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10 Patio Heaters to Keep You Warm in 2021
We're all going to be spending more time outside this season
Great news! Lockdown is finally ending and soon, we'll be allowed guests over again. For now, though, we still have to stick to meeting friends and family in our gardens, so you'll want a patio heater to be able to enjoy company outdoors without getting the shivers when the sun goes in.
Most of the heaters we've listed are electric, as we feel these offer the most perks: they're surprisingly cheap to run, won't give off a smell of gas, are better for the environment and you won't need to buy big bottles of gas. Saying that, they obviously don't have the aesthetic appeal of a real flame, and some gas models are better at heating larger areas, so you might want to opt for these if you have an especially big garden.
Whether you're looking for an unobtrusive tabletop model to set on your balcony's bistro set, or a large standalone heater for your back garden, we've rounded up 10 patio heaters to keep the chill away after dark this summer.
Heatlab Freestanding Electric Quartz Bulb Patio Heater
For a concentrated blast of heat, this is a good option. Position it over your chair to beat the chill outdoors.
Number of heat settings: Three
This one goes on an outdoor table, so it's a good choice if you have a smaller space or you want to use it on your balcony, rather than in a garden.
Number of heat settings: One
With settings for both indoor and outdoor use, this is a good multipurpose heater that will keep you snug while you're tucked upon the sofa as well as preventing guests from freezing when we're allowed to entertain again, as well.
Number of heat settings: Two
Mensa Heating Imus Under Table Infrared Heater
Nobody likes having chilly toes. This under-table heater will fix that problem immediately.
Number of settings: One
Here's another good patio heater for smaller gardens. As this one fixes to the wall, it won't get in the way when you're outside, and you won't have to find somewhere to store it while it's not being used, either.
Number of heat settings: Three
Firefly Streamline Rotating Electric Quartz Bulb Heater
Firefly Streamline Rotating Electric Quartz Bulb Heater
This one rotates to ensure everyone sat around the table will get the chance to stay warm, without having to shell out for multiple heaters.
Number of heat settings: Two
FunAloe Heater Fan, Portable Electric Fan Heater Stainless Steel Patio Heaters Adjustable Heat Lamp Patio Outdoor Heat With Safety Protection for Home Office Desk TPC Heating Elements
FunAloe Heater Fan, Portable Electric Fan Heater Stainless Steel Patio Heaters Adjustable Heat Lamp Patio Outdoor Heat With Safety Protection for Home Office Desk TPC Heating Elements
Number of heat settings: One
GXFC Table Top Electric Patio Heater
GXFC Table Top Electric Patio Heater
Here's another tabletop heater. This one is good if style is important to you – we like the sleek, minimal finish.
Number of heat settings: Three
Another more unobtrusive heater here – fix it to the walls to enjoy warmth from above.
Number of heat settings: One
If you prefer gas heaters, this one's for you. This gives an impressive open flame to enjoy when in use and there's a cover to keep it safe and dry when not in use. Unusually, it's actually got a built-in Bluetooth speaker, too, so you can enjoy some tunes while you're relaxing in your garden.
Number of heat settings: One
Charley is former Homes Ecommerce Editor. During her time at Hearst UK, Charley wrote over 300 buying guides and reviews, getting her hands on as many new launches as possible to help you find the best products for your home.
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