Room heaters for this winter: our recommendations

As winter approaches and forecasts predict an especially cold season this year, room heaters have become essential in Bangladesh for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment. Whether you're looking for a heater to warm a spacious living room or a compact option for personal use, the local market offers a variety of reliable brands. However, with so many options to choose from, selecting the right heater can be challenging.

To help you make an informed decision, here are our top picks for room heaters to keep your home cosy this upcoming winter. Please keep in mind that pricing and availability may vary across stores.

Miyako PTC-159B 2000W Room Heater

Price: BDT 4,200-5,200

The Miyako PTC-159B offers quick heating with its 2000W ceramic PTC heating element, making it ideal for medium to large rooms. It comes with an adjustable thermostat, allowing users to control the heat intensity. The model also includes overheat protection, ensuring safety for use in homes with children or elderly members. As the heater has 3-heat settings and an energy efficiency system, it can also be cost-effective during prolonged use.

Walton PTC302W 2000W Room Heater

Price: BDT 6,500-7,500

Walton's PTC302W room heater features a fan and dual heating settings, ensuring even heat distribution across the room. It is equipped with a tip-over switch that automatically shuts off the device if it is accidentally knocked over. The built-in tip-over protection ensures children are safe from accidents. The heater's compact design and dual heating modes offer flexibility in various weather conditions. The heater is suitable for medium to large spaces and can perfectly fit in office spaces.

Xiaomi Viomi VXNF01 600W Portable Room Heater

Price: BDT 2,690-3,290

Xiaomi, under its Viomi brand, offers a compact and portable room heater meant for personal use and small spaces. The VXNF01 600W room heater is energy-efficient, lightweight, and delivers quick warmth with PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) ceramic heating technology. It features wide-angle oscillation, providing even heat distribution throughout the room. The heater offers two wind modes, with adjustable via touch controls. This heater also features tip-over protection, a temperature sensor switch, a temperature fuse, and an ABS flame-resistant casing. 

Nova NV-4052 2000W Electric Room Heater

Price: BDT 2,950-3,800

Nova's NV-4052 model features quick heat and durable quartz tube technology. The 2000W heater offers rapid and even heating, ideal for medium to large-sized rooms. Equipped with an adjustable thermostat and two heat settings, it allows users to customise the temperature according to their needs. The ceramic heating element ensures efficient and consistent heat distribution. The heater comes with overheat protection, a tip-over switch, a compact design, and a built-in carry handle. This heater is also energy-saving, ensuring low electricity consumption.

Danaaz DAN-RH250EC Room Heater

Price: BDT 2,850-3,850

The Danaaz DAN-RH250EC Room Heater is a budget-friendly heating solution designed for medium-sized spaces. With a power range of 1500W to 750W, it effectively covers areas up to 160 square feet (15 square meters), making it ideal for homes and offices. This room heater features an auto-rotate function that ensures even heat distribution across the room. It also has anti-overheating protection, a temperature control thermostat, and a lightweight build to make it easy to move around.