The best portable heaters to keep you warm in winter
If you're looking for a heater upgrade, or maybe you've decided 2023 is the year you invest in one, we've rounded up some options that may just be the thing that gets you through winter warm and toasty.
NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.
De'Longhi Capsule Fan Heater
Able to effectively warm a space up to 20 square metres in size, the De'Longhi Capsule Fan Heater has two power levels you can choose from. It uses ceramic technology to self-regulate and will automatically turn off if turned or tipped over.
De'Longhi Dragon4 Oil Column Heater
This oil heater from De'Longhi is designed to make your rooms, sized up to 70m cubed, toasty and warm. If you're worried about your energy bill, this heater can optimise your home energy consumption with an Eco Plus function. This is through how you choose your temperature and timer settings on the control panel.
De'Longhi Ceramic Convector Panel Heater
Designed for spot heating in medium-sized rooms, you'll be able to set your desired temperature, time and power using the De'Longhi Ceramic Convector Panel Heater. Extremely intuitive, not only will it keep you warm, but it will save on the power bill, as it is able to self-regulate the power and energy used based on the temperature within the room.
De'Longhi Slim Style Panel Portable Heater
Designed to be used in rooms 70m-cubed in size, you can program the time, temperature and power settings on the control panel of the De'Longhi Slim Style Panel Heater. Not only can it be used as a portable heater, but if you've found the perfect spot in your home, it can also be wall mounted. We've found it on Amazon for $274.
Breville The Air Rounder Plus Connect Heater
Not only great in the winter time, the Breville Air Rounder Plus can heat and cool your room as well as work as an air purifier for year-round use. Designed for the modern home, it is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant and you can get greater control using the Breville Home app for more air quality and temperature insights.
Lvgs Small Electric Heater
Small and cute, this heater is great for warming smaller rooms in your home like an office space. It makes minimal noise, is made from eco-friendly materials and costs under $40.
If green isn't your colour, it also comes in pink and yellow.
De'Longhi Electronic Ceramic Fan Heater
Designed for spot heating, the De'Longhi Electronic Ceramic Fan Heater tops the class in personal heaters. You can choose between three heating settings, it has an intuitive design with safety in mind. You can use the Eco Plus mode – a setting that optimises power consumption to avoid raising your power bill. On top of this, there's an automatic detector that will turn the heater off if it's tipped over.
If you are looking for something a little bigger, De'Longhi also has the Tower Fan Heater available.
Vornado Whole Room Heater
For $247, this Vornado heater is able to evenly circulate airflow throughout the room thanks to its 'vortex action' design. After 12 hours, as a safety precaution, the heater will automatically turn off.
De'Longhi Steel Elite Heater
The De'Longhi Steel Elite Heater lets heat up with its adjustable room thermostat. This will then produce heat to reach your desired temperature with three heating settings based on power usage: 2400W, 1400W and 800W.
Russell Hobbs Retro Portable Ceramic Electric Heater
Shaped similar to an old school radio, this Russell Hobbs electric heater will not only effectively heat your room, but look good in it too. With two heating settings, it is designed to warm spaces up to 15 square metres in size – that's roughly the size of a small living space or bedroom. Just set your desired temperature, and once the space is warmed up to that heat, the machine will automatically turn off to prevent overheating and save on usage.
Lenoxx Electric Fireplace Heater
Skip the maintenance and potential dangers that come with a real fireplace but keep the rustic aesthetic with this Lenoxx Electric Fireplace Heater. This heater comes with two heat settings that can be controlled by pulling out the drawer underneath the fire. The heater looks like it has real flames keeping you warm, but they're just a nice little addition that you can control the brightness of.
Goldair Flat Fan Heater
Measuring 25.5cm x 25cm x 13cm, this small but mighty heater has two heat settings as well as a cool fan setting, making it useful year-round. It's a great option for spot heating with an adjustable airflow grill to angle the heat just where you want it.
Olimpia Splendid 2000W Ceramic Heater
Standing at just over 30cm high, this little heater can easily be scooped up and moved from room to room. Featuring an oscillating design to distribute heat evenly across the room, plus a thermostat for regulation, you'll have your room warmed up in no time.
Goldair 2000W Upright Fan Heater
Another 2000-watt design, this small but mighty heater has two heat settings, so you can select your preference. About 20cm tall, you can move this one from room to room with ease, and feel safe with its tip-over switch, which will turn it off immediately in case of a tip or a fall.
Kambrook 2400W Upright Fan Heater
Featuring a smart black finish, two heat settings and an oscillating mechanism, you'll enjoy keeping this little Kambrook heater close throughout the cold winter months. Small and easy to transport, you can keep this one below your desk and warming your feet, or at your bedside to heat up your room in the morning.
Dimplex 2kW Tall Ceramic Heater
A slightly taller heater, this one stands at about 50cm and has two heat settings for you to choose from. It also oscillates for heat distribution or can be operated via a thermostat dial for precision heating and regulation. It also has auto-shutoff in case of tipping or overheating, making it a super safe option to have at home.
Kogan Portable Ceramic Fan Heater
With its cylindrical design and wide-angle oscillation, the Kogan Portable Ceramic Fan Heater will get you warm in no time. You can carry it from room to room with ease and can choose from two heating settings.
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