Best Bathroom Heaters

A bathroom is constantly exposed to moisture, hence, the risk of mold growth and bacterial build up in this area is pretty high. As a result, an exhaust fan is a piece of equipment present in pretty much any bathroom to balance humidity and avoid fungi and mold. And what if this device could have added functionality that will save you the need to buy some other units? This is what you’ll get with the Broan Nu Tone 765H80LB bathroom exhaust heater.

Straight off the reel, the model encompasses the functions of an exhaust fan, a heater, and a light fixture. A powerful fan operating at the speed of 80 CFM ensures efficient ventilation to take away excess moisture that can cause mold and mildew and keep your bathroom dry, which is especially important in mornings and late evenings when all family members want to take shower or bath. Further on, at 1300 watts of power, an integrated heating element provides a powerful stream of heat that will add warmth and comfort to your bathtime and also promote moisture drying afterward. Besides, the unit comes fitted with built-in lighting capabilities and can serve as a full-scale source of light for your bathroom. Notably, it allows for using either LED or incandescent bulbs, whatever your choice.

Though the unit coverage area is not mentioned in technical specs, customers report that the unit does a great job in both larger master baths and in smaller ones. Thus, it can bring the air up to 70F degrees in the area of about 150 sq.ft in less than 10 minutes, with the ventilation staying rapid and efficient for this area too. In the meantime, at 2.0 Sones, the unit is distinguished by a fairly quiet operation. It will just produce a slight buzzing sound to let you know that the fan is on.

If you'd like your bathroom to be evenly warmed from all sides, it's best to install a ceiling-type heating device. Having searched through a huge number of ceiling heaters, we couldn't find a better model than the Broan 157. The benefits of this heater are that it's very effective and it's very easy to mount. You can attach it to any standard 3 ½ or 4-inch round electrical box or a 4 inch octagonal one with minimum effort. For more uniform heat distribution, it's recommended to install it right in the center of the ceiling, however, you may want to avoid placing it directly above the tub since this may lead to creating a hot zone and making your bathtime less comfortable.

If you worry that installing a heater on the ceiling might spoil the interior of your bathroom, worry not as the Broan 157 has a very sleek design and extends only 2 ¾ inches from the surface. It will not attract too much attention and you'll soon forget it's there at all, even if you have rather low ceilings or a white-tiled bathroom.

Though the Broan 157 heater doesn't have any controls except for "on/off" option, the manufacturer allows you to equip it with a thermostat and a timer additionally, which makes it suited for the most demanding users.

If you are reluctant to take a bath in winter because you shiver each time you get in and out of the warm tub, forget it. With the ceramic space heater from OPOLAR, your bathtime in the winter season will be as pleasing, soothing, and relaxing as on warmer days.

The unit is not a built-in model and needs no installation saving you the need to fiddle with drilling holes, screwing in bolts, and balancing on the ladder. At the same time though, unlike many other freestanding compact heaters, this one comes packed in an IP21 waterproof casing, which means its body is securely sealed not to let a single droplet in, making it a perfect fit for bathroom spaces.

Despite a fairly compact design, at 1500 watts, the device is a heating beast that will make your bathroom a toasty and welcoming spot in mere minutes. And an 80-degree oscillation function ensuring even and quick heat distribution around the area will further improve the heating performance. Fitted with an adjustable thermostat and two heat settings, it will let you customize the air warmth with maximum precision. More than that, thanks to a waterproof body, you can safely put the heater right next to the tub and direct warm airflow as you need without worrying that water spills and splashes from the tub can damage the unit. It will also come in handy in any damp areas exposed to condensation where added heat is needed to dry the air.

As mighty and functional as it is, the OPOLAR heater has a nice modern design that will add a high-tech twist to your bathroom and easily blend with any interior style if you decide to use the heater in a living area.

What sets ceramic heaters apart from other models is that they pack a heat punch while staying small and warm up pretty large areas really fast. The Lasko CD08200 is not an exception. So, if you need a compact heater with solid and impressive heating performance, you can’t go wrong with this little champ.

At 7.65" x 4" x 6" dimensions, this freestanding heater from Lasko is one of the most compact models out there. It will fit in your bathroom even if it is on the smaller side and you have little to no free area to place it. Eating up minimum space, it can be put on the floor as well as somewhere atop and, as such, it will make a helpful addition not only to the bathroom but also to a bedroom, playroom, nursery, and can easily serve as a personal heater in your den home office, or at your work desk. In the meantime, the unit looks neat in a white body combined with a silver metal grill. Thus, it will match any interior style and won’t stick out like a sore thumb.

When it comes to the heating performance, don’t let the tiny size fool you. Packing 1500 watts of power, the unit is a mighty pal that can efficiently heat up the area of about 200 sq.ft. With that, it will make the air in your bathroom toasty almost in a blink of an eye. Regardless of the power, the Lasko CD08200 is really safe to use, which is essential for bathroom heaters. It features an ALCI safety plug that keeps short circuits at bay and has secure overheat protection along with a self-regulating ceramic heating element and an exterior that stays cool to the touch during the heater operation.

With a mini space heater priced below $20, you often get units with overrated quality and performance that tend to wear out quickly and can even pose a fire hazard. So, you end up throwing them away and buying new ones. Yet, with a little bit of extra cost, you can have a more reliable and functional heater that will still fit your budget. And the Pro Breeze space heater is just the one on point.

Just like other mini heaters of this type, the Pro Breeze is designed for spot and directional heat. And though it is certainly not the model to be used as the main heating source, it will become an excellent heat booster where you need some added flow of warm air. Efficiently covering areas up to 200 sq.ft, the model will fit for warming up a garage or a home workshop when outdoor temperatures drop close to freezing as well as for taking the chill out of a bedroom before bedtime. You can also use it as a personal heater and put under your desk at work to keep your feet warm. Moreover, the Pro Breeze heater is good for bathrooms provided that you won’t place it next to the tub and it won’t be exposed to water. In the meantime, overheat protection will prevent any failures due to the heating element malfunction and a tip-over switch eliminates the risk of fire in case the heater is accidentally knocked off.

At 1500 watts, a powerful ceramic heating element paired with an advanced fan technology produces a forceful stream of hot air. Hence, the unit will heat up space super quickly. In practice, you’ll feel that the air temperature in the room starts rising in less than a minute. And, though, it has no oscillation option, you can further improve the heating performance by putting the heater onto some stand, there is free air circulation around the unit.