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11 Apr 2024

Best convector heaters

See who came top in our convector heater tests, including electric heaters from Russell Hobbs, Challenge and more

Joel BatesSenior researcher & writer

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Our testing has found the best convector heaters don't need to come with hefty price tags.

In fact, some of the best cheap electric heaters we've tested are convector heaters.

We've found three convector heaters impressive enough to get our Best Buy recommendation, one of which is so good, and so cheap, that we've awarded it both our Best Buy and Great Value recommendation.

Discover our rundown of the best convector heaters and how much each costs to run below.

Best convector heaters

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Type	Cost per hour*	Heating performance	Ease of use
Convector heater	51p	Good	Excellent
Convector heater	54p	Good	Good
Convector heater	52p	Good	Excellent
Convector heater	53p	Average	Poor
Convector heater	51p	Average	Good
Convector heater	51p	Average	Good
Convector heater	35p	Poor	Good

Dates tested: December 2023, August 2023, November 2022. Pricing and availability last checked February 2024. We are not able to show every retailer and cheaper prices may be available.

*Cost per hour is based on using the heater on its highest setting as, following our testing, we think this is the setting you're more likely to use. Calculated using the unit price under the current energy price cap (24.5p/kwH). We're not able to show every retailer and cheaper prices may be available.

Convector heaters tested

All the electric convector heaters we've tested are listed in alphabetical order below.

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Challenge Diamond 2kW Convector Heater

Also available from Argos (£32)

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 34.5 x 52.5 x 20cm (HxWxD); 2kg

Maximum power output (kW) 2kW

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Variable thermostat Yes, but you can't set specific temperatures in °C

Need to know Three power settings, 150cm cable, handles on top at each end, programmable timer (24 hours)

DeLonghi HSX2320 Convector Heater

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 46 x 68.3 x 9cm (18cm with feet on) (HxWxD); 4kg

Maximum power output (kW) 2kW

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Variable thermostat Yes, but you can't set specific temperatures in °C

Need to know Three power settings, 150cm cable, lip handles on both sides

ElectriQ 2000W Designer Glass Heater EGH20AW

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 46 x 83 x 8.4cm (26cm with feet on) (HxWxD); 7.9kg

Maximum power output (kW) 2kW

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Variable thermostat Yes, temperature programmable from 10-49°C

Need to know Three power settings, 150cm cable, remote control, digital display, programmable timer (24 hours), wi-fi-enabled, programmable via smartphone app, wall-mountable, has wheels, available in black or white

Glen 500W Wall Mounted or Freestanding Skirt Heater

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 21.1 x 81.5 x 20cm (HxWxD); 3.15kg

Maximum power output (kW) 500W

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Variable thermostat Yes, temperature programmable from 5-30°C

Need to know One power setting, 150cm cable, digital display, wall mountable

Igenix IG5250 Portable Convector Heater

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 50 × 33 x 20cm (HxWxD); 2kg

Maximum power output (kW) 2kW

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Variable thermostat Yes, but you can't set specific temperatures in °C

Need to know Three power settings, 155cm cable, lip handles on both sides, programmable timer (24 hours)

Logik L20CHTW21 Convector Heater

Available from Currys (£39.99) (Out of stock)

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 41 x 13.5 x 67cm (HxWxD); 3.9kg

Maximum power output (kW) 2.18kW

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Variable thermostat Yes, temperature programmable from 7-35°C

Need to know Three power settings, 150cm cable, digital display, 24-hour timer, lip handles at both ends

Princess 341500 Smart Glass Panel Heater

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Type Convector heater

Size and weight 38 x 76 x 9cm (24cm with feet on) (HxWxD); 6.18kg

Maximum power output (kW) 1.5kW

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Variable thermostat Yes, temperature programmable from 15-35°C

Need to know Two power settings, 146cm cable, digital display, programmable timer (24 hours), wi-fi-enabled, programmable via smartphone app, wall-mountable, available in black, white or grey