The compact MeacoHeat MotionMove Eye 2.0kW Heater is one of the smallest electric heaters you can buy. Its size and energy rating tells you that this is a model designed for smaller rooms, or for working in conjunction with an existing heating source. Under current energy prices, the electric heaters we've tested can cost anything from 9p to 87p per hour to run on full blast. The MeacoHeat MotionMove Eye 2.0kW Heater also adds an oscillation mode into the mix, which lets you cover a wider area with warmth. This is good if you want to take care of multiple occupants.

When buying rechargeable hand warmers, [you want to be sure] the delivery of consistent, reliable heat is equally dispersed through the hand and not arising from a single point,” says Rennier Alejandro Martinez, MD, a board-certified surgeon who specializes in vascular surgery at Baptist Health. “Also, ensure it is portable so that it is easy to carry around. The easier it is to carry, the more likely patients will use them as often as they need to.” We measured energy consumption at a maximum of 1443W on full power and 731 in Eco mode. The latter is useful if you just need a bit of gentle heat to warm up a room when there’s only a bit of a chill. Electric heaters are generally fast at warming up a limited area, that is, putting out a lot of heat in a short space of time. This means they don’t have to be on for long to make a noticeable difference, and if you buy a heater with a thermostat then it will shut down once your room has reached the right temperature. With tip-over and overheating protection, the Dimplex MaxAir is a fan that can be left unattended without concerns about any accidents.Make sure [you buy from] a reputable manufacturer,” suggests Wunderman. “This is important for anyone buying a rechargeable hand warmer or any heated accessory or apparel. If the manufacturer takes shortcuts in the materials or production process that could result in overcharging or overheating or can’t be found to stand by a warranty on the unit, it’s not worth the savings.” I love the hand warmers from Ocoopa for many reasons,” says Lynn Wunderman, who not only has Raynaud’s but is also the founder and chairman of the Raynaud’s Association. “First, they are a reputable brand, so I trust their products to perform well and be safe. Also, they offer several different models that vary in size, shape, colors, features, weight, and more, so you can select the one (or ones) that are best suited to your needs.” Some portable heaters have useful extras, such as an LCD screen that displays the current temperature or a remote control for turning the heater on from across the room. These features may come in handy: We tested different rechargeable hand warmers through at-home testing, but only eight performed well enough to be included in our list of favorites. Our testers did have some positive comments about the following models but noted that they fell just short in a few key areas. They tend to be cheap to run, but some can be really slow to heat up. Most oil-filled heaters are also fairly heavy and cumbersome, so look out for models that come with wheels.

Fan heaters tend to be ugly, large, or both. The De’Longhi Capsule Fit Fan Heater is different, as it’s been built to look great, and its small body can be stood horizontally or vertically, giving a wider range of places it can be placed in. We found it best to stand this heater on a sideboard or a table.If you were to try replacing the use of your central heating by putting an electric heater in each room, it will definitely end up costing much more.

Using it in a chilly office that was 15°C, the TCP Smart Heating Fan Heater Mini took the temperature to 19°C in 30mins. On high heat, this heater costs 66p per hour to run, while it’s 37p per hour on low heat. Low heat is ideal when it’s not as cold and you just need to take the chill off a room. Cold air setting Some fan heaters can help cool you down too. They're not nearly as effective as a dedicated air conditioner, but a light breeze of cold air is better than nothing. I used my portable hand warmer when I went to a Notre Dame game recently,” says Bring. “It was cold—probably about 7 degrees outside and even colder with the wind chill. But my hands stayed warm even though I was out there for more than eight hours. Hand warmers also can prevent cold injuries when you are going to be in extreme conditions for an extended period of time.”

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Longevity: Some foot warmers can stay hot for longer than others, and lots have automatic shut-off systems that turn them off after a set amount of time. Think about how long you need a warmer to stay hot for, especially if you’re planning on using it for a full workday. While these rechargeable hand warmers may come with a short charging cable (only 7 inches long) and take a while to charge, you cannot beat the extensive battery life. Once charged during our testing process, these hand warmers were at full battery strength throughout the entire testing period without needing to be charged again. The Dyson Pure Hot+Cool is slightly more flexible and looks neater, but it’s far more expensive, making the Dimplex MaxAir an excellent-value alternative. As the cold weather sets in and energy bills remain high amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis, many of us are searching for ways to stay warm this winter without cranking up the central heating.

If you don’t want to buy another appliance that sits there being useless for half the year or more, the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Formaldehyde may be for you. This is a traditional fan, a fan heater and a purifier all-in-one. At the bottom of the fan sits the filter, which can capture fine particles and gases. These filters should last for about a year, although the app and display will tell you when it’s time to make the change. We found that this fan took 20mins on maximum to take a cold office from 14°C to a more comfortable 19°C. It was also quiet at 44dB. For more advanced features, you can use the Smart Life app, which is also compatible with a large range of products from different manufacturers, such as the TCP products on this list. Using the app, you can set the temperature, heat mode and define a schedule; oddly, timers are not available and only work using the remote or touch controls.Working from home for the majority of her working week, Lucy has spent a significant amount of time researching products for Swears By that help Mumsnet users keep warm this winter. Why you should trust us NavYash Gupta, MD, FACS,associate professor of surgery and clinical chief of vascular surgery at Cedars Sinai In fan mode, the Princess Smart Heating and Cooling Tower is as powerful as its Dyson rival, although quite a bit louder – particularly as the lowest fan speed isn’t that low. Heat mode was enough to cope with a 30m2 test lab, getting it to a comfortable 21°C before the fan shut down. Microwaveable slippers tend to stay warm for around 30 minutes but will keep your feet cosy for quite a while after that, just like normal slippers do. Are foot warmers good for circulation? Arthritis pain can sometimes make it difficult to perform day-to-day activities, but the right hand warmer might be able to bring some relief and improve the function of your hands. In fact, Gupta indicates that the heat from hand warmers may be therapeutic for those with arthritis and other similar conditions.