Infrared Heaters

Infrared heaters provide targeted warmth for different spaces, from bedrooms and living rooms to garages and outdoor areas. Whether you're looking for supplemental heating indoors or a way to make an outdoor gathering area more comfortable, there are different options to suit your needs.

Explore infrared heaters at Best Buy, including indoor models, wall-mounted heating panels and outdoor options. Compare different designs, features and heating capacities to find one that works for your space.

How do infrared heaters work?

Unlike many conventional heaters that warm the air around them, infrared heaters use radiant heat to warm people and objects directly. This means you can feel warmth when you're within the heater's effective range, without having to wait for all the surrounding air to heat up.

Infrared heaters come in different designs, including electric models and wall-mounted heating panels. When choosing one, consider where you plan to use it, the size of the space and how you want the heat to be distributed.

Where should an infrared heater be placed?

Infrared heaters work best when positioned to direct warmth toward the area you want to heat. Consider the size of your space, the heater's recommended coverage and whether it's designed for indoor or outdoor use.

For indoor models, choose a suitable location with enough clearance from furniture and other objects. If you're using an infrared heater outdoors, make sure it's rated for outdoor conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's placement and safety instructions, including required clearances from combustible materials.

Frequently asked questions about infrared heaters

What's the difference between an infrared heater and a ceramic heater?

Infrared heaters primarily use radiant energy to warm people and objects directly, while many ceramic heaters use a fan to circulate air heated by a ceramic element. Both can provide supplemental warmth, but the heating experience and available features vary by model.

Are infrared heaters suitable for indoor use?

Yes, many infrared heaters are designed for indoor use, including portable infrared space heaters and wall-mounted heating panels. Check that the model is rated for indoor use and review its recommended coverage area, installation requirements and safety features.

Do infrared heaters use a lot of electricity?

Electricity consumption depends on the heater's wattage and how long it operates. For example, a 1,500-watt infrared heater running at full power for one hour uses 1.5 kWh of electricity.

While infrared heating provides targeted warmth, it isn't necessarily more energy-efficient than other electric heaters with the same wattage. Actual energy consumption and heating costs depend on the model, how it's used and the space you're heating.