Best Electric Heaters

One of winter’s little luxuries, electric heaters can be a cheap and efficient way to keep your living room or bedroom warm. With such a huge selection to choose from - including outdoor, fireplace, wall and portable electric heaters - it's worth thinking about how you'll use your heater before buying one. Continue reading...

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Based on 963 Electric Heater reviews
DeLonghi DL2401TF
  • Award Winner 2023
4.0 from 74 reviews

The $189 DeLonghi DL2401TF quickly heats up a room, and can be turned off soon after it speedily performs a job well done.

RRP $189$145Bing Lee

Outstanding heating ability
Integrated fan
Good value for money
  • Build Quality
    4.9 (21)
  • Value for Money
    4.3 (22)
  • Noise Level
    4.4 (21)
  • Heating Speed
    4.2 (22)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.6 (22)
  • Safety
    4.7 (22)
  • Smell Yes (2) · No (19)
  • Heater TypeFin & Column and Portable
  • Max Room Size 70
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Dimensions 630 x 510 x 150 mm
  • FeaturesFan, Thermostat, Timer and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesAnti-Frost Function
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power2,400 W
Heatstrip Classic THH-A Series

Heatstrip Classic THH-A Series

 · includes 8 listings
4.5 from 32 reviews

Australian designed and engineered, the electric heaters in the Heatstrip Classic THH-A Series are ideal for providing a gentle, radiant warmth in alfresco areas, verandas, and some difficult-to-heat indoor areas.

Price (RRP) $599 to $849

Heats quickly and maintains temperature
Sleek and stylish
  • Build Quality
    4.8 (17)
  • Value for Money
    4.7 (17)
  • Noise Level
    4.8 (16)
  • Heating Speed
    4.6 (17)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.9 (17)
  • Safety
    4.9 (17)
  • Smell Yes (1) · No (15)
  • Heater TypeConvector & Panel, Outdoor, Wall-Mountable and Radiant
  • Max Room Size 3 to 8
  • Colour / FinishBlack and Black/Silver
  • FeaturesRemote Control and Timer
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power1,500 W, 1,800 W, 2,400 W and 3,200 W
Noirot Spot Plus

Noirot Spot Plus

 · includes 12 listings
3.5 from 189 reviews

The Noirot Spot Plus offers a range of convection heaters in a panel design. It’s available in 8 options, which you can select from based on the size of your room.

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Quick heating
Quiet operation
Sensitive Choice approved
Expensive
Not especially energy efficient
  • Build Quality
    3.8 (41)
  • Value for Money
    3.3 (39)
  • Noise Level
    4.6 (39)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (38)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.1 (38)
  • Safety
    4.1 (37)
  • Smell Yes (6) · No (34)
  • Heater TypePortable, Convector & Panel, Bathroom and Wall-Mountable
  • Max Room Size 10 to 24
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Construction MaterialAluminium
  • FeaturesThermostat, Timer and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off, Digital Control Panel and Anti-Frost Function
  • Power1,000 W, 1,500 W, 2,000 W and 2,400 W
Ionmax Ray
4.6 from 22 reviews

Latest review: This is exactly what I was looking for. It's quite a practical design that you can easily move around, not heavy or too wide. I like that it doesn't blow the hot air at you, but gives a comfortable

Price (RRP) $489

  • Build Quality
    4.5 (2)
  • Value for Money
    4.5 (2)
  • Noise Level
    5.0 (3)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (3)
  • Temperature Consistency
    3.7 (3)
  • Safety
    5.0 (3)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (3)
  • Heater TypePortable and Radiant
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Dimensions 729 x 354 x 318 mm
  • FeaturesTimer
  • Number of Heat Settings9
  • Power1,200 W
DeLonghi Dragon 4 TRD4 Series

DeLonghi Dragon 4 TRD4 Series

 · includes 5 listings
3.6 from 66 reviews

The $319 DeLonghi Dragon 4 Series offers a range of convection heaters that feature an 11-fin oil column design. They can be used to warm rooms that measure up to 70 metres cubed.

Speedy heating
Thoroughly warms up rooms
Quiet operation
  • Build Quality
    4.3 (29)
  • Value for Money
    3.5 (28)
  • Noise Level
    4.3 (29)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (27)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.3 (27)
  • Safety
    4.1 (29)
  • Smell Yes (7) · No (23)
  • Heater TypePortable and Fin & Column
  • Max Room Size 45 to 70
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • FeaturesThermostat, Timer and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off, Digital Control Panel and Anti-Frost Function
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power1,200 W, 1,500 W and 2,400 W
Kmart Oscillating Fan Heater
3.8 from 39 reviews

Latest review: My room is small and this heater warms my room in 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, I can turn off the heater, save electricity and still stay warm. Worth the

Price (RRP) $27

  • Build Quality
    4.2 (12)
  • Value for Money
    4.4 (11)
  • Noise Level
    3.3 (13)
  • Heating Speed
    3.8 (13)
  • Temperature Consistency
    3.6 (13)
  • Safety
    3.9 (13)
  • Smell Yes (5) · No (8)
  • Heater TypeCeramic & Fan and Portable
  • Colour / FinishBlack
  • Dimensions 312 x 255 x 170 mm
  • Construction MaterialPlastic
  • FeaturesFan and Thermostat
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off and Tip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings2
  • Power2,000 W
Delonghi HSX3324FTS
3.6 from 36 reviews

The Delonghi HSX3324FTS Convector Heater warms up rooms up to 70m³, has a safety shut-off feature, and adjustable temperature and timer settings.

Price (RRP) $169

Warms up room quickly
Quiet
  • Build Quality
    3.1 (16)
  • Value for Money
    3.6 (16)
  • Noise Level
    4.3 (17)
  • Heating Speed
    4.2 (17)
  • Temperature Consistency
    3.9 (17)
  • Safety
    3.9 (17)
  • Smell Yes (1) · No (15)
  • Heater TypeConvector & Panel, Portable and Wall-Mountable
  • Max Room Size 700
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Dimensions 460 x 683 x 90 mm
  • FeaturesFan, Thermostat and Timer
  • Additional FeaturesAnti-Frost Function and Tip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power2,400 W
DeLonghi Radia S TRRS0715

DeLonghi Radia S TRRS0715

 · includes 2 listings
4.1 from 21 reviews

Latest review: Works much better than i expected. Love it! Noise is minimal: I was worried about the noise from the mechanical thermoswitch. But that has not bothered me at all during the nights. Safety is

  • Build Quality
    3.4 (5)
  • Value for Money
    3.4 (5)
  • Noise Level
    4.2 (5)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (4)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.3 (4)
  • Safety
    4.0 (5)
  • Smell Yes (1) · No (2)
  • Heater TypePortable and Fin & Column
  • Colour / FinishGrey and White
  • FeaturesThermostat, Timer and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesAnti-Frost Function
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power1,500 W
DeLonghi Radia S TRRS1224

DeLonghi Radia S TRRS1224

 · includes 2 listings
3.8 from 26 reviews

Latest review: I purchased the DeLonghi 2400W Radia S Column Oil Heater in April ready for winter. At the start of August the heater exploded, sparking and fizzing then released all the oil over the floor, luckily

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  • Build Quality
    3.8 (10)
  • Value for Money
    3.5 (11)
  • Noise Level
    3.2 (10)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (10)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.2 (10)
  • Safety
    4.0 (10)
  • Smell Yes (2) · No (7)
  • Heater TypePortable and Fin & Column
  • Colour / FinishGrey and White
  • FeaturesEnergy Saving Mode, Thermostat and Timer
  • Additional FeaturesTip Over Protection and Anti-Frost Function
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power2,400 W
Heller HOIL5 / HOIL7 / HOIL9 / HOIL11 / HOIL11T
3.5 from 39 reviews

Latest review: Just bought this so will give full review in one week. So far the cat loves it. Temp great. Was easy to assemble and heating started quite quickly. Im impressed so

  • Build Quality
    2.0 (5)
  • Value for Money
    1.5 (4)
  • Noise Level
    2.6 (5)
  • Heating Speed
    2.0 (3)
  • Temperature Consistency
    2.0 (3)
  • Safety
    3.0 (4)
  • Smell Yes (1) · No (3)
  • Heater TypePortable and Fin & Column
  • FeaturesThermostat and Timer
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off and Tip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power1,000 W, 1,500 W, 2,000 W and 2,400 W
DeLonghi HCM2030
3.8 from 19 reviews

Latest review: Purchased a small, lightweight , and most importantly quiet, convection heater for our small motorhome. Heats up beautifully and we no longer have to worry about condensation on cold evenings.

  • Build Quality
    3.6 (11)
  • Value for Money
    4.3 (10)
  • Noise Level
    4.9 (11)
  • Heating Speed
    4.2 (11)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.2 (11)
  • Safety
    3.8 (12)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (11)
  • Heater TypeConvector & Panel and Portable
  • Max Room Size 60
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Dimensions 400 x 540 x 100 mm
  • FeaturesThermostat
  • Additional FeaturesAnti-Frost Function and Thermal Cut-Off
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power2,000 W
Heatstrip Portable LPG Outdoor Heater TGH34PL-2

Latest review: I purchased the out door Heater from Harvey Norman appox 18mth ago. The unit is fantastic looks great on the outside wall of our Balcony and heats the Balcony within a short period of time. Everybody

Price (RRP) $899

  • Build Quality
    4.8 (6)
  • Value for Money
    5.0 (7)
  • Noise Level
    4.8 (6)
  • Heating Speed
    4.7 (7)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.7 (7)
  • Safety
    5.0 (6)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (8)
  • Heater TypeOutdoor
  • Max Room Size 16
  • Colour / FinishBlack
  • Dimensions 2118 x 650 x 670 mm
  • Construction MaterialStainless Steel
Kmart Anko Ceramic Fan Heater

Latest review: I'm too lazy to put the heater away at the end of winter, anyway there is always a cold spell before summer sets in so I love that this ceramic heater has a fan for when you want to cool down. Turn

Price (RRP) $32

  • Build Quality
    4.5 (6)
  • Value for Money
    4.8 (6)
  • Noise Level
    3.3 (6)
  • Heating Speed
    4.7 (6)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.7 (6)
  • Safety
    4.3 (6)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (5)
  • Heater TypeCeramic & Fan and Portable
  • Colour / FinishBlack, Silver
  • Dimensions 276 x 190 x 178 mm
  • Construction MaterialPlastic
  • FeaturesFan and Thermostat
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off and Tip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings2
  • Power1,500 W
Delonghi Radia S TRRS0920T
3.7 from 11 reviews

Latest review: We bought this over a year ago. Worked fine the first winter. Put it on this April and it started tripping the powerboard, then the trip switch. Now it's stopped working altogether. We have

Price (RRP) $169

  • Build Quality
    2.5 (2)
  • Value for Money
    2.5 (2)
  • Noise Level
    5.0 (1)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (1)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.0 (1)
  • Safety
    4.0 (1)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (1)
  • Heater TypeFin & Column and Portable
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Dimensions 650 x 160 x 472 mm
  • FeaturesThermostat, Timer and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesAnti-Frost Function and Tip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power2,000 W
Kogan Portable Panel

Kogan Portable Panel

 · includes 3 listings
2.7 from 26 reviews

Latest review: We had it on for 1 hour then it started too burn. My whole room was filled up with smoke. Do no buy this as it's dangerous as it will burn your

Price (RRP) $89 to $229.99

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  • Build Quality
    1.0 (1)
  • Value for Money
    1.0 (1)
  • Noise Level
    4.0 (1)
  • Heating Speed
    1.0 (1)
  • Temperature Consistency
    1.0 (1)
  • Safety
    1.0 (1)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (1)
  • Heater TypePortable, Convector & Panel and Wall-Mountable
  • Colour / FinishBlack, White and White
  • FeaturesThermostat and Timer
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off and Tip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings2
  • Power1,000 W and 2,000 W
Dimplex Ritz
3.1 from 15 reviews

Latest review: We have been using the Dimplex Portable Electric heater for a few months now and we love it. It makes our lounge room feel and so cozy, it also makes the room look stylish. We also have two little

Price (RRP) $349

  • Build Quality
    3.5 (8)
  • Value for Money
    2.4 (8)
  • Noise Level
    3.1 (8)
  • Heating Speed
    3.1 (8)
  • Temperature Consistency
    2.6 (8)
  • Safety
    4.3 (6)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (8)
  • Heater TypeFireplace and Portable
  • Colour / FinishMatte Black
  • Dimensions 597 x 510 x 340 mm
  • Number of Heat Settings2
  • Power2,000 W
Kogan Premium 2400W KAPOILHT24A

Latest review: I am not sure about overall quality, or durability. The manual included is frankly garbage, extremely poor print quality, and the single diagram to show how to put on castors, is low res and not

Price (RRP) $159.99

  • Build Quality
    3.0 (1)
  • Value for Money
    4.0 (2)
  • Noise Level
    3.0 (1)
  • Heating Speed
    4.0 (2)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.0 (2)
  • Safety
    2.0 (1)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (2)
  • Heater TypeFin & Column and Portable
  • Max Room Size 15
  • Colour / FinishLight Grey
  • Dimensions 610 x 250 x 490 mm
  • FeaturesThermostat and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesTip Over Protection
  • Number of Heat Settings3
  • Power2,400 W
Dimplex Oil Free Column Heater ECR Range
4.0 from 8 reviews

Latest review: Extremely impressed. It heats up very quickly and the fan helps distribute the heat around our large room (40 sqm). I am comparing to an Anko brand 2.4kW heater we bought a year ago, and it had good

RRP $129$95Bing Lee

  • Build Quality
    4.5 (6)
  • Value for Money
    3.8 (6)
  • Noise Level
    4.0 (6)
  • Heating Speed
    4.3 (7)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.3 (7)
  • Safety
    4.7 (6)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (7)
  • Heater TypePortable and Fin & Column
  • Colour / FinishAnthracite
  • Construction MaterialMetal
  • FeaturesThermostat, Timer, Fan and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off, Tip Over Protection and Anti-Frost Function
  • Number of Heat Settings2
  • Power1,500 W and 2,400 W
Delonghi Radia S TRRS0510T
5.0 from 5 reviews

Latest review: Heats up a small bedroom effectively, decided to spend a bit extra but got quality in return It is safe for extended usage (like whole night etc) and comes with a manual dial timer It takes sometime

Price (RRP) $119

  • Build Quality
    5.0 (3)
  • Value for Money
    4.7 (3)
  • Noise Level
    5.0 (3)
  • Heating Speed
    4.3 (3)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.7 (3)
  • Safety
    4.7 (3)
  • Smell Yes (0) · No (3)
  • Heater TypeFin & Column and Portable
  • Max Room Size 30
  • Colour / FinishWhite
  • Dimensions 650 x 160 x 348 mm
  • FeaturesThermostat, Timer and Wheels/Castors
  • Additional FeaturesAnti-Frost Function and Tip Over Protection
  • Power1,000 W
Kogan SmarterHome 1500W Panel Heater

Latest review: This product is great! Perfect for heating a bedroom to a very comfortable temperature. The heater is very easy to use with a digital display. Used in babies bedroom to ensure the room stays

Price (RRP) $169.99

  • Build Quality
    4.4 (5)
  • Value for Money
    4.4 (5)
  • Noise Level
    4.2 (5)
  • Heating Speed
    3.8 (5)
  • Temperature Consistency
    4.0 (5)
  • Safety
    3.8 (5)
  • Smell Yes (1) · No (4)
  • Heater TypeConvector & Panel and Portable
  • Max Room Size 20
  • Colour / FinishWhite, Black
  • Dimensions 430 x 760 x 240 mm
  • Construction MaterialAluminium
  • FeaturesFan, Thermostat and Timer
  • Additional FeaturesThermal Cut-Off
  • Number of Heat Settings2
  • Power1,500 W
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Young woman sitting next to cat and convector heater and warming her hands

Which is better, a gas or electric heater?

Best forElectricGas
Purchase Price
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Small rooms
Medium-sized rooms
Large rooms / Open plan spaces

Types of Electric heaters

Fan heaters · See all

Fan Heaters

Offering instant ‘spot heating’, a fan heater radiates heat to the person sitting directly in front of it, via a fan.

Pros
These handy units are the smallest electric heaters - you can pop them under your arm and take them with you from room to room.
Can also warm up a small, low-ceiling room. If you’d prefer heat to be distributing more evenly around the room, opt for a model with an oscillating fan.
Often equipped with both heating and cooling functions, fan heaters can be used in summer, too. (Reverse split-system ACs also provide dual heating/cooling functionality).
Fan heaters are some of the cheapest electric heaters on the market, along with radiant heaters.
Cons
Can be noisy, and dehydrate skin if you’re sitting too close. Pair with a humidifier, which can help. These heaters are not suitable for heating large rooms.
The fan can make this type of heater very hot, very fast. Make sure kids or pets don’t accidentally touch the unit.

Convection and panel heaters · See all

Convection and Panel Heaters

Convection heaters blow cool air over a heating element, which converts into warm air that rises to heat a room.

Panel heaters are a type of convection heater with a slimline, low-profile design. You can wall mount them to save space, or move them around the house if they're portable. Some types, like micathermic panel heaters, combine convector and radiated heating methods, for even more efficient heating.

Pros
Convector heaters usefully heat a whole room, not just an isolated spot. They’re great for quickly flooding shared spaces like living rooms with near-instant warmth.
Cons
Since warm air rises, convection heaters can be inefficient if your home has high ceilings.

Oil column heaters · See all

Oil Column Heaters

Their columns, or fins are filled with oil, which radiates heat. Oil heaters heat a room evenly and thoroughly, with a superior ability to retain heat.

Pros
Oil heaters are an excellent choice for keeping warm overnight. When switched off just before bed, you’ll remain toasty under the covers. You’ll also save on your energy bill by avoiding leaving the heater on overnight.
Not especially hot-to-the-touch, even when left on for prolonged periods. This makes them safer for households with curious kids and pets, especially compared to models with partially exposed hot elements, like radiant heaters.
Smaller models are affordable, making them ideal for childrens’ bedrooms when you have multiple kids.
Cons
The oil inside the heater takes a while to become hot. This makes oil heaters a less favourable pick if getting warm fast is a priority.

Radiant heaters · See all

Radiant Heaters

Containing tubes that heat up and usually glow orange, these heaters use either a quartz or ceramic heating element. Also known as infrared heaters, heat is radiated into the air in a small radius, warming whoever is directly in front of them – making for an effective personal heater.

Pros
Since these heaters don’t circulate air containing dust or other allergens, they are allergy-friendly.
Radiant heaters are virtually silent in operation.
Along with fan heaters, these are the cheapest types of electric heaters you can buy, with models starting as low as $20.
Cons
You need to sit or stand close to the heater in its direct path, making it ineffective if you’re getting up and moving around frequently.
The glowing tubes that heat up, though protected by a metal grid, are relatively exposed - a danger if small fingers are poked through. Use with caution if children are present.
Avoid placing anything atop the heater, as this can be a fire hazard.

Ceramic Heaters

Ceramic heaters · See all

Designed with an inbuilt ceramic block, which absorbs heat that it radiates to a small area.

Pros
The ceramic block provides a safety barrier in front of the heating element. This makes ceramic heaters safe for young children, and suitable for families.
Cons
Ceramic heaters are effective spot heaters, but aren’t efficient for heating up whole rooms.

Other factors to consider when buying a new heater

Room size/watts

Watts (W) are units of power that measure heat output. The higher the wattage, the more expensive your electricity bill, so it’s important to select correctly for your room size.

If you’ve selected a large, powerful heater for a small room, the high wattage means you’ll waste money and energy. Select a heater with the lowest number of watts sufficient for your room size.

For smaller rooms (around 20 sqm), heaters should have around 1500W (or 1.5kW). A heater with around 2000W is suitable for a medium-sized room.

For larger rooms wattage can go anywhere up to 2400W.

You might also need a higher wattage with any of the following present in your room: high ceilings, uncarpeted floors, consistently high outdoor temperatures, or frequent drafts. Also try and shut doors and curtains to retain heat.

Cost

Buying a new heater can cost anywhere between $20-700, so you can choose to splurge or be thrifty. Fan and radiant heaters tend to be the cheapest, while convection and oil heaters are more costly.

Running costs depend on factors such as your electricity provider’s usage rate, how often you switch on your heater, and the heat setting you commonly use.

Also check the energy star rating of a prospective model – the higher the rating, the more you’ll save, and be kinder on the environment.

Generally speaking, oil heaters and infrared heaters take the win for cheapest to run. Oil heaters boast superior heat retention, so you can switch them off more often, while infrared heaters offer the lowest wattage per unit of heat.

Convenient extra features add on to the price, but can also make life easier. These include: built-in filters to prevent the spread of dust and other allergens, digital controls, a thermostat to maintain ideal room temperature, and timers, so you can come home to a toasty-warm house.

Safety features

Many electric heaters have additional safety mechanisms that reduce the risk of fire. These include:

  • Automatic shut-off: Turns the heater off if you forget
  • Overheat shut-off: Switches the heater off if the heat setting is too high, especially if left on for a prolonged period
  • Tip-over protection: Turns the heater off if it’s knocked over, and
  • Drip protection: Safeguards the heater from damage caused by water or condensation.

Along with an electric heater, an electric blanket or heated throw can complement your choice with wraparound warmth that clings to you specifically.

If you have a large space or are the most cold-sensitive household member, an electric blanket might even be a worthy cheaper alternative to a heater altogether. Whatever your final decision, rest assured there are plenty of heating options to make your home a cosy den of comfort when Jack Frost comes to visit.

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