Which heaters are best for the home: consumer reviews, description of devices

In this article, you can find recommendations on which heaters are best for the home: consumer reviews, descriptions of characteristics and capabilities, as well as an analysis of advantages and disadvantages will help you navigate the choice of design. Here the features of carbon, film, vapor-drip and micathermic devices from well-known manufacturers are discussed in detail.

Which heater to choose for the house: classification of structures

Modern household electric heaters are presented on the market in a wide variety.

Classification by the type of heat energy transfer includes devices with a different scheme of action:

• transferring heat to air through a hot surface - the devices function in much the same way as conventional batteries in the house. Most often these are oil-type structures, as well as quartz and modular modifications. This principle of transferring thermal energy cannot be called optimal, since the efficiency of the device is limited by the contact area (size) of the heater with the air in the room. The increase in efficiency is carried out by increasing the heating temperature or the contact area of ​​the body with air. You can also improve the heat exchange parts of the device;

• convection (natural) distribution of heat flows - the heating components of the heaters are placed inside the housing, which has a design that creates a natural ascending flow of heated air. Due to the movement of these flows, the space of the room warms up very quickly;
• directional distribution of heat flows - this principle is used in the design of heat guns and fan heaters. These heaters are equipped with a built-in fan, which is also powered by electricity, increasing the cost of paying utility bills;
• infrared radiation - heat is spread by the generation of electromagnetic waves.

Note! Infrared radiation does not heat up the air. The temperature in the room is increased by heating the surfaces, which in turn transfer heat to the air.

Characteristics of Direct Heat Transfer Electric Household Heaters

The most common direct drive heaters are oil type designs. They combine high power and portability to create significant competition for conventional batteries. Some models have a case with complex modifications. This structure contributes to the formation of not only direct, but also convective heat fluxes. This advantage improves the performance of the heater.

Features of the structure of oil radiators for space heating

The body, made of metal, together with the oil inside, gives the heater considerable weight. Manufacturers usually provide legs for support in their designs. For more convenient operation, modifications are created in the form of trolleys on roller wheels. Due to them, the process of moving the device is facilitated, which is connected to the power supply network using a cord and plug. There is a special place on the body for compact storage of the coiled cable.

Modern generation oil coolers have controls. Even the simplest modifications are equipped with a switch with the ability to switch to different operating modes and light indication, as well as a thermostat that regulates temperature indicators.

You can find models that have a panel structure rather than a sectional structure. The body part in them is flat and covered with a ribbed texture. The principle of operation of such devices is similar.

Oil-filled radiators cannot be unequivocally called economical. Their level of electricity consumption is quite high. But this is compensated by the increased heat capacity of the carrier (mineral oil), and the heating itself, thanks to the thermostat, is carried out only as needed. Upon reaching a certain temperature mark, the device turns off, and the oil continues to give off heat to the room for a very long time.

Useful advice! If you buy an electric home heater with a timer function, you can program the device to turn on at a specific time. Upon returning from a walk or work, the premises will be warm, and the device will not waste heat the rooms while people are absent.

Advantages and disadvantages of oil-fired floor heaters for home

Advantages of oil radiator heaters:

• acceptable cost;
• simple operation system - there is no need for installation work, the device is simply put in the right place and turned on;

• mobile design - the device can be easily moved anywhere in the house;
• safety - modern modifications radiators equipped with a multi-stage protection system. Preventive measures include an emergency shutdown function if the device is accidentally knocked over.

Despite the safety of these devices, you should not install them in children's rooms or leave babies unattended with them. Due to the presence of wheels, they can use heater for their games, which can have serious consequences.

Disadvantages of oil filled radiators:

• the heating inertness is greatly increased - it can take a long time from turning on the cold device until the moment when its body part is heated. Sometimes it takes at least 30 minutes. The cooling process is also very long;
• bulky structure - all devices of this type are heavy and substantial in size. When using a heater in a small apartment, its design can create obstacles to moving around the room;
• simplified design - even the most attractive models cannot always support the interior of the room, causing an imbalance in the design;

• the need for caution - heavy and angular body part can cause injury to a person. A very hot surface can cause burns if accidentally touched.

Useful advice! The problem with burns when accidentally touching a working device can be solved by purchasing a model with a protective casing.

How to choose and buy an inexpensive home heater: an overview of the Ballu product line

The heater manufacturer Ballu brings designs to the market in the middle price range. They are available to the majority of buyers and have an optimal combination of functions.

Ballu product overview table:

Specifications instrument	Instrument models
	Classic BOH / CL 11WD	Classic BOH / CL 07BRN	Modern BOH / MD 09BB	Classic BOH / CL 05 WD
Action area, m2	22	22	25	10
power, kWt	2,2	0,75	2	1
Number of modes	2	2	3	2
Structure weight, kg	9,2	6	7,8	5,5
Number of sections	11	7	9	5
Dimensional parameters, cm (height, width, length)	58x13x47	55x12x33	58x13x40	55x12x25
Average price, rub.	4000	3000	3600	1800

 

Operation of oil heaters for home: reviews and safety rules

When handling oil coolers, manufacturers recommend exercising caution and adhering to basic safety rules:

• it is not allowed to replace the standard cord with another, as well as to use the device in combination with an extension cord;
• it is strictly forbidden to install a working heater near a power point (outlet);
• the standard type of structure placement is vertical. It is prohibited to connect and operate the device in any other position;
• it is not recommended to heat a room with a very small area. The size of the room must be more than 4 m².

Important! The use of an oil radiator as a device for drying clothes, as is usually done with centralized water heating batteries in a house, is excluded.

Despite the subtleties in handling, oil radiators are still popular with buyers who leave feedback on the operation of these heaters:

“I recently bought a Ballu Classic BOH / CL 07BRN heater. My wife and I live in a rented apartment and therefore often move, so I found the oil radiator to be the best heater for our situation. In general, the design works fine. True, on the very first day the device made some gurgling sounds. The consultant in the store explained that this effect is not a defect or a defect in the product - just residual air escaping from the oil. In the future, there was no extraneous noise. "

Grigory Ostroumov, Moscow

“On the recommendation of a friend, I bought an oil cooler. The heater meets my requirements. The only negative - it heats up for a long time, but then it also keeps heat for a long time. After the first switch on, there was an unpleasant smell from the device, which made the apartment to be ventilated. After a few hours this smell disappeared. "

Irina Skilsara, Yekaterinburg

Feature of modular electric radiators

This category includes steam-droplet heating devices powered by electricity and having similar features with modern bimetallic or aluminum batteries. In fact, they are a miniature version of classic heating systems in which coolant undergoes heating, and the process of heat exchange occurs in the same way as in conventional batteries.

Note! Modular radiators are produced fully functional with pre-configured characteristics. Manufacturers strictly prohibit changing the number of device sections.

Construction device:

• the heat exchanger has a sealed structure, inside which there is a heat carrier. Due to the complete isolation of this component, the possibility of leaks is eliminated. In addition, it is not required to replenish the volume of the coolant, since the evaporation process occurs in a closed cycle;

• the heating element (TEN) is located at the bottom of the heat exchanger;
• hinged block with built-in control system.

Thermal energy transfer mechanism:

1. The heating medium is heated using an electric heating element.
2. In the process, the heat carrier passes from a liquid state to a vapor state.
3. Hot steam rises, evenly heating the body part of the structure. Since the air temperature in the room is always lower than the temperature of the steam inside the heater, the effect of condensation is obtained.
4. After the release of heat, the condensed steam again turns into a liquid state and rolls back into the heat exchanger along the walls.

This process happens over and over again in the same way.

Advantages of vapor-droplet heating devices

Vapor-droplet modifications of heaters have the following advantages:

• efficiency - devices consume 2 times less electricity than oil radiators and convectors;
• even if there is a power failure, the software will run the last settings. Long-term shutdown does not affect the subsequent operation in any way;
• there is no risk of fire or explosion, since the device is devoid of excess pressure and does not have flammable components. For the manufacture of the case, manufacturers use materials with fire-resistant properties. The aluminum body part acts as an insulating barrier for the coolant and heating element.In the event of a short circuit in the electronics or wiring, the attachment unit releases carbon dioxide. Thanks to him, the fire is completely extinguished.

Note! Depending on the manufacturer and model, the heater can be filled with a different type of heat carrier. Allocate ammonia, water, methanol and ethanol varieties.

Review and price of BHeat Air vapor drip heaters

BHeat Air devices have an electronic thermostat. Thanks to him, the set temperature is maintained in the room automatically. In other words, after reaching the maximum heating level, the device turns off the heater and starts it again when the temperature in the room has dropped below the minimum set value. This function makes energy consumption very low.

The models also have a radio module. It is designed to group several devices in a common heating system. Operation control can be carried out from a central control panel or one of the heaters in the system can be used for this purpose. From the central console, it is possible to set different operating modes in separate rooms.

BHeat Air Product Overview Chart:

Specifications instrument	Instrument models
	BHeat Air 4	BHeat Air 10	BHeat Air 8	BHeat Air 6
Action area, m2	7	16	13	10
power, kWt	0,7	1,6	1,3	1
Structure weight, kg	4,5	12,4	10,2	7,7
Number of sections	4	10	8	6
Dimensional parameters, cm (height, width, length)	58.5x9x36.5	58x9x84.5	58x9x69	58x9x53
Average price, rub.	9500	12200	11300	10400

 

Characteristics of quartz and ceramic wall heaters: reviews and features

The category of direct heat transfer heaters is covered by wall mounted panels. They can have different coverage:

• quartz-composite;
• artificial stone covering;
• ceramic.

Such heaters, in fact, combine all methods of transferring heat flows. On the one hand, there is a convection transfer of energy to the air, emanating directly from the ceramic-coated surface. On the other hand, a heated stove gives off infrared radiation, and at a decent distance.

Note! Some modifications have not ceramic, but a composite coating consisting of quartz sand. Such devices include the products of the St. Petersburg plant, in which buyers are attracted by numerous positive reviews and the price: Tepleko heaters are considered to be of high quality and at the same time inexpensive.

The operation of all devices in this category is based on the principle in which the thermal charge is accumulated by the structure. After the energy has been accumulated, the device is turned off by a thermostat and gradually gives off heat to the room. In this case, the structure does not consume electrical energy from the network.

The advantages of quartz and ceramic slabs:

• high resistance to moisture - devices can be installed on glazed balconies, in bathrooms and other rooms with high humidity;
• decorative exterior decoration - manufacturers offer a lot of design options: imitation of textured or polished stone surface, for example, marble, sandstone or granite. It is possible to artistically design the panel using various shades and relief patterns;

• some models of wall-mounted appliances can be modified into portable structures by mounting the heater on a special trolley or support legs.

The disadvantages include the significant weight of the structure, as well as the danger of getting burns if accidentally touched.

Heater TeplEko review: reviews and characteristics

A nichrome spiral is used as a heating element in TeplEko devices. During the production process, this element is filled with a composite composition of quartz sand. Therefore, the construction is completely monolithic.

Note! Thanks to the monolithic design, contact of the heating element with water or air is excluded. The devices are completely protected from burnout.

Overview of the characteristics of the TeplEko monolithic quartz heater:

Instrument characteristics	Index
Action area, m2	6
power, kWt	0,4
Structure weight, kg	10
Dimensional parameters, cm (height, width, length)	25x35x60
Average price, rub.	2400

 

Reviews about the quality of TeplEko products are ambiguous:

“In general, I don’t understand how a manufacturer could release such nonsense to the market. The heater practically does not give heat, it constantly beats with current. What kind of security can we talk about here? "

Alexey Filonov, Saratov

“Very weak brackets. I was tormented with the installation of the Tepleko heater for a very long time. A bunch of tools and additional manipulations. In my opinion, it is already easier to buy an infrared carbon heater or another option from the same series. I bought it, installed it and turned it on. Zero problems. I'm not happy with my purchase anymore.

Vyacheslav Pakhomenko, Moscow

“Despite the problems with ordering and delivery, on the whole I have a good impression of buying the Tepleko heater. I have a large living room, so I put two at once. I must say that I consider a quartz device to be the best heater for an apartment. Before that, I had a marble one: constantly unpleasant odors, poor heating. I have no problems with the new heater yet. "

Vlad Sinitsyn, Yekaterinburg

Which heater is best for an apartment: features of appliances with convective heat transfer

Electric heaters in this category use the method of convection distribution of heat flows in the room. These include panel-type convectors, which form natural circulation of heated air masses in the room, as well as fan heaters, which forcefully move the air.

The device of panel heaters for an apartment: which model to choose

The popularity of these devices is due to their low price, beautiful appearance and safety. The range of panel heaters on the market is diverse. But all structures are arranged according to the same principle.

Note! Panel convectors are considered the safest, which allows them to be installed even in children's rooms. Touching the operating device does not cause unpleasant painful sensations or burns. There are no sharp corners on the body that can injure a child.

In modern models, control units of an electromechanical or electronic type are provided, as well as a thermostat. The temperature sensor is usually located at the entrance window. It records the level of heating of air that enters the heater body from the room.

With their great width and height, these devices are lightweight. Installation of heaters is very simple, because the complete set usually includes a mounting system. There are also mobile models with casters or legs.

A high-quality heater always has a multi-stage protection system against:

• violations associated with the supply of voltage;
• short circuit;

• the likelihood of overheating;
• voltage drops;
• accidental overturning (especially true for small apartments or families with kids and pets).

Additional functional improvements may be attached to modifications with medium and high cost:

• electronic timers;
• remote control panels (remote control);
• programmers;
• touch panels;
• LED displays.

Models with such great functionality can be easily included in the "Smart Home" system, if available.

Overview of dashboards from the Norwegian brand Nobo

The line of panel devices from the Nobo company includes several types of devices with different dimensions and technical characteristics. The power of the heaters is selected taking into account the size of the room where they will be installed.

Note! The higher the power of the device, the longer its body. The changes even affect the thickness.

Nobo Nordic Product Overview Table:

Instrument characteristics	Instrument models
	C4E 05	C4E 07	C4E 10	C4E 12	C4E 20	C4E 15
power, kWt	0,5	0,7	1	1,2	2	1,5
Structure weight, kg	3,3	3,7	4,8	5,7	8,7	6,7
Dimensional parameters, cm (height, width, length)	55x40x42.5	55x40x52.5	55x40x67.5	55x40x82.5	55x40x132.5	55x40x97.5
Average price, rub.	6400	6800	7100	7800	9800	8550

 

Features of Megador heaters: reviews from the forum

In addition to panel convectors, there are also skirting boards. To get acquainted in more detail with the features of these devices, you can read the reviews that were left on popular construction forums:

“I live in a private house - the building is old and the walls are constantly damp. While there is no way to solve the problem of storm sewage on the site, so you have to deal with an excess of moisture by other methods. Buyers about Megador baseboard heaters are reluctant to leave reviews, nevertheless, I liked these devices. I decided to buy and did not regret it. The house is warm and there is no smell of dampness, and the structures themselves are compact and almost invisible. I recommend this heating option. "

Evgeny Skorodko, Moscow

“Thanks to baseboard heaters, I got rid of mold and mildew on the walls. Dampness is one thing, but all this growth on the walls is dangerous to health. We stopped at Megador products. Unfortunately, skirting heaters cannot be closed, so my husband simply drowned them into the wall. The optimal solution for those who do not want to spoil the appearance of the room. "

Galina Evtushenko, Moscow

Price of electric skirting heaters Megador

Average prices for skirting boards:

Name	Device length, cm	price, rub.
Light	100	3150
	150	3760
	200	4230
Conner (corner element)	85x85	5470
Group	100	3150
	150	3760
	200	4230
Aroma	100	3990
	150	4530
	200	5080

 

Thermal fans: specificity of heating devices

Fan heaters heat the room due to the fact that they forcibly drive the heated air around the room. In this category of devices, there are also powerful specimens (over 2.5 kW). They are called heat guns and are not intended for domestic use.

Note! The fan installed in the heater housing can have a turbine or blade structure. It is he who drives air flows through the entire structure, where their temperature rises from contact with the heating element.

Fan heaters are equipped with the following types of heating elements:

• an open spiral made of nichrome is found in budget models. It heats up red hot and therefore can cause a fire (if a piece of debris, wool or a lump of dust gets inside the structure) or an electric shock. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to leave the turned on device unattended. Due to the ingress of dust or insects on the spiral, unpleasant odors often appear;
• tubular heating element - more reliable and safe, has a long service life;
• ceramic heating element - considered the most environmentally friendly of all of these. The heating temperature of the ceramic plates is minimal, so the burning of dust particles is excluded. Such a device does not reduce the optimal air composition in the room, but it costs much more.

Household models are enclosed in a compact body with horizontal or vertical placement. The speed of blowing air flows, as well as the power of the heating element, can be adjusted.

Note! The perfect modifications have additional functions, there is a built-in thermostat, an ionizer to maintain a comfortable climate, a timer, humidifier and even panels with touch control and LCD display.

Review of heat fans for home: which heaters are better

The advantages of thermal fans:

• organization of local and rapid heating of a certain area of ​​the room;
• mobile design with compact dimensions;
• affordable cost.

Among the disadvantages, only the presence of noise generated by a running engine is noted, as well as the transfer of dust particles with forced air flows, which contributes to allergies and exacerbations of asthma.

Fan overview table:

Instrument characteristics	Instrument models
	Enkor TVE-2-1	Ballu BFH / S-05	Polaris PCDH 2116	SupraTVS-20FN	VES V-FH21
power, kWt	2	1,5	1,6	2	1,5
Action area, m2	30	15	20	n / a	15
Number of working modes	3	2	2	2	2
Body material	metal	plastic	plastic	plastic	plastic
Heating element	Heating element	open spiral	ceramics	open spiral	ceramics
Structure weight, kg	3,9	1,12	1,6	0,87	1,1
Average price, rub.	1750	1150	1450	900	1200

 

Characteristics of micathermic heaters: reviews, advantages and disadvantages

Micathermic heaters are the link between convectors and infrared models. The infrared radiation emitted by the device accounts for 80% of the heat, the remaining 20% ​​are convection flows.

This effect occurs due to the fact that the structure has a heating plate made using Micatherm technology. The heating element is insulated on the sides with layers of mica.

Note! Mica is a natural mineral that both insulates electricity and conducts heat quite well.

Advantages of micathermic devices:

• no additional time is required to warm up the case, the heater immediately transfers heat to the room;
• light weight;
• the maximum temperature is 60 ºС;
• it is impossible to get burns when touched;
• economical power consumption - devices are 30% more economical than oil radiators;
• optimal climatic conditions and normal air condition are maintained;
• silent work.

According to customer reviews left on the forums about micathermic heaters, a person is able to feel heat flows only if he sits motionless for a long time directly in the radiation zone. Also, the heat is not felt immediately after the appliance is turned on. This takes some time.

Advantages such as the low weight of the structure, as well as the possibility of purchasing devices with a wall or even ceiling type of placement, were also noted with positive reviews.

In the reviews, disadvantages were also noted:

• the density of thermal radiation decreases with distance from the device;
• room heating is carried out only in the coverage area;
• dirt trapped behind bars is difficult to remove.

The nature of Cozy heaters: reviews and prices

Thanks to the dual heating method, Cozy appliances significantly save heating costs. The devices have a high efficiency factor, therefore, almost all the absorbed energy is converted into heat and enters the room without losses.

Note! Heat transfer is evenly distributed between infrared radiation and convection (50% to 50%).

Overview table of Cozy heaters:

Specifications instrument	Instrument models
	M1 / 250	M1 / 320	M1 / 450	M2 / 250
power, kWt	0,25	0,32	0,45	0,25
Action area, m2	6	8	10	6
Dimensional parameters, cm (height, width, length)	58x3x70	58x3x70	58x3x70	50x3x70
Average price, rub.	5200	5500	6000	5100

 

There are no open heating elements in the structures, therefore the operation of the heaters is completely safe. The surface temperature of the case is moderate, so Cosey devices are often installed in preschool institutions.

Features of devices with infrared radiation

These devices are representatives of a very large group of heating equipment. They use infrared light to heat the room. The wavelength in household structures is in the range from 50 to 1000 microns. This allows heat transfer over a long distance without the need to heat the device to potentially dangerous temperatures.

The following types of structures are distinguished by the type of installation:

• ceiling;
• wall-mounted;
• floor.

Manufacturers also use various heating elements, but the most common option is tubular heating elements.

Note! The material for the manufacture of the heating element can be glass, carbon, ceramics, there are even halogen options.

Ceiling infrared heaters: consumer reviews of the disadvantages and benefits

Most of the reviews left about ceiling heaters are positive. Buyers note among the advantageous advantages of these devices the small size, due to which the design takes up very little space in the room.

The device mounting system also received positive feedback. The heater can be installed in any room, since the construction of the case is reliably protected from the adverse effects of external factors. Even the bathroom is no exception.

Some models support the dimensional characteristics and other parameters of Armstrong ceiling tiles, which allows them to be built into the suspended ceiling space without damage to the design of the room.

Efficiency depends on the correct choice of place for the installation of the device. If the ceiling heater is placed near the window, the cold coming from the street will disappear. Thus, the effect of a thermal curtain is created, excluding large heat losses.

Characteristics of film heaters for home: price and design choice

One can doubt how effective a device with high decorative characteristics can be. But judging by the reviews, infrared heaters do this job well.

Heaters-paintings are one of the varieties of wall-mounted film radiators. The only difference is that a special canvas with a decorative image is glued over the structure. Drawing pictures on a fabric base is carried out using printing.

Note! In expensive models, a special technology using silver particles is used to apply images.

Before buying a picture heater, you need to decide in advance on the place of its installation. The wall where the installation will be carried out must be made of materials that are not amenable to combustion. In addition, all objects within the range of the device must be removed at least 30 cm from it. The surface of the case is heated to 60 ° C.

According to consumer reviews, picture heaters have several advantages:

• security;
• quality of performance;
• excellent decorative properties;
• durability.

However, taking into account the same reviews, film heaters can meet these characteristics only if they are of high quality production. By examining user comments in detail, you can identify the best brands.

Prices for products of the best brands:

Brand name	price, rub.
Kind warmth	900-2000
Trio	1400-1700
The Velvet season	1300-1400
Neirs	3400-9500

 

Pros and cons of carbon home heaters

This type of device belongs to the category of infrared devices, and in terms of price, pros and cons, carbon heaters practically do not differ from standard radiators.

However, the following features are considered key benefits:

• the device generates a powerful flow of heat, due to which the heating efficiency is much higher than that of halogen and conventional infrared devices;
• the heating element is completely protected from moisture ingress;
• there is protection in case of overturning, fire or power surges;
• heating is carried out instantly and completely purposefully;
• the human body warms up deep enough.

There are not so many disadvantages, but they are still present. The heating element is a quartz tube with carbon fiber inside. If the device is severely hit by a fall, the tube could theoretically be damaged. This usually does not happen, but it's better not to check.

Radiation from a carbon heater: disadvantage or advantage?

Many buyers look at the emitters with caution, thinking about the dangers to health. Carbon fiber devices generate long waves that penetrate very deeply into the human body. In fact, the operation of such a heater is not only safe, but also beneficial.

Note! Due to its healing properties, the carbon emitter can be used for warming up to speed up the healing process of a child with a cold.

From a medical point of view, operating a carbon fiber heater is useful preventively to reduce the likelihood of:

• colds;
• pain in the back and legs caused by overexertion;

• inflammatory processes in the joints, as well as muscles;
• arthritic diseases, etc.

This device is not only safe and economical, it can be successfully used to create a comfortable microclimate in a residential area.

Operation of carbon heaters: customer reviews

Below you can read the reviews of people who have already bought and tried the capabilities of these emitters:

“I tested the efficiency of a carbon heater. The device heats up the body well with local heating. Earlier, coming from the street in winter, I had to literally sit right next to the oil cooler. Today I have no such problem. I just sit in front of the radiator and enjoy the warmth. "

Alexey Goroshin, Moscow

“I have been looking for an effective and safe heater for a long time, which will not dry out the air and cause headaches. I work from home and do not move much, my legs not only feel numb, but also freeze. Having bought a carbon heater, I finally felt what comfort is. "

Julia Samuseva, Tomsk

Review of infrared carbon heater Zenet NSKT 90B

This heater provides economical and fast heating of the room. The scope of its application extends to summer cottages and country houses, apartments and offices. With a power of 1 kW, the device surpasses the capabilities of powerful convector models.

Note! During operation, carbon fiber does not undergo deformation changes, there is no effect of "fatigue" of the metal. For this reason, tearing of the carbon fiber is not possible. The average resource of the effective operation of the device is at least 100,000 hours.

Overview table of characteristics of model NSKT 90B:

Instrument characteristics	Index
Action area, m2	40
power, kWt	1
Structure weight, kg	3
Dimensional parameters, cm (height, width, length)	16.5x34.5x64
Average price, rub.	3290

 

In fact, the prices of carbon heaters are quite varied, which opens up expanded options for buyers in terms of choosing devices, taking into account their own budget.

Which heaters are best for the home: reviews and equipment costs

To find out which designs can be the best heaters for the home, it is worth compiling a comparative description of the most popular heating systems.

Comparative table of heating systems:

Specifications systems	Heater type
	Heat pump	Steam droplet	Gas boiler	Convector	Electric boiler
Monthly maintenance costs	low	low	low	high	high
Purchase / installation costs	high	low	high	low	average
Power grid load	low	low	low	high	high
The degree of complexity of the installation process	high	low	high	low	average
System security	average	high	low	high	average
Drying level	—	—	—	tall	—
Decorativeness	low	high	average	high	average

 

Rating based on reviews: what are the best garage heaters

When it comes to buying heating equipment for a country house, you should not ignore the extension. Many people spend a long time in the workshop or garage, doing some kind of work. Considering the specifics of the premises, it is safe to say that not every heater is suitable for use in a garage. Based on customer reviews, a ranking of the best models for the garage was compiled.

Review of the best models:

Device type	Model	Action area, m2	price, rub.
Propane heater	Mr. Heater F232000 MH9BX Buddy	20	5150
	Dyna-Glo RMC-FA60DGD	1250	9000
Electric heater	Comfort Zone CZQTV5M Ceiling Mount Quartz	15	3200
	Dr. Infrared heater DR-988	55	7000

 

Note! Every year, a large number of accidents are recorded when people, working in a garage, were poisoned with carbon monoxide or received serious burns. You should not reject propane heaters due to the specifics of their use, but you must take a responsible approach to the choice of design.

Propane heaters emit nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and other gases during operation. These devices require a sufficient amount of air space, therefore, the instructions and recommendations of the manufacturer should be carefully studied. For safety reasons, it is better to buy models equipped with an automatic shutdown system if the device falls.

Some models record the oxygen level in the air. If this indicator falls below the safe mark, the heater will automatically shut off.

Which heater is best for home: calculating costs

The table below shows the average for each category of heating devices for a 150 m² house. Before purchasing a particular model, it is recommended to calculate separately.

Home heaters price (annual heating costs):

Specifications	Heater type
	Heat pump	Steam droplet	Gas boiler	Convector	Electric boiler
Total power, W	1180	1390	1620	1584	1386
Equipment purchase costs, rub.	595000	115000	645000	37000	210000
Annual heating costs
Heating cost, RUB / m³ (gas) or RUB / kWh (electricity)	4,55	4,55	5,05	4,55	4,55
Total consumption per year, kWh	9790	10386	6371	33504	29316
Total expenses	44544	47256	32174	152443	133388

 

Taking into account the data from the table, as well as the analysis of the characteristics of all devices, we can come to several conclusions. Firstly, the higher the cost of the heater, the higher the level of comfort it provides. Secondly, the devices that are the most economical to purchase during further operation can entail much more costs than equipment that has a higher price.

In order not to make a mistake with the choice, you need to carefully study the indicators and take into account the operating conditions of the house, as well as the needs of its residents.