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Top 10 Best Bathroom Heaters
- Purus 400 W Electric (Editor’s Choice)
- FUTURA Eco 2000W (Luxury Choice)
- Pro Breeze Mini Ceramic (Best Value)
- Dimplex Wall Mounted
- MYLEK Electric Over Door
- Devola WiFi Enabled Electric Glass
- FUTURA Electric Wall Panel
- DONYER POWER Convector with Adjustable Thermostat
- Futura Deluxe Electric
- PEMENOL Portable
The best electric bathroom heaters provide the warmth you want when stepping into or out of a bath or shower. You don’t want this experience ruined by getting the shivers! The ideal bathroom heater can warm you up, offer you a flexible heating option, and also add style to your bathroom!
Bathroom heaters are a great option if you do not have central heating in the room or want an additional heat boost on a flexible basis to remove the chill from a cold bathroom! Depending on your needs, you have a variety of choices, including freestanding electric panel heaters, wall-mounted bathroom heaters, and smaller portable heaters.
Please look through our favourites that can be considered the best bathroom heater in the UK list and our buyer’s guide to finding the ideal heater for you!
How We Compared Bathroom Heaters
To find the right bathroom heaters, we considered multiple factors, including:
- Heat Output
- Heat or Power Settings
- Timers
- Safety
- Energy Efficiency
Our team independently examined and compared hundreds of products to help satisfy different needs. We spent our time researching bathroom heaters and consulting customer reviews to ultimately bring you what, in our opinion, are the best options on the market right now.
To find out more about our editorial process, take a look here.
Bathroom Heater Reviews
Purus 400 W Electric (Editor’s Choice)
The Purus 400 W Panel Heater is a compact freestanding or wall-mounted heater supplied with feet or wall mounts. It wins our editor’s choice accolade as it has a raft of features that make this product a fantastic heater!
You can select between three heating options; frost-free, comfortable and economy. The eco mode and integrated thermostat will mean that you can save energy and reduce your heating costs as it will only come on when required. Additionally, the thermostat is accurate to within half a degree.
The electric heater also has clever features such as a child lock function and an open window detector. If it detects a drop in the ambient temperature in the room, it will switch off to prevent unnecessary heat loss. You can create a weekly heating setting with the digital temperature control, and it has a temperature range of -5° to 50°C.
The dimensions of this hearer are 8.5 cm by 45 cm by 45 cm, it weighs just 3.5 kg, and it can heat a room of 6 m². Finally, this great bathroom heater also comes with a two-year guarantee to make your purchase worry-free!
Unfortunately, it does come with some disadvantages. This bathroom heater is known to have complicated timer and temperature settings.
Pros:
- IP24-rated digital radiator
- Child lock function
- Open window detection
- Three heating settings
- Wall-mounted unit or freestanding
Cons:
- It may have complicated timer and temperature settings
- It may lose all of the programmed settings if unplugged
- Buttons may emit loud beeping when pressed
FUTURA Eco 2000W (Luxury Choice)
This is a powerful 2000 W electric panel heater. It can be wall-mounted or freestanding, and the feet are included when you purchase the heater.
Its dimensions are 8 cm by 86 cm by 40 cm, it weighs 5.8 kg, and it is sufficiently powerful to heat a 23 m² room!
This bathroom wall heater is IP24-rated and splash-proof, making it safe to install in your bathroom. The electric wall heater has an integral precision thermostat which is accurate to within half a degree and can be set to your desired temperature between -5° and 35°.
In addition, the panel heater will automatically switch itself on or off to maintain the selected temperature in the room.
This bathroom heater also has open window detection to identify a drop in temperature up to 5° and automatically switches off to conserve electricity. The heater also has a 2-year warranty to give you peace of mind.
One thing to consider is if you install it in a room larger than the maximum capacity of the heater or if the room is poorly insulated. It may not reach the temperature you have selected.
Pros:
- Splash proof
- Open window mode
- Energy-saving by turning off when the correct temperature is achieved
- It can be freestanding or wall-mounted
- 2-year warranty
Cons:
- The timer may be complicated to set
- It may be noisy when heating
- There may be a smell produced when first heated that needs to be a runoff
Pro Breeze Mini Ceramic (Best Value)
This compact and portable 2000 W fan heater uses a ceramic heating element to heat up quicker than other bathroom heaters. The heater also has two power settings to select between depending on your heating needs, high at 2000 W and low at 1200 W.
This portable heater by Pro Breeze can oscillate to 60° so that all corners of your bathroom benefit from the warm air it produces. In addition to the high and low settings, the heater has another two modes where you can select between high and low with oscillation, giving you four heating modes in total.
Another thing that we like about this heater is that it includes safety features such as tip-over and overheat detection, so it will automatically switch off if there is any danger while it is in use. In addition, its dimensions are 18.5 cm by 15.5 cm by 26 cm, and it weighs just 1.75 kg!
One element that could improve with this heater is that the thermostat is a dial and does not allow you to select a specific temperature.
Pros:
- Advanced ceramic technology
- Four heating settings
- Oscillates up to 60°
- Adjustable thermostat
- Portable and compact
Cons:
- There may not be a significant difference in output between the two power settings
- It may be slow to heat a whole room
- May not be able to select a specific temperature
Dimplex Wall Mounted
This is a compact and straightforward to-use bathroom heater. A pull cord operates it, and that is as complicated as it gets.
So, if you are not technologically minded, this is a perfect fan heater and you simply want to switch the heater on and begin to feel it heating the room!
Two settings are selected before installation, a 1000 W and a 2000 W power mode. If the 2000 W one is selected, the heater includes a power-saving mode to drop down to the lower 1000 W setting when the room has heated up. There are also three temperature modes, low, medium and high which are again set before installing the heater to the wall.
The dimensions of this bathroom heater are 10.9 cm by 22.9 cm by 24.2 cm, and it is extremely lightweight at 1.1 kg!
The settings do need to be selected before installation, as they are underneath the heater cover. Also, there might be a chance that the switch would suddenly snap after continued use.
Pros:
- Heats small areas quickly
- Easy-to-use pull cord operation
- Three modes of low, medium and high
- Two power settings
- Lightweight
Cons:
- May cut out when on the 2000 W setting
- The switch where the cord attaches may snap over time
- You may not hear the click when it turns on and off
MYLEK Electric Over Door
This bathroom heater by MYLEK has a host of features, which make it a great purchase, and it is slimline and stylish too!
There is a digital temperature display on the otherwise clean design heater, and it is supplied with a handy remote control so that you can set it to work as you want from wherever in the room.
This above-the-door heater has two heat settings, 2000 W and 1000 W, and it also can work as a fan to circulate cool air around a room in warm conditions!
In addition to this, it also sports an open window function where it will automatically switch off if it detects a sudden drop in temperature, overheats protection, and has three different timer settings. These include a basic timer, a countdown and a weekly programmable timer!
Its dimensions are 12cm by 55 cm by 20 cm, and it weighs 3.16 kg.
On the other hand, the instructions for the timer settings may be hard to follow. You need to consider this if you are new to bathroom heaters.
Pros:
- Modern and stylish design
- Useful remote control
- Slimline and can be installed above a door
- Safety auto-off function
- Adjustable timer settings
Cons:
- May loose timer settings if electricity is turned off
- The power lead may not be long enough to reach from above a door to a socket
- The instructions for the timer settings may be complicated
Devola WiFi Enabled Electric Glass
The striking modern black design sets this bathroom heater apart from its competitors!
The Devola WiFi Enabled Electric Glass has plenty of smart features if you like to operate your home appliances from an app or through Alexa and Google Home. Set the heater up on your WiFi and control it from the comfort of your phone!
The electric heater can be freestanding or wall-mounted and, is splash-proof for safe use in your bathroom, is IP24-rated. In addition, the heater switches on and off to reach your desired temperature for the room, giving you great energy efficiency for your money.
Additional features that we love about this bathroom fan heater include a child safety lock, overheating protection, and a digital display that can turn off not to distract.
There are three heating modes and timer settings that can adjust to suit your lifestyle. It is suitable for a room up to 15 m².
Meanwhile, there might be times when it is difficult to connect to the WiFi. Also, it might become noisy, which many users do not like.
Pros:
- Sleek design
- Three heating modes
- Timer settings
- Smart connection to your phone
- Freestanding or wall mounting supplied
Cons:
- It may be difficult to connect to WiFi
- It may make noises when heating and cooling
- The heat is pushed into the room upwards, so it may take a while to heat a room
FUTURA Electric Wall Panel
This cleanly designed FUTURA panel heater will be a stylish addition to any bathroom. This is why it is a good choice for the best bathroom heater in the UK.
This awesome bathroom heater has a modern circular control panel on its otherwise sleek front panel. It is also IP24-rated and can be safely installed in the bathroom due to its splash-proof design.
The internal thermostat is accurate to half a degree and will switch itself off when it reaches the correct temperature, saving you money. There are safety features such as a child lock and an energy-saving open window detection function where it will switch off if it detects a drop in the room temperature of 5°.
The panel heater will heat a room of 23 m² and has a temperature range of -5° to 50°C, set through an adjustable thermostat. Additionally, there is a timer setting to adjust it to operate as and when you want, and you can choose between three heating modes. Its dimensions are 8.5 cm by 58.6 cm by 45 cm. and it weighs 5.8 kg. It also comes with a two-year guarantee.
However, you may only set the timer may only be set by the hour, which can be time-consuming. You may want to think about this if you are looking for something more time-efficient.
Pros:
- Modern design
- Splash-proof design
- Suitable for large room
- 2-year guarantee
- Large temperature range
Cons:
- The timer can only be set by the hour and may be time-consuming
- The heater may not look as stylish as in the images
- You may lose the timer settings if the power is turned off
DONYER POWER Convector with Adjustable Thermostat
The DONYER POWER comes in a conventional convection heater design, although it can be wall-mounted if you choose.
The portable bathroom heater has three power settings, 750 W, 1250 W and 2000 W. If turned to the highest setting, it will remain on constantly. In contrast, if it is at a lower temperature, it will switch off once it reaches that temperature until it has dropped. At that point, it will start heating again.
Cool air is pulled in from the bottom of the heater, and hot air is released upwards in a circular motion, heating your room effectively. Additionally, this bathroom heater has safety features, such as it will turn off automatically if it overheats or topples over. There is also a dial timer on the side to set it for how long you want it to run.
If you want this to be a wall-mounted heater, then the fixings have to be purchased separately. Also, some users claim that it does not work well after continued use.
Pros:
- Sturdy design
- Portable
- Three power settings
- Come with a timer
- Safety features
Cons:
- There may not be clear instructions on how to fit the feet
- It may not be long lasting
- The metal this heater is made of may dent easily
Futura Deluxe Electric
The Futura Deluxe Electric Heater is another great choice if you are looking for the best bathroom heater in the UK.
It features three heat settings. You can choose the perfect temperature according to your choice of 800 W, 1600 W, and 2500 W. It is a versatile heater as it can be used outdoors and is perfectly suited to a bathroom, being waterproof.
It is a wall-mounted bar heater operated with remote control, glowing a warm colour when heating your room. The wall fixings and two remote controls are included in the purchase.
Its dimensions are 8 cm by 95 cm by 10cm, and it weighs 3.3 kg. The heater can provide warmth to a 25 m² room and has a 1.5 m power lead. This heater also comes with a two-year guarantee for peace of mind.
Something to be aware of is that you can only operate this heater by using the remote; it does not have a heater’s switch.
Pros:
- It comes with three heat settings
- Easy wall mounting
- Warm glow
- Slimline
- Remote controlled
Cons:
- The 1.5 m power lead may not be long enough
- The remote may need to be pointed directly at the sensor to work
PEMENOL Portable
The Pemenol 600 W Portable Fan Heater is a small electric heater that has great energy-efficient credentials.
It has an instant heat mode of 3 seconds, and it is the perfect small bathroom heater that can be brought in with you on a cold day to get that extra warmth to the room.
It has two safety modes, overheating and anti-topple protection, so you can be confident when using it. The fan heater also has two modes, natural wind and hot air. If you press the rotation button, the fan will oscillate by 30° to circulate the warm air around the room. Its dimensions are 13.6 cm by 13.6 cm by 21 cm, and it weighs just 1.05 kg.
One thing to note is that this electric bathroom heater should only be used in bathrooms with a bathtub rather than a shower, as it is not splash-proof.
Pros:
- Heats up in three seconds
- Tip-over and overheat protection
- 30-degree auto oscillation
- Stylish design
- Lightweight and portable
Cons:
- It may not be splash-proof
- It may not be powerful enough to heat a room and is better for providing direct heat
Buyer’s Guide
Heat Output
An essential thing to have considered whilst reviewing our best bathroom heaters is whether or not they will give out sufficient heat output. If the heater is not sufficiently powerful to heat the room, you will have wasted money making the purchase and running it afterwards.
A couple of our best bathroom heaters have power settings of up to 2500 W and can heat a room of up to 25 m², but if you do not need that amount of heating, then look for one of our smaller bathroom heaters which can warm up a smaller six m² bathroom.
Location
It is good to decide where the heater should be situated and what space there is in the bathroom you are purchasing it for.
Many of our best bathroom heaters can either be freestanding or wall-mounted, letting you decide once you have it at home. If you are purchasing a wall-mounted bathroom heater, check to ensure that it includes the fixings you need, as there is nothing more frustrating than realizing you have to spend more to have your heater wall-mounted.
If you don’t want a permanent wall-mounted bathroom heater, the other option is to choose a portable one. These come in two main categories, panel fan heaters that can be freestanding or wall-mounted, or a smaller heater that can be used in any location in your house and is small enough to place on surfaces too. The smaller heaters tend to be less powerful and may not be splash-proof, so this is something to think about.
Finally, you could also select from the ceiling heaters on offer, although one hasn’t made it into our top ten products.
Additional Features
There are many features to choose between different bathroom heaters, so we have tried to set some out here.
Heat or Power Settings
Many fan heaters have three heat or power settings, allowing you to choose how much warmth the heater emits. Some also offer different types of air circulation, such as a warm breeze which is a more gentle flow than a standard setting. These settings also allow you to control how much energy your heater is consuming.
Timers
There are different options to look out for when selecting a heater with a timer function. Some have a dial to turn to the amount of time you wish to set it, while others have digital timer functions to create a weekly heating schedule. But be warned, some of these can be quite difficult to master!
Safety Options
If you are a family with young children, then selecting a bathroom heater with a child lock is a sensible option as it prevents little fingers from changing your patient’s programming of settings.
A handy feature to look out for when selecting the right product for you is an auto-off function if the heater overheats or is knocked over.
Energy Efficiency
Many bathroom heaters have energy-efficient modes that consume less electricity or work by the internal thermostat switching the heater off when it reaches the required temperature in the room. A good bathroom heater should offer you one or more of the following options: an eco-mode setting, a timer, or a thermostatic control to ensure that you are as energy-efficient as possible.
Conclusion
Hopefully, our best bathroom heater reviews have helped provide the information and advice you need to find the best bathroom heater for your needs. Our aim is that you’ll have been able to find the best bathroom heater for your cold bathroom. However, if you’re still struggling to choose the right one amongst the many heaters on offer, you can try our Editor’s Choice – the Purus 400 W Electric Panel Heater. This is our best choice for the best bathroom heater in the UK.
This is not just any heater; it comes at the top of our reviews because its features set it apart from the competition. For example, an open window function detects if the temperature suddenly drops by five °C and shuts off the heater to prevent wasting electricity and further heat loss. It also has a child lock function, perfect if you have a young family and need to keep small fingers from changing settings!
You can select between three heating options; economy, frost-free and comfort, and the eco mode and integrated thermostat will mean that you can save energy and reduce your heating bills as it will only come on when required. The digital temperature control means you can create a weekly heating schedule and the temperature range is impressive from -5°C to 50°C!
It is a compact heater at only 8.5 cm by 45 cm by 45 cm, and it weighs just 3.5 kg, so it won’t dominate in a small bathroom. Finally, this best bathroom heater in the UK also comes with a 2-year guarantee giving you peace of mind with your purchase.
Enjoy a warm and toasty bathroom from now on!
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