Ceramic vs. oil-filled vs. infrared — which is best?

Ceramic fan-forced heaters (like the Dreo and Lasko picks here) warm a room fastest and are best for active use. Oil-filled radiators run silently and hold heat longer, which suits bedrooms. Infrared/radiant heaters warm objects and people directly rather than the air, so they're better for drafty garages or spot heating. None of the candidates in this pool are oil-filled or infrared, so those categories aren't represented in the ranking.