in from the bottom and come out as heated air at the top.
The Glide-System Pivot Lever allows you to adjust the direction of air flow to wherever you most need it. Easy to use digital controls display the thermostat, high/low/auto modes, a 7-hour timer, and 2 quiet settings to bring you a fully customized heating experience.
While bigger than most, this model excels in heating large areas, and would be ideal if you are looking to heat a large bedroom, office, or living room.
Highlights
- Dimensions: 18 x 8 x 26 inches
- Weight: 17 pounds
- Great for large spaces!
- 7 hour timer
- Glide-System directs air flow
- 2 quiet modes
- Built-in safety features
Potential Flaws
- Does not offer tip-over safety shut off
- Heavier than others – not a true portable space heater
Notable – Lasko Oscillating Tower Heater
The Lasko Oscillating tower heaters have it all – easy controls, quiet settings, and lots of strong buyer reviews!
Right away you will notice its easy-to-use push button control panel and remote control.
Oscillating feature provides wide range of motion to ensure no nook or cranny of your room remains chilly. Lightweight, it comes w/ a clever handle making it a portable space heater – easy to move room-to-room.
⭐⭐ Best Tower Space Heater ⭐⭐
Includes 2 quiet settings and comes with auto-control thermostat making it very energy efficient.
Timer feature makes the Lasko tower heater optimal for keeping bedrooms warm, cozy, and quiet at night.
Lots of strong buyer reviews, I find this Lasko tower heater to be a smartly designed, user-friendly model perfect for any household.
Update: slightly different model, Lasko 5572 (better alternative)
Highlights
- Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 23 inches
- Weight: 7.2 pounds
- Includes remote control
- Oscillating feature
- Tall and slim!
- 2 quiet settings
- Built-in safety features
Potential Flaws
- Does not offer tip-over safety shut off
Notable – Quartz Heater Review
The Quartz Tower Heater is a radiant space heater providing safe, warm heat for both small and large rooms.
FYI: Radiant heat uses heated coils that provide continuous warmth to the surrounding area.
Quartz heaters is on the smaller, more compact side, but offers quality heating due to its double quartz tube heating system.
⭐⭐ Best Space Heater with Heated Coils ⭐⭐
The comfort-control thermostat lets you adjust the heat level to your comfort, while the MaxFlow fan pushes heat further into the room for maximum reach.
Comes with 2 safety features: cool-touch exterior + automatic overheat shut-off
Personally I like how small and compact this model is — not too bulky or obtrusive. Ideal size for bedrooms.
Highlights
- Dimensions: 14 x 25 x 10 inches
- Weight: 7 pounds
- Very affordable
- Cool touch exterior
- Auto overheat shut-off safety feature
- Small but powerful
- MaxFlow Fan
- Cool-touch exterior
- Automatic overheat shut-off
- Great for small spaces!
Potential Flaws
- Fan can be a bit loud
Notable – Lasko Ceramic Tower Heater
This Lasko heater is perfect for living rooms + bedrooms.
Equipped with a digital thermostat as well as the option of using low/high settings, you can easily adjust the heat range to your exact comfort level.
The improved oscillation feature evenly distributes heat throughout the room as it gently rotates from side to side.
The timer feature makes it easy to set it and forget it!
Ceramic is self-regulating to prevent overheating issues, and other safety features like automatic shut-off and cool-touch exterior keep your home safe during use.
Extra features like the included remote control, with clever remote storage behind the heater, as well as the carrying handle to make moving the heater from room to room easy, make this space heater a great choice.
I like that this model really has a lot to offer in terms of extra features, and as far as space heaters go, this one has the most sleek, modern look.
Highlights
- Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 30 inches
- Weight: 11.6 pounds
- Self regulating ceramic for extra safety
- Includes remote control
- Oscillation feature
- Automatic shut-off for overheat protection
Potential Flaws
- Some customers thought the fan was too loud
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