Best electric-heaters for UK homes

These are strong all round electric-heaters for typical UK houses and flats. They help keep living spaces warm without driving bills through the roof.

Quick comparison

Model Best for Capacity Room size Rating
Oil filled radiator for 3 bed homes Most UK homes, up to 3 bedrooms 2L 3 bedroom home or large living room ★ 4.3 View on Amazon
Slim wall mounted panel heater Living rooms and hallways 2L Medium to large rooms ★ 4.3 View on Amazon

Our picks in more detail

Oil filled radiator for 3 bed homes

Oil filled radiator for 3 bed homes

Most UK homes, up to 3 bedrooms

A full size oil filled radiator that suits typical UK family homes, with a built in thermostat and timer so you can set and forget.

  • Capacity: 2L
  • Room size: 3 bedroom home or large living room
  • Energy: Thermostat and timer for efficient use
Slim wall mounted panel heater

Slim wall mounted panel heater

Living rooms and hallways

A slimline panel heater that can be wall mounted or freestanding, ideal when you want steady background heat without taking up much floor space.

  • Capacity: 2L
  • Room size: Medium to large rooms
  • Energy: Digital thermostat and eco mode
Glass front smart panel heater

Glass front smart panel heater

Modern living rooms and open plan spaces

A stylish glass front panel heater with app control, ideal if you want something that blends into a modern room and can be scheduled from your phone.

  • Capacity: 2L
  • Room size: Medium to large modern rooms
  • Energy: Smart app control and schedules
Compact oil filled radiator 1.5kW

Compact oil filled radiator 1.5kW

Bedrooms and small lounges

A smaller oil filled radiator that suits bedrooms and cosy lounges, providing gentle steady heat without fan noise.

  • Capacity: 1L
  • Room size: Small to medium rooms
  • Energy: Thermostat with frost guard
Smart ceramic tower heater

Smart ceramic tower heater

Living rooms and home offices

A ceramic tower heater with oscillation and smart features, good for quickly warming the part of the room where people are actually sitting.

  • Capacity: 2L
  • Room size: Medium rooms
  • Energy: Oscillation and eco mode

Category questions

What is the best electric heater for a typical UK home

For most two or three bedroom homes, a modern electric heater with a built in thermostat and timer is the best balance of comfort, control and running cost.

Where should I put an electric heater in my house

Place it where people actually sit or work, with space around it so heat can circulate. Keep it away from curtains, soft furnishings and narrow gaps.