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WE TESTED SPEEDCOMFORT RADIATOR FANS TO SEE IF THEY REALLY WORK SAMUEL JONES 19:30, 02 Feb 2025Updated 21:25, 02 Feb 2025 This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission

on any sales we generate from it. Learn more There's nothing more frustrating than feeling the chill in your own home. Whether it's due to high energy bills or inefficient

radiators, it's incredibly annoying to be left shivering when you're trying to unwind. This winter, I've embarked on a mission to improve the heating in my house. After

investing a significant amount of money in upgrading several radiators, the difference has been substantial. However, the front room remains, irritatingly, the most difficult to heat. As it

combines the living and dining areas, it's the largest room in the house and takes the longest time to warm up. _For money-saving tips,__ sign up to our Money newsletter here_ The hard

flooring adds to its cold ambiance. While it becomes comfortable once the radiators are turned on, it does take longer than desired and isn't ideal when you return from the frosty

outdoors seeking immediate warmth. There are numerous devices on the market that promise to enhance your home's heating, so I was curious when given the opportunity to test the

SpeedComfort radiator fans for the Mirror. They pledge to warm up the room in "half the time while saving energy", but how did they perform when put to the test? Setting them up is

straightforward and only takes a few minutes. You just need to adjust the magnets on the fans and organise the wires, then once plugged in, they're ready to use. The instructions

aren't exactly stellar, they're not awful either, but all you get is a diagram on a box. However, they aren't difficult to set-up, they simply adhere to the underside of your

radiators with the provided magnets and as soon as they're plugged in, they're ready for use. I had two sets of the SpeedComfort radiator fans to test on the two double radiators

in my living room, they connect together via a wire so only one plug is needed for each fan set. Do they work? Since installing the fans, I've noticed that the room heats up

significantly faster. Previously, it felt like there was a delay from turning on the thermostat to the room feeling warm, that time is definitely shortened with the fans running. The living

room now warms up quicker and, if you leave them running for a while, I've found it can become extremely hot. After a recent dog walk, I returned home to find the house so warm I

contemplated reaching for a fan. When standing near a radiator, there's certainly a warmer air current rising that's noticeably stronger than usual. While the original set-up was

capable of adequately heating the room, what the fans have done is significantly reduce the time it takes to reach a comfortable temperature. A temperature sensor attaches to the fans,

meaning they automatically activate when the radiators heat up, and then shut down when the heating is turned off. This feature of the product functions well, meaning you don't have to

do anything to switch them on or off, keeping it straightforward. They're also very economical to run which is a bonus, and they come with the reassurance of a 10-year guarantee.

What's not so great? There is one significant issue I can see with these - the cost. They're a good product and deliver what they promise, but they're really not inexpensive

and it's hard to see how they'll be a feasible solution for many people. The fans are available in three sizes: I'd imagine the reason many people would consider buying these

in the first place would be to save money on their bills, and it's a tough call when you have to spend so much initially. While they may achieve that, the initial expenditure is so high

that it would take a considerable amount of time to recoup that in energy savings. Ultimately, if you were to add these to all the radiators in your house it would cost a small fortune. I

did a rough calculation and to purchase them for every radiator in my house it would cost more than £900 - clearly an amount that's beyond an average budget. If you need a boost in one

or two rooms then they're a solid option, but as far as improving an entire house, the price feels like a real obstacle. You also need to have a power socket within reach of the

radiator in order to plug the fans in. Visible wires aren't my cup of tea as they can look a bit unsightly, so I've done my best to hide them, but it's something that's

not ideal and worth considering before you purchase. They also produce a bit of noise. If you're planning to use these fans in a bustling room where you have a TV or music playing then

it won't be an issue. However, they certainly aren't silent, emitting a humming sound that could potentially irritate some people in a quiet room. In terms of purchasing, the

SpeedComfort radiator fans are a solid product that definitely enhances the heat output of radiators. As I've mentioned, the price might deter it from being everyone's go-to

product for saving on bills, but if you're seeking something that will maximise the heat from your existing radiators then they're certainly worth considering. They offer a very

noticeable boost and are probably the perfect solution if you have a problem with just one room. However, their cost means they're unlikely to be the most cost-effective solution if

your entire house is cold. The fans vary in price depending on the size you need (from £49.95 to £139.95) and can be purchased from Amazon, Robert Dyas or directly from SpeedComfort. There

are alternative products available that claim to improve your radiators. One such product is the SmartAir Boost two pack of fans, priced at £94.98 on Amazon, which has the advantage of being

cordless when charged up. These devices sit atop your radiators, with the aim to push the warm air outwards into the space. The statement from the brand explicates "prevent heat from

instantly rising to the ceilings. Instead, it accelerates the warm air forward, boosting and improving the heat distribution more effectively". For those looking to save money while

conserving energy, radiator foil has become a hit. Positioned behind radiators, its purpose is to reflect warmth back into the room as opposed to letting it seep into the walls. Article

continues below You can find Bubble Insulation Foil on Amazon retailing at £16.99, whereas Screwfix offers a more wallet-friendly choice for only £7.51.