Cheapest portable and electric heaters under £30 to avoid putting the heating on
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IT'S getting cold outside but that doesn’t mean you need to reach for the thermostat just yet.
Energy bills are still high so before you turn on your pricy central heating consider buying a portable electric heater instead.
You’d be surprised how affordable some electric heaters can be.
Not to mention they're great for warming up just one room or heating one area for a short period of time.
As always, make sure to factor in any delivery costs before you buy.
It's also worth calculating the running cost of each heater before you splash the cash and leave it on full blast for whole evenings.
Plus, remember to shop around in case you can find better deals elsewhere.
Bear in mind the long-term health side effects of using electric heaters we’ve investigated.
Screwfix - Freestanding heater - £17.99 2000W
One of the cheapest electric heaters we could find is this freestanding fan heater from Screwfix.
The fan heater comes with three heat settings overheat protection and an easy-to-use handle.
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The portable heater comes with a cool air function and a one-year guarantee.
Unlike other heaters, this freestanding heater can be placed flat or upright to suit your needs.
Argos upright fan heater - £22 2000W
Next on the list is the Argos upright fan heater.
This 2000w model comes with two different heat settings and its cool feature.
The heater comes with a 1.7 metre chord so it's easy to move around the room.
There is also Frost protection and a safety cut-out switch that prevents the gadget from overheating.
Argos offers a one-year guarantee with this device - buy here.
B&Q Geepas Portable Convector Heater £22.99 2kW
For just £1 more you can get the Geepas portable convector heater from B&Q.
The £22.99 gadget is currently part of B&Q’s Black Friday sale and should last at least two years.
The powerful heater produces 2000w of power and heat so you can ensure that it will last you during those cold months ahead.
The handy safety overheat function means the heater will automatically cut out and stop producing heat when it gets too hot for your own safety.
You will be able to adjust the temperature with easy to use manual thermostat dial and the gadget is fitted with grooved handles on both sides for easy lifting and transport - buy here.
The Range - Igenix Ceramic Fan Heater £26.99 1800W
The Range has a slightly more expensive ceramic fan heater for just a few quid more with a 1.5-meter cable you can move this gadget around your house easily.
This ceramic 1.8 kW fan heater is the apt solution for warming up a room within the house.
Even though the gadget is made of plastic it comes with a tip over and overheat function so it automatically turns off when in a dangerous position.
The main ceramic element is protected by a safety PTC which means the rest of the device is called to touch regardless of whether or not it is on - buy here.
Dunelm - Fine Elements Halogen Heater £28 1200 W
Halogen heaters are particularly useful during this time of year we found one on Dunelm that is a reasonable £28.
Gadget oscillates so it can keep an entire room toasty on chilly days and spread the heat evenly.
This device comes with three heat settings that allow you to tailor the temperature to your liking.
The gadget is lightweight and narrow so it can be easily tucked away in storage during warmer months of the year - buy here.
Cheap tricks for keeping warm this winter
There are a few tricks you can use to stay as warm as possible this winter.
If you've got a few pennies to spare consider buying an electric blanket.
They are another great way to keep warm and most cost around 3p an hour to run.
Don't forget about preventative measures, draught-proof your home and seal your windows to stop air coming in.
Prices for draught excludes start from a fiver in most stores but a thick blanket rolled up will work just as well.
Loft insulation is also very important as it can stop heat escaping, therefore slashing your heating bill.
You can buy insulation from all local builder merchants or retailers such as B&Q and Wickes.
We've found five energy-saving gadgets to buy for winter that can cut bills by £1,259.
Find out the 13 best electric blankets to keep you warm at night this winter.
And the eight cheapest hot water bottles to buy now to avoid putting the heating on at night.
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