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Honeywell HZ519 Low Profile Digital Silent Comfort Heater Review
Description
If you need a space heater that is silent and has a low profile, look no further than the Honeywell HZ519. This digital heater is slim enough to fit into in a desk opening or along a wall. Use the push-button controls to set the temperature, which is displayed on the large LCD screen. Then, just sit back and enjoy the warmth as the heater automatically maintains that comfort level. You can even program the timer for up to ten hours so you do not need to shut off the heater upon exiting the room.

Details
Dimensions of the Honeywell HZ519 Digital Heater are 42.5 x 6.5 x 10.1 inches and this product weighs 11.6 pounds.
The Honeywell HZ519 Digital Low Profile Silent Comfort Heater includes:
• Low profile space heater from Honeywell
• Electronic climate control
• Oversized LCD screen
• Push-button controls
• Timer for 1 to 10-hour operation
• 1,500 watts
• Plugs into standard 120-volt grounded plug
• Overheat and tip safety shutoff features
• Caution light
• Flame-proof plastic housing
• Limited 5-year warranty
Pros
• Low-profile design
• Temperature displayed on screen
• Automatic temperature control
• Ten-hour timer
• Quiet operation
Cons
• Controls are not easy to use without referring to instructions
• LCD screen is not backlit
• Timer only designed for shutting off, not turning on, the unit
• Temperature and timer settings lost once unit is turned off
Features
The Honeywell HZ519 Digital Low Profile Silent Comfort Heater is the perfect area heater for people who want to set the temperature and then go about their day. Push-button controls make it easier to achieve a specific temperature. Once the desired temperature is programmed, the heater maintains it automatically. Users can even set the heater to run for a certain period. The timer has a ten-hour limit, making this product great for use in a guest room. Set the timer before the guest goes to sleep at night and there will be no need to shut the unit off in the morning.
The LCD screen clearly displays the current temperature and the safety overheat feature provides peace of mind that the unit will not get too hot. This heater also has a tip shutoff feature, making it perfect for homes with children. A small heater like this is the perfect supplemental heat source for a small room, helping to reduce energy costs by giving the central heating system a break.
Energy Efficient Portable Heaters – DeLonghi Safe Heat TRD0715T Oil-Filled Radiator
Review of the DeLonghi Safe Heat TRD0715T Oil-Filled Radiator Energy Efficient Portable Heater
Description
There are plenty of energy efficient portable heaters but few generate heat as effectively as the DeLonghi Safe Heat TRD0715T Oil-Filled Radiator. This unit delivers clean heat quickly and safely and can be easily wheeled from one area to another. Users receive comforting heat whether they are working in their home office or enjoying a relating bath. An adjustable thermostat, three heat settings, and heat timer are just a few of the great features of this energy efficient heater.

The DeLonghi Safe Heat TRD0715T Oil-Filled Radiator measures 9.4 x 15.8 x 25.6 inches and weighs 23 pounds.
The DeLonghi Safe Heat TRD0715T Oil-Filled Radiator includes:
• Diathermic oil-filled 110-volt energy efficient heater designed to quickly warm small or medium sized rooms
• Quiet operation
• Four pre-assembled retractable wheels snap into place without requiring tools
• Radiant heat flow is maximized while surface temperature remains low due to vertical thermal tunnels
• Three heat settings (600, 900, and 1,500 watts)
• Adjustable thermostat
• 24-hour programmable heat timer featuring 96 settings, including wattage, temperature, duration, and different daytime and nighttime heating periods
• Antifreeze function activates when indoor temperature falls under 44 degrees Fahrenheit
• Automatic shut-off upon overheating or being knocked over
• Rustproof metal construction
Pros
• No negative effect on air quality
• Quiet and portable
• Timer offers many customization options
• Excellent safety features
• More efficient than other so-called energy efficient heaters powered by electricity
Cons
• Not as effective at heating large open areas
• High electrical current required can cause issues in homes with old electrical systems
• No digital LCD display of temperature
Features
If you are in the market for one or more energy efficient heaters this winter, consider the DeLonghi Safe Heat TRD0715T Oil-Filled Radiator. This portable heater serves as a cost-effective supplemental heat source in a small or medium sized room. Diathermic oil traveling through vertical thermal tunnels delivers warming heat at a lower energy cost. The included wheels allow you to transport it between rooms of the home and the three heat settings deliver the desired level of warmth.
With the 96-setting, 24-hour programmable thermostat, you can set different temperature cycles for daytime and nighttime heating. Not all energy efficient portable heaters include safety features, making them unwise to use around children and pets. This DeLKonghi model features a low surface temperature and automatic shut off if it is tipped over or starts to overheat.