8 Best Conservatory Heaters [Buyers Guide]
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A conservatory should be enjoyed all year-round, but naturally this can be difficult during the colder seasons. This is why you need to invest in a conservatory heater! It can be difficult to get a central heating system installed in your house, particularly if you have an older conservatory that isn’t as energy efficient as its modern day counterparts. The same goes for DIY conservatories, as unless you install underfloor heating in the initial process – you’ll need a standalone heater to keep it warm in the colder months. It can be difficult to know where to start, especially in a smaller space where extra furniture can take up vital room. Overall, a conservatory heater is an essential so you can enjoy your conservatory all year round.
There are clearly several great conservatory heaters on the market. Choosing the correct one can often be difficult, as you have to take into account a number of factors aside from your budget. For example, are you going to opt for an electric, gas or even tubular heater? Furthermore, you also need to consider your available budget, the power output and if it will heat up your size of conservatory; as well as considering how easy they are to use and whether they have safety features to prevent accidents, injuries and damage to your property.
In this buyer guide, we review 8 of the best conservatory heaters available right now, taking into account their overall design, suitability and efficiency. We’ve also included a summary with a buyer considerations section taking into account things like the type of heater you’re wanting, its size, power and style which will all affect which heater you purchase in the end. If you’re still wanting more, we’ve included an FAQ section filled with questions commonly asked by customers at the end of this guide.
Pro Breeze Oil Filled Radiator
First, we have a very affordable oil filled radiator from Pro-Breeze. This comes with three adjustable heating output settings, 2500-watts, 1500-watts and 1000-watts so you can adjust the heating level to your own personal preference. It features an attractive 11 heating fins and is capable of heating rooms to the required temperature in minutes.
It benefits from safety features such as the tip-over automatic switch off and protection against overheating, so your conservatory, you and your family will always be safe. The 24-hour timer is a nice touch, allowing you to select the times when you need the heater on and when you don’t. There are wheels fitted to the base to make it easy to move from one room or area to another.
It comes pre-assembled and features a 1.5-metre power lead, which is more than enough for most conservatories and a clever little cable tidy.
Key Features:
11 heating fins
24 hour timer
3 adjustable heating settings
Specification:
Brand
Pro Breeze
Weight
11.2 Kg
Dimensions
50 x 24 x 62 cm
Power
2500 watts
Pros
Good for larger rooms
Overheat protection
Heats quickly
Cons
Wheel assembly can be tricky
Pro Breeze Mini Ceramic Fan Heater
Next in our list is another, though slightly smaller this time, heater from Pro Breeze. The notable thing about the Pro Breeze Mini Ceramic Fan Heater is the ceramic technology used in its design helps it to be more efficient and faster-operating than normal heaters. It offers two power settings, low and high, that provides 1200-watts and 2000-watts of power respectively.
For larger and wider conservatories, the 60-degrees auto-oscillation mode is great for ensuring you are always comfortable. You can, therefore, adjust the level of heat it provides by adjusting the power setting or using the onboard and easily adjusted thermostat.
To say this is lightweight and company is an understatement and while it does not feature wheels like the model above, it does have a carry handle that makes it easy to lift and move. Just as the Pro Breeze above though, it benefits from both the tip-over switch-off and overheat protection.
Key Features:
Ceramic Technology heats faster & more efficiently
2 power settings
Portable heater
Adjustable thermostat
Specification:
Brand
Pro Breeze
Weight
1.75 Kg
Dimensions
18.5 x 15.5 x 26 cm
Power
2000 watts
Pros
Heats smaller spaces quickly
60 degree oscillation ideal to spread heat
Flexible heating control
Lightweight and portable
Cons
Only ideal for smaller spaces
NETTA Oil Filled Electric Heater
We have another accordion-like oil-filled radiator with 11 fins, this time designed and manufactured by NETTA. The NETTA Oil Filled Electric 2500-watt Heater has an adjustable thermostat and two power options, low and high. While low provides 1250-watts, high produces a luxuriously high 2500-watts. This means, despite its small and light design, it’s ideal for heating medium to larger sized conservatories.
We love that it’s easy to get the setting you require. With a 24-hour timer, you can set it to turn off and on when you are going to be using the conservatory most.
The cable tidy is a practical, neat and aesthetically pleasing solution to avoiding the inevitable tripping up over the 1.5-metres of cabling. While the wheels make it easy to transport from room to room. Even the older and more infirm will have not have very much trouble pushing it to the side when you need to hoover and clean around it.
Key Features:
11 heating fins
Adjustable thermostat
24 hour timer
Specification:
Brand
NETTA
Weight
11.3 Kg
Dimensions
61 x 55 x 15 cm
Power
2500 watts
Pros
Heats larger rooms well
Flexible heating system helps save on energy bills
Easily moved between rooms
Cons
Can take a bit of time to fully heat a large room
Wärme Designer Electric Wall Heater
Now for something completely different, we bring the incredibly slick and slimline Wärme Designer Electric Wall Heater to your attention. This resembles a flat screen television more than a space heater but is a highly efficient way to warm up a space like a conservatory.
Much like a modern-day TV, you install this by mounting it to the wall. Amazingly it can heat areas up to 22-sq-metres and has an adjustable thermostat that offers between 15 and 33-degrees Celsius.
If you have a very modern-looking conservatory and are concerned a more traditional heater might look out of place, this is the product for you. It’s no wonder it was featured as a recommended item in the Architecture Art Design magazine and is used by house builders and developers across continental Europe. Easy to install, use and takes up none of the valuable floor space.
Key Features:
Programmable Thermostat
Energy Efficient
Built-in sensors
Specification:
Brand
Wärme
Weight
9.3 Kg
Dimensions
82 x 8 x 47 cm
Power
2000 watts
Pros
Quick heating option means near-instant warmth
Low running costs
Waterproof means it is ideal for any conservatory - no matter how damp!
Cons
Controls can be confusing to use at first
Duronic Convector Heater HV120
Perhaps you are looking to be free of the need for oil-filled radiators. The Duronic Convector Heater HV120 is a great conservatory heating solution that, thanks to its convector heating design, does not require oil. Although many of you reading this will have used oil-filled radiators in the past and swore by them, this can heat up much faster. With three selectable heat settings of 750-watts, 1250-watts and 2000-watts, there is a lot of flexibility.
On cooler days during the start and towards the end of the year, you could have it set to high, whereas when the warmer weather comes in, you can simply switch it down a level or two. To help reduce the times you need to fuss with the heat setting though, there’s also a built-in thermostat that means it can be set to never allow the temperature to drop.
At only 3.2kg, it’s lightweight and easy to move around. There are easy-grip handles on each side. Another thing that stands out about this model is that it comes with the slightly longer 1.8-metre cable.
Key Features:
3 different heat settings
Lightweight & portable
Wall mount or free stand available
Safety cut-off feature
Specification:
Brand
Duronic
Weight
3.6 Kg
Dimensions
58 x 20 x 38 cm
Power
2000 watts
Pros
Cooling fan means it keeps conservatories cooler during summer
3 heat settings allows most conservatories to heat up to desired temperature
Heater will go into standby mode when desired temperature is reached and turn back on should it drop
Cons
Can be a little noisy
De’Longhi Dragon 4 Oil Filled Radiator
From De’Longhi, a manufacturer we are sure you are all familiar with, comes the Dragon 4. The Dragon 4 Oil Filled Radiator is hardly a beast of an oil filled radiator to look at. With, however, three heat settings of 1100-watts (low), 1400-watts (medium) and 2500-Watts (high), it provides the kind of warmth that matches its powerful name.
A notable feature is the chimney effect it uses in the convection of air. Cold air is pushed through the hottest part and then up through the vents at the top. It heats rooms quicker and as it’s designed to warm a room of as much as 75-sq-metres, its output is more than enough for the average conservatory.
As you’d expect from a high-end model, it’s also equipped with a thermostat. With rubberised wheels at the base, it’s incredibly mobile and safe for use on just about any type of flooring. From a safety point of view, this model has anti-frost protection and an automatic cut-out switch to make sure it doesn’t overheat. With a mid-price tag, we think it’s a great investment.
Key Features:
3 different heat settings
24 hour mechanical timer
Easy transportation
Specification:
Brand
De'Longhi
Weight
17.5 Kg
Dimensions
52 x 16 x 65 cm
Power
2500 watts
Pros
Quickly heats up any conservatory by channelling cold air through hottest part of the radiator
Anti-frost function and overheat safety cut-off means it requires little maintenance
Eco function allows energy efficiency at the touch of a button
Cons
Cord is a little short
A heavy heater meaning transportation is not always easy
ANSIO Oil Filled Radiator Heater
Yet another 11-fin oil-filled radiator from ANSIO comes this model with three power settings ranging from low at 1000-watts, through to medium at 1300-watts and 2300-watts at high. Although it is a lot like other conservatory heaters in our guide, especially to look at, there are some features that are unique to this model.
For one, it comes with a remote control. This means that you have full control over the adjustable thermostat, which can be set from 5- to 35-degrees Celsius, without having to go over to the unit.
Other features that make this model stand out a little from the others are the Eco Mode that can help to save power and make it more energy-efficient – perfect if you’re keenly aware of how much you are spending on your monthly electricity bills and trying to reduce them.
There’s also a Child Lock that disables all the controls so that little hands can’t get to it and potentially hurt themselves. Alongside these model-specific features, you also get a 24-timer and memory function that retains the most recently used settings.
Key Features:
3 different heat settings
Remote control operation
Memory Function
Eco Mode
Specification:
Brand
ANSIO
Weight
13.5 Kg
Dimensions
52 x 22 x 64 cm
Power
2300 watts
Pros
Ability to heat a large conservatory to a comfortable temperature
Eco mode ensures that there is maximum efficiency when in use
Can heat a large space within 10 minutes
Heater will maintain desired temperature ensuring maximum comfort
Cons
At 13.5 kg, this heater is also a little on the heavy side
ANSIO Oscillating PTC Ceramic Tower Fan Heater
We’re staying with ANSIO for another intriguing and innovative style that’s a little different from the other conservatory heaters we’ve featured. The Oscillating PTC Ceramic Tower Fan Heater is a slick and stylish design that can be placed in a horizontal or vertical position, depending on your preference and the available space in your lean-to.
When you consider that it has power settings of either 1200-watts or 2000-watts, it hardly matters that it only has two options compared to others with three.
Like the ANSIO model above, it also benefits from a remote control that enables you to adjust and alter the settings. As well as the other similarities such as Eco Mode and its memory that ‘saves’ the last settings used and the 24-hour timer that means it can be set to warm up and cut out when you are in the conservatory most and not at all.
A major difference with this model is that it has internal oscillation that helps to spread the air more easily.
Key Features:
2 Power Modes
Remote control operation
Memory Function
Eco Mode
Specification:
Brand
ANSIO
Weight
5 Kg
Dimensions
16 x 19 x 55 cm
Power
2000 watts
Pros
Oscillation function helps to circulate warm air throughout the room
Eco function helps increase energy efficiency and save power
Memory function retains last setting for ease of use
Cons
Doesn't have a thermostat
Timer will only turn on (if device is off) or off (if device is on) but cannot be set to turn on and off in a single setting
Summary
Additionally, we also reviewed the best conservatory cushions and the most popular conservatory chairs that are on the market. Why not complete the look by checking out our guide on conservatory curtains. Once heated, a conservatory can be enjoyed all year round, so it may be an opportunity to use it as a dining room and fill it with conservatory dining furniture.
We’ve run through a few different things to consider before buying your conservatory heater – which may help you with your overall decision.
Type of heater
When looking at your budget, it’s important to consider whether an electric, gas or tubular heater would be best for you. Naturally, electric heaters are slightly more expensive – however if you don’t want to invest in a gas cylinder or simply don’t have space for one, then an electric heater would proabbly work best for you. Tubular heaters are usually the best for smaller spaces, too.
Size
The width and height of your conservatory heater is important to consider, as if you have a smaller space you will want one taller and skinnier instead. However, you may like the look of chunky heaters to pad out the aesthetic of your conservatory – so definitely check and have a look at what would work best for you.
Power
It can be easy to opt for the most powerful heater, but more often than not it may not be necessary. draught excluders, rugs and blankets can also help to keep you warm in the winter – so unless you have a gigantic conservatory, you may not need a heater with as much power as you originally anticipated.
Style
Does aesthetic matter when it comes to your conservatory heater? Absolutely! Make sure that you aren’t just picking a heater that works well, but one which will complement your conservatory and fit with the aesthetic that you want, especially as your heater will be a part of your winter furniture for at least a decade (probably more).
FAQ
What is the best conservatory heater?
Now, if we gave away that answer we’d be biased. However, the best conservatory is very subjective, depending on the conservatory and property size, as well as your budget. What we recommend is reading our reviews and making your opinion based on other reviews from those who have a similar requirements and expectations as you.
What is the difference between oil and an electric conservatory heater?
The difference is simple, one conservatory heater is powered by electricity, and the other will require oil. Both are effective, however you may have a particular preference.
How does a wall heater fit to my wall?
Here’s a video explaining how you can fit a wall heater to your wall
Further Reading
Click here for more reading about conservatory heaters.