The Best Space Heaters to Help You Ditch Your Raggedy Old Blanket for Good

This affordable space heater is small, but it sure is powerful. It heats up rooms fast, and it's perfect for those on a tight budget looking to heat smaller spaces like a bathroom or an office. Not only is it a top pick for Wirecutter, Reviewed.com, and Business Insider, our colleagues at Good Housekeeping found that it effectively maintained a warm, comfortable temperature. They also appreciated its three adjustable heat settings.

Another perk? Its automatic overheat protection shuts down the unit when it senses dangerous temperatures. Safety features like these, combined with its compact, lightweight design and simple controls make it a standout pick that won't break the bank, either!

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This Amazon best-seller is quite similar to the Lasko heater we previously mentioned, but it's also available in black. It offers users two heat levels and a fan function. It's equipped with safeguards to protect against overheating and will shut itself off in the event it is tipped over.

We appreciate its integrated carrying handle so you can move it room to room. We were also happy to see that it has a built-in thermostat for keeping a stable temperature while keeping energy costs down in the process.

The Vornado Vortex AVH10 checks all the boxes for what we look for in a space heater. It sports a clean-looking design, it's powerful, and most importantly — is packed with plenty of safety features. Of the 15 space heaters we've compared, this one offers the longest warranty (5 years) and is the quickest to heat a room.

Although it's priced more expensively than competing space heaters, an editor at review site Your Best Digs said the higher price is worth it, given the heater's state-of-the-art safety precautions, like tip-over protection and overheating prevention. 

Plus, it features a precise digital thermostat and more evenly distributes heat throughout the room better than the competition.

If the Vornado VH10 Vortex we previously mentioned is a bit too powerful for your needs, consider this smaller and more affordable option. It's designed to be used in nurseries and offers built-in safety features for worry-free use.

Parents will have some peace of mind knowing it has a child lock switch, covered cord, a cool-touch exterior, and an automatic shutoff setting if it gets tipped over. This heater is backed by an impressive 5-year warranty and has two adjustable heat and fan settings.

Don't sweat at the thought of an accident. No matter how long you've been running the heater, the warm-to-the-touch surface makes this space heater safe for your kids and pets. 

Other safety features include overheat protection and an automatic shutoff if the heater gets accidentally tipped over. No burns, scars, or exposed heating elements that can cause a fire here! 

This heater is also a favorite of BestReviews for its attractive design, sturdy build, and impressive dual heating systems.

A space heater doesn't have to be an eyesore! This offering from Lasko looks more like a nice vase than a gadget that'll keep your home toasty. It offers 1,500 watts of power, which is enough to fill a room with heat.

Plus, it comes with a remote control and it oscillates to ensure every corner of the room gets warmer. It features three settings — low, high, and quiet comfort — making it a great option for any room in the house.

This tower option from Lasko is a ceramic heater that features a digital display and push-button controls for setting the room temperature and intensity.

It comes with a convenient remote control, which you can use to set a timer so you won't rack up your energy bill. The heater offers 1,500 watts of power, too — making it strong enough to heat up a large room. It's also one of the few heaters we've reviewed that oscillates.

With this affordable 1,500-watt space heater, you can either place it on your wall or on the ground, and it'll blend right in. The heater is on wheels, so you can roll it around from room to room. It's a win for space-savers and penny-pinchers alike.

During their test with the DeLonghi space heater, editors at Reviewed.com found that it could output a maximum temperature of almost 95 degrees Fahrenheit. If the higher-heat option is too much for you, you can reduce it to 750 watts for a less intense heating experience. Safety features include an automatic shutoff if it tips over or overheats.

If you're in search of a tiny space heater to sit on top of (or under) your office desk, this personal heater from Honeywell is your best bet. It may not be powerful enough to heat an entire room, but sitting in front of this baby feels like a nice warm hug — especially if your office is the type that blasts the AC.

The heater only uses 250 watts of power, so it's energy-efficient and safe. It's about the size of a large coffee mug and has a no-frills design, so you can just plug it in, flip the switch, and prepare to get cozy.

The Lasko AW300 Air Logic bladeless heater is four times cheaper than Dyson's bladeless option, and it offers comparable performance without breaking the bank. At just 25 inches tall, the heater sports a sleek design and it has a small footprint.

Features include an 8-hour timer, adjustable heat settings, and widespread oscillation. It even includes a remote control. Our colleagues at Popular Mechanics said the heater offers a large amount of air flow and even heat distribution. Their only complaint was that the battery hatch on the remote was difficult to remove.

We love the cute, minimalistic design of this tiny space heater. Its rounded corners, legs, and handle give it a nice modern Herman Miller vibe that we wouldn't expect from a space heater. But don't let its small size fool you. It's a 1,500-watt heater that'll warm your room up quickly.

The heater, which was named as one of Oprah's Favorite Things, features multiple heat settings, an adjustable thermostat, and overheating protection. It's also backed by a 1-year warranty and comes in black or white to blend in with your home decor more easily.

For those in search of a modern-looking tower heater, we also recommend the Vornado OSCTH1 Oscillating Electric Tower Space Heater.

For those who need a wall-mounted heater but don’t want to fuss with yet another remote control,  we recommend this infrared heater. It can be controlled from a smartphone app or with your voice if you have a Google Assistant- or Alexa-powered smart speaker.

The heater is quiet and keeps cool to the touch when operating. Although it doesn't have a timer feature, you can create a schedule to turn it on automatically within the app.

Yes, you can have effortless style and reliable heating. Just look at this Vornado model with a retro aesthetic and sturdy metal construction. 

With two heat settings and multidirectional airflow, you can place it just about anywhere to circulate some much needed-warm airflow this winter. Plus, it gives your place a nice midcentury look to top it all off!.

If you're heating an entire space like an apartment or condo and you're willing to drop a few hundred dollars on a space heater, you can't go wrong with this one from Dyson. 

It sports a gorgeous, futuristic stainless steel design, and it'll definitely keep you nice and toasty. It offers a quiet operation, comes with a remote control, and can also be used as a bladeless fan all year round.