Best electric heaters UK 2022: portable electric, ceramic, fan heaters from Dimplex, De’Longhi, Silentnight

The problem for many, especially in the age of home-working and amid the current cost of living crisis, is that heating your home can be costly and most of the time you only really want the heat in the one room you are in.

What are the benefits of an electric heater?

That’s where an electric (also known as a space heater) can come in handy. These machines come in a range of sizes and designs and have a variation of features, (and a broad price spectrum too), but the one thing they all have in common is that they can heat you - (or in some cases, a room) quickly and efficiently.

Which heater works for me?

There are a range of things to consider when buying a space heater. There’s your budget to think about, and also the space you have available in your home to place a heater.

Then, how do you want to use it? Are you after a blast of instant heat? That’s a fan heater.

A direct current of heat you can sit or stand in front of? A ceramic heater will work.

A radiator-style heater, that pumps out a steady stream of low level heat to warm a room? Oil-filled is your best bet.

Consider how the heat is radiated, as well. Fan activated heaters are very effective but noisy, which can be an encumbrance for some. Others use airflow design to emit heat, which is quieter, and effective, but tends to be rather more expensive.

Whichever heater you choose, it’s sure to be a valuable addition to your gadget collection as winter settles in.

Here are ten of the best electric heaters on the market right now which will help you go from cool to toasty in no time at all.

We’ve chosen heaters which are suitable for all room sizes and all budgets, so there’s something to suit everyone’s needs.

Stay warm for less this winter

For even more winter warmers for your home, check out our guides to the top weighted blankets, the best winter duvets for your bed, and also our advice on how to keep warm without having the heating on all day.

You can keep the heat in your house with these insulated curtains, and cut heating bills further with an energy-efficient dehumidifier to cut moisture levels in your house. In case of a power cut - these are the essentials you need this winter.