Convector heater vs oil filled radiator

[Bill]

Are there any pros or cons for each? We need something to stop a child's bedroom getting too cold overnight and connectors are far cheaper...

[Laurel Green]

Convector heaters are cheaper but cost more to run than oil-filled radiators. Mind , by how much cheaper I do not know. The oil is supposed to retain the heat, thus more heat for less 'electrickery. I would also add; oil filled should be safer too, though with either (in a child's room) should be fastened to a wall so unable to be tipped over. I would also add some sort of guard to prevent anything being left on top of the heater.

[caziques]

They both cost the same to run, hence it doesn't matter which you use.

The oil filled unit has a slower response time if that makes any difference.

[Bill]

Cheers. I got a 3kW connector in Costco for £30, oil filled fads are 3 times that online.