11 best bathroom heaters - rating for 2021

The feeling of comfort in a living space depends on many factors, including heat. With the onset of cold weather, when centralized heating has not yet been started or its power is insufficient, a heater becomes an indispensable thing. The same applies to the bathroom; special devices are used to maintain a comfortable temperature here.

Bathroom heaters create warmth in small spaces; they are compact in size and can withstand high humidity and frequent temperature changes.

Depending on the space occupied, such devices come in the following types:

• Wall-mounted.
• Floor-standing.
• Ceiling.

According to the method of heat supply, devices are divided into:

• Ceramic.
• Infrared.
• Oily.
• Convector.
• Gas.
• Inverter.
• Fan heaters.

When choosing a heater for a bathroom, you should pay attention to:

• Power.
  The area of ​​the heated room directly depends on this indicator. If the bathroom has central heating, then the calculated value is 100 W per 1 sq. m, if there is no heating in the room at all, then the calculation is made according to the formula: 150 W per 1 sq. m.
• Placement method.
  The installation location depends on the size of the bathroom and how cluttered it is. Ceiling models take up the least space.
• Dimensions.
  The size of the heater can be any, but not less than 30*30 cm, the choice depends on the available space in the room.
• Type of control:
  electronic, mechanical, touch.
• Moisture protection.
  Bathroom fixtures can have different levels of sealing. Minimum protection cannot withstand splashes of water; with maximum protection, the heater can even operate under running water.
• The presence of a thermostat.
  Such a device is designed to turn off the device when the set temperature is reached, thereby saving energy.
• Additional functionality.
  This includes protection against overheating and tipping over, control of the device from a smartphone, child lock, built-in timer and more.

We present the rating of bathroom heaters 2022. The best 11 devices that were selected by our experts based on reviews and ratings.

Heated towel rail options

Wall-mounted types of radiators are most often used for heating in the bathroom. The structures are made in the form of a ladder or snake. Heated towel rails are mounted on a partition, so they do not take up useful space.

Mermen

The operating principle of the models is similar to floor radiators. The coolant inside the curved device is connected to the heating system or hot water supply of the home. The compact device will easily warm up small rooms, but will not cope with larger ones. Another disadvantage is the dependence on the presence of liquid in the pipes at the required temperature.

Heating on the wall Source housemix.com.ua

The best infrared heaters for the bathroom

Equipment with infrared rays heats the person directly, so the heat begins to be felt immediately after switching on. There is no need to wait for the bathroom to warm up.

Timberk TCH A03 800

Rating: 4.9

This is a heater for use in the bathroom that generates infrared heat from two elongated blocks with an increased area due to the cellular structure. The panel is designed for ceiling installation and the placement height is allowed up to 2.5 m. With a power of 1000 W, the heater is capable of heating a bathroom with a room area of ​​up to 12 m². There are no buttons or switches on the case, which increases its tightness and protection from steam. But the device cannot regulate the temperature on its own; you will need to purchase an additional thermostat. Judging by the reviews, users like that the device quickly warms up the room. The ceiling heater has a directional effect, so it can be placed as far as possible from the area where steam and condensation rise, but installed at an angle so that the heat rays shine directly on the user.

In our opinion, the product outperforms other ceiling models in terms of the thinness of the body. The panel height is 45 mm. This facilitates neat placement on the ceiling so that nothing sticks out on it.

Advantages

• silent operation;
• does not dry out the air;
• quickly warms up the room;
• Installation at an angle is allowed.

Flaws

• large dimensions 164x14x4.5 cm;
• only one operating mode;
• weighs 6.7 kg;
• no thermostat.

What floors can be laid on top of heated systems?

Before we discuss how to implement such a system, it is worth addressing the selection of suitable materials. Few people know that only certain types of flooring are suitable for underfloor heating.

We must choose materials characterized by high temperature and heat inertia. These criteria are primarily met by ceramic tiles and stone elements. They do not block heat in any way, and are also strong enough not to damage the heating system.

You can also consider laminated panels or thin plastic liners (however, check if there is information that allows installation in the case of underfloor heating) and even on wooden floors. In the latter case, you will need to choose the right type of wood - hard and exotic species such as oak and teak will be quite durable.

You should categorically refuse any types of wood characterized by a high shrinkage coefficient (pine, beech), as well as solid boards (multi-layered ones would be advisable) and thick ones (more than 1.5 cm).

Warm baseboard

Heating elements are located in the contact area between the floor and the wall. The parts on top are covered with a decorative overlay. The device does not violate the harmony of the design and does not occupy useful space.

A warm baseboard can be an alternative to heating, but in the bathroom it is better to use models with a water operating principle. The design includes:

• thin plate radiators;
• coolant pipes;
• module for water.

The liquid is heated in the boiler, then distributed through the pipeline along the walls of the bathroom. Hot flows evenly heat the partitions. Fungus and mold will never appear in rooms with warm baseboards.

Water in such a system cannot be heated above 70 C. Comfortable temperature for humans and optimal for furniture is 40 C. Before entering the system, the liquid enters the collector, where it is cooled to the desired temperature. The operation of the equipment can be adjusted using automation or regulated independently using thermal valves.

Water view for the bathroom Source par-torg.com

Universal insertion method

The coil operates on the principle of a gravity pump. If you insert it correctly, natural circulation and proper operation of the radiator are guaranteed. It is necessary to develop an installation diagram, strictly following the model instructions, and also taking into account the location of the riser in the bathroom.

For most models, the best option for tapping is to supply the coolant through the upper outlets (and the outlet is made from below). This is achieved using universal connections for the battery in the bathroom (photos of examples of work are in our article). This type of insert has a number of advantages:

• the direction and speed of water supply in the riser do not in any way affect the performance of the battery;
• there is no need to bleed air after circulation is turned off.

Another important advantage is the independence of the installation from the location of the riser.

Rating of the best bathroom heaters

The best convector heaters for the bathroom

The principle of operation of the convector is to start the circulation of hot and cold air naturally (hot air rises to the top, and cold air is drawn in from below). This ensures uniform heating in the room so that taking a bath becomes more comfortable, regardless of where the heater is located.

Noirot Spot E-5 Plus 1000

Rating: 4.9

This is a powerful heater, convector type, generating 1000 W, which is enough for a spacious bathroom with an area of ​​10-15 m². The model is equipped with electronic control and thermostat. There is a digital screen and temperature control buttons in the upper right corner. Users in their reviews share that it is very easy to understand the settings and you can master everything without instructions. The heater is mounted on the wall in the bathroom, but it comes with legs (at an additional cost), so the convector can be made mobile. The heater is capable of operating in three modes. Among the protective functions there are: shutdown when overheating and maintaining a positive temperature in case users leave home for a long time.

Buyers in the reviews like the heater for its ratio of size and heated area. With dimensions of 42x44x8 cm, it is enough for a huge room of 15 m². If the convector is placed on the wall, it will not attract attention and you can completely forget about its existence.

Advantages

• high-quality French assembly;
• safe operation due to the waterproof housing;
• bright display;
• easy to understand controls.

Flaws

• high price;
• When you first turn it on, you hear an unpleasant smell.

Nobo NFK 4S 07

Rating: 4.8

In second place is a heater with dimensions of 62x40 cm, equipped with a snow-white panel with three slots in the upper part, accelerating the release of hot air. The bathroom model consumes 750 W per hour and is designed for a room area of ​​up to 11 m². It has electronic controls, but no screen. The temperature is adjusted using a slider on the back of the case, under which there is a scale with degrees. The heater operates in two modes. The kit includes a bracket for mounting to the wall. Installation on legs is possible as an option. If the device is turned over, the fall protection will work. It also has shutdown functions in case of overheating and maintaining a positive temperature in cold weather.

The model attracted experts with its ultra-thin 55 mm case. Competitors with similar power have heater thicknesses that are usually 70-100 mm. With a parameter of 5.5 cm, the convector protrudes minimally from the wall, which saves usable space in the bathroom and reduces the likelihood of accidentally catching your knee on it.

Advantages

• simple installation with 4 dowels;
• built-in thermostat and electronic control;
• simple temperature adjustment according to the drawn scale;
• thin body.

Flaws

• legs are purchased separately;
• high price;
• no display.

Connection

Water heater

How to properly connect a water heated towel rail or radiator?

• A bypass is required before the dryer or radiator. It will ensure the passage of the riser or liner when the heater is turned off (for example, in the summer heat);
• To shut off the dryer, it is better to install ball valves rather than screw or plug valves. They do not require maintenance, always hold water tightly and have a huge resource;
• It is better to connect both the dryer and the radiator not with spurs, but with American ones. In this case, installing and dismantling the heated towel rail (for example, to lay tiles underneath) will take no more than a couple of minutes.

Electric heater

Heated towel rails, with their ridiculous power, can be connected to any outlet, regardless of grounding or wire size. But for full-fledged heaters, the instructions are somewhat more complicated:

• The outlet must be connected to ground and have appropriate terminals. The bathroom is a damp room, and a phase short circuit to the housing can lead to the most unpleasant consequences;
• The socket must have a cover that protects it from splashing water;

Wiring is calculated based on 1 mm2 copper wire cross-section for 8 amperes peak current. Let me remind you: current is equal to the result of dividing the power in watts by the supply voltage in volts. So, for a 2 kW device you need a copper wire of at least 2000/220/8 = 1.36 mm2.

Determination and calculation of heating equipment power

Equipment power is one of the most important characteristics. It is this indicator that must be taken into account when purchasing a heater for a specific type of room. To determine the power, first of all you should find out the area of ​​​​the entire room that needs to be heated.

To determine the correct parameters, you will need to study the list of room areas and the power required to warm them up:

1. 5-6 square meters – 500 W.
2. 7-9 square meters – 750 W.
3. 10-12 square meters – 1000 W.
4. 12-14 square meters – 1250 W.
5. 15-17 square meters – 1500 W.
6. 18-19 square meters – 1755 W.
7. 22-23 square meters - 2000 W.
8. 24-27 square meters – 2500 W.