Black Friday 2026: the smart electric heaters worth watching
There are two kinds to tell apart: wall-mounted thermal-mass (inertia) heaters, which replace an old convection heater, and portable plug-in heaters that need no installation. Also check for open-window detection and app control.
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The models worth watching
Models taken from our buying guides. We don't list prices, so check the current offer on Amazon.
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Best overall
Thermor Equateur 4
Cast-iron core for lasting heat, a heated front panel, open-window and presence detection, and control through the Cozytouch app.
From our guide: Smart Electric Heaters 2026: Buying Guide and 5 Models
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Best value
Sauter Orosi 2
A fluid-filled heater with presence and open-window detection and remote control via a Cozytouch bridge, at an entry-level budget.
From our guide: Smart Electric Heaters 2026: Buying Guide and 5 Models
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Best with no installation
Mill Gentle Air WiFi
Portable plug-in oil-filled heater with built-in Wi-Fi and the Millheat app, an open window function and tip-over protection.
From our guide: Smart Electric Heaters 2026: Buying Guide and 5 Models
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Frequently asked questions
A wall-mounted thermal-mass heater warms a room evenly and replaces a convection heater. A portable heater simply plugs in and gives one room a boost when you need it, with no installation work and no electrician.
Mainly by not heating when there's no need: schedules, away and open-window detection, remote control. How much you save depends on your habits and how well your home is insulated.
A wall-mounted heater is wired to a dedicated circuit. Electrical work rules are set by each province and territory, so when in doubt, hire a licensed electrician. A portable heater such as the Mill Gentle Air WiFi simply plugs in, with no wiring.