Martin Lewis explains if electric heaters are cheaper than radiators

Martin Lewis says a portable electric heater can cost less than central heating when someone needs to warm one small room for a short time. The advice matters as households try to stay comfortable while managing rising energy costs.

A typical 2,000-watt electric heater is estimated to cost about 53p an hour at October price-cap rates, while a 24-kilowatt gas boiler running at full output is put at about £1.91 an hour. Central heating may be more economical for several rooms or longer periods, and the best option depends on room size and how well the home is insulated.