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Sam's Guide To Small Space Heaters (En Espanol)
Welcome to the 2010 edition of Sam's Guide to Small Space Heaters.
This year's space heater reviews include perennial favorites like the DeLonghi oil
filled radiator along with many new additions including my personal favorite, the
Lasko 5141.
For the purposes of this guide, a small space heater is defined as a portable electric
radiant or convection heater with a maximum heat output of 1500 watts. Only
those rated an average minimum of 4 out of 5 stars by consumer reviews are
included.
The "best space heater" will always be the one that matches your needs at a price
you can afford.
Electric Radiant Space Heaters for One or Two People
Radiant heaters work like the sun by warming people and objects. Low wattage
radiant heaters (800 watts) without fans are not designed to heat large rooms, but
excel at providing instant heat for one or two people. Since there's no fan, these
heaters are SUPER QUIET.
This year's space heater reviews include perennial favorites like the DeLonghi oil
filled radiator along with many new additions including my personal favorite, the
Lasko 5141.
For the purposes of this guide, a small space heater is defined as a portable electric
radiant or convection heater with a maximum heat output of 1500 watts. Only
those rated an average minimum of 4 out of 5 stars by consumer reviews are
included.
The "best space heater" will always be the one that matches your needs at a price
you can afford.
Electric Radiant Space Heaters for One or Two People
Radiant heaters work like the sun by warming people and objects. Low wattage
radiant heaters (800 watts) without fans are not designed to heat large rooms, but
excel at providing instant heat for one or two people. Since there's no fan, these
heaters are SUPER QUIET.
Both the Soleus Air and Optimus 5210 have 400 watt and
800 watt settings and heat instantly and silently without
depleting oxygen or stirring up dust.
The cost to run these heaters is 4 1/2 cents per hour on low
and 9 cents per hour on the high setting.
The Soleus Air MS-09 Oscillating Radiant Heater is a cost
effective choice for workshops or garages when you want to
heat just you and not the entire building.
The Optimus 5210, when set at 800 watts, is ideal for a
small 8 x 10 room. The low 400 watt setting works best for
spot heating the area around a computer work station.
800 watt settings and heat instantly and silently without
depleting oxygen or stirring up dust.
The cost to run these heaters is 4 1/2 cents per hour on low
and 9 cents per hour on the high setting.
The Soleus Air MS-09 Oscillating Radiant Heater is a cost
effective choice for workshops or garages when you want to
heat just you and not the entire building.
The Optimus 5210, when set at 800 watts, is ideal for a
small 8 x 10 room. The low 400 watt setting works best for
spot heating the area around a computer work station.
The Delonghi TRD0715T Safe Heat Oil Filled Radiator has
many enthusiastic users. This oil filled heater is clean, quiet
and works well at heating small to medium sized rooms.
Heat radiates through vertical thermal tunnels which keep
the hot elements enclosed and away from little hands.
Three heat levels and 24 hour programmable thermostat for
added energy efficiency. Over heat and tip over protection.
many enthusiastic users. This oil filled heater is clean, quiet
and works well at heating small to medium sized rooms.
Heat radiates through vertical thermal tunnels which keep
the hot elements enclosed and away from little hands.
Three heat levels and 24 hour programmable thermostat for
added energy efficiency. Over heat and tip over protection.
Whole room Ceramic and Convection Heaters With Fans
A space heater with a fan will heat a room 3 times faster than one without and
distributes the heat to a larger area. Ceramic heaters are becoming increasingly
popular as word spreads of their quick, quiet heat and safe, efficient operation.
Here is an additional page of highly rated pedestal and tower ceramic heaters.
A space heater with a fan will heat a room 3 times faster than one without and
distributes the heat to a larger area. Ceramic heaters are becoming increasingly
popular as word spreads of their quick, quiet heat and safe, efficient operation.
Here is an additional page of highly rated pedestal and tower ceramic heaters.
Lasko 755320 Tower Ceramic Heater
Best value on this page for heating rooms up to 300 square
feet. Just the right size for heating RV homes.
The number 2 best selling electric space heater heats
quickly and quietly with optional oscillating (side to side)
motion.
Your choice of 2 heat settings; 1500 or 900 watts, or use the
remote control (batteries included) to set the digital
thermostat to your personal comfort level.
Lasko 758000 Cyclonic Ceramic Heater
Users of this heater have found it effective for heating
finished basements and open, connected areas like a living
room - kitchen - hallway.
The contemporary look of this heater works well in modern
interiors and the space saving design allows placement
against a wall. 3 year warranty.
Easy to use electronic controls include an adjustable
thermostat with 7-hour timer.
According to many user reviews the Vornado DVH is
probably your best bet if you're trying to heat a large
(400+ sq. ft.) area like a basement with only one space
heater.
The exterior is cool to the touch and the tightly scrolled
grillwork keeps little fingers out of harm's way.
Holmes HCH4953-U Ultra Quiet Dual Ceramic Heater
If noisy space heaters drive you to distraction a multitude of
reviewers confirm this is the quietest fan equipped space
heater they've ever owned.
Features include One Touch thermostatic control and
automatic shut off if it overheats or is accidentally tipped
over. Best of all it's priced to fit every budget.
DeLonghi HHP1500 Mica-Panel Heater
The #1 selling flat panel heater is also wall mountable to
keep out of the reach of kids and pets.
Features thermostatic temperature control, 2 heat settings
(maximum power 1500W) and a room thermostat to set and
automatically keep the desired room temperature.
Convenient carry handle for easy portability.
Electric Stoves
Similar to the electric fireplace, an electric stove is a radiant,
fan assisted space heater installed in a decorative housing.
The most popular model by far with consumers is the
Dimplex CS3311 compact electric stove.
This portable, compact unit has a simulated 3D fire within
the chamber to deliver the illusion of a natural, crackling fire.
Just plug it in - great for apartments, condos, or even RV's.
Top stays cool for decorating with plants, pictures, etc.
Best value on this page for heating rooms up to 300 square
feet. Just the right size for heating RV homes.
The number 2 best selling electric space heater heats
quickly and quietly with optional oscillating (side to side)
motion.
Your choice of 2 heat settings; 1500 or 900 watts, or use the
remote control (batteries included) to set the digital
thermostat to your personal comfort level.
Lasko 758000 Cyclonic Ceramic Heater
Users of this heater have found it effective for heating
finished basements and open, connected areas like a living
room - kitchen - hallway.
The contemporary look of this heater works well in modern
interiors and the space saving design allows placement
against a wall. 3 year warranty.
Easy to use electronic controls include an adjustable
thermostat with 7-hour timer.
According to many user reviews the Vornado DVH is
probably your best bet if you're trying to heat a large
(400+ sq. ft.) area like a basement with only one space
heater.
The exterior is cool to the touch and the tightly scrolled
grillwork keeps little fingers out of harm's way.
Holmes HCH4953-U Ultra Quiet Dual Ceramic Heater
If noisy space heaters drive you to distraction a multitude of
reviewers confirm this is the quietest fan equipped space
heater they've ever owned.
Features include One Touch thermostatic control and
automatic shut off if it overheats or is accidentally tipped
over. Best of all it's priced to fit every budget.
DeLonghi HHP1500 Mica-Panel Heater
The #1 selling flat panel heater is also wall mountable to
keep out of the reach of kids and pets.
Features thermostatic temperature control, 2 heat settings
(maximum power 1500W) and a room thermostat to set and
automatically keep the desired room temperature.
Convenient carry handle for easy portability.
Electric Stoves
Similar to the electric fireplace, an electric stove is a radiant,
fan assisted space heater installed in a decorative housing.
The most popular model by far with consumers is the
Dimplex CS3311 compact electric stove.
This portable, compact unit has a simulated 3D fire within
the chamber to deliver the illusion of a natural, crackling fire.
Just plug it in - great for apartments, condos, or even RV's.
Top stays cool for decorating with plants, pictures, etc.
The WIN 100 Programmable Outlet Thermostat is the
perfect solution for space heaters and window air
conditioners without built in thermostats.
Works with all standard 110 volt 15 amp circuits. Moves
easily from room to room with your space heater.
Easy to program and re-program to match your personal
preferences. Also comes with a preset energy saving
program.
perfect solution for space heaters and window air
conditioners without built in thermostats.
Works with all standard 110 volt 15 amp circuits. Moves
easily from room to room with your space heater.
Easy to program and re-program to match your personal
preferences. Also comes with a preset energy saving
program.
The Vornado Personal Foot Warmer will quickly take the
chill off whether you use it under your desk or while
watching TV.
Rated at 225 watts the Vornado Personal Heater costs only
2 cents an hour to operate. 3 heat settings. Surface bumps
create passive massage.
chill off whether you use it under your desk or while
watching TV.
Rated at 225 watts the Vornado Personal Heater costs only
2 cents an hour to operate. 3 heat settings. Surface bumps
create passive massage.
Oil Filled Radiant Space Heaters
Oil filled heaters are some of the safest in use today. So much so, many universities
prohibit the use of any other type of portable heater in their dormitories.
Oil filled heaters are some of the safest in use today. So much so, many universities
prohibit the use of any other type of portable heater in their dormitories.
The Lasko 754200 is the #1 selling electric space heater at
Amazon.com. Only 10" high but has the same 1,500 watt
output found in full size models. The inexpensive price makes
it easy on the budget when you need more than one heater.
Features include a programmable thermostat, quiet
operation, and a ceramic element that provides maximum
heat & safety. UL-listed and carries a three year warranty.
It's hard to find an owner of the Pelonis B-6A1 who isn't
impressed with the heat output from this compact heater.
Many owners report 10 years or more of service without
missing a beat.
Uses 4 - 100% ceramic discs for efficient performance. Also
includes thermostatic controls, washable filter and a 3 year
limited warranty.
Amazon.com. Only 10" high but has the same 1,500 watt
output found in full size models. The inexpensive price makes
it easy on the budget when you need more than one heater.
Features include a programmable thermostat, quiet
operation, and a ceramic element that provides maximum
heat & safety. UL-listed and carries a three year warranty.
It's hard to find an owner of the Pelonis B-6A1 who isn't
impressed with the heat output from this compact heater.
Many owners report 10 years or more of service without
missing a beat.
Uses 4 - 100% ceramic discs for efficient performance. Also
includes thermostatic controls, washable filter and a 3 year
limited warranty.
Compact Space Heaters
NewAir AH-400 This 400 watt personal heater features a
flat panel design and is perfect for placing underneath a
desk, along a wall, or in your cubicle at work.
Plenty of power for small spaces but uses less energy than
traditional space heaters and won't trip circuit breakers.
Adjustable thermostat for pin point comfort.
flat panel design and is perfect for placing underneath a
desk, along a wall, or in your cubicle at work.
Plenty of power for small spaces but uses less energy than
traditional space heaters and won't trip circuit breakers.
Adjustable thermostat for pin point comfort.
Dr. Heater Portable Quartz Infrared Heater
If you want a portable space heater that looks more like a
piece of furniture, but don't want to pay outrageous Eden
Pure prices, the Dr. Heater is for you.
Real wood encloses a 1,500 watt quartz heater that
incorporates PTC ceramic technology for instant, non-drying
heat.
The Dr. Heater has 500 watts more power than the Eden
Pure Gen3 yet costs hundreds of dollars less.
If you want a portable space heater that looks more like a
piece of furniture, but don't want to pay outrageous Eden
Pure prices, the Dr. Heater is for you.
Real wood encloses a 1,500 watt quartz heater that
incorporates PTC ceramic technology for instant, non-drying
heat.
The Dr. Heater has 500 watts more power than the Eden
Pure Gen3 yet costs hundreds of dollars less.
Kill A Watt P4460 Power Meter
The P4460 shown here is slightly more expensive than the
P4400 but well worth it.
Unlike the 4400, the 4460 automatically calculates your
power consumption in dollars and cents by the hour, day,
month and year.
The 4460 also has battery backup so if the outlet loses
power it remembers the data and picks up where it left off
when the power comes back on.
The P4460 shown here is slightly more expensive than the
P4400 but well worth it.
Unlike the 4400, the 4460 automatically calculates your
power consumption in dollars and cents by the hour, day,
month and year.
The 4460 also has battery backup so if the outlet loses
power it remembers the data and picks up where it left off
when the power comes back on.
