Amazon shoppers say heater is a 'game-changer' and 'saves a fortune' on heating bills

As the temperatures begin to drop, this portable heater is a great way to warm up a room without having to spend lots on central heating - and it's had plenty of rave reviews

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As the UK waves goodbye to the warmer days and prepares for autumn's chill, concerns over rising heating bills are inevitable. For those working from home or wishing to heat a single room, a portable heater could be a wallet-friendly choice.

The Dreo 16 Inch Space Portable Heater, currently on sale at Amazon for only £59.99, down from its original price of £74.99, offers both style and efficiency. With an 1800W output, the cost to operate this sleek heater tower could be as low as 40p per hour, presenting a possible cost-effective substitute to continuous central heating usage and it's sized right for effectively heating up a space.

Even with robust air circulation, the heater functions silently, making it ideal for undisturbed movie nights or through-the-night use. The added benefits of sleep timers and remote control contribute to user ease, and utilising its eco mode can even lower operating expenses to just about 20p per hour, according to the Daily Record.

Garnering nearly 2,000 reviews on Amazon with an average score of 4.5 stars, the consensus points towards its quality. One reviewer enthused: "I don't know anything more I can say about these incredible heaters. I've recommended them to all of my mates. Bought two of them and saved a fortune in electric bills."

One customer was delighted with their purchase, saying: "Heats my studio up very quickly. The ECO mode works well, and the heater switches off once the room is at the desired temperature. Then, the heater kicks in again if the temperature drops too much. It looks very stylish and sleek, too."

Another happy user commented on their experience: "We bought this for our caravan because the gas heater in our van doesn't work. This is an amazing replacement. It gets it up to temperature within a few minutes, and because it is thermostatically controlled, you can leave it set to your desired temperature, and it will kick in and out as required. It's relatively quiet, too. It appears to be well built and comes with a little remote, which can be handy."

However, not everyone was satisfied, as one buyer remarked: "It simply isn't silent though," and another expressed disappointment, noting that it "makes the air too dry". For those considering alternative heating options, the Dimplex 2000W Electric Freestanding Oil-Free Radiator from ScrewFix is available for £96.99 and may cost up to 45p an hour depending on usage.

For more compact areas, the 2000W Thermo Fan Heater from Dunelm might be suitable, priced at £14. Or, alternatively, John Lewis offers the Dreamland Silent Power Comfort Electric Heater for £69.99