One important buying consideration is energy efficiency. Timers and thermostats are useful for saving electricity. Thus, many models rely on thermal cutouts to prevent overheating. Nevertheless, their heating tubes operate at full power, heating up a room more quickly. Fan heaters offer fast directional heating, but they tend to be noisy and dry.
Convectors provide heat more slowly and quietly although the dryness of the air is evident.
To overcome noise, some manufacturers are offering fan heaters with twin-speed motors. Infrared heaters, which give directional heat, are often used in bathrooms and garages. Manufacturers are introducing new features and benefits. The latest attraction is the chrome-line range of fan heaters at premium prices. Radical designs are sometimes well received.