I tested radiator fans that claim to heat rooms faster and save energy. I found they significantly boosted heat, almost too much, but pricing is an issue.
It is a large living and dining area. This room takes a long time to heat. The hard floor makes it feel colder. Radiators eventually work fine, but I wanted warmth faster after being outside. I tried SpeedComfort radiator fans.
These fans claim to heat rooms faster and save energy. Setting them up was quick and easy with magnets and simple wires. The box had simple setup diagrams.
You attach fans under radiators using the magnets provided. Plug them in to make them work. I tested two fans on my living room radiators, with one plug powering each fan set.
Did the radiator fans actually work? My living room heats up much faster now. It used to take ages to get warm, but the fans made a big difference.
Now, the room gets very warm quickly. I came home from a walk, and the house was so warm I almost needed a fan. I feel more heat near the radiators, and the fans help reach the perfect warmth faster.
A sensor makes them automatic. The fans turn on when radiators heat up and off when heating stops. The automatic feature is very helpful. They are cheap to run and include a ten-year guarantee.
The price of the fans is a problem because, although they work well, they are expensive. Many people cannot afford them. Different fan sizes are available, but the price might scare people away, as the initial cost is very high.
It would take a long time to save money, and equipping a whole house would cost a lot. My home would cost over £900, which is too much for many budgets. Use them in one or two rooms if needed, as whole-house upgrades are too expensive.
You also need a plug near each radiator and I do not like seeing wires, so I tried to hide them the best I could. This is something to know before buying them. The fans make a little humming noise.
You won’t notice it in noisy rooms, but it might bother you in quiet rooms. Overall, SpeedComfort fans work well and boost radiator heat.
The price might be a problem for some. They help get more heat from radiators and could help a chilly room. They may not be best for a whole cold house, though.
The price changes based on fan size. Amazon, Robert Dyas, and SpeedComfort sell them. A set of three costs €131.84.
