Rating 2021: TOP 10 best water heated towel rails for the bathroom

An integral attribute of a modern bathroom is a heated towel rail. It performs two functions at once - it is used as a dryer for towels and small laundry and provides additional heating to the room. Manufacturers offer a huge selection of heated towel rails. Among them you can find quite standard inexpensive models and premium products that will become not only a necessary thing, but also a decoration for any interior. Today we invite you to familiarize yourself with the rating of the best heated towel rails.

The best custom-shaped heated towel rails

Modern interior designs (for example, in high-tech style) can be very unusual, with a pronounced individuality. Therefore, among buyers there are also those who do not consider heated towel rails that are functional but ordinary in appearance. They are more attracted to non-standard models, and when choosing them they are ready to sacrifice even ease of use. But we tried to select options that will meet both requirements - unusual appearance and functionality.

Atlantic NA 500W

Let us immediately note that there is an equally popular alternative to water heated towel rails - electric heated towel rails.

The most profitable and economical among devices of similar power are Atlantic heated towel rails (France).

Atlantic NA 500W is one of the most popular models of the French concern. Its compact size (width is only 40 cm) will allow it to fit perfectly into the interior of any, even the smallest, bathroom. The unique coating is not subject to corrosion and does not lose its attractiveness throughout its entire service life.

The average cost of Atlantic NA 500W is 15,790 rubles. Russian analogues with the same power are 2 or more times more expensive, European ones - 5-7 times. Atlantic's affordable prices are the result of the scale of production.

The power of the Atlantic NA 500W is enough to heat a bathroom of 5 square meters. In addition, this heated towel rail can dry 2-3 towels at once in less than an hour. Six operating modes and a built-in programmer allow you to save energy and effectively heat the room, maintaining the set temperature.

pros

• 22 sections;
• the price is 7 times lower than that of analogues;
• built-in programmer;
• 6 operating modes;
• low cost of operation.

Minuses

• depends on the power source

From 15790 ₽

Popular forms

Device with shelf

The circuit of the heated towel rail varies. It does not affect the heating quality or drying speed. The amount of laundry that will fit on the pipes depends on it, as well as the contribution to the design of the bathroom.

1. Coil . A form that is familiar to many residents of Khrushchev and perestroika high-rise buildings. Looks impressive on walls with a dark, varnished surface
2. E-shaped device. The outline looks strict, laconic, discreet
3. M-shaped device. One of the most common due to its simple, elegant appearance
4. The U-shaped dryer looks unobtrusive and bulky. Doesn't take up much space. Suitable for minimalist interiors
5. Ladder . This heated towel rail has different design options. Dimensions, number of steps, steps between “floors” vary
6. A device with a protruding shelf. On the protruding grate you can hang those things that need to dry faster. Warm air circulates freely around the laundry, which accelerates the evaporation of moisture

Rating of stainless steel water heated towel rails

In houses with central heating, the pressure in the pipes can reach 10 bar, so experts believe that the best water heated towel rail for high-rise buildings is one made of stainless steel. Stainless steel radiators withstand pressure changes well, especially models with an intricate “snake” shape.

Energy Prestige Modus 800×500

pros

• 11 crossbars and a warm shelf
• 4 connection diagrams
• heat output 406 W
• working pressure up to 15 atm, limit 77 atm

Minuses

• not detected

From 9556 ₽

The first and best in the rating of water heated towel rails was the Energy Prestige Modus bathroom heater. It has the best price-function ratio. It is also convenient both in connection and in operation. And Mayevsky’s crane is an additional plus in the piggy bank.

Sunerja Galant+ 800×500

pros

• Mayevsky crane
• working pressure 3-15 atm, limit 60 atm
• maximum temperature 1050C

Minuses

• Expensive

From 18720 ₽

The heater has a laconic ladder design with 6 sections, which results in heat output lower than that of the leader, only 330 W. The battery is suitable for central, hot water supply or closed-cycle heating systems. Includes a complete set of installation tools.

TERMINUS Aviel P14 532×1056

pros

• 14 crossbars
• 519 W heat
• Mayevsky crane

Minuses

• pressure 9 atm
• bottom connection only

From 12370 ₽

A huge (106x53x13cm) radiator with thick walls (2 mm) will fit organically into a large bathroom. You can only connect it to the water supply system, but not to the heating system: the operating pressure is not enough. For this only 3rd place.

Tera Bohemia with shelf 500x1000 PSB

Main characteristics:

• Working pressure, atm - 3-15;
• Power, W - 193;
• Dimensions, cm - 93×53.2×23.9.

Design and material of manufacture. This heating device is a ladder welded from stainless steel pipes with an upper shelf. It has 16 horizontal bars for easy drying of a large number of things. All elements are chrome plated. The product weighs 8.4 kg and fits in a space of 93x53.2x23.9 cm.

Parameters and connection. The model is suitable for heating and hot water supply systems with a pressure of 15 bar and a maximum coolant temperature of 115°C. It is capable of heating a room up to 6.5 sq.m. It has 4 fittings for connecting circulating water in any convenient way.

Rating of manufacturers of water heated towel rails

When choosing a heated towel rail, you need to pay attention not only to its shape and material. It is equally important to know the manufacturer. After all, manufacturers in different countries have their own quality requirements. For example, in Europe, most houses have boiler rooms, so the pipes are not designed for such high coolant pressure as ours. In addition, it is rare to find European water heaters with internal anti-corrosion finishing, while our products are adapted to the quality of piped water.

Energy

The domestic company, founded in 1996, has today become one of the largest companies producing heating equipment:

• heated floors;
• thermostats;
• water and electric heated towel rails.

The range of radiators includes simple coils and dryers of amazing shapes and colors, made of steel or brass. Accordingly, the price range is from 1,000 to 20,000 rubles: everyone will find a product for themselves.

Sunerzha

Sunerzha is considered a leader in the production of heating systems. The company's products are often counterfeited, which indirectly indicates the demand for the company's products. Radiators are distinguished by exquisite design and functionality. The company produces water, electric and combined heated towel rails. What makes them special is their ease of installation and choice of coatings (16 in total). The prices are quite affordable, from 200 rubles and above. A choice of sizes is available in almost every model.

TERMINUS

An Italian designer actively participates in the creation of the design of the Russian company's heated towel rails, which resulted in the unusual shapes of the heaters. A 3-stage verification system is responsible for quality, which is reflected in a 10-year warranty period for water radiators and a 2-year warranty period for electric radiators. The cheapest but high-quality stainless steel heated towel rails cost from 36 rubles (yes!), but there are designer products priced up to 1,640 rubles. Inexpensive for a guarantee of quality and a wide network of representative offices throughout the CIS.

Which heated towel rail is best to buy?

The quality of bathroom heating and the service life of the device depend on the type and technical data of the model. This knowledge will help you determine which heated towel rail is good, what its strengths and weaknesses are. Water appliances can be purchased inexpensively, but they are suitable for heating a small area. The price of electric ones is higher, however, their installation is simpler, heating does not depend on heating.

In each review category, experts noted the best models:

• The best water heated towel rail in terms of price-quality ratio – Terminus VegaP5 575×606;
• The cheapest and most economical electric model is Argo Luch 4 52×60;
• The best device with a thermostat at a low price – Navin Omega 530×800 steel E right;
• The best heated towel rail with side connection in terms of build quality and heating area is Rosnerzh Neo 1 L106011 60x

To choose a good heated towel rail, you must first compare the technical characteristics of the models, evaluate the heating capabilities, and take into account material costs. Then the purchase will be most useful.

What to look for when choosing a heated towel rail

In order not to make a mistake when purchasing a device for drying clothes and towels, it is necessary to evaluate it based on a number of features.

Heating type

Depending on the nature of heating, heated towel rails can be water, electric or combined.

In the first case, the product is built into a hot water riser. The heated liquid, flowing through the heated towel rail coil, dries the laundry placed on it and heats the room.

In the electric model, heating of the coolant occurs due to the built-in heating element connected to the electrical network.

Combined units are connected to both the hot water system and the electrical network. Depending on the circumstances, they work as a water heated towel rail or as an electric one.

Materials used

To make heated towel rails, manufacturers use metals and alloys:

• ordinary and stainless steel;
• copper;
• brass.

Materials have varying degrees of resistance to aggressive environmental components.

All equipment undergoes control tests for network water pressure. Stainless steel products are considered the most reliable. They are highly durable and do not corrode.

Connection method

There are several options for connecting to a water supply source:

• top;
• lateral;
• lower;
• corner.

Each method requires certain joining rules. The side connection is considered the most convenient and practical.

Location

Depending on the location and type of placement, there are wall-mounted, floor-mounted, fixed, and rotary heated towel rails.

Product configuration and design

Connections of tubular elements of heated towel rails are made in the form:

• letters U;
• letters M;
• letters E;
• coil;
• ladders

Additional shelves expand the functionality of the product and increase its heat transfer.

Designer heated towel rails are created by combining profiles of different shapes and sizes. Models with a unique design in retro, eco, luxury, premium style decorate the room and lift your spirits.

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Electric heated towel rails: expert recommendations

If there are frequent interruptions in hot water, it is better to give preference to an electric heated towel rail, which will maintain a healthy microclimate in the bathroom regardless of the hot water supply. How effective an electric dryer will be depends not only on heat transfer, but also on other parameters: the level of energy consumption, mobility and reliability of operation. We have compiled a rating of the most popular models that have earned the trust of Russian consumers and the approval of experts.

1. Grota Eco Classic
   is an excellent domestically produced “wet” seven-section electric dryer that runs on antifreeze. The electronic control system for the heated towel rail is equipped with a thermostat and timer. Among other things, the manufacturer broke the record for heating speed - the radiator heats up to 90 °C in less than two minutes.
2. Margaroli Sole 542 Box
   is a four-section brass “ladder” for hidden installation. Despite its miniature size and moderate energy consumption, the device develops high thermal power - up to 100 W.
3. Termosmart Comfort-El
   is the most popular Russian-made electric drying unit with a wide range of sizes. The height of the smallest model is only 50 cm, the largest heated towel rail is 100 cm. The radiators are made of polished stainless steel with a chrome-plating effect. The welded design of the device should not be considered a disadvantage: the high quality of the laser weld is confirmed by ultrasonic testing. All models of the series are equipped with Siemens heating elements; The heated towel rail comes with fastenings and wires.
4. Sunerzha Cosmopolitan-18
   is that rare example when a manufacturer manages to combine an unusual design and high performance in one device. To disguise the wires, the elegant high-tech heated towel rail with flat rectangular slats made of tinted steel is equipped with a hidden socket.
5. Sunerja Fluid
   is a powerful electric heated towel rail with a side connection of 300 W. The control system is equipped with the functions of stepwise thermoregulation and automatic shutdown. To save energy, the maximum heating temperature has been reduced to 70 °C.
6. Zorg AZR HT-02 BR
   is an interesting combination of retro chic and high-tech filling in a compact heated towel rail with a thermostat from a famous Czech manufacturer. Tinted stainless steel convincingly imitates the color of old bronze. An automatic safety system guarantees instant shutdown of the unit upon reaching a critical temperature.
7. Terminus Sh E 500×800
   is a small-sized wall-mounted model that develops a thermal power of about 90 W at a temperature of 55 °C due to the original radiator configuration. Six bends of a steel pipe form crossbars for drying clothes, and telescopic holders allow you to adjust the degree of contact of the heated towel rail to the wall.
8. Laris Euromix 500×800 E
   is an eight-section dryer with a side connection. Different degrees of extension of the sections ensure free circulation of air flow and quick drying of towels. To the credit of the Ukrainian manufacturer, the welds are perfectly sealed and almost invisible.
9. Leader-Steel Galant-25PET
   is a good option for an inexpensive cable heated towel rail with a modern heating control system in the range of 30–70 °C. The simple staircase design is complemented by an upper shelf for storing bath accessories.
10. Nika ARC LD
    is a convenient and practical 300 W “wet” dryer that runs on antifreeze. The laconic six-section design with convex crossbars boasts thoughtful ergonomics and exclusive materials - stainless austenitic steel made in Italy or Finland. The built-in electric heater MEG 1.0 is equipped with modern thermostatic equipment with an adjustment range from 30 to 60 °C.

TermoSmart Comfort-El

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Estimated price: 8,640 - 10,700 rubles

The specific model of the TermoSmart Comfort-El heated towel rail can be selected based on the size of the room.

Models of various sizes and with different numbers of crossbars are supplied to the retail chain: 50x50x10 cm (5 crossbars), 60x40x10 cm (6 crossbars), 60x50x10 cm (6 crossbars), 80x50x10 cm (8 crossbars). 100x50x10 cm (10 crossbars). In all heated towel rails, heating elements from Siemens are mounted vertically. The production uses AISI-304 stainless steel, which comes with. The tube is welded, the seam is created by a laser, the quality is checked by ultrasound scanning. For welding of the remaining elements, contact semi-automatic arc welding without additives is used. All seams are sealed and very thin. The outer surface is polished, the highest class of processing is used. When entering the retail chain, the device is equipped with fasteners (4 pcs.), a cord and instructions.

Our rating: 9.9 out of 10 (the presence of a seam on the tube increases the likelihood of breakage, although only slightly).

Reviews : “We’ve had the TermoSmart Comfort electric ladder heated towel rail in our bathroom for 7 years now. We are planning a renovation, we will also change the heated towel rail, we will definitely choose the same company - we just need a different size.”

Argo Luch 4

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Approximate price: 4,100 rubles.

The Argo Luch heated towel rail is easy to adapt to any interior. Stainless steel is used in production. It is powered from a household electrical network, the power is low: 60 W (it costs no more than an incandescent lamp), but for a city bathroom with a small area this is quite enough. You can choose from three colors: gold, bronze, white. Rated operating temperature is +53°C, the heated towel rail heats up quickly. Equipped with a protective shutdown system. Fastenings included when sold. The manufacturer provides a 1-year warranty. Minimum service life is 5 years.

Our rating: 9 out of 10 (there is a restriction: you cannot install it closer than 60 cm from the water).

Reviews: “We recently changed apartments and bought the same electric heated towel rail for the bathroom as in the old apartment - Ray from Argo. The previous one served without any complaints for 6 years, so no one in our family doubts the quality of devices from this company.”

ZorG ZR 017

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Average price: 6,800 rubles.

Electric heated towel rails ZorG are considered one of the best on the Russian market. A ladder measuring 86x53 cm is suitable not only for the bathroom, but also for any other room. ZorG heated towel rails are distinguished by high quality and a variety of colors, which allows them to blend seamlessly with a wide variety of interiors. In reviews of ZorG heated towel rails, there is no mention of chips or other damage during operation.

Our rating: 10 out of 10. Having bought such a heated towel rail, you can be sure that it will last for many years.

Reviews: “Last year we did some renovations and replaced the heated towel rail. Before this, it was a simple one, most likely Chinese, and constantly broke down. Friends have had a device from ZorG for many years and decided to buy the same one. We were satisfied."