Pregled in vodnik za poceni grelnike

Ko začne temperatura padati, je čas, da začnete razmišljati, ali ste ustrezno pripravljeni. Grelniki so odličen način za ohranjanje toplega v hladnejših mesecih, a tudi kopičijo prostor v preostalem delu leta. Zaradi tega mnogi od nas Avstralcev nekoliko neradi zapravljajo veliko denarja za grelnike, zato smo vam v pomoč pripravili vodnik o različnih vrstah, med katerimi lahko izbirate, in seznam nekaterih cenovno najbolj dostopnih grelnikov. okrog.

Vrste grelnikov

Poceni grelniki so v redu in prav, vendar morate najprej določiti, katero vrsto poceni grelnika, ki ga potrebujete. Na voljo je več različnih vrst grelnikov, od katerih je vsak zasnovan za različne namene in proračun. Tukaj je nekaj različnih stilov:

• Grelniki: so sorazmerno majhni, prenosni in primerni za ogrevanje majhnih prostorov. Na voljo so v različnih velikostih in stroških, poleg tega so na splošno ena izmed cenejših vrst grelnikov za nakup, vendar so lahko veliki porabniki energije. Ti delujejo tako, da v prostor vpihujejo segret zrak (kroži preko grelnega elementa).
• Grelniki oljnega stolpca: znani tudi kot oljni grelniki, so na električni pogon in proizvajajo sevalno toploto. Na voljo so v različnih oblikah in velikostih, poleg tega pa še nekaj časa proizvajajo toploto, potem ko so izklopljeni.
• Plinski grelniki: so idealni za gospodinjstva z zemeljskim plinom na njihovem območju, ki zagotavljajo konvekcijsko ali sevalno toploto, medtem ko so za tiste, ki jih nimajo, možni tudi grelniki na LPG. Plinski grelniki so bodisi brez plina, kar pomeni, da bodo prenosni, bodisi z dimom, kar pomeni, da bodo fiksni. Te so običajno dražje od električnih možnosti, vendar nanje ne bo vplival izpad električne energije.
• Panelni grelci: so običajno vitke in poenostavljene zasnove ter zagotavljajo zanesljivo električno ogrevanje, ne da bi zavzele preveč prostora. Nekateri stojijo pokonci ali se kotalijo na koleščkih, drugi pa se lahko pritrdijo na steno. Na voljo so v različnih velikostih in slogih, ki ustrezajo vsem proračunom.
• Električni grelci: električni grelniki z efektom plamena, oblikovani tako, da zagotavljajo klasičen videz kamina vendar brez dimnika in drv. Ti uporabljajo luči in vodno paro za ustvarjanje učinka plamena, medtem ko električno ogrevanje vzdržuje zanesljivo temperaturo. Izbirate lahko med številnimi velikostmi, ki ustrezajo vaši sobi.

Velikost grelnika

Da bi lažje našli pravi grelec za vaš dom, lahko začnete z merjenjem velikosti prostora, ki ga želite ogrevati. Če želite to narediti, preprosto pomnožite dolžino sobe s širino. Običajno za majhno sobo potrebujete grelec z močjo od 1.000 W do 1.500 W, medtem ko se za ogrevanje večjih površin odločite za grelnik z močjo 2.500 W+. Kot splošni vodnik lahko uporabite naslednjo tabelo:

Poceni ventilatorski grelniki

Ventilatorski grelniki so majhne električne naprave, namenjene ogrevanju majhnih prostorov vašega doma le za omejen čas. Ventilatorski grelniki so običajno najcenejša možnost za nakup, vendar se cene lahko gibljejo od 15 do 900 USD. Upoštevajte, da so ventilatorski grelniki eni dražjih za uporabo in lahko v zimskih mesecih stanejo do 162 USD (na podlagi hipotetične stopnje porabe 30 c/kWh). Kljub temu je tukaj vodnik po nekaterih najcenejših ventilatorskih grelnikih in različnih prodajalcih, kjer jih lahko izberete. Vendar ne pozabite, da se razpoložljivost zalog med trgovinami razlikuje.

Model	Trgovec na drobno	Cena (RRP)
Kmart Ventilator	Kmart	15 $*
Goldair 2000W pokončni ventilatorski grelec	Myer	39,95 USD*
Oljni grelnik Kmart 5 Fin	Kmart	35 $*
Prenosni električni panelni grelnik Kogan 1000 W	Kogan	199,99 USD*
Omega Altise 2000W električni panelni grelec	Bing Lee	159 $*
De’Longhi električni oljni kolonski grelec	Dobri fantje	199 USD*
Grelnik Dimplex Mini Cube Fire	Zmagovalne naprave	169 $*
Grelec Rinnai Cosyglow	Dobri fantje	659 $*
Sevalni/konvektorski grelec Omega Altise Brigadier	Naprave na spletu	1.099 $*
Vgrajeni električni grelec Modern Flames Spectrum	Zmagovalne naprave	1.495 $*

*Cene so vzete od ustreznih prodajalcev, Appliances Online, pravilne od maja 2022.

Kmart Ventilator

Poceni in veseli grelnik Kmart je opremljen z vsemi funkcijami, za katere bi pričakovali, da vam bodo v hladnejših mesecih pomagali ohraniti toploto in udobje. Na voljo je z 2000 W moči in dvema nastavitvama gretja. Druge funkcije vključujejo indikatorsko lučko za napajanje in nastavljiv termostat v beli barvi.

Ventilatorski grelnik Kmart je opremljen z zaščito pred pregrevanjem in varnostnim preklopnim stikalom, ki samodejno izklopi aparat v primeru trka. Kmart navaja, da so vsi njegovi grelniki testirani v skladu z veljavnimi avstralskimi standardi električne varnosti in so certificirani kot skladni. Pred odobritvijo QA se izvajajo tudi preskusi vzdržljivosti in delovanja.

• • Velikost (VxŠxG): 257 x 220 x 155 mm
  • Priporočena cena: 15 $*

Goldair 2000W pokončni ventilatorski grelec

Goldair zagotavlja kompaktno zasnovo s svojim 2000 W pokončnim ventilatorskim grelnikom (GFH260), zaradi česar je priročen način za zagotavljanje takojšnje toplote kamorkoli greste. Ta grelnik z ventilatorjem ponuja do 2.000 W grelne moči in ima dve nastavitvi toplote ter način samo z ventilatorjem. Druge funkcije vključujejo nastavljiv termostat, varnostno nagibno stikalo in vgrajen ročaj za prenašanje.

Grelnik Goldair Upright Fan Heater je na voljo pri Big W in ima dveletno garancijo.

• Velikost (VxŠxG): 257 x 215 x 145 mm
• Priporočena cena: 39,95 USD*

Poceni oljni grelniki

Grelniki stebrov uporabljajo električno energijo za segrevanje olja in njegovo kroženje skozi stebre ter proizvajajo toploto. Na splošno so dražji od električnih ventilatorskih grelnikov, cene pa se gibljejo med 35 in nekaj več kot 400 USD. Tukaj je nekaj proračunu prijaznih možnosti, o katerih lahko razmislite:

Oljni grelec Kmart 5 Fin

Ta stebrični grelec Kmart z močjo 1000 W in petimi rebri je idealen za majhne prostore. Opremljen je s tremi nastavitvami grelnika za vaše udobje – nizko, srednjo in visoko – in ima nastavljiv termostat. Na splošno oljni grelniki, vključno s tem modelom Kmart, ne proizvajajo takojšnje toplote, zato niso primerni za točkovno ogrevanje. Kljub temu proizvaja dolgotrajno toploto, za razliko od ventilatorskega grelnika.

Podobno kot grelnik ventilatorja Kmart, ki je bil omenjen zgoraj, naj bi bil oljni grelnik Kmart preizkušen v skladu z veljavnimi avstralskimi standardi električne varnosti in certificiran kot skladen, opremljen pa je z zaščito pred pregrevanjem in varnostnim preklopnim stikalom. Na voljo je v tradicionalni beli barvi.

• Velikost (VxŠxG): 705 x 162 x 330 mm
• RRP: 35 USD*

De’Longhi električni oljni stebrni grelec

Za večji model grelnik De’Longhi z 11 rebri (DL2401TF) ima največjo moč ogrevanja 2400 W, primeren za srednje velik prostor. Ta kolonski grelnik je poln funkcij, vključno s termostatom, tremi nastavitvami moči – največ:2400 W, srednji:1600 W, najmanj:1300 W – in 24-urnim časovnikom, tako da lahko programirate grelnik za delovanje ob dan, ko boste doma, za dodatno udobje, priročnost in učinkovitost. Ponaša se tudi s povečanimi rebri hladilnika, ki naj bi zagotavljala boljšo porazdelitev toplote.

Za enostavno premikanje in shranjevanje je zasnovan z ročaji, ki se ohladijo na dotik, poleg tega pa ima tudi prostor za shranjevanje kabla in kolesca z zaskočnim zaklepom. Našli boste tudi funkcijo proti zmrzovanju in varnostno stikalo za nagib. Poleg tega grelnik stebra De’Longhi prihaja s sedemletno garancijo!

• Velikost (VxŠxG): 630 x 510 x 150 mm
• Priporočena cena: 199 $*

Poceni plinski grelniki

Plinski grelniki za pridobivanje toplote uporabljajo zemeljski plin ali LPG. Na splošno so dražji od drugih grelnikov, vendar so lahko tudi veliko učinkovitejši, zlasti v večjih prostorih. Cena plinskega grelnika se giblje med 500 in 2300 $. Za tekoče stroške pričakujte, da boste porabili približno 130 USD za modele s sevalno konvekcijo (20 MJ) in 143 USD za modele s standardno konvekcijo (22 MJ).

Grelnik na zemeljski plin Rinnai Cosyglow brez plina

Rinnaijev grelnik Cosyglow (650SN) velja za odlično možnost za srednje do velike prostore. Kot pravi Rinnai, lahko Cosyglow učinkovito ogreva prostore velikosti med 23 m² in 42 m², odvisno od vašega lokalnega podnebja – večje prostore v blažjih območjih in manjše prostore v hladnejših območjih. Ta model uporablja zemeljski plin, obstaja pa enak model, ki namesto tega uporablja LPG, tako da lahko izbirate glede na plinski priključek, ki ga imate doma. The Cosyglow heater also boasts a 5.9 energy-efficiency rating.

The heater’s safety features include the tilt switch and oxygen depletion safety device, which will shut the heater off if it’s tipped over or if there’s too little oxygen in the room. A flame failure device will also cut off the gas supply if the flame is extinguished accidentally. It uses a battery ignition, so you won’t need a powerpoint, allowing you to move it wherever you are with the molded handles equipped at the sides. In addition, this model comes with a three-year warranty.

• Size (HxWxD): 405 x 440 x 250mm
• Priporočena cena: $659*

Omega Altise Brigadier Radiant/Convector Heater

Next up is Omega Altise’s Brigadier Radiant/Convector Heater (OABRFNGSD). This heater uses natural gas and has a 5.9-star energy-efficiency star rating. It’s claimed to cover an area measuring up to 90m² and provides three convection heat settings (low, medium and high) and two convection fan speeds. Other features include push-button controls, a safety tip-over switch and a flame-failure shut-off function. This Omega Altise heater additionally comes with a three-year manufacturer’s warranty.

• Size (HxWxD): 568 x 796 x 285mm
• Priporočena cena: $1,099*

Cheap Panel Heaters

Panel convector heaters, or electric radiators, are slimline heaters that are capable of rapidly heating large rooms. Panel heaters can be portable or wall-mounted, and will generally cost between $100 and $850.

Kogan 1000W Portable Electric Panel Heater

For a slim, easily portable heater, you might like to consider this Kogan 1,000W electric panel heater. It can be wall-mounted for neat, space-saving use or freestanding with four castors, giving you easy movability with a total weight of 4.6kg. Featuring a special ‘x’ shaped heating element, this unit is stated to heat up efficiently.

The Kogan panel heater is equipped with two heat settings – 500W and 1,000W – and thermostat control, allowing you to choose your ideal temperature while the heater does the rest. It’s claimed to heat spaces measuring up to 5m²-10m². To keep your home safe, the unit has a water-resistant design (IP24), featuring overheating protection and a tip-over switch. It has a one-year standard care warranty for peace of mind.

• Size (HxWxD): 576 x 81 x 439mm
• RRP: $199.99*

Omega 2000W Altise Electric Panel Heater

The Omega 2000W Altise Electric Panel Heater (OAPE2000W) is designed to keep your room toasty during the chilly winter months. It has a slim and lightweight design, just 85mm in width, providing plenty of flexibility for setting it up in your home. It includes a 24-hour timer that you can program to efficiently suit your daily schedule. With a maximum 2,000W heating power, you’re looking at warming up rooms of up to 30m². Other features include an LED display control panel with soft-touch buttons.

You can wall-mount the unit using the included brackets, so it’s out the way, or you can use the castors and operate it freestanding anywhere around your home. While the wheels are claimed to be stable, the model has a safety tip-over switch to automatically turn it off if the appliance falls over. In addition, it’s equipped with a child lock and overheat protection, to help keep your home safe. It has a five-year warranty and is available in matte white or black.

• Size (HxWxD): 440 x 85 x 775mm
• Priporočena cena: $159*

Electric Fire Heaters

If you’re after a stylish heater, then an electric fire heater is probably what you’re looking for. These heaters produce considerable heat and display a convincing flame animation. Many of these can alternatively be used simply for its looks and display the same LED flame effect without generating heat. Prices for these heaters usually start around $150, however they can cost upward of $2,000 for a full fireplace.

Dimplex Mini Cube Fire Heater

Dimplex offers a variety of electric fire heaters, including suites, wall-mounted fires, fireboxes and portable electric fire heaters. The Dimplex Mini Cube Fire Heater (MINICUBE-B) is just one option to choose from and boasts 1,500W worth of heating power as well as Optiflame LED for a flame and coal effect.

This electric heater features a curved steel casing and a louvered front panel. It comes with two heat settings – 750W and 1500W – and a two-year manufacturer’s warranty. This Dimplex fire heater is available in either red or black.

• Size (HxWxD): 370 x 330 x 205mm
• Priporočena cena: $169*

Modern Flames Spectrum Built-in Electric Heater

If a freestanding or wall-mounted electric fire heater isn’t up your alley, a built-in alternative might be worth considering for a more seamless and ‘authentic’ look. This electric fireplace from Modern Flames provides 1.5kW heating power and comes with variable heat settings, an adjustable thermostat and two fans. The Modern Flames Spectrum Built-in Heater (SL50-B) also provide 12 flame colour options, three-stage lighting intensity levels, manual controls and what’s claimed to be a low-energy LED flame technology.

You can additionally purchase driftwood pieces to bump up the realistic feel. Similar to other electric heaters, this Modern Flames model offers a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.

• Size (HxWxD): 482.6 x 1262.6 x 195mm
• Priporočena cena: $1,495*

Should I buy a cheap heater?

It could be worth buying a low-cost heater, but it largely depends on what you consider a ‘cheap’ buy:

• a heater with a low upfront cost that makes it affordable now but expensive to use long-term due to poor energy efficiency;
• a heater that has a heftier price tag as a result of its higher energy efficiency and flexible functionality, which help it become comparatively more affordable to use over the years.

Like with buying budget appliances, wallet-friendly heaters are often cheap for a reason, either because they don’t provide the same level of features as more expensive models, or because they’re costly to run. That’s why it’s important to consider energy efficiency, as opposed to solely price, and to buy the most efficient heater within your budget range. Functionality, of course, is also a key factor to think about. Generally, low-cost appliances come with fewer functions and offer less flexibility (e.g. adjustable thermostat and multiple settings). So, if you’re not shivering for a heater that can be used all day, every day (or even every second day), a basic model with minimal features might be all that you need.

Electric heaters are fairly cheap to purchase but can be quite expensive to use. They’re ideal for heating small areas and should be used sparingly to avoid unexpectedly high electricity bills. It will ultimately be a trade-off between cost and comfort when it comes to these portable heaters.

To minimise costs, you should set your heater as low as you comfortably can and check that all windows and doors are closed. For every degree warmer you set your heater, the more it is going to cost you. If you have a reverse-direction ceiling fan, this can also be used on a low setting to circulate the warm air throughout your home. As hot air rises, it can tremendously boost heating effectiveness. Finally, make sure you don’t leave the heater running when no one is using it, as the longer the heater is running, the larger your energy bill will be.

If you’re paying too much for electricity and gas, then you’re already paying too much for heating. You can compare energy companies via the link below to see what your options are and if you could be on a better deal.