10 best ceiling heaters

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Many property owners in our country use ceiling heaters to heat their apartments or houses. These devices are in demand in the commercial and manufacturing sectors. Visitors to small shops or auto repair shops do not even notice these heat sources in the room. The most popular type of ceiling heater is infrared. They do not burn oxygen in the air, heat the room evenly, and have high efficiency (about 90%). IR devices can be used both in rooms and in gazebos, on terraces or playgrounds. There is a wide range of ceiling heaters on the domestic market. When choosing, you should heed the recommendations of our experts.

Recommendations for choosing a ceiling heater

Types of IR heaters.

1. Infrared heaters can use different types of energy to convert it into heat.
2. Electrical appliances are the most common models today. They use electricity efficiently, with some models exceeding 90% efficiency. The important advantages of electric heaters are ease of control and safety of operation.
3. Gas appliances are used to heat spacious rooms. These can be workshops, warehouses or summer cottages. The advantage of these models will be independence from mains energy. For the installation of heaters, you should use the services of professionals to ensure maximum operational safety.

Power. One of the most important parameters when choosing a heater is power. The maximum area of ​​the room that can be heated depends on this characteristic. The higher the power, the faster the air heats up to the set temperature. Experts advise sticking to a simple formula: for heating 1 sq. m area requires 100 watts of energy. For example, for a room with an area of ​​10 sq. m, a 1 kW heater will suffice.

The purpose of the heater. When choosing a device, you should take into account the presence of other heat sources in the room.

1. If in a room with an area of ​​20 sq. m there is central heating, and the heater is purchased in addition, the heating element has enough power up to 1.5 kW.
2. To heat an unheated room over 20 sq. m and with a ceiling height of more than 3 m (garages, production workshops), a device with a capacity of 3 kW or more is required.

Device control type. Modern heaters are controlled in two ways.

1. Mechanical control is available in low cost models. The mechanism consists of several rotary switches, with their help power and temperature are regulated. The mechanical thermostat ensures the setting accuracy up to 5 ° C.
2. More expensive models are equipped with electronic control. Here the adjustment is done by pressing the buttons. Electronic control allows you to program the operation of the device, select automatic modes. In some models, digital displays are installed, which show all information about the operation of the device. The electronic unit usually implies the presence of several automatic programs. The accuracy of maintaining the temperature reaches 0.5 ° C.

Equipment. When choosing a ceiling heater, you should pay attention to the equipment.

1. Not all devices in the set have a power cord, which will be an unpleasant surprise when connected.
2. Some models have a wall mount, which expands the scope.
3. Some manufacturers forget to put instructions for use in a box with a heater, which may cause difficulties in the process of connection or operation.

We have selected the 10 best ceiling heaters for our review. You can buy these devices in stores in our country. When allocating seats, the experts of the magazine were based on the opinion of the expert community, taking into account the feedback from consumers.

Rating of the best ceiling heaters

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best infrared ceiling heaters	1	Peony PRO40	RUB 9 850
	2	Almac IK11	RUB 3,790
	3	Hyundai H-HC2-30-UI692	RUB 4,730
	4	Timberk TCH A5 1500	RUB 3,034
	5	Peony Thermo Glass P-10	RUB 7,250
	6	Ballu BIH-AP4-1.0	RUB 2,928
	7	Almac IK8	RUB 3,290
	8	Timberk TCH A3 1000	RUB 1,790
	9	RESANTA ICO-800	RUB 2 200
	10	IkoLine IKO-08	RUB 3 059

The rating is based on the results of product analysis by the service https://rankquality.com/.

The best infrared ceiling heaters

High demand in Russia is observed for infrared ceiling heaters. They are compact, affordable, easy to install and operate. Experts have identified several effective devices.

Peony PRO40

Rating: 4.9

The Pion PRO40 ceiling heater is able to solve the most difficult problems related to heating. The power of this infrared device is 4 kW, which allows you to heat an 80 sq. m. The maximum installation height of the model reaches 5 m. The device is powered by a three-phase network (380 V), which indicates an industrial purpose. Experts note the high quality of the heater and unpretentiousness, so the manufacturer gives a 3-year warranty for its product. And the declared service life is 25 years. The model wins our review.

Domestic users praise the Pion PRO40 heater for its high heating rate, high power, and ease of installation. Disadvantages include poor equipment and modest functionality.

Advantages

• high power;
• good quality;
• durability;
• simple installation.

disadvantages

• modest equipment and lack of modern options.

Almac IK11

Rating: 4.8

The domestic heater Almac IK11 looks very balanced. The device is notable for its affordable price, economical power consumption (1 kW), ease of installation. Experts appreciated the environmental friendliness of the device, it does not burn out oxygen, evenly heats up a room up to 20 square meters. m. The model is recommended for heating living quarters, as well as for local heating of gazebos or terraces. For quick warming of rooms, light weight (3.3 kg) and compact size, the infrared heater takes the second place in our review.

The reviews say a lot of flattering words about the 5-year warranty, beautiful aluminum housing and easy installation. Of the shortcomings, there is a lack of wires in the kit, there are complaints about the quality of the paintwork.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• economical power consumption;
• environmental friendliness;
• 5-year warranty.

disadvantages

• incomplete complete set.

Hyundai H-HC2-30-UI692

Rating: 4.7

Versatile mounting is an important asset of the Korean heater Hyundai H-HC2-30-UI692 in the fight against competitors. The device is equipped with both ceiling and wall mountings. The model has a power of 3 kW, which is enough to heat a room up to 30 sq. m. However, the device can only be connected to a three-phase power supply. Experts note low convection, which reduces the concentration of dust in the air. Affordable price combined with quiet operation allowed the heater to get bronze in our review.

Russian users have had time to test the device in different conditions. The model has proven itself in garages and workshops due to its fast heating and no burnt odor. Users are only dissatisfied with the three-phase connection.

Advantages

• versatility of installation;
• fresh air;
• fast warming up of the room;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• three-phase connection;
• heavy weight (8 kg).

Timberk TCH A5 1500

Rating: 4.6

To create a cozy microclimate in a room up to 16 sq. m suitable infrared heater Timberk TCH A5 1500. The model is connected to a household power supply, the maximum power is 1.5 kW. The Swedish-Chinese device is equipped with a thermostat, thanks to which the set temperature is automatically maintained. The manufacturer has provided for the possibility of combining two heaters to increase performance. The screen has a high reflection coefficient, which allows economical consumption of electricity.

The model stopped one step away from the top three due to criticism from users. They report cracking sounds during heating. Therefore, it is not recommended to use the device in the bedroom. But the lack of smell can be included in the asset of the model.

Advantages

• fast heating;
• affordable price;
• profitability;
• ease of installation.

disadvantages

• cracks when heated.

Peony Thermo Glass P-10

Rating: 4.5

Heater Peony Thermo Glass P-10 exceeded the expectations of experts. Despite the low power (1 kW), it copes with heating a room with an area of ​​20 sq. m. The high efficiency of converting electric current into thermal energy is explained by the combination of a transparent moisture-proof housing, tempered glass and anodized silver coating. The advantage of the model is the presence of electronic control, which allows programming the operation of the device. Considering the modern equipment, the cost of the device no longer seems too high.

Users noticed that the ceiling is very hot. Plastic can melt and paint fade. But the design of the heater and ease of use are liked by most consumers.

Advantages

• beautiful appearance;
• electronic control;
• high heating efficiency;
• durability.

disadvantages

• the ceiling is very hot.

Ballu BIH-AP4-1.0

Rating: 4.4

A distinctive feature of the Ballu BIH-AP4-1.0 infrared heater is a rotary body. It is made from durable steel sheet, corrosion protection is provided by an innovative white heat-resistant paint. The manufacturer has provided for the possibility of wall mounting, which expands the scope of application. The range of heights at which the heater should be mounted is from 2.4 to 3.5 m. Experts have appreciated the lightness (3.2 kg) of the model, the economy (1 kW). With the help of the device, it is possible to establish heating in a room up to 12 sq. m. The device falls into the TOP-6 of our review.

In reviews, users praise the Dutch heater for its compactness and uniform heat distribution. The disadvantages include the lack of a wire and slow heating.

Advantages

• compactness and lightness;
• swivel body;
• profitability;
• uniform heating.

disadvantages

• no wires;
• slow heating.

Almac IK8

Rating: 4.3

The Russian heater Almac IK8 is perfect for the role of an additional heat source. This compact and lightweight (2.3 kg) device consumes only 0.8 kW, while the floor space can be up to 16 square meters. m. For the manufacture of the case, the manufacturer used aluminum, protected from corrosion by a white paintwork. The thermostat is available as an option. The kit includes fasteners for fixing the heater to the ceiling. The device can be used both for heating apartments and for heating country houses.

According to users, the strong points of the model are its stealth and ease of use. The disadvantages include the appearance of a small carbon deposit on the body during prolonged use. Consumers are not satisfied with large gaps.

Advantages

• profitability;
• compactness and lightness;
• easy installation;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• large gaps;
• carbon deposits appear on the body.

Timberk TCH A3 1000

Rating: 4.2

The most attractive price is the infrared heater Timberk TCH A3 1000. The Swedish brand managed to create a lightweight (2 kg) and compact device that consumes 1 kW of electricity. The maximum installation height is limited to 2.5 m; the heater can also be wall-mounted. Experts noted the rapid heating of the room, ease of use. The model is located in the eighth position, because there is no power cord included.

Domestic consumers praise the Swedish-Chinese heater for an affordable price, heating efficiency, and low weight. As for the weak points of the device, users are unhappy with the lack of an electrical cable and instructions for use.

Advantages

• low price;
• lightness and compactness;
• wall mounting;
• high heating rate.

disadvantages

• no power cord;
• there is no instruction manual.

RESANTA ICO-800

Rating: 4.1

The ceiling heater RESANTA IKO-800 is intended for operation in dry rooms. The infrared device is designed for installation in the height range of 2.5-3.5 m. The experts liked the thermally insulated steel body and the aluminum radiant panel. Tubular heating elements generate heat energy. The device does not burn oxygen, consuming energy sparingly (0.8 kW). The kit includes everything you need for installation and operation (fasteners, chains for hanging, instruction manual).

The ninth place in the survey is due to a number of reasons. Users note low heating, no operation indicator, unpleasant smell during the first hours of operation. To the pluses, consumers include a beautiful appearance, high-quality assembly and reliable packaging.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• profitability;
• full set;
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• weak heating;
• no heating indicator.

IkoLine IKO-08

Rating: 4.0

Since 2012 the infrared heater IkoLine IKO-08 has been produced. For a long time, the model has held a leading position in the Russian market. Experts explain the popularity of the device by its efficiency (0.8 kW), lightness (2.9 kg), compactness and ease of use. The device is suitable for raising the air temperature in small rooms (up to 8 square meters) or for heating local areas. The cost of the model remains attractive to potential buyers. The heater rounds out the top ten of our review.

Users in the reviews write a lot of flattering words about the affordable price, good quality and economical power consumption. The disadvantages of the heater are considered to crackle when heated, a modest design and not the best ergonomics.

Advantages

• acceptable price;
• light weight;
• profitability;
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• a crackling sound is heard when heated;
• humble design.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.