It can become pretty costly heating your home during a cold snap so investing in a good quality portable heater, than can heat specific rooms rather than switching on expensive central heating for the whole house, is a smart idea. There are tons of options on the market so if you’re struggling to decide, the Dreo Electric Heater has rave reviews on Amazon and it’s currently on sale.
Applauded by many for ‘lowering energy bills’, according to one customer the Dreo Electric Heater costs around £1.50 a day, running for the full day, making it significantly cheaper than putting the heating on. Typically £64.99, Amazon has reduced the gadget to £42.49 in a limited-time deal.
The powerful heater uses a funnel design to deliver heat within seconds of switching it on. Sleek and stylish, it can be discreetly placed in any room and as it’s ‘super quiet’, you shouldn’t even notice it’s there. It also features handy extras like a 12-hour timer, mute, child lock, and memory function, as well as a tilt-detection sensor and overheat protection for peace of mind.
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The portable heater allows you to set heat on a wide range from 5-35 degrees with +1 increments, saving you energy while keeping you comfortable. One shopper noted that ‘if I could have one modification, it would be that the temperature can be set in +0.5 degree increments. ‘ Alternatively, the MYLEK Panel Heater Radiator Electric allows for +0.2 increments so you can be sure to get the temperature precisely where you want it, but it is more expensive at £89.99.
Dreo’s Electric Heater has been rated five stars by 2,728 people, with customers appreciating the heater’s output, effectiveness and compact size. One person wrote: “Fantastic, even better than I expected. Heats my large living room in minutes and the heat rises up to the bedrooms. Can not fault this product. Fast delivery, great price and I would highly recommend. This has, without doubt, lowered my energy bills and is the best thing I’ve purchased in a very long time!”
The Dreo Heater is stylish as well as practical
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A second happy customer explained: “I bought the Dreo Electric Heater because I wanted a portable, energy-efficient option to avoid running my central heating full blast all winter. After using it for a month, I can’t imagine winter without it! This heater warms up my bedroom quickly before bed (love the timer mode) and keeps my space cosy during the day in ECO mode for energy-saving, set at 20°C. It’s super quiet—like a computer fan at idle—so sometimes I forget it’s on. The portability is another plus; it’s about the size of a 2L kettle, so I can easily carry it with one hand from room to room.
The tip-over protection is reliable (I’ve accidentally kicked it a few times, and it stayed standing). The control panel is simple and intuitive, with white-painted buttons for better visibility. It even remembers my settings, so it’s ready to go when I switch it on.
While the cable could be longer than two metres, it works for most setups. It’s perfect for small rooms, fits well with my décor thanks to the sleek gold design, and helps me save on energy bills—around £1.50/day to £2.00/day running for the full day. Highly recommend this heater for anyone looking for a quiet, efficient option for small spaces!”
Leaving a mixed review, someone else was mostly a fan of the heater but would have liked it to oscillate. They wrote: “This little heater is fantastic! It’s compact, extremely stylish, and blends in nicely with the room without standing out. One of the best things about it is how quiet it is – I barely even notice it’s on, which is perfect for using in a bedroom or office. It heats up quickly and does a great job warming the space without making the air feel dry or uncomfortable.”
Despite its small size, it’s powerful enough to make a noticeable difference in colder rooms. One thing to be aware of is that it doesn’t oscillate, but that hasn’t been an issue for me since the heat distribution is still quite good. Overall, I’m really happy with this heater. It’s energy-efficient, portable, and works exactly as I hoped. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a reliable and quiet heater!”
You can get the Dreo Electric Heater for a discounted price from Amazon here, or if you would prefer an option that oscillates, consider the Russell Hobbs White & Grey Oscillating Ceramic Heater that is £45 from Dunelm. Another popular heater is the HOMCOM Ceramic Space Heater Tower Heater with 45° Oscillation Remote Control – now £35.99 down from £53.99 at Debenhams.