As we inch closer to the coldest months of the year, there’s only one thing on our minds – a cosy night in. So what is a fail-safe way to facilitate a cosy night in? It’s ensuring your abode is well-equipped with heating options to make it the cosiest in the neighbourhood.
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There are many ways to keep your home winter-proof when it comes to heating options, from large-scale open fireplaces to compact oil heaters. And, if you’re looking for an affordable option to stay toasty this winter, an oil heater is well worth exploring.
So, make sure you have your favourite throw blanket at the ready because we’ve rounded up the best oil heaters that are a must-have for a cosy night in.
2024’s TOP OIL HEATERS
- De’Longhi Dragon 4 oil column heater with timer, $319, The Good Guys
- De’Longhi 1500W Radia S oil column heater with timer, $169 (usually $189), Amazon
- Kogan 2.3kW 11 fin oil heater, $96.99, Kogan
The best oil heaters in Australia 2024
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De’Longhi Dragon 4 oil column heater with timer
$319, The Good Guys
The Dragon 4 oil heater by De’Longhi will silently heat up large spaces with ease. Its extra-large radiant surface features 11 fins to promote faster airflow, ensuring your bedroom or lounge is warm all winter.
Key features:
- Radiant heating
- 2400W
- Portable design
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De’Longhi 1500W Radia S oil column heater with timer
$169 (usually $189), Amazon
Produce rays of instant warmth to any localised area with the Radia S oil heater from De’Longhi. It features three heat settings to choose from and a handy timer – and for just under $150, it’s an inexpensive option for the cooler seasons.
Key features:
- Long-lasting heat
- Safety auto-off system
- 24-hour programmable timer
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Kogan 2.3kW 11 fin oil heater
from $64.99, Kogan
Keep warm and snug with this sleek 11-fin oil column heater from Kogan. Featuring three power settings and 11 heating fins for greater warmth and coverage, place this heater by the couch as you tuck into your evening read, or place it in your bedroom to ensure you are nice and warm all night long.
Key features:
- 3 power settings
- Safety tip-over switch
- Easy-moving wheels and ergonomic handle
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Dimplex oil-free column heater with thermostat
$160, Appliances Online
Ideal for medium-sized rooms, this 11-fin heater is oil-free, lightweight and simple to wheel around. The absence of oil removes the risk of leaks and gives a super-fast warmup time, making it 30% more effective than an oil heater – great for rooms with high ceilings.
Key features:
- 2 heat settings
- Feat heat up (and cool down) time
- Easy-moving wheels and 10% lighter than oil heaters
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Dimplex 1.5kW oil-free column heater with turbo fan
$159, The Good Guys
An innovative oil-free option by Dimplex warms up a room with its 1500 watts of heating power. By removing the oil, heating a room is a lot quicker as electricity is converted immediately into heat – it’s a great option if you’re looking to warm up a room quickly before tucking yourself into bed.
Key features:
- Oil-free
- 1500W of heating power
- 2 heat settings
This article originally appeared on Home Beautiful and is republished here with permission.