9 Best Infrared Space Heaters – Stay Warm This Winter!

With Winter approaching, you need to be well equipped to fight the lowering temperatures. However, this often requires a hefty investment. A lot of people fight this by making sure their house is properly insulated. Some people use fireplace (if they have it) or their furnace.

Some other decide to simply bite a bullet and use their central heat, no matter how expensive it is. 

And  the rest people? Well, they purchase infrared space heaters.

Infrared space heaters are some of the most affordable and portable heaters in the market. They’re also one of the best options for people with breathing problems, as they tend to keep the humidity of a room intact.

While they’re not particularly powerful compared to, say, central heat, they’re quite affordable both when purchased and when using them, making them an excellent choice for conscious spenders and people who don’t have other heating options.

In the following list, we’ll review 10 best infrared space heaters in the market. We’ll talk about their design, their advantages and disadvantages and what we liked the most about the product.

Best Infrared Space Heaters - Comparison

9 Best Infrared Space Heaters - Reviews

If you’re looking for is a compact and affordable space heater that works great in small spaces, this infrared heater is perfect for you.

The Dr.Infrared is one of the safest models out there, thanks not only to its infrared technology but also to its design, which allows it to work for long periods of time without overheating and keeps it from accidentally tipping over.

It also comes with energy saving features, which makes it perfect for saving money during the coldest months of the year, though bear in mind that you’ll still notice a change in your power bill.

This heater has a slight “retro” look to it, but it still blends well in almost every room. It’s also very quiet and doesn’t have any smells, which makes it the perfect bedroom heater, as you can keep it on overnight without any issues.

Despite its small size, it’s worth noting that this heater weighs almost 30 pounds, so moving it around is possible but the heater isn’t necessarily portable.

It does come with wheels, though, so you can easily push it around your home if you need to move it from room to room.

A beautiful and portable heater that nevertheless is powerful enough to heat up rooms 500 square feet and less, the iLiving is an excellent choice for those of you who want a safe heater they can leave running 24/7.

Weighing roughly 25 pounds, this is far from the lightest model in this list, but it does come with wheels, which makes it easier to move around your home.

It was also designed to prevent accidental tipping, even with the wheels, which makes it safe to use around pets and children. Not only that, but it stays cool to the touch even when working, comes with an auto-shut off function and it’s relatively quiet, with noise levels hovering around 39 decibels

This heater also comes with a reliable energy saving mode that you’ll appreciate whether you’re running it occasionally or all day long. That said, do keep in mind that the power bill will go up, energy savings or not.

Look wise, its walnut exterior allows it to blend almost seamlessly with any decoration, but the control panel is a bit of an eyesore, particularly if your decor is clean and minimalist.

That said, it’s very easy to use.

An efficient and affordable model, the LifeSmart Medium is an excellent choice for those of you looking to heat up larger spaces.

With enough power to warm up a 800 square foot, this heater isn’t exactly energy efficient but it does come with different energy saving modes that not only help counteract the 1500 watts demands, but also helps you heat smaller rooms by reducing its power.

Weighing only 12 pounds and equipped with handles, this is a very portable model that, nevertheless, also comes with anti-tipping technology to prevent it from falling. Not only that, but the entire heater was built with heat and fire resistant plastic, which makes it one of the safest models in this list.

As with other, similar heaters, this one comes with the option of attaching an air filter, sold separately.

The air cleaner is a particularly nice upgrade if you’re purchasing an infrared heater due to breathing problems, as this kind of heater is known for increasing the temperature in a room without decreasing the humidity. 

Perhaps the most attractive function of this heater is that it is programmable and comes with a remote, adding an extra touch of comfort to its already great functions.

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If what you’re looking for is a small, yet effective, infrared heater that you can carry around your home or even take with you on a trip, the Eden Pure is perfect for you.

Measuring roughly 15x11x9 inches and weighing only 15 pounds, the Eden Pure goes to show that good things do come in small packages.

Since it is an infrared heater, the temperature stays high enough to be comfortable without risking catching fire and it does it without exposing you to the dangers of CO2. Not only that but it’s surprisingly quiet, even with the fan running.

If that’s not enough for you, bear in mind that it comes with an upgrade kit that gives it air purifying capabilities, making it one of the most versatile infrared heaters to date.

If you’re looking for a heater that not only heats up your room but also gives it a lot of personality, this beautiful “fireplace” heater is the right choice for you.

Equipped with a fire display that looks as real as they come, and enough power to heat up rooms up to 800 square feet, this is a great example of a heater that mixes functionality with form.

Not only is the fire realistic but the built is also very good. It looks great and blends well with just about any decoration and, thanks to its small size, you can easily place it anywhere you want.

As you can imagine, this isn’t the lightest heater out there, but it only weighs 20 pounds, so it’s not as heavy as you may assume.

Its size does make it less likely to accidentally tip this heater and it also stays cool to the touch, so it’s a very safe heater, even if you have children or pets.

We can’t emphasize enough just how good the flames look, but if you’re worried about the light disturbing your sleep, don’t! You can adjust the dimness of the lights at will.

If what you’re looking for is a heater that works well while also providing you with a unique piece of decoration, the Duraflame DFI5500 is perfect for you!

This infrared heater is capable of blending with modern decoration, thanks to its black metal body that brings to mind old furnaces.

The flames may not look particularly real, but they can be dimmed whenever needed and can be used without the heat, allowing you to set the mood whenever you’re using this little heater.

While it’s relatively small, it’s still powerful enough to heat up rooms up to 1,000 square feet. That said, this isn’t exactly a portable heater because, while not particularly heavy (23 pounds) the design is a little awkward to move around.

This model’s heating unit is located at the top, but nevertheless it stays cool to the touch so it’s a good choice if you have children and pets. It’s also relatively safe to place on top of carpets.

What we do not recommend is to put things on top of this heater. Again, it stays cool to the touch even after working for hours but we simply don’t recommend it for safety purposes.

The fan can be a little loud, so if you’re a light sleeper you may have some troubles at first, but if you don’t mind a little extra noise then this heater is a great choice.

As you may have noticed, most of the articles in this list are horizontal heaters, which look fantastic but may take more space than you have.

If you don’t have any room to spare but you’re still looking for a heater capable of warding off the cold, the Duraflame is an excellent choice for you, thanks to its elegant horizontal design that not only looks great and complements just about any decorating style but also takes considerably less space than similar heaters.

Its small size is not only an advantage when placing it in a room but also when transporting it, as it only weighs 22 lbs. and is quite easy to move around.

The biggest downside of the horizontal design is that it can easily tip over. However, this was something taken into consideration, as one of the many safety functions of this heater is an automatic off switch that activates if your heater happens to fall down.

Other safety functions of this model includes a stay-cool surface, a thermometer that regulates the temperature of the machine, immediately shutting it off if it exceeds safe levels, and more.

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Another model by Dr. Infrared, this one is a great choice for those looking for a mix between functionality and form, as it’s been designed to look like a nightstand, allowing it to blend seamlessly with your furniture.

This particular model offers similar advantages as other Dr. Infrared heaters: It is quite safe, thanks to it’s auto-shut off technology, as well as its anti-tipping design and the fact that it stays cool to the touch, even after using it for long periods of time.

Just like other models, it comes with different energy saving modes, making it a good choice if you’re trying to save money during the winter.

The revamped look is one of our favorite characteristics, but it does make this heater a lot heavier than similar models, clocking it roughly at 30 pounds. Which is still portable, but may cause problems to some. It does come with a large wheel to facilitate transport, so there’s always that.

A great option for those of you in a tight budget, the Ryzen H-5000 Pro delivers wonderfully in the areas of safety, efficiency and portability.

As similar heaters, it stays cool to the touch, even when in use, and it comes with auto shut-off functions that activate if the unit starts overheating or tips over. Not only that, but it actually comes with a lockable control panel to give you extra security.

It also comes with a powerful energy saving mode that will help your pocket and the planet.

This unit isn’t particularly large (hence its portability) which means it can’t heat up large rooms. In fact, it can only heat up rooms up to 800 square feet, making it better suited for small rooms or your bedroom.

Keep in mind, however, that the heater does get rather loud at times.

Compared to other heaters in this list, the design of the Ryzen is a bit Sci-Fi-ish but we found that charming rather than distracting. However, the design does produce some light, which can be a problem for light sleepers.

Final Verdict

We’ve come to the end of our article and we hope that, by now, you’ve found an infrared heater that’s perfect for your needs.  If not, don’t worry, the perfect model is out there for you. It’s only a matter of finding it.

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