We compared two 2000W electric space heaters: the Dreo 2000W Space Heater and the DAHTEC 2000W Portable Ceramic Fan Heater.
What we looked at
Noise level, oscillation, and price.
The verdict
If you want quiet, 34dB operation with 70° oscillation and a remote control, the Dreo is the pick at £74.99, though it costs £40.00 more. If you would rather pay less for a rugged metal-housed heater with a carry handle, covering spaces up to 20m², the DAHTEC is the value option, at £34.99.
A £74.99 tower heater stated to run at 34dB with 70° oscillation.
A £34.99 ceramic fan heater rated for spaces up to 20m².
Dreo 2000W Space Heater for Bedroom, 16 Inch Portable — Quietest Operation
Intended for: Marketed as a 16-inch tower space heater rated at 34dB (almost as quiet as a library), with 70°-wide oscillation covering 20% more area, a 12-hour timer plus 24-hour automatic power off, smart ECO mode adjusting between 900W and 2000W based on ambient temperature, remote control, and V0 flame-retardant materials.
What we liked
- Quieter stated operation at 34dB, per the listing
- 70° oscillation for wider, more even heat distribution
- Remote control included
- Smart ECO mode automatically adjusts wattage to save energy
- Multiple safety features including tip-over and overheat protection
Worth knowing
- Costs £40.00 more than the DAHTEC on these listings
- No stated maximum room-size coverage figure
Best for
- Buyers who want the quietest stated operation
- Anyone who wants remote control and an ECO mode
- Bedrooms where oscillating, even heat matters
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a rugged, portable workshop-style heater
DAHTEC 2000W Portable Ceramic Fan Heater — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 2kW ceramic fan heater delivering up to 142m³/h of warm air for spaces up to 20m², with three modes (25W fan-only, 1kW, 2kW), an adjustable thermostat dial, a heat-resistant powder-coated steel housing, built-in overheat protection, and a compact 1.3kg body with a carry handle.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Dreo on these listings, at £34.99
- Stated to cover spaces up to 20m², a figure the Dreo listing doesn't give
- Tough, heat-resistant metal housing, per the listing
- Compact and portable at 1.3kg with a carry handle
- Adjustable thermostat dial for consistent temperature
Worth knowing
- No stated dB noise figure, unlike the Dreo's 34dB
- No oscillation or remote control
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants a rugged, portable design for a workshop or garage
- Spaces up to 20m² needing quick, targeted warmth
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the quietest possible operation
- Buyers who want remote control or oscillation
