Different types of heaters are available in the market, and each heater has advantages and disadvantages. Like oil filled radiators heat slowly, keep the entire room warm for a long time and are not noisy, but do not provide instant heat. Quartz heaters heat quickly and are good for small rooms or bathrooms. Halogen heaters also heat up quickly, provide better heat in large rooms without oscillation and consume less power.

Ceramic heaters heat quickly, are safe and retain heat for a long time. Fan heaters are the cheapest and heat the fastest, but are noisy, can dry out the air, and can have health effects when used over a long period of time.