450W Ceramic Wall Outlet Heater with Remote and Timer

Price facts

• Last seen at $39.99 at Target on Nov 10.

Our take on the 450W Ceramic Wall Outlet Heater with Remote and Timer

This is a small ceramic heater that plugs directly into a wall outlet and mounts flush, so it takes up no floor space and needs no cord across the room. At 450W it draws about as much as a few light bulbs, which makes it safe on most household circuits but also means it warms a small area slowly rather than heating a room. The remote and timer are the main conveniences: you can set it to run for a while and shut off on its own. It suits bathrooms, offices, RV corners and other tight spots where a space heater would be in the way, not as a substitute for central heat.

450W Ceramic Wall Outlet Heater with Remote and Timer prices at every store

450W Ceramic Wall Outlet Heater with Remote and Timer price history

Lowest price we've seen: $39.99 on Nov 10 at Target. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

Questions and answers

Will a 450W heater actually warm a room?

No, not a full room. At 450W it delivers roughly a third of what a typical 1,500W space heater does, so expect it to take the chill off a small enclosed area like a bathroom or a spot near your desk.

Can I plug it into any wall outlet?

It draws about 4 amps, well within a standard 15-amp household circuit. Avoid sharing the circuit with another high-draw appliance, and check that the outlet is firmly mounted since the unit hangs on it.

Does it need to be installed by an electrician?

No. It mounts on a standard outlet without rewiring. Follow the maker's mounting instructions and keep it clear of curtains, towels and water sources.

How does the timer work?

You set a run time with the remote, and the heater shuts off when it elapses. That is useful for warming a bathroom before a shower or a room before bed without leaving it running.

How does it compare with a plug-in space heater?

A floor space heater gives much more heat and can be moved anywhere, but it takes up space and has a cord. This unit saves space and stays out of the way, at the cost of lower output.

Is it safe to leave unattended?

Ceramic elements run cooler than exposed coils and the housing stays relatively cool, but no heater should be left running unattended for long periods. Use the timer and keep the area around it clear.

Where is the 450W Ceramic Wall Outlet Heater with Remote and Timer cheapest?

At Target, for $39.99, as of our latest check.

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