Best Space Heaters for $100 or Less

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Stay warm and cozy with one of these budget-friendly space heaters that performed well in CR's tests

The Lasko model is one of the space heaters that proved to be highly effective in our testing process, without being too expensive.

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A higher price doesn't always mean you're getting more for your money.

You don't have to break the bank to get a space heater with the features you need," says Marion Wilson-Spencer, a market expert at Consumer Reports. "Just about all the space heaters in this price point come with a remote control and crucial safety features, such as a tip-over switch.

It is true that some high-end models place highly in our rankings, and several budget-friendly space heaters end up at the bottom of the list. However, there are too many quality options available for under $100 to justify overspending for a well-known brand or settling for a low-cost generic. In fact, 18 of the top 20 small space heaters in our ratings cost less than $100. Most receive excellent or very good marks for room heating, and three-quarters of them score excellent to very good at spot heating as well. Generally, larger space heaters are priced higher, but you can still find good deals there, too.

We also look for other safety features, like a tip-over switch, which automatically shuts off the heater if it gets knocked over.

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Budget-Friendly Space Heaters Under $100

For a speedy warm-up, small space heaters can effectively heat a couple of people in a small space. Top-of-the-line compact models can also efficiently warm a standard-sized room within 15 minutes.

Affordable Large Space Heaters Under $100

A lot of large heaters come in a vertical design, called towers, to save space, while others are designed to look like stoves or cabinets so they can fit in with their surroundings. They're made to heat up whole rooms, such as living and family rooms – the best ones can warm up a regular-sized room in 15 minutes. Generally, bigger heaters are more expensive than smaller ones, but if you look, you can find high-quality models with advanced features priced under $100.

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