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Lauren Bradbury

Oil-filled radiator vs fan heater—which one is best for staying warm on a budget this winter?

Electric fan heater standing up in room.

Portable heaters are a great way to keep heating bills low when temperatures drop. The best oil-filled radiators and fan heaters are two of the most popular options, but if you're buying one new, should you opt for an oil-filled radiator or a fan heater?

Choosing the best electric heater on the market is even more important now in light of the latest energy price cap change, which came into effect on 1st January 2025. As Ofgem have rung in the New Year with a 1.2% increase in our energy bills for the next three months (which equates to a £21 increase in average energy bills across the UK), turning the central heating on has become even more of a luxury.

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