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5Heller HOIL5 / HOIL7 / HOIL9 / HOIL11 / HOIL11T
3.2

40 reviews

Positive vs Negative
63%17%20%
Heating Speed1/5 - 4/5
Smell ?Yes · No
Build Quality
2.0
Value for Money
1.5
Noise Level
2.6
Temperature Consistency
2.0
Safety
3.0
dbs
dbsVIC
  HOIL9
Build Quality
Noise Level
Safety

Do not buy - better off with a hot water bottle! – Purchased this as a replacement to an existing one that I had for many years (which was very effective Dimplex). Poor heat emmission quality, temperature gauge goes off repeatedly when it is barely emitting any heat. Another con being that it has quite a short electrical lead, so placement is awkward if you have a designated area in mind. Strongly… Read more

recommend looking at other brands and don't make the mistake I did by not reading about this brand on Product Review first prior to purchasing! For the money spent it is well and truly not worth it.

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Jean2727
Jean2727NSW6 posts
  Verified HOIL11T

The user manual is a dogs' breakfast – The user manual is a dogs' breakfast. I've read every word of this lengthy 10-page leaflet. It tries to cover all models. It repeats statements unnecessarily. Diagrams don't match the parts to assemble. No explanation for a choice of 3 settings. Still can't get the timer, I paid so much extra for, to work. Regret purchase! Show details

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Tyler
TylerWA5 posts
  HOIL7

Just bought it so will review in full after 1 week – 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 far. Show details

Positive reviews

Ray
RaySA20 posts
  HOIL5

FINesse – This heater is amazing for smaller rooms like bathrooms and compact offices! Its maximum power is the same as larger heaters, so it heats faster! With 3 heat settings, it is better than 2 on my 25-year-old, 11-finned heater of another brand. I have always avoided small versions because of large rooms in the house I sold. This heater suits small apartments!  Show details

Happy shopper
Happy shopperSA9 posts
  HOIL7

Good little heater – I bought this for my babies bedroom this year to keep him warm in winter. The 7 fin heater kept his room nice and warm. We only had to put it on 30 minutes prior him going to bed to take the chill off the air. Energy efficient too when the doors are closed. I'm happy with this heater unlike some other heaters I have purchased  Show details

ImNoRobot
ImNoRobotNSW9 posts
  Verified HOIL5

Best purchase for my winter nights – I needed a heater to be able to go through the night without feeling like I was in the Arctic. Since my bedroom is quite small, I started looking at compact - and relatively safe - heaters. Came across the Heller OIL5, and bought one unit at a great price. Honestly, this is one of the best purchases I made this year, considering the cost-benefit involved. Also worth mentioning that I had no big impact on my electricity bills.  Show details

Negative reviews

Casa
Casa3 posts
  HOIL7

Safety issue - DO NOT BUY – Bought this from Dick Smith, after 2 days it made a loud bang and sprayed hot oil everywhere with black smoke. I have reported to ACCC to get the heater recalled for safety. I read an older review on here from 2 years ago of a similar issue. Wish I had read it before I bought this heater. Seriously bad safety issue do not buy. Show details

Unhappy mother
Unhappy motherQLD3 posts
  HOIL9

Don’t buy – Brought it 2 months ago to warm up my 3yr old room and it barley took the chill out the air and it stopped working all together brand new cost me $80 so not happy my old one lastest me 6 years and warmed it quite well this one how ever is such a disappointment and of course when it stopped working my man decided he could fix it and pulled it apart ... no he didn’t fix it and now I can’t claim it under warranty will not be buying heller again Show details

Andy O.
Andy O.4 posts
  HOIL9

It heats alright BUT produces constant loud crackling sounds – I've had two of them (replaced by Kogan) and both were producing loud crackling sounds, very annoying! Yes it heats the bedroom but keeps you awake. Do not buy this heater. Show details

Recent reviews

tami45
tami454 posts
  HOIL9

Heats a smaller living room or an average bedroom with ease – This is a great heater for an average sized bedroom. Our bills are now less in comparison with running ducted air con, we only have it on on very cold days. I recommend this heater to anyone and it is great value for money and very efficient. The warmth that it radiates is very pleasant and does not dry my skin, unlike air con.  Show details

Maria
MariaSA7 posts
  HOIL9

Much needed oil heater this winter – We purchased our oil heater just before the winter months kicked in and I tell ya I'm so happy we did. We have ducted in the home, however my favourite would definitely be the oil heater as it feels like a natural heat coming through..and it definitely warmed up the home just as much as the ducted did. Very happy with my purchase  Show details

Kathyp
Kathyp4 posts
  HOIL11T

Perfect for or house – We have recently been using this heater for our lounge. Our bills are less and our room is heating nicely. I recommend this heater to everyone! There is a timing setting that allows us to set it for the morning before work and then set it again for when we get home.  Show details

Jams
Jams4 posts
  HOIL9

Fine – It heats a small room up quite well. My dog likes to cozy up near to the heater. It does take a bit of time to heat the room and probably uses a lot of electricity in doing so, but we wanted something that was easy to put away and this appeared good at the time. All in all, it works fine so shouldn't complain.  Show details

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Cara Wood
Cara Wood5 posts
  HOIL11T

Good basic heater – I'm happy with the Heller 11 fin oil heater as it heats the room up quite quickly. I also like that it has s timer. I can set it to come on and off at intervals and have it heat up my home 30 mins before I get home from work.  Show details

linz
linz4 posts
  HOIL9

Does the job – It can take some time for this heater to warm up and may not be suitable for a big room but as long as you stay close to it it keeps you warm. I purchased the 9 bar oil heater and I am quite happy with it's quality and price.  Show details

Ryan S
Ryan S10 posts
  HOIL7

A cheap way to keep warm – I find my ducted heating to be too expensive to run at night time and heats up my bedroom too much. This heater has been the perfect answer and keeps the room at a constant temperature throughout the night without making the room stuffy, and it is cheap to run which is a major reason why we bought it.  Show details

lizzy
lizzy11 posts
  HOIL11T

Warm and Comfy – We moved into a rental with no heating, so we saw the Heller 11 bar oil heater and for the price it was selling for we bought it. The lounge room it was to keep warm had no doors to close off from the hallway so we put a set of curtains up and had the heater going at half pace, wow we were so warm and cozy, definitely recommend this product.  Show details

Chrissy
Chrissy8 posts
  HOIL5

Does the job – Have been using this Heller heater for the cold winter nights. It keeps me warm but it can take a while to warm up, especially if the room is big. Well priced for what it does. May not be the best heater but it does what it needs to. If you're looking for a reasonably priced heater this is a good deal.  Show details

Nick
Nick9 posts
  HOIL9

Good for small rooms – Would have liked a longer cable to be able to move it around easily. Good to warm up small spaces but can take a little while to feel the room all warm. Happy with the purchase in terms of service and price, however, I would consider another option for bigger spaces.  Show details

Sarah L
Sarah L4 posts
  HOIL9

Great heater – It is the best heater I have ever used. It is very fast to warm up the whole room and does not dry the air seriously. And it also can be used to dry clothes or towels. But the size is kind of big and it may only be suitable for big rooms.  Show details

yue teng
yue teng4 posts
  HOIL5

nice in the winter like this – ibought this heater last year and i have beenusing this one since then.the heater can warm up the room quickly which is nice as i have no conditioner. i can set the time so i wont over heat the room as it is can be dry if i open it for long time. it is a good product with low price i like it  Show details

lucas
lucas4 posts
  HOIL7

THIS IS PERFECT – We bought this to keep us warm in a one bedroom apartment. We like the extensive and easy to follow controls which allow you to set tempartures and heating levels. This heater is used in the bedroom. Heats the room quickly and very well. You dont need to sit on top of the heater, emitting plenty of heat . Not too hot if accidentally touched.… Read more

Control panel is easy to use. Once the room is warm you can turn the heater down to maintain cozy temperature.

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Kunal
Kunal5 posts
  HOIL5

Heats well but slow – We recently bought this heater and is ok for the price we pay. The bad thing with oil heater is the same it's very slow.. I would prefer to buy a fan heater instead as for a chilly morning like in Melbourne it's hard to wait for it to heat up. But after heat up in 15 min it gives nice warmth and keep the room warm for a while even after it's turned off.  Show details

Ajay
AjayVIC15 posts
  HOIL11T

Fine heater that really warms your bones – I bought my heater about 2 months ago from "Betta Home Living". My old oil fin heater was about 10 years old and had retired itself from active duty, which left me in a bit of a chill because the cold weather was just settling in. The new heater has taken to the task with gusto. The living area in my house is about 50 sq m and this 11 fin Heller… Read more

oil heater really warms it up. The floor is carpeted and that helps to keep the heat in the room. The heater is rated at 2400 watts and has a thermostat and 3 different heat settings. It turns off if you knock it over which is a good safety feature, and it has a protection against overheating. It cost me $99 which I thought was very reasonable for the quality of the unit and the features it has. It also has a timer which I have never used but I guess it would be handy if you wanted to start heating the room before you got out of bed. I have had no problem with it and it does its job just fine.

Jenn
Jenn4 posts
  HOIL7

Good – It's really good and makes the room very warm. Heating speed is Faster than the air conditioner. I put it in the bedroom and set the temperature during the night. It functions really well. However it makes a bit noise sometimes. Has to wear ear plug to sleep now. But still good.  Show details

Helloloo
Helloloo4 posts
  HOIL7

Good to use in the cold winter – Heaters are necessary in such a cold winter if u don't have air conditioner in your room. My friend suggested me to buy this one. Because it is really helpful that the temperature is warm enough and easy to control. There are some warm levels to choose. The disadvantage is that cost too much electricity.  Show details

Apple Pie
Apple PieNSW6 posts
  HOIL5

Reliable Heater – I find this heater to be quite reliable. A bit slow to heat up, but such is the nature of this type of heater me thinks. I feel quite comfortable to recommend this heater to potential buyers. In my personal opinion this is very good value for money. Well recommended.  Show details

Naveen
Naveen
  Verified HOIL9

Oil fin heater – Bought from kmart. Working well . Used it every night from purchasing and has wheels for easy moving . Light weight and looks good too. Three heat setting which is easy to adjust. Has thermostats and lights indicate ons and offs when heated Great product happy with the product goo good good good  Show details

Fani
Fani9 posts
  Verified HOIL7

Good value of money – Though at start not heat up full room has to be sitting or laying close to heater later it gets the room heater adequately. Good value of money . Specially if you want to heat up one room only not the whole house . I recommend to buy if want to heat up medium size room  Show details

shazza
shazzaSA22 posts
  HOIL9

Warms up quickly – This heater is used in a bedroom. Heats the room quickly and very well. You dont need to sit on top of the heater, emitting plenty of heat . Not too hot to have around kids, if accidentally touched. Control panel is easy to use. Once the room is warm you can turn the heater down to maintain cozy temperature.  Show details

Joel
Joel2 posts
  HOIL11T

Got the 11T Oil Heater and Works Great – Hey Guys Got one of these Oil ones, were on special and got em for half the price. Didnt really need one but thought ill get them anyway. Work great, the Bloody thing heats the room up really quick. The wheels arent great, would have been better if they had some better ones, But hey cant ask for more for the price i paid. Ive turned of the house… Read more

heater and going on this one , not sure if its heavy on the power. Worth Buying if they are on sale. Good Value

Monty
MontyNSW27 posts
  HOIL5

Enough for one bedroom – We bought this to keep our son warm - during our mild winters. We like the extensive and easy to follow controls which allow you to programme when it comes on. Unfortunately so does our one year old son as they are just the right height for him to play with. He sees us moving them - so he thinks its a game. Basically we need to check it before… Read more

he goes to bed each night (if it's going to be cold).

It does keep his room warm enough while not getting hot enough to burn him - just wish the controls were more child proof.

Marika
MarikaTAS10 posts
  HOIL5 / HOIL7 / HOIL9 / HOIL11 / HOIL11T

well lets say we are not warmed up at all – This heater is a heater you have to have right in front of you or maybe sitting on top of it. We were given this heater and they are not what I thought they were. We have a wood fire place and this heats up the whole house. It only costs us the price of wood and the electricity bill is so much cheaper.  Show details

White Ears Ahead Of Time
White Ears Ahead Of Time100 posts
  HOIL7

Star Rating – This heater is superb and very good for small rooms, our's are still going strong too! Pretend your a nice piece of warm toast its how this heater makes us feel, even our pet loves it! We often get into competition with the critter too, sadly the pet always gets there before us!  Show details

Tuan
Tuan3 posts
  HOIL7

Not Happy!! – We bought a Heller Oil7 heater and first thing we noticed was our it was not able to heat up our small room. Although it did warm up, the heat was insufficient to actually negate the cool air in the room. Tried returning the product but the company (Poco) I bought from refused to accept it as the unit warms up. The clicking sound is irritating as… Read more

well especially when you are trying to sleep. So now I am left with a unit that does not meet my requirements. We would recommend not to purchase this product..

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