15 best heaters for summer cottages

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.

With the onset of the cold autumn-winter season, the problem of choosing heaters for a summer house or a country house becomes especially acute. Most often, such housing is not connected to centralized utilities such as a gas pipeline or a hot water supply system, so it is simply impossible to be in it outside the window at freezing temperatures.

To help make suburban housing comfortable in winter, we have compiled a rating of the 15 best heaters for summer cottages.

How to choose a heater

When choosing a heater, it is enough to pay attention to two parameters – device type and power.

There are five types of heaters that can be used in the country or in a country house:

1. Oil radiators are structurally similar to conventional ones, only circulating oil is used as a heat carrier, as the name implies. They are distinguished by good efficiency, mobility, quiet operation and optimal energy consumption. Electricity is consumed to heat the oil only after switching on, and then the device simply maintains the temperature.
2. Electric convectors are also similar to conventional radiators, only they use current for heating. Air flows naturally through them. The main advantage of such convectors is the ability to accurately adjust the temperature.
3. Infrared emitters are similar in principle to the sun – they heat not the air, but directly objects in the room. This keeps floors and walls cool. True, the air turns out to be slightly colder than objects in the room, as a result of which the use of such heaters will require habit.
4. Thermal fans are powerful heaters that provide artificial convection of hot air. As a result, they quickly raise the room temperature. However, such heaters put a heavy load on the power supply network and make quite a loud noise during operation.
5. Gas convectors are similar to electric ones, but they use a flame from the combustion of propane for heating. They work quickly and efficiently, and most importantly, they can be used in houses that are not connected to the mains. But such convectors are undesirable to use indoors.

Thus, the choice of a heater directly depends on the user's needs. If you need to heat a very cold room or quickly warm it up, then a heat fan or gas convector will do. In small rooms, it will be enough to place oil radiators. But for houses with permanent residence, where it is required to maintain a comfortable temperature, electric convectors and infrared emitters are intended.

The efficiency of space heating depends on the power of the heater. For different types of devices, this parameter differs, however, on average, the following dependence is established – every 1000 W (1 kW) can heat up to 10-15 square meters of a room.

That is, for a room with an area of ​​12 m2, a 1 kW heater is enough, and for a room of 34 m2, it is already advisable to take a 3 kW device.

Which heater is better – oil, infrared or convector type?

It is difficult to compare these heaters due to their different operating principle. However, some general performance characteristics can be highlighted:

Parameter	Oil radiators	Infrared emitters	Convectors
Noise level	Slight crackling after turning on	Not	Usually no
Fire safety	Subject to operating conditions – high	Safe	Electric – high, gas – above average, require compliance with safety rules
Possibility of accurate temperature setting	Not	Average	Electric – high
Impact on air quality	Decrease the amount of oxygen, increase dryness. The room needs a check	Not	Electric ones do not; in gas – reduce the amount of oxygen, increase dryness
Household electrical load	Above average	Average	Above average

Thus, each of the heaters has its own advantages and disadvantages. Choose the right one carefully and carefully.

We have compiled a rating of the best heaters of all types, making it easy to find the right one.

Rating of the best heaters for summer cottages

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best oil radiators for summer cottages	1	Timberk TOR 51.2211 BTX	RUB 4,250
	2	Electrolux EOH / M-9157	RUB 3,438
	3	Unit UOR-993	RUB 5 607
	4	Ballu BOH / TB-07FH	RUB 2,990
The best electric convectors for summer cottages	1	Noirot Spot E-3 Plus 1500	RUB 8,110
	2	Ballu BEC / EZER-1500	RUB 3,129
	3	Electrolux ECH / B-2000 E	RUB 6,200
The best infrared emitters for summer cottages	1	Wester IH-2000	RUB 4,599
	2	Ballu BIHP / R-100	RUB 3,770
	3	Timberk TCH A5 1500	RUB 3,700
	4	Polaris PKSH 0508H	2 350 rub.
The best thermal fans for summer cottages	1	Dyson AM09 Fan Heater	RUB 19,990
	2	Timberk TFH F20VVE	RUB 2,998
	3	Timberk TFH T15XCZ	RUB 1,400
The best gas convector for summer cottages	1	Hosseven HDU-5	RUB 14,500

The best oil radiators for summer cottages

Timberk TOR 51.2211 BTX

Rating: 4.9

Why it is: Powerful oil cooler with integrated air humidifier.

This radiator is devoid of the main problem of such devices – it does not dry the air. Thanks to the built-in humidifier, the atmosphere in the room remains pleasant and comfortable. In addition, this radiator can work in the so-called 'fireplace mode' – that is, it first heats up the air in the room, and then just maintains the temperature without heating it.

The radiator has a power of 2200 W, so the nominal area heated by it is 26 square meters. The heater supports mechanical temperature control. The control knobs are made of a special material that does not get hot during use.

The design of the radiator includes 11 sections and casters for easy transportation. In addition, it features a cord compartment and heat-resistant handle, which also make it easier to roll the device around the house.

Advantages

• Built-in air humidifier;
• High power;
• 'Fireplace mode'.

disadvantages

• Comparatively slow heating of the room;
• Small capacity of the humidifier;
• Frequent refilling of the humidifier is required.

Electrolux EOH / M-9157

Rating: 4.8

Why it is: Attractive design and many protective features.

Perhaps one of the most beautiful radiators in the ranking. The attractive design makes the device look very nice and can decorate the room. But at the same time, functionality is not sacrificed to style – the radiator power is 1500 W, and therefore it is able to heat a room up to 20 square meters (nominally).

In addition, the radiator is equipped with a variety of protective systems. For example, it automatically shuts off in case of rollover or overheating. This greatly improves the safety of use.

The design of the radiator includes 7 fins, which are made in a curved shape for improved air convection. For control, mechanical handles made of non-heating material are used. In addition, the heatsink is equipped with a power-on LED. There are casters, a handle and a cord compartment for easy transport and storage.

Advantages

• Attractive design;
• Heats up quickly;
• Reliable thermostat.

disadvantages

• Short cable;
• Small compartment for storing the cable;
• No frost protection.

Unit UOR-993

Rating: 4.8

Why it is: Electronic control, including remote control.

This radiator is equipped with an electronic control system, thanks to which it has expanded functionality. Thus, it supports a delayed start (start timer), high-precision temperature control up to several degrees and an operation timer up to 24 hours. But its main advantage is automatic temperature control.

Thus, the radiator independently determines the temperature in the room and, when a comfortable level is reached, switches to the 'fireplace mode'. If suddenly the room gets colder, the heater increases its power again.

The radiator power is 2000 W, so it will be enough to heat a room with an area of ​​20-25 square meters. The heater is equipped with 8 sections, electronic control buttons and supports an automatic safety shutdown in case of overheating.

Advantages

• Work and start timers;
• Detailed temperature setting;
• Automatic power control.

disadvantages

• Very heavy (compensated by the presence of wheels);
• Heats up rather slowly;
• Very bright LED display, may interfere at night.

Ballu BOH / TB-07FH

Rating: 4.7

Why it is: Low cost while maintaining optimal functionality and reliability.

This is one of the cheapest radiators in its rating segment. But at the same time, it is inferior to previous devices only in power. The device has 1500 W, which is enough to heat a room with an area of ​​up to 20 square meters.

The radiator is equipped with a built-in fan, which improves air convection – and therefore heats up the room faster when first turned on. Mechanical handles are used for control; the heater supports several operating modes that differ in temperature.

The design of the heater includes 7 sections. It is also equipped with a protective system that automatically shuts off the device in case of overheating. For ease of transportation, the design of the radiator includes a handle made of non-heating material, wheels and a compartment for storing the cord.

Advantages

• Built-in fan to speed up convection;
• Stable construction;
• A good combination of price and performance.

disadvantages

• Housing clicks when heated;
• Noticeable fan noise;
• No frost protection.

The best electric convectors for summer cottages

Noirot Spot E-3 Plus 1500

Rating: 4.9

Why it is: Maximum ease of use and high productivity.

This electric convector is specially designed to make it easy to use. After setting a comfortable temperature, you can simply forget about it. Built-in day and night modes help you automatically adjust the power of your device at the touch of a button.

The convector is wall-mounted, but it can also be installed on the floor thanks to its stable, wide-spaced castors. The heater body is protected from moisture penetration. A mechanical handle is used to adjust the temperature.

The convector's power is 1500 W, which is enough to heat a room up to 20 square meters. There is a built-in mechanism for automatic shutdown in case of overheating to protect against fire.

Advantages

• Heats the room quickly and efficiently;
• Supports automatic control;
• Completely silent.

disadvantages

• Strong heating of the top during use;
• Poor attachment of the wheels to the body;
• Wheels are sold separately.

Ballu BEC / EZER-1500

Rating: 4.8

Why it is: Built-in air ionizer and many protective systems.

This is one of the safest electric convectors in the ranking. In addition to the waterproof case, it is equipped with automatic shutdown systems in case of rollover and overheating, as well as a button lock for protection from children. Thus, it can be used even in homes with a small child.

In addition, the convector is equipped with a convenient electronic control system with a detailed temperature setting. The 24 hour off timer makes the heater suitable for heating non-long-term rooms such as offices or warehouses.

The convector has a power of 1500 W, making it suitable for heating rooms up to 20 square meters. Can be operated at half the intensity to maintain temperature and reduce wiring stress. Suitable for both wall and floor mounting.

Advantages

• Many protection systems;
• Rapid heating of the room;
• Attractive design.

disadvantages

• Short cable;
• Very bright LED display;
• There are false positives of overheating protection.

Electrolux ECH / B-2000 E

Rating: 4.7

Why it is: Attractive, modern design and powerful performance.

This heater is best suited for installation in summer cottages or short-term country houses. Thanks to protection from frost, it remains operational, even if the owners are already in a warm apartment. But its main advantage is its attractive design.

This convector, unlike the others in the rating, is made in a strict black color, which makes it look more like a decoration of the room than a utilitarian device. At the same time, it is powerful – 2000 W is enough to heat an area of ​​25 square meters. The convector is equipped with an electronic control system with which you can set the desired temperature with an accuracy of several degrees.

Other protective systems include a watertight housing and an automatic overtemperature shutdown. The heater also supports wall and floor placement thanks to the appropriate mounts and casters.

Advantages

• Electronic control with timer and thermostat;
• Attractive design;
• Many protection systems.

disadvantages

• Sometimes loud clicks of the thermal relay;
• Very bright LED display;
• Heating element clicks on cooling.

The best infrared emitters for summer cottages

Wester IH-2000

Rating: 4.9

Why it is: High power and fast heating.

Thanks to its high power of 2000 W, this infrared emitter is able to quickly and efficiently heat up even a fairly large room – up to 20 square meters. According to user reviews, the device copes with an increase in temperature in such a room to quite comfortable in just 20 minutes.

Like other infrared emitters, this one is completely silent. It is also carried out in a housing protected from moisture penetration, so that it can be installed in premises such as a garage or a summer cottage-'temporary'.

The emitter is designed for ceiling mounting. The heater is less than 1.5 meters long, so it can be installed even in small aisles or narrow rooms.

Advantages

• Very fast heating of the room;
• Simple installation;
• Complete noiseless operation.

disadvantages

• There is no automatic or intelligent control.

Ballu BIHP / R-100

Rating: 4.8

Why it is: A combination of convection and infrared technology.

This heater is designed to quickly raise the room temperature. It combines electric convection technology with infrared radiation, resulting in high performance. But its main advantage is the effect of a 'warm floor' when placed on the floor.

The power of the heater is 1000 W, thanks to which it is able to heat a room up to 15 square meters. Infrared emitters are located on the front panel and one of them is directed at a slight angle downward. Thanks to this, the device heats up not only the air and surfaces, but also the floor itself.

A mechanical switch is used for control. There is a built-in thermostat. The heater is equipped with an overheating protection system and an automatic restart in the event of a power outage.

Advantages

• High efficiency;
• Floor heating;
• Safe to use.

disadvantages

• Technological grease burns out for a long time;
• One of the lowest capacities in the rating;
• There is no timer.

Timberk TCH A5 1500

Rating: 4.7

Why it: Supports self-expanding functionality.

It's not just an infrared heater. It can be used to create a complete heating system. First, you can connect another one of the same to it and provide a group of 3000 W devices. Secondly, it can communicate with a room thermostat to create a perfectly comfortable room temperature. Finally, it is compatible with branded remote control units.

Thus, a complete heating complex can be created on the basis of this radiator. But even alone he is quite good. The heater has a power of 1500 W and is capable of raising the temperature to a comfortable indoor area of ​​up to 16 square meters.

The length of the heater is just over 1.5 meters. Ceiling mount is implied. There is an automatic protective shutdown system in case of voltage surges.

Advantages

• Supports integration into a heating system;
• High efficiency;
• Waterproof housing.

disadvantages

• Crackling when cooling;
• It is advisable to install on high ceilings;
• All additional accessories (thermostat, remote control unit) are purchased separately.

Polaris PKSH 0508H

Rating: 4.6

Why it is: Low price, reliable carbon emitter, high mobility.

The main advantage of this heater is the highest mobility. It doesn't need to be placed somewhere in the same room. Due to its low weight, it can be taken with you to the veranda, and then taken from there to the house. At the same time, it is quite powerful – 800 W, which, according to the manufacturer, will be enough for 20 square meters thanks to the carbon emitter.

The carbon fiber radiator provides pleasant, non-irritating and non-scalding warmth. In addition, it consumes a minimum of energy and glows with a soft yellow light during operation. The heater itself is equipped with a rollover protection system and an operation timer for 3 hours.

The heater is not equipped with a thermostat, therefore it does not have an automatic shutdown. It is advisable to use a timer.

Advantages

• Pleasant warmth, quick heating of the room;
• Compact size, mobility;
• Built-in timer.

disadvantages

• The actual heating area is less than the nominal;
• No thermostat;
• No water resistance.

The best thermal fans for summer cottages

Dyson AM09 Fan Heater

Rating: 4.9

Why it is: Attractive design, bladeless design, high power.

This is the only bladeless thermal fan in the rating. Therefore, it looks very futuristic. But at the same time, the performance of the device is at an excellent level – it is 2000 W, thanks to which the fan is able to heat up to 20 square meters.

Like all Dyson home appliances, this unit takes fan function to a whole new level. 10 speed modes, remote control, tilt, turn, the ability to adjust the width of the heat flow – all this allows you to adjust the heater so that it brings maximum comfort.

The fan is equipped with a remote control and an electronic control system, through which you can accurately set all the desired operating parameters. Also, the heater has a timer and a protective system that turns it off when it rolls over. The noise level is relatively low for its class and at maximum load it is only 64 dB.

Advantages

• High performance;
• Unique design and construction;
• Full control with a remote control.

disadvantages

• Expensive in comparison with other models.

Timberk TFH F20VVE

Rating: 4.8

Why it is: Safe, low noise model.

This fan heater is made in a special case that protects against accidental contact with a heating element or diffuser. Thanks to this design, it is even suitable for installation in children's rooms! A ceramic heating element with a power of 2000 W will quickly warm up a room up to 20 square meters.

Another safety-enhancing feature is the thermostat. This functional element automatically switches off the fan if there is a risk of overheating. The heater is equipped with a digital control system and supports remote control from the remote control. Among its functions are temperature settings with a fairly small step and a timer for working with a limit of 7.5 hours. The set parameters are displayed on the liquid crystal display.

Advantages

• Powerful and reliable heating element;
• Remote control support;
• Rotation mode.

disadvantages

• Sensitive thermostat;
• There is not even a minimum moisture protection;
• Only one fan operating mode.

Timberk TFH T15XCZ

Rating: 4.7

Why it is: Attractive design, high power, optimal price.

This fan heater has a unique design that makes it completely different from a heating device – more like a 'hipster' audio speaker. But this is just a virtue. The heater will perfectly fit into both classic and modern interiors.

In addition, the heater is distinguished by its high – for its compact dimensions – power. It is 1500 W, thanks to which the heater is able to increase the temperature in a room with an area of ​​up to 20 square meters. The fan heater is controlled by a mechanical handle located on one of the side walls. The heating element is made of ceramic, which is durable. There are two modes of operation that differ in power.

The device is also capable of operating as a conventional fan, without heating the room. There is an automatic roll-over shutdown function and a frost protection system.

Advantages

• Attractive design;
• Fan operation;
• Long lasting heaters.

disadvantages

• Relatively high noise level;
• No timer;
• Short cable.

The best gas convector for summer cottages

Hosseven HDU-5

Rating: 4.9

Why him: Very high power.

With a power of 4500 W this gas converter will cope with heating even a very large room. And the absence of a coolant significantly increases the efficiency of the heater – it is about 95%. The converter can be used even in houses not connected to the centralized gas network, since it is able to be 'powered' from LPG cylinders.

The converter is equipped with a temperature controller and an electronic ignition system powered by a replaceable battery. Thanks to the gas outlet – which, incidentally, is included in the delivery – the device does not increase the amount of carbon monoxide in the room.

Some components for the converter are manufactured by the Italian company Sit, which guarantees the highest reliability and safety of work.

Advantages

• Convenient to work and use;
• Highest rated power;
• Rich delivery set.

disadvantages

• It is impossible to connect to the heat carrier system;
• Heavy, requires placement on a very secure wall.

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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.