Best Space Heater
Top 10 Rated Space Heaters 2025
By Brian Jones
As temperatures drop we are in constant search of ways to keep ourselves warm. Central heating is a great option, but it can be expensive and in some cases inefficient. Bundling up is always a way to go, but not particularly when we are seeking comfort in the winter months. Space heaters are an answer for many people who wish for comfort and efficiency in their heating option. We reviewed 10 of the best space heaters out there and rated them according to the following criteria:
1. Heating power
2. Electricity consumption
3. Adjustable thermostat
4. Safety features like auto shut-off and tip over shut-off
5. Dimensions and space usage
6. Portability
7. Included manufacturer warranty
| Dr Infrared DR968 |
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Infrared quartz heater |
Infrared heaters are safer and save money in energy costs. Dr Infrared DR968 does all that in a stylish wooden container with no exposed heating elements that can cause burns. The space heater has a high, low, and auto mode setting that saves energy.
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| Vornado TouchStone TVH500 |
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Remote control |
This small space heater from Vornado is powerful and feature laden. Heating an entire room becomes a worry of the past since it is designed for a 16×16 room with an 8 foot ceiling. The TVH500 comes with a remote, shutoff features, a handle for easy portability, and three different fan speeds.
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| Lasko 755320 |
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Oscillating ceramic heater |
The Lasko Ceramic Tower Heater comes with a remote control for added usefulness. The unit is very quiet during operation and also has an 8-hour timer so you can leave it alone and know it will turn off.
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| DeLonghi Oil Filled Radiator |
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Radiator heater |
Oil-filled radiators are great at heating any room in the house. This model has a built-in thermostat to keep the room at a comfortable temperature while keeping energy consumption low.
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| Mr.Heater MH9BX |
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Radiant propane heater |
One of the biggest draws to this rugged heater is safety. It is approved for indoor and outdoor use. Said to heat up to a 200 square-foot space, the Mr.Heater will probably be your best friend in cold weather.
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| Sunpentown Mini Tower |
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Oscillating ceramic heater |
You can get this ceramic heater for a great deal. It has an oscillating mode for even room heating, two settings, and a fan-only mode. Safety features like overheat protection, thermal cut-off, and tip-over protection add peace of mind.
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| Honeywell HZ-370GP |
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Electric convection heater |
This heater is still in the reasonable price range, and does its job very well. Its convection heating and oscillation make this unit warm up a room quickly, and its saves energy by shutting off automatically when it reaches its target temperature.
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| Lasko 754200 |
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Cearamic Heater |
A low priced heater perfect for heating small rooms on chilly days. This ceramic heater has 3-settings, a self-regulating ceramic element, is very quiet, and utilizes an automatic overheat protection feature for safety.
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| Seabreeze Electric SF12ST |
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Cord free |
This unique heater is wall-mounted to an electric outlet which frees up space in your room and eliminates having another cord to trip over. Designed for small to midsize rooms, this Seabreeze heater is a great alternative to central heating in terms of cost and performance. The unit features an outlet so an entire outlet is not devoted to the heater.
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| Optimus H-4439 |
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Parabolic dish radiant heater |
Although it lacks a thermostat, the Optimus H-4439 is ideal for small to mid-size rooms. This heater gives off a radiant heat, runs quietly, and oscillates. It consumes very low amounts of energy while on the low setting and has numerous automatic shut-off triggers to give you peace of mind.
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