How large a room will it heat?

Lasko rates it for rooms up to 300 square feet, so a bedroom, office or small living room. Larger or open-plan spaces will feel only partial warmth.

Is it quiet enough for a bedroom?

On the low setting most owners find it quiet enough to sleep through. On high the fan is clearly audible, so light sleepers should plan on low overnight.

Does it need assembly or installation?

No. It comes assembled and works from a standard outlet; you set it on the floor and plug it in. The remote needs batteries.

Can I set a temperature and a shut-off time?

Yes. The adjustable thermostat holds your set temperature, and the timer turns it off automatically after up to 8 hours.

Is it safe to leave running unattended?

It has overheat protection, automatic shut-off and a cool-touch housing. Still follow the manual and keep it clear of curtains, bedding and anything flammable.

How does it compare with an oil-filled radiator?

This heats faster, weighs much less and adds a remote and timer. An oil radiator is silent and holds warmth longer after shut-off but takes far longer to warm a room.

What do buyers say about the Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 313 ratings.

Where can I buy the Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Sears.

Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote

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$141.37at SearsChecked Nov 8

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Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote

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$141.37at SearsChecked Nov 8

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Our take on the Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote

The Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater is a 18-inch tower-style electric heater rated to warm rooms up to 300 square feet. It pairs a ceramic heating element with two quiet fan settings, an adjustable thermostat, an 8-hour timer and a remote, plus cool-touch housing, overheat protection and automatic shut-off. It suits bedrooms, home offices and living rooms where you want steady background heat without a loud fan or a hot case. Against oil-filled radiators it heats faster and is far lighter at 6.37 lb, but it gives up silent operation and slow, lingering warmth; against basic ceramic box heaters it adds the remote, timer and thermostat. Owners rate it highly for quiet, even warmth and easy setup.

Best forBedrooms and nurseries where low noise mattersHome offices and small living rooms up to 300 sq ftPeople who want remote and timer control from across the roomRenters who need portable, plug-in heat without installation

Pros

Two quiet fan settings, high and low
Adjustable thermostat holds a set temperature
Remote control and 8-hour auto-off timer
Cool-touch housing, overheat protection and tip-over shut-off
Light at 6.37 lb and slim at 6 inches deep
Simple controls and quick setup out of the box

Cons

Fan-forced heat is audible on high, unlike an oil radiator
Ceramic elements dry the air and can feel drafty
Warms one room, not an open-plan space
Corded 12.5-amp draw limits it to one circuit per room

Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote prices at every store

SearsNew
In stockSold by Tekcom Shop USA
$141.37Checked Nov 8
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Out of stock
$15.00Checked Nov 8
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WalmartNew
Out of stockSold by Global Mobiles Inc
$41.99Checked Nov 8
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Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote price history

Lowest price we've seen: $41.99 on Nov 9 at Walmart. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

5 / 5313 ratings

Owners rate it 5 out of 5 across 313 ratings and most praise how quietly it heats a bedroom or office and how easy it is to set up and control. Complaints center on fan noise at the high setting and the dry, blowing feel of ceramic heat.

What people mention

NoiseMixedOwners call the low setting quiet enough for sleep but say high is clearly audible.
Heat outputPraisedReviewers say it warms a bedroom or office of up to 300 sq ft quickly and evenly.
Remote and timerPraisedThe remote and auto-off timer are the features owners mention most often as convenient.
Air drynessCriticisedSome owners say the fan-forced ceramic heat leaves the room feeling dry.
Build and safetyPraisedThe cool-touch housing and automatic shut-off are noted as reassuring around kids and pets.

Specifications

Heat Output: Less Than 2000 BTU
Heat Source: Electric
Heating Area: Whole Room, 300 sq ft
Heating Method: Radiant
Heating Highlights: With Thermostat, Two quiet heat settings (high and low)
Wattage: 1500 W
Power Type: Corded Electric

Questions and answers

How large a room will it heat?: Lasko rates it for rooms up to 300 square feet, so a bedroom, office or small living room. Larger or open-plan spaces will feel only partial warmth.
Is it quiet enough for a bedroom?: On the low setting most owners find it quiet enough to sleep through. On high the fan is clearly audible, so light sleepers should plan on low overnight.
Does it need assembly or installation?: No. It comes assembled and works from a standard outlet; you set it on the floor and plug it in. The remote needs batteries.
Can I set a temperature and a shut-off time?: Yes. The adjustable thermostat holds your set temperature, and the timer turns it off automatically after up to 8 hours.
Is it safe to leave running unattended?: It has overheat protection, automatic shut-off and a cool-touch housing. Still follow the manual and keep it clear of curtains, bedding and anything flammable.
How does it compare with an oil-filled radiator?: This heats faster, weighs much less and adds a remote and timer. An oil radiator is silent and holds warmth longer after shut-off but takes far longer to warm a room.
Where is the Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote cheapest?: At Sears, for $141.37, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 313 ratings.
Where can I buy the Lasko 1500W Ceramic Whole Room Space Heater with Remote?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Sears.