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Best Wall Heaters Reviewed & Tested

Winter is here and that means putting up with frigid temperatures, at least in some of the spaces or rooms that the central heating system can’t adequately heat up. Given the limitations of a central heating system, keeping the bathroom, bedroom, the foyer, and even the basement warm and comfortable can be a struggle. Which is why you need a wall heater. Compared to the space-hogging central heating system, a wall heater boasts a small footprint and remarkable energy efficiency. Also, it’s more affordable, easy to install and for the free-standing ones, portability is never a concern.

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Considering that the market is awash with wall heaters of various sizes, shapes, colours and from all sorts of brands, you’ll have to comb through thousands of them to get the one that best meets your needs. Or you could sit back, relax and let us do that for you. After hours scouring the vastness of the Internet, we’ve finally put together a carefully curated list of 10 of the best wall heaters currently on the market. We didn’t use abracadabra to pick them out, though. Keep reading to understand the criteria we used to pick them out, and which should guard you on your pick.

10 Best Wall Heaters

 

1. King Electric PAW1215-SS

1. King Electric PAW1215-SS
An industry doyen with more than 6 decades in the industry, King Electric keeps growing better with age. Its products are the epitome of excellent craftsmanship, long-lasting durability, efficiency, and remarkable ease of use. Their flagship option, the King Electric PAW1215-SS, easily continues this tradition. It comes with several mind-blowing features to provide the user with the best heating experience ever. Besides a patented smart limit protection, the wall heater mounts on the wall with ease and is highly versatile. Continue reading for a detailed review.

This is is one of the most versatile you'll ever come across on the market. It offers a wide range of wattage options tailored to adequately address the heating requirements of various rooms in the house. You can easily choose any wattage between 500 and 2250. For larger rooms, a higher wattage would be ideal while smaller rooms such as the bedrooms can benefit from lower wattages. The versatility and customizability of the wall heater allow you to comfortably and efficiently heat any specific room.
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Whether you're tech-savvy or not, the installation process for the King Electric PAW1215-SS is extremely streamlined and straightforward. You won’t be spending endless hours on YouTube.com watching tutorial videos on how to get it up and running efficiently. It’s as simple as cutting off a little bit of the drywall, hooking it up to a power outlet, installing the wall can, and mounting the stud. Next, choose a suitable wattage option and install heater assembly and the grill. Then fire it up.

To keep you and your loved ones safe, the wall heater has a patented Smart Limit Protection feature that promptly kicks in whenever there is an unusual event. It automatically cuts off power and will require that you reset it manually to resume operation. Plus, it's a whisper quiet machine you can comfortably use in the bedroom.

Tailored to meet all your heating requirements, the PAW1215-SS is a highly customizable, easy to use, and cost-effective alternative to the more expensive and space-hogging central heating system. Thousands of people swear by it, so will you.

Pros

Versatile and economical

Installs quickly and easily

Works powerfully and quietly

Durable construction with a 60-month warranty

Cons

No thermostat

2. Cadet Com-Pak 1000W - 120V

2. Cadet Com-Pak 1000W - 120V
Running the central heating system all through the day can be an expensive affair. For the value-conscious user looking for an equally effective, efficient, and affordable way for keeping the family cosy and warm during the winter, the Cadet Com-Pak 1000W is a must-have. Tried and tested, it's a safe alternative with manifold installation options and further boasts a long-lasting, fastidious construction to provide you and your loved ones with several years of seasonal heating. It also features an aesthetically appealing look with soft edges and a high gloss finish for conveniently complementing and/or blending in with your décor.

It is a high-performance option sporting fast heating coil elements. Couple the powerful, reliable performance and the efficiency of the fans and you have yourself a workhorse that leaves no hotspots, as the central air conditioner does. It works smoothly and quietly, quickly distributing warm and cosy heat in a space up to 200 square feet in size. As a result, it's a solid and prudent choice for use in the living room, the bedroom, the kitchen and practically just about any other room in the house.
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The Internet is awash with fear-instilling stories of heaters randomly overheating and catching fire. The professional design of this wall heater, however, and the fact that it comes with a litany of safety features enables you to use it confidently and with peace of mind in various rooms. It features 2 safeguards that promptly and automatically switch off the unit the second it exceeds normal operating conditions. Should it overheat, it’ll switch itself off, thwarting the likelihood of a fire breakout.

As for aesthetics, the wall heater sports a small and lightweight profile with soft edges and a smooth, durable finish that compliments the décor in any room. It installs quickly and easily. And works just as quietly as our previous pick.

With a maximum wattage of 1000, the Cadet Com-Pak is a perfect choice for small to average-sized rooms. We love how quietly and efficiently it works and the fact that it comes with a budget-friendly price tag.
Pros

Works fast and efficiently

Uniform warm distribution

Easy to set up

Easy to clean

Cons

A tad noisy

Not compatible with finished walls

3. Stiebel Eltron 074058

3. Stiebel Eltron 074058
The space-saving and sleek, contemporary design of the Stiebel Eltron 074058 won us over the second we lay our eyes on it. On the off-chance that you’re not overly obsessed with looks, there's still a lot to love about the wall heater. Installation is a breeze, thanks to the innovative, user-friendly surface mount design. It's also sturdy and durable, works quietly and dependably, and because it packs a powerful 120-Volt motor and a high-quality thermostat, it boasts heart-stopping performance. Let's take a closer look.

In spite of its small footprint, the Stiebel Eltron is a workhorse, working hard all around the clock to provide your family with a comfortable and conducive living space. The powerful 120-volt motor works in tandem with the ingenious downdraft design, and the heavy-duty built-in thermostat to keep you and your loved ones safe from the jaw-shattering cold of the summer. The down-draft design also ensures uniform heat distribution, in addition to keeping the floors warm, too. The best part is that unlike a central heating system, the wall heater is highly customizable and can be tailored to address the heat requirements of different spaces or rooms.
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The revolutionary design of the blowers helps keep noise levels to a paltry 49 decibels, thanks to their galvanized steel, squirrel design. To put things into perspective, normal human conversations rarely go beyond 60 decibels. Besides the whisper quiet operation, the unit also has a booster timer for exceptional customizability while the CK Trend on/off switch helps with energy conservation by conveniently shutting off the system when it’s not in use.

Expectedly, installation is both quick and a breeze. If you’re handy with a screwdriver, the exercise shouldn’t last more than half an hour. A unique selling point of the wall heater is that it easily installs over some outdated heaters, sparing you the time and effort of starting from scratch. It comes with a generous, confidence-boosting 36-month warranty.

You don’t have to part with a kidney to keep your rooms cosy, warm, and comfortable during the frigid temperatures of the winter. It is a suitable choice that works quickly, smoothly, and efficiently.
Pros

Sleek, contemporary appearance

Keeps rooms and the floor warm

Quiet

Versatile and easy-to-adjust built-in thermostat

Cons

Difficult-to-follow installation instructions

4. DeLonghi HMP1500

4. DeLonghi HMP1500
Boosting an outstanding 1500 watts of heating power, the DeLonghi HMP1500 is a perfect choice for large rooms. Besides being a powerhouse, the wall heater is also functional and stylish, blending in perfectly with the interior décor of most modern houses. It neither fades into the background nor become the focal point of the house, a feature most models struggle to replicate. It’s highly portable with sturdy all-terrain wheels. If you want to heat up the entire room without incurring exorbitant expenses, the DeLonghi HMP1500 is the way to go.

In addition to being powerful, it is also a highly customizable wall heater. It comes with an impressive heating capacity of 1500 watts, the equivalent of 5120 British Thermal Units (BTUs), which for all intent and purposes, is more than adequate for quickly, efficiently, and evenly heating up small to large rooms. The heat settings are conveniently customizable. An easy-to-adjust thermostat allows you to choose between the maximum of 1500 watts for large rooms and a lower 750 watts for smaller rooms such as bedrooms. In between, there are several heat settings, enabling you to customize the wall heater to your unique heating requirements.
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Irrespective of your favourite setting, it comes with a bunch of safety features to keep you and your loved ones safe. A combination of thermal cut-off, tip-over switch, and anti-freeze features give you the confidence and peace of mind to use the machine anywhere in the room. Further, it comes with a mica panel heater that, compared to fans, don't make any noise.

It’s also highly portable, considering its lightweight and compact design with heavy-duty wheels. The included kit takes the time and effort away from installing it in a room or space of your choice.

With its manifold auxiliary features, the HMP1500 is a perfect choice for use in any room. Installation is a breeze and it runs efficiently and smoothly even at the highest settings.
Pros

Cost-effective

Portable and easy to install

A cinch to use

Quiet

Cons

Nothing significant

5. Broan 170

5. Broan 170
If your eyes are firmly trained on acquiring a heavy-duty, high-performance, easy-to-use, and durable heater, then Broan 170 is the product for you. An all-around performer, the wall heater is a perfect choice for not only the living room and the bedroom, but also entryways, bathrooms, the basement, and even the foyer. Other features that make the wall heater a perfect candidate for keeping yourself and your loved ones comfortable and warm are the downflow design of the louvres, attractive finish, easy-to-use and highly customizable thermostat, and the easy installation.

Whatever the opposite of performance slouch is, the Broan 170 is exactly that. It's a powerful machine that brings together a motor well lubricated, an good blower wheel, a thermal overload protector, a good heating element to provide you with the ultimate heating experience. Throw in the durable, fastidious construction and you have a wall heater that easily exceeds performance expectations, operating with enviable reliability and efficiency. The built-in thermometer with an automatic shut-off makes the wall heater highly customizable by letting you choose a suitable heating level. And thanks to the superior efficiency of the alloy heating element, your room will be comfortably warm in a matter of seconds.
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Looks sure are subject but there is no denying the machine’s clean white enamel finish is head turning. It’s also easy to set up considering the streamlined design. Compared to standard models that restrict you to surface-mounted installations, this model also offers the option of recessed installation.

Irrespective of your choice, you’ll benefit from the heavy-duty 20-gauge steel-louvered grille that effectively directs warm air downward to the floor, keeping it warm and comfortable to walk on barefoot.

The performance of the Broan 170 is nothing but admirable, easily outperforming several industry stalwarts. The versatility, dependable performance, and affordability of this wall heater make it one of the best on the market.
Pros

Budget-friendly

Quick, straightforward installation

Flexible wattage

Dependable performance

Cons

Noisy

6. Cadet 67507

6. Cadet 67507
Cadet 67507 is hands down one of the best wall heaters on the market currently. The unit simply ticks all the boxes a wall heater should tick, meaning that few models on the market can hold a candle to it. In addition to featuring a budget-friendly price tag, the unit runs efficiently, generating and evenly distributing a decent amount of heat to keep your place warm and comfortable through the biting winter cold. It also packs several safety features and offers a wide range of installation options and in light of its high-end construction, it’s guaranteed to continue providing your family with several years of trouble-free, reliable service.

Optimized for small to medium-sized rooms, the wall heater is jam-packed with a litany of features for a safe, quick, and efficient heating performance. With a wide temperature range of between 40 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit and an impressive 2000 watts of heating power at 240 volts, the machine will quickly and effortlessly warm up your room with its high-performance coil element. You’ll love how it evenly distributes warmth all through the room, thanks to the efficiency of its heavy-duty and quietly rotating fan.
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Like other high-end models, this wall heater is safe to use. It comes with a safety shut-off feature that automatically kicks in when operating temperatures exceed normal levels. Consequently, in the case of overheating, it will automatically shut itself off, stopping possible fire accidents. Installation is also quick and straightforward. Because it features a compact design and features either horizontal or vertical mounting options, you really don't need an extra pair of hands to assist. The Cadet 67507 Com-Pak Plus Fan Heater also sports the high gloss enamel paint for which most Cadet wall heaters are renowned. The durability and reliability of its design pairs nicely with the absence of sharp edges, minimizing the chances of children and pets getting tangled on the corners.

Overall, if you have a frequently used small- to medium-sized room you want to keep comfortable and warm all through the winter, the Cadet 67507 would be an ideal choice. It comes highly recommended.
Pros

Quick and effective

Lightweight with a slim profile

Safe to use

Easy to install

Cons

A little noisy

Brief 12-month warranty

7. King Electric W2420-W

7. King Electric W2420-W
Like other options on our list, the King Electric is another high-end wall heater that's both affordable and efficient. It comes with a durable and powerful NiChrome heating element which, coupled with its heavy-duty and equally efficient aluminium fan, evenly distributes heat to all the corners of your room, keeping yourself and loved ones comfy all through the winter. You can also use it to supplement the central heating system in such places as bathrooms, corridors, and even the basement. Its no-frills and simple design enable it to focus on heating your space, and in that endeavour, it performs nicely.

Its will amaze you. It has a powerful C-Frame motor and features a dual wattage design that together with its NiChrome open coil heating element, enables it to quickly and efficiently transfer heat all over the room. The quick, effortless performance eliminates the need to sit in front of it when the temperatures suddenly dip. However cold the temperatures get, the machine's efficient impeller style fan is guaranteed to distribute warm heat to the draftiest spots of the room.
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The fact that it packs up to 2000 watts of heating power at 240 Volts can be a source of concern for the safety-conscious users with children and pets. To ensure utmost safety, the machine also incorporates a Smart Limit Protection feature that will instantly and automatically switch off the unit the second it detects a defect. Consequently, on the off-chance that it overheats or malfunctions, you can still carry on with your chores worry-free.

Another advantage to the simple design is the attendant ease of installation. Homeowners report spending 30 minutes or less to set it up without professional assistance. You can spend less time on installation if have previous experience with wall heaters.

The King Electric is a low-risk heating solution that’s not only cost-effective, easy to use and install, but also provides a decent amount of heat to keep you and your loved ones from freezing.

Pros

High heating capacity

Flexible performance

Safe and quiet

Easy installation

Cons

No thermostat

8. Best Choice Products - Large 1500W

8. Best Choice Products - Large 1500W
The ingenious design and construction of the Best Choice Products Large enable you to kill two birds with one stone. As well as packing superior heating element for keeping your place cosy and snug, it also enhances the décor of your room with its irresistibly elegant and stylish design. It's an eco-friendly, energy-efficient, and easy to install option that, in spite of its versatile performance, costs a fraction of the price of high-end models even though the difference is performance is very marginal.

The Best Choice Products Large is not all about a 3D flame technology. It performs exactly as advertised. It boasts a heating capacity of up to 1500 watts, enough to efficiently distribute heat to every nook and cranny of a 300 square feet room. It's versatile, too. You can choose between 1500 and 750W of heating power.

Obviously, 1500W is ideal for heating up spacious or extensive rooms while 750W would be a perfect setting for smaller rooms like bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
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Besides the versatility of the dual heating settings, the machine is also a cinch to use and install. It has a convenient remote control for quickly and easily turning it on or off and choosing a suitable heating setting without having to leave the comfort of your couch. As for installation, you have the option of wall mounting it or leaving it free standing. It's quite simple to install, though as the package arrives with a sufficiently long 5-foot power cord and mounting bracket stands.

The use of smooth, tempered glass and steel for the construction of the wall heater means it can withstand loads of wear and tear for years on end. The corners are smooth so you, the kids or your pets don’t accidentally trip over it if you elect to leave it free standing.

Admittedly, the Best Choice Products Large is a little expensive but the trade-off is high-performance, reliability, convenience and a stylish design that will greatly enhance the ambience of your place.

Besides the versatility of the dual heating settings, the machine is also a cinch to use and install. It has a convenient remote control for quickly and easily turning it on or off and choosing a suitable heating setting without having to leave the comfort of your couch. As for installation, you have the option of wall mounting it or leaving it free standing. It's quite simple to install, though as the package arrives with a sufficiently long 5-foot power cord and mounting bracket stands.

The use of smooth, tempered glass and steel for the construction of the wall heater means it can withstand loads of wear and tear for years on end. The corners are smooth so you, the kids or your pets don’t accidentally trip over it if you elect to leave it free standing.

Admittedly, the Best Choice Products Large is a little expensive but the trade-off is high-performance, reliability, convenience and a stylish design that will greatly enhance the ambience of your place.
Pros

Comes with easy-to-use remote control

Powerful yet quiet heating

Budget-friendly

Sleek, contemporary look for enhancing décor

Cons

No thermostat

A little difficult to install

9. Cadet CEC163TW

9. Cadet CEC163TW
The high-performance Cadet CEC163TW takes the hard work and time away from keeping the most frequently used room(s) in your house safe and warm as winter rages on. You’ll love how fast and efficiently it works, effortlessly and evenly spreading precise, consistent warmth and comfort all around the room. It doesn’t leave any cold spots so you don’t have to crouch in front of it with a hot cup of tea as you would with flimsy, off-brand models. Installation is a breeze and it's a cinch to use, which should be good news to people who don't consider themselves tech-savvy or good with machines.

The Cadet CEC163TW offers the user unparalleled practicality, flexibility, energy efficiency, and ease of use. With a laundry list of instrumental features, you’re at liberty to choose among three different heating capacities: 1600W at 240V, 1500W at 208V, and 1000W at 120V. This means it’s highly customizable so that you can easily choose a setting that’s commensurate with the size of your room and your heating requirements. It also has a built-in thermostat and an adequately large, backlit LED display that together help you save energy while staying snug, warm, and cosy all through the night.
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The user interface is incredibly simple. The easy push-button makes it easy to precisely adjust the heat levels; you don't require a rocket science degree to use the wall heater, obviously. Also, considering that the fan automatically adjusts its speeds heat output depending on the prevailing weather conditions, the heater is very economical to run. Its fans are ultra-quiet even at high heat settings. As is the case with virtually all wall heaters on this list, installation is hassle-free and quick. The detailed user manual will diligently walk you through the steps, and you encounter any challenges, the brand's customer care reps are just a call away.

To summarize, the Cadet CEC163TW is a worthy investment for those keen on keeping themselves and their loved ones comfortable and warm this winter season. It runs powerfully yet quietly and is remarkably easy to use.
Pros

A cinch to use

Comes with a temperature adjusting thermostat

User-friendly LCD display

Versatile temperature range

Cons

A little noisy

10. Broan 174

10. Broan 174
Our 10th and last pick is yet another Broan heater. Like its cousin we reviewed earlier, the Broan 174 is the poster child for simplicity, high-performance, convenience, and affordability. We also like how seamlessly and expertly it balances performance and design, giving you a taste of premium features and the attendant effortless performance that have, until now, been the preserve of high-end, costly options. It’s capable of quickly and efficiently raising the temperature in your home. It packs 1500 watts of heating power which, however, you can easily convert to 750 watts to suit your unique circumstances. Now, let’s dive into the juicy details.

It becomes very obvious the first time you interact with the Broan 174 that it's made from a top-notch material. The use of industrial-grade, 20-gauge steel, and the accompanying white baked enamel finish ensures durability, guaranteed to provide you with years of flawless, trouble-free use. The innovative design substantially contributes to its exceptional performance. The down-flow design of the grille’s louvres directs air downward, simultaneously warming up the flow and ensuring the even distribution of comfortable warmth all through the room.
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And just to prove how sublime its performance can be, consider that it comes with an efficient, nickel-chrome alloy heating element capable of outputting up to 1500 watts of heating power. As indicated earlier, you can quickly dial this down to 750 watts at 120VAC. For an even superior performance, the wall heater has a built-in, easy-to-adjust thermostat mounted at the front for automatically maintaining a pre-set temperature setting.

You can choose to recess or surface-mount this device. Irrespective of your preferred installation method, the entire process lasts just 30 minutes. To ensure safe and reliable operation, the wall heater comes with a permanently lubricated motor, an efficient blower wheel, a NiChrome alloy heating element, and a manual reset thermal overload protector. You’ll never feeler safer and warmer at the same time.

With a host of admirable features, it’s not surprising that the Broan 174 is an all-time favourite of homeowners not only in America but all over the world. It's durable and solidly built to provide you with more than a lifetime of cool performance.
Pros

Reasonable pricing

Durable construction

Quick, effective heating performance

Easy installation

Cons

Nothing significant

Criteria for Choosing the Best Wall Heaters

Performance

Top of your list of consideration should be the ability of the wall heater to get the job done. The heating capacity should be commensurate with the size of the space you want to keep warm and comfortable. To this end, go for a high-end, high-performance option if you have a particularly extensive room or space you want to heat up in a relatively short time.

If on the other hand, if you want to warm up a small or average-sized room, a conventional heater featuring middle-of-the-road performance can’t be construed as a compromise. A high-end, expensive model would be an overkill for keeping a small room conducive for yourself and your loved ones.

Operational Costs

Understandably, homeowners are concerned about the costs associated with running a wall heater considering that a central heating system is one of the most expensive electronics to run. Compared to the central heating system though, a wall heater is cheap to run seeing as most of them come with a single heating element.

They’re also easy to regulate and customize in accordance with one’s heating requirements. The ability to personalize or tailor their performance to one’s preferences means that you can easily turn them off whenever necessary to keep costs down. Ensure your model has an adjustable thermostat, a wide temperature range, an auto shut-off feature, or a timer if you want to keep operational costs from skyrocketing.

Safety Features

The safety of your loved ones is an essential consideration before buying a wall heater. UL listed models are tried and tested before their release into the market. They come with clear instructions to facilitate safety. Others are designed to automatically switch off in case of malfunctioning or when it detects abnormalities in the system such as exceptionally high temperatures.

Still, others have superior moisture resistance, cool-to-touch surfaces, and soft edges so kids and pets don’t inadvertently get tangled.

Convenience

A last yet paramount consideration is the ease of using the wall heater. High-end models have a slew of convenience features to take the time and hard work away from using a wall heater. Some models are considerably easy to install without the assistance of an extra pair of hands. Others are designed to complement or enhance the décor of your room, so they don’t either become the focal point or fade too much into the background.

Still, others have a remote control for the quick and effortless toggling of settings from a distance and others have a self-adjusting thermostat to maintain a pre-set temperature level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the mounting restrictions for a wall heater?

A: Installing a wall heater is a pretty straightforward endeavour. It’s highly recommended that the unit is installed at least 20 centimetres above the ground/floor and some 15 centimetres from the ceiling. Also, ensure there are no obstacles anywhere near it.

Q: How do I maintain my wall heater?

A: wall heaters have few moving parts and in light of their slim profiles and simple designs, maintaining them is a breeze. Regularly cleaning the elements to get rid of dust, dirt, and other debris every couple of months should do the trick.

Conclusion

There are manifold advantages to buying a wall heater. While its efficiency and performance can’t replace that of a central heating system, it comes with the advantages of affordability, ease of installation, portability, convenience, and durability.

They work smoothly, quickly, and efficiently, conveniently distributing warmth to where it’s most needed. This and other coming winters, keep your loved ones safe, cosy, warm, and comfortable with one of our 10 picks.