At the moment, outside the window – all is calm. The sun is shining and there’s a soft breeze moving through the trees and garden plants. The crickets are making their final appearance for the year, and the squirrels are, well…going gonzo on every hickory acorn that’s falling from the trees. This picture lends an overall sense of normalcy…that winter is approaching. Soon, the impending winds will start to blow, followed by ice and snow. The rooms in your house will turn frigid (except, maybe for the kitchen), and you’ll probably be coughing and wheezing through the house, wondering why your body feels like a pillow filled with a dozen possums wriggling about, not to assert their dominance, but to find a comfortable position in which to die. Wow, things turned bleak pretty fast!
Winter creeps in the same way, and before you know it, you’re smacking your forehead, wondering why you didn’t invest in an efficient indoor heater instead of forking out around $2,000 for your heating. In case you were wondering, that’s the average cost of heating a home during winter, and that’s no chum change either.
Why Invest in Indoor Heaters
If you’re still on the fence after reading that amazing intro, here’s a few reasons why investing in an indoor heater is worth it.
Drops the Energy Bills
Central heating provides a kind of zonal heating for your home. Once you’ve cranked up the heat during winter, the entire house gets toasty warm. But, this also means you’ll be spending more on your heating bills. On the other hand, using a portable heater means that you will only be heating the room you’re in. This makes more sense. After all, how many rooms can you be at the same time anyway? Even using multiple portable heaters in a home can be cheaper than heating the entire home. Using a portable indoor heater is an efficient way of keeping warm, while saving on your energy bills.
Keeps the Entire Family Happy
When you turn up the central heating system of your home, all the rooms in your house will be heated equally. This can make some members of the family uncomfortable. But, if there’s an indoor heater in every room in need of heating, the temperature can be set, so that everybody’s happy. Keeping that in mind, purchasing an indoor heater is the only way of keeping your family happy during those cold winter months.
Protect the Environment
So, you’ve turned up the central heating in your home, but you’re only using one room. All you’re doing is wasting energy, which in turn, is bad for the environment. This is one area many folks seem to be interested in these days, and that’s a good thing. We all should want to do our part to protect the environment. You can do that by opting for a portable indoor heater to heat your home this winter.
Light, Portable and Easy to Carry
Indoor heaters are light weight and easy to carry. Many indoor heater models also feature wheels so you can transport them from one room to the other. Its portability makes the indoor heater the perfect choice for people during winter, since you probably won’t be spending all of your time in just one room.
Get Warm in Minutes
Relying on your central heating to keep warm during winter means that you will probably spend some time being cold. That’s because it is impossible to know what time to set the timer on the central heating system. On the other hand, using a portable indoor heater means that you can be nice and warm as soon as you turn it on.
A Handy Tool to Get Through the Winter
Some people like to use their garage as a workshop. This can become difficult during the cold winter months. The garage is also the one place of your home where there will not be any central heating. Using an indoor heater for your garage means that you can stay warm and comfortable while you get things done.
Making the Switch from Watts to BTU
The market is a smorgasbord of indoor heaters, and you will find both electric and gas options available. This also means comparing the watts into their BTU equivalent. The following are some tips to figure out the BTU equivalent for electric model indoor heaters:
- Step 1:Find out the wattage rating of the heater, which is usually around 1,500 watts.
- Step 2:Now, multiply the number of watts by 3.41. The answer will be the amount of BTUs per hour. For an electric heater of 1,500 watts, its BTU will be 5,115. The gas-powered heaters normally are of 5,115 BTUs per hour.
Best Indoor Heaters
Baby, it’s cold inside. But, you won’t freeze your toes if you’ve got the right gizmos to keep you comfy and toasty warm this winter, such as these indoor heaters perhaps:
- Heater MHVFB30NGT(Blue Flame Natural Gas Heater)
- Lifesmart LS-1000X-6W-IN(Infrared Quartz Heater)
- Duraflame DFI-5010-01(Infrared Quartz Fireplace Stove)
- DeLonghi TRD40615T Dragon 4(Radiant Heater)
- DeLonghi HCX9115E(Slim Style Convector Heater)
Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN
Features:
- Infrared quartz heater
- Insulated exterior keeps the heater cool
- 3 energy saving settings including 500 watt ECO setting
- Dimensions: 13W x 16.25D x 17.5H in.
- Heats up to 1400 cubic feet with 5100 BTUs
- Produces natural, quiet, and efficient infrared heat
- Large remote control and raised buttons
- Features a washable lifetime filter
- 6 infrared quartz elements
- Quiet scroll motor fan
- Digital thermostat control
- 12-hour start and stop timer in 1 hour increments
- EZ glide casters
- Top-quality Quakers Town stain, all-wood cabinet
- ETL listed for safety
Six Infrared Quartz Elements
The Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN has a rating of 5,100 BTUs per hour, which makes them perfect for large rooms. The Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN is able to produce an incredible amount of heat, thanks to the six quartz elements housed in its body that warms up a lot quicker as compared to other indoor heater models.
Quiet Motor Distributes Heat Equally While Keeping the Noise Down
The downside of having a heater with a fan is the noise it makes. That’s not the case with the Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN. The manufacturers seem to have taken care of this problem area and have installed a motor that’s not only capable of distributing heat equally throughout a room, but also quietly as well.
3 Energy-SaverSettings
The Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN has been put together using the latest technologies. So, it is no wonder the indoor heater features three energy saving settings. When on the energy saving mode, or ECO mode, the heater will only be using a total of 500 watts, which is half of what an iron uses.
12-Hour Start/Stop Timer
The Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN has a start/stop timer built into it, so you don’t have to wait to get warm after you’ve entered a room. The indoor heater operates in one hour increments so it doesn’t have to remain on all day and send your energy bills through the roof.
Easy-to-Use Remote Control
With the Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN, you can control the temperature by using the control panel on the device or via a remote control. The large remote control allows you to set the temperature while you’re comfy and don’t feel like getting up.
Ultra-Stylish Wooden Cabinet
When you buy the Life smart LS-1000X-6W-IN, you’re not just getting a reliable indoor heater for your home. The heater comes along with a stylish wooden cabinet that can add to your home décor.
Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT
Features:
- Heats up to 750 sq. ft.
- 30,000 BTU per hour
- For use with Natural Gas
- Blue flame burner for evenly distributed convection heating
- Quiet integrated blower for gentle circulation of heated air
- Thermostat for automatic temperature control
- Automatic low oxygen shut-off system (ODS)
- Legs and wall mounting hardware
- Operating this heater at altitudes over 4,500 FT above sea level could cause pilot/ODS to shut down the heater
Can Heat a 750 Square Yard Room
The Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT is a gas-powered indoor heater that can heat up a room 750-square feet in size. With a BTU rating of 30,000, the MHVFB30NGT is able to produce just the right amount of heat to keep you comfy during winter, regardless of the room’s size.
Easy to Use
You’ll probably be freezing when you come in from outside. The Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT doesn’t make you wait to feel warm with its battery-powered electrical ignition. The electrical ignition makes sure you don’t have any problems getting this indoor heater started.
Automatic ODS
When designing indoor heaters, safety issues are something that manufacturers don’t pay attention to. That’s not the case with the Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT, which has an automatic lox-oxygen shut off system or ODS. This enables the indoor heater to detect when a living space is running low on oxygen, and then cuts off the gas to keep the occupants of the room safe while the indoor heater is on.
Can Work Despite Power Outages
With the amount of storms hitting the United States, there are bound to be more power outages than ever before during the cold months. This is where the Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT shines. Since you will not be needing an external power source to power the MHVFB30NGT, it will not make much of a difference when the power goes out in your area during those cold winter months. You’ll still be able to keep yourself and your family nice and warm during an outage. That being said, those living at altitudes higher than 4,500 feet above sea level should be cautious while using an indoor heater.
Accurate Thermostat for Equal Distribution of Heat Throughout a Room
While cheap indoor heaters have trouble spreading the heat throughout a room, the Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT on the other hand, is a premium quality product. This means that your room is going to be heated perfectly with the MHVFB30NGT, and the temperature will be tracked with its excellent thermostat to make sure you and your family feels comfortable.
Comes with a Sturdy Wall Mount an Installation Guide
Moving the Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT around is not going to be a challenge with its light weight design. This indoor heater only weighs 26.8 pounds and has four legs for added stability. You can also easily hang the MHVFB30NGT on the wall with the help of the sturdy wall bracket that comes along with the heater.
Silent Blower Reduces Noise
The Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT is a blue flame heater, but unlike other blue flame heaters where the hot air is released and floats quickly towards the ceiling, eventually making its way around a room, the Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT features an air blower that helps distribute the hot air a lot quicker around a living space. Another reason why the Mr. Heater MHVFB30NGT is a great option when it comes to indoor heaters is because it does not make much noise when its turned on. So, you won’t have to deal with the irritating sound that indoor heaters usually make.
DuraFlame DFI-5010-01
Features:
- Realistic flame effect with glowing log and ember be
- Infrared heat helps maintain the humidity levels within the air of a room
- 3D flame effect technology offers a layered flame effect to create a truly realistic fire experience
- 5 adjustable brightness settings
- 5,200 BTU heater provides supplemental zone heating for up to 1,000 sq. ft.
- Beveled glass, cool to the touch black metal body, picture window style with operational door
- Adjustable thermostat allows you to decide the temperature of your room
- Easy-to-assemble
- Requires no venting or gas lines
- Remote control with 2 AAA batteries included
Easily Heats a 1,000 Square Feet Room
The DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 has the power to heat up a room as large as 1,000 square feet, while still saving you money, thanks to its smart heating system the low energy consumption. The automatic indoor heater automatically switches off when a room has been heated and turns on once the temperature has dropped below a certain level. Since the fan of the indoor heater runs less, it assists savings in your monthly energy bills.
Patent Pending 3D Flame Effect Technology
The patent pending 3D flame effect technology that’s used exclusively by the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 is by far, its main selling point. The 3D technology is able to perfectly replicate a real fire and give it a realistic layered look. There are also five levels of brightness, so you can set the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 according to the ambiance you want to create.
Protection from Overheating
Hearing of overheated indoor heaters aren’t uncommon. This is also a main safety concern of those who want to leave the heater on while they’re sleeping. Not only is the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 been designed with top quality materials, it includes added protection from overheating so you can stay safe. Once the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 gets warm enough, it will automatically turn off, making it 100% safe to use.
Comes with a Remote Control
Sometimes, you’re just too comfy to get up and change the temperature of the indoor heater. That’s why the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 has included control buttons on the system and also a remote control, with easily visible buttons and a straight forward design, making it easy to use. Apart from that, the multi-function remote control allows the user to play around with almost all of the features of the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01 and tweak the settings to their liking.
Sturdy and Cool to the Touch Exterior
The quartz stove only weighs 28.6 pounds. But, one of the things you probably hear people using portable indoor heaters is to stay away from the device especially while it’s on. That’s because old model indoor heaters usually heat up soon after they are turned on. This does not happen with the DuraFlame DFI-5010-01. Although the DFI-5010-01 is a 1,500 watts heater, or 5,115 BTUs per hour, it’s exterior is cool to the touch thanks to its ergonomic design and smart build. This keeps the little ones safe from accidents.
DeLonghi HCX9115E
Features:
- 1500 Watts of power
- Freestanding or wall mounted use
- Unique two-fan system
- Digital controls
- Adjustable thermostat with LED display
- Safe Heat – Tip over alarm and Buzzer
- ECO function saves energy by automatically adjusting heat and power settings for optimum performance
Unique Two-Fan System Design
This slim style convector heater features a two-fan system design that can reach up to 1,500 watts of power and pump out heat to warm large rooms. The two-fan system that has been integrated into the DeLonghi HCX9115E means that it can heat up rooms twice as fast as compared to other indoor heaters.
Automatic Switch-Off Feature for Added Safety
In terms of safety the DeLonghi HCX9115E always comes out on top for its price point. The tip-over protection feature is the main safety feature of the HCX9115E, but that’s not all this indoor heater has to offer. The heater can automatically switch off once the temperature reaches a certain degree. This feature helps the heater from overheating, and adds an extra layer of safety for the people inside. The heater has been programmed to turn on once thetemperature drops to a specific degree.
Eco Function Saves Energy
The DeLonghi HCX9115E features three different heating options that you can choose from. There is also an extra ECO mode in the HCX9115E which helps save energy, and possibly shave money off of your monthly energy bill. There is also an anti-freeze feature which is a nice addition to a heater. This keeps the pipes from freezing due to extreme cold.
Soft Touch LED Control Panel
The DeLonghi HCX9115E can be controlled with a soft touch LED control panel, where all the options are displayed in bright numbers, and easy to press buttons makes it easy to control and set the temperature, or program the automatic timer.
Light Weight, Ergonomic Design
The DeLonghi HCX9115E is a nicely designed indoor heater. The ergonomic design and light weight (the DeLonghi HCX9115E only weighs 15.2 pounds) makes it easy to carry from one room to the other. It is also easy to store away once winter is over and you don’t need the indoor heater any more.
DeLonghi TRD40615T Dragon 4
Features:
- 1500 watts of heating power and silent operation
- High quality, patented steel assembly – permanently sealed oil reservoir – never needs refilling
- Up to 40% more heat surface for faster heat up
- Patented thermal chimneys engineered to maximize heat flow yet maintain a low surface temperature
- 24-hour on/off timer
- Adjustable thermostat and three heat settings allows you to customize your heating needs
- Safe Heat features: thermal cutoff, anti-freeze setting to help prevent freezing pipes
- Patented smart-snap wheels snap into place perfectly no assembly required
- Weighs 24 pounds and measures in at 16 x 6.5 x 25 inches
Ideal for Rooms 144 Square Feet in Size
The DeLonghi TRD40615T Dragon 4 is great for medium to large rooms that need constant heat in the colder seasons. The TRD40615T Dragon 4 uses an oil-filled radiator for a convective and radiant heat, and can create up to 25% more heat as compared to its predecessor. The patented thermal chimneys maximize heat flow throughout the room.
Thermal Cutoff Prevents Overheating
Overheating is a common problem with indoor heaters. This can cause potential damage to the heater and can also be hazardous to your health. The TRD40615T Dragon 4 does away with the possibilities of overheating with its automatic thermal cutoff that prevents any overheating from taking place. Once the TRD40615T Dragon 4 reaches a certain temperature, it is programmed to shut off automatically, and only turns on again when the temperature indicator drops to a certain level (42 degrees Fahrenheit, to be exact!).
Silent Operation Makes it Easy to Rest While the Heater is On
One of the problems of portable indoor heaters is that of noise. Heaters are known to make noise that disturbs the occupants of a room. With the latest technology that’s integrated with the TRD40615T Dragon 4, it frees the user from this problem. Since the heater does not have any moving parts such as fans, it does not make any noise.
Sturdy Body Design That’s Built to Last
The TRD40615T Dragon 4 has been built to last with its tough metal exterior and robust parts and components. The thermal chimneys are made from tough metal, which is why the oil will never seep out. This indoor heater also features patented smart-snap wheels snap into place perfectly, so once you set it down, you can be sure that it will not be going anywhere.
