But once the room is warm enough, you can switch off the fan and keep the flame effect, which looks good. Overall, the Warmlite WL42005N is an excellent all-round option that offers great value for the money . We've found some of the cheapest heaters available right now and shared some tips on what makes a heater truly good value. However, many of the 2kW electric heaters we've tested tipped above and below that power output over the course of an hour's use in our tests, resulting in costs from 9p - 83p.

I do not find it too flimsy, all halogen heaters tend to give that impression as they are quite light. This halogen heater doesn't oscillate, so you'll need to make sure it's angled the way you want when you switch it on as the heat will only go in one direction.

However, depending on the heater you choose, it’s advised that you purchase spare halogen bulbs because they can break. An oil heater also uses convection and they're great at retaining heat, so be sure to look at our selection of oil filled radiators too. If you require further information regarding our halogen heater recommendations, feel free to get in touch and we will try to provide our assistance where possible.

We found the handle on the side extra helpful when moving it around, especially when needing to take it up or down stairs. To find the ones that scored top in our rigorous lab tests, head over to our reviews of best electric heaters. Some mention that they do not find it too flimsy, while others say that it is not particularly well made, and stopped working after a few months. I suspected it was on the small side(compared to other heaters) but that is exactly what I wanted for the space where it is located. Halogen heaters are good for small areas which keep energy usage to a minimum, as they are environmentally friendly, they do not produce Co/Co2, and they are very easy to install,” says Mark Ronald, lead engineer at Hometree, the boiler and home cover provider.The DONYER brand offers a number of different types of heaters but their halogen heater in particular can be used indoors or outdoors. Compared to many of the cheaper alternatives, this halogen heater sits on top of a sturdy base, which prevents it from tipping and makes it easier to move around. Or if you want something versatile, A fan heater has a compact size making it a breeze to take from one room to another and an ideal choice for smaller rooms. More expensive and much slower convectors won't get the heat going as fast, but they'll be better over longer periods.

And if you are cosying up outdoors, we’ve also got a great range of patio heaters for those cold evenings. Our range of convector heaters are a great choice when it comes to providing some additional heat in your home. Logik's cheap convector heater has more of the features you find on more expensive ones, such as a 24-hour timer, a programmable thermostat and a digital display.

Several of the cheapest electric heaters we've tested have thermostats that detect the ambient temperature and adjust the heater's output according to your preferred setting. It has a digital display and 24-hour timer, a thermostat that lets you select specific temperatures between 5°C and 35°C, and it comes with a remote control.