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The 12 Best Towel Warmers So You Can Have a Spa Treatment at Home, Every Day

Wrap yourself up in warmth with one of our carefully vetted picks!

Headshot of Brandon CarteBy Brandon Carte
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Whether you're looking for a warm, fluffy towel post-shower or you want to create a spa-like atmosphere right in your home, a towel warmer is a luxurious appliance that everyone deserves. We've researched and evaluated over 30 different towel warmers to help you find the one that's perfect for your bathroom setup.

The Best Towel Warmers

  • 1
    Bucket Towel Warmer

    Best Overall

    Keenray Bucket Towel Warmer

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  • 2
    Radiant Collection Towel Warmer

    Best Hardwired Towel Warmer

    Amba Radiant Collection Towel Warmer

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  • 3
    Wall Mounted Electric Towel Warmer

    Best Value

    Brandon Basics Wall Mounted Electric Towel Warmer

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  • 4
    6-Bar Freestanding Towel Warmer

    Best Freestanding Towel Warmer

    KEG 6-Bar Freestanding Towel Warmer

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  • 5
    Towel Warmer Bucket

    Automatically Turns On

    DOACE Towel Warmer Bucket

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    What to Consider

    As much as we love finding products that are the best of the best, there's not a singular perfect towel warmer that'll work for every bathroom, given space constraints and everyone’s unique bathroom layout. Here are a few things to keep in mind so you can find the best towel warmer for your space.

    Style

    First, we recommend determining what type of towel warmer you want. Depending on what style of towel warmer you opt for will affect its look, functionality, and the number of towels it can warm. Here’s a short list of the most common styles of towel warmers you’ll likely come across.

    • Bucket — this type of towel warmer looks a bit like a laundry hamper. Since they're freestanding, you can easily move them from place to place. Most bucket-style towel warmers can accommodate two large bath sheets or a pair of pajamas or robes. There are smaller countertop bucket towel warmers for people who don’t have enough floor space or access to an outlet to plug them in.
    • Rack — a heated towel rack is typically attached to your wall, so it won’t take up precious floor space, but you’ll likely have to hardwire it to your electric system. This style can be used to heat and dry towels. For those who don’t want to fuss with installation, there are freestanding electric towel warming racks available (our favorite is the KEG towel warmer) and even plug-in wall-mounted racks like the Myson Pearl electric towel warmer.
    • Hydronic — this type of towel warmer uses hot water or steam to heat its towel rails and hooks up to your home’s plumbing. Electric towel warmers are a lot easier to install, but hydronic towel warmers like the Hudson Reed Marquis electric radiator heated towel warmer can also serve as supplemental heaters for your bathroom. Liquid-filled units take longer to heat up, but they are easier to repair.

      We chose to omit hydronic-style warmers for this guide given their complicated installations — we only recommend this type of towel warmer if you're building a new bathroom or are fully renovating it. If you’re considering a hydronic model in the name of lower energy bills, just know that an electric towel warmer uses the same amount of energy as two lightbulbs, so your savings won’t be that significant.

    Size

    Just as they vary in shape, towel warmers also range in size. There are compact towel warmers that can be placed on your bathroom vanity, tall freestanding racks, and deep bucket-style warmers. Rack-style warmers differ in the number of racks they have. Be sure to measure your space prior to purchasing one to ensure you have a proper fit.

    Capacity

    Depending on what size you opt for will determine how many towels you can warm simultaneously. A good rule of thumb is that it takes four racks to warm one towel, meaning you can dry three towels with a model that has 12 racks. As you'd expect, the larger the towel warmer, the more expensive it will cost.

    Features

    Most towel warmers are simple appliances that only serve one purpose — you guessed it… they warm towels! However, a few models have adjustable temperature settings, timers that switch the warmer off after a certain amount of time to conserve energy, or rather to turn it on at a specific time so your towel is warm when you want it to be.

    HEATGENE even makes a smart towel warmer that you can turn on with your phone or smart speaker. If your towel warmer doesn’t have a built-in timer, you could use a separate programmable timer like the ones from Honeywell and Leviton. Basic electrical work is required to install these timers, though.

    Whether a wall-mounted option works best for you or you're looking into a freestanding, canister, large-size, or small-sized warmer, we have you covered. Just make sure that you don't purchase a hardwired warmer if you don't plan on hiring a contractor or installing it yourself!

    1
    Best Overall

    Keenray Bucket Towel Warmer

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    Bucket Towel Warmer
    1
    Best Overall

    Keenray Bucket Towel Warmer

    $146 at Amazon
    Pros
    • Heats up quickly
    • Automatically shuts off after an hour
    • Luxe faux-wood accents
    • Essential oil discs for scented towels
    Cons
    • Has a mild chemical smell that dissipates after a few uses

    This towel warmer resembles a clothes hamper more than a towel rack, but it’s spacious enough for two or three towels or a thick bathrobe. Its contemporary design blends right into your bathroom decor, and its larger size keeps warm, fluffy towels at the ready for multiple bathers.

    The appliance heats up for up to an hour, but it also has a quick 1-minute rapid cycle. It takes just 6 minutes for it to reach its highest temperature of 275 degrees Fahrenheit — just in time for you to finish your shower. It even has a slot to put fragrance packs for scented towels to give you that spa day feel from the comfort of your own home.

    "During our testing, we found this unit the fastest and most efficient at warming our towels,” said Emma Caplan, a writer from home-advice website Bob Vila. “Beyond its stellar performance, the bucket-style warmer looks stylish and modern."

    Related: The Best Bath Towels That Are So Plush You'll Want to Bury Your Face In Them

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric (6-foot-long cord)
    CapacityTwo 40 x 70 inch towels
    FinishMultiple shades of white, gray, pink, blue
    Other FeaturesAuto shut off, fragrance disc, timer, red light heat indicator
    2
    Best Hardwired Towel Warmer

    Amba Radiant Collection Towel Warmer

    Radiant Collection Towel Warmer
    2
    Best Hardwired Towel Warmer

    Amba Radiant Collection Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Finds that sweet spot between price and performance
    • Energy-efficient
    Cons
    • Rungs are closer together than other models

    Short on patience? This warmer's rapid-fire heating system means no waiting for warm towels.

    The Amba Radiant towel warmer has 10 horizontal bars to accommodate two full-sized towels. Since it's made from highly durable rust-resistant 304 stainless steel, the warmer is built to last. It must be hardwired into your wall for power, but there's also a plug-in variant you can purchase as well. Once installed, it's as simple as flipping a switch on its underside, and you'll have a toasty warm towel in about 10 minutes.

    The Radiant warmer reaches temperatures up to 149 degrees Fahrenheit. It comes in either a polished or brushed stainless steel, matte black, or satin brass finish to perfectly match your bathroom. Measuring in at just 21 inches long by 20 inches wide, it doesn't take up too much room, either.

    Read More: Looking for the Best Bath Towels? Problem Solved

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric hardwired and plug-in
    CapacityTwo towels
    FinishPolished or brushed stainless steel, matte black, or satin brass
    Other FeaturesAvailable in configurations that vary between round or square bar design, straight or curved horizontal bars, and hardwired or plug-in models
    3
    Best Value

    Brandon Basics Wall Mounted Electric Towel Warmer

    Wall Mounted Electric Towel Warmer
    3
    Best Value

    Brandon Basics Wall Mounted Electric Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Built-in timer
    • Includes a garment hook
    Cons
    • No temperature adjustments

    Towel warmers are, without a doubt, luxury goods that don’t run cheap — especially if you plan to purchase a wall-mounted warmer. With its sub-$300 price point and a slew of features, the Brandon Basics towel warmer is the exception to the rule. It can warm up your towels in less than 10 minutes and has 12 stainless steel bars to heat multiple towels simultaneously.

    The towel warmer — which comes in polished or brushed stainless steel or matte black finishes — is equipped with a 57-inch power cable, but it can also be hardwired. Rather than having a hard-to-locate switch on its underside, the Brandon Basics towel warmer features a built-in timer that's located on its front face to automatically turn itself off. It can remain powered on for 1 or 2 hours.

    Another nice touch is that this is the only towel warmer that we came across, which includes a garment hook for hanging your clothing.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric hardwired and plug-in
    CapacityTwo towels
    FinishPolished or brushed stainless steel and matte black
    Other FeaturesBuilt-in timer
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    4
    Best Freestanding Towel Warmer

    KEG 6-Bar Freestanding Towel Warmer

    6-Bar Freestanding Towel Warmer
    4
    Best Freestanding Towel Warmer

    KEG 6-Bar Freestanding Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Handy remote control allows you to set timers
    • Backed by a 2-year warranty
    • IP56 water-resistant rating
    Cons
    • Takes a little longer (15 minutes) than other warmers to heat up

    With its under-$100 price point, the KEG freestanding towel warmer is proof that you don't have to spend big bucks on treating yourself to the finer things in life, like a warm towel after a relaxing shower. This versatile option stands independently and doesn't require any expensive construction to install.

    Thanks to the towel warmer's low 35-inch height, it's easy to drape a couple of towels over its many bars. It has a 6-foot-long power cord, which hopefully will be long enough to keep towels within arm's reach from your tub.

    Weighing in at just 6 pounds, the KEG is a breeze to move around your bathroom. Just make sure it's powered off before moving, though, as it can reach temperatures of up to 131 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric plug-in (6-foot-long cord)
    Capacity2 towels
    FinishBrushed stainless steel
    Other FeaturesIP56-rated for water resistance
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    Automatically Turns On

    DOACE Towel Warmer Bucket

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    Towel Warmer Bucket
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    Automatically Turns On

    DOACE Towel Warmer Bucket

    Pros
    • Includes four clips for hanging gloves, hats, socks, or underwear
    • Essential oil discs for scented towels
    • Has rubber grips to prevent sliding
    Cons
    • More expensive than most other bucket-style warmers

    The DOACE towel warmer is a feature-filled bucket-style warmer that offers plenty of room to heat up a large blanket or two 40 by 70-inch towels.

    On its lid, you'll find three buttons: one that controls power, another for setting a 20-, 40-, and 60-minute auto-off timer, as well as a delay start feature. Pressing the latter will delay it between 30 minutes and 24 hours. We were happy to see that the appliance comes with four hooks for hanging gloves, hats, socks, or undergarments.

    This option has a peak temperature of 275 degrees Fahrenheit, which it achieves in only 10 minutes. Like the Keenray warmer we mentioned, it also has a slot for essential oil discs t0 add a light fragrance to your towels.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric (6-foot long cord)
    CapacityTwo 40 x 70 inch towels
    FinishGray or white with black accents
    Other FeaturesAuto-off timer and delay start feature
    6
    Best Bronze Towel Warmer

    Ancona Comfort  7-Bar  Towel Warmer

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    Best Bronze Towel Warmer

    Ancona Comfort  7-Bar  Towel Warmer

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    Pros
    • Easy to assemble
    • Comes with a humidity protected on/off switch
    Cons
    • On/off switch can feel stiff and takes some time to loosen up

    This contemporary towel warmer is made from stainless steel and comes in a gorgeous bronze finish. It comes with a stainless steel plate to conceal the wires and give it a more svelte-looking design. Its seven bars offer enough room to heat two large towels.

    “We’ve had our Ancona towel warmer for 8 years,” said John Macintosh, who wrote a review of the Comfort Towel Warmer. "The towel warmer has added a spa-like feel to our ensuite. It has worked faithfully and kept our towels feeling like they were just removed from the dryer for when we get out of the shower."

    Best of all, it heats up to an optimal temperature in under 15 minutes — so by the time you’re finished with your shower or bath, you’ll have a warm and cozy towel.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric hardwired
    CapacityTwo towels
    FinishOil rubbed bronze
    Other FeaturesEngineered with dry-lined electric power to be safe and energy-efficient
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    7
    Best for Walk-In Showers

    Amba Jeeves 12-Bar Towel Warmer

    Jeeves 12-Bar Towel Warmer
    7
    Best for Walk-In Showers

    Amba Jeeves 12-Bar Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Can handle getting wet without risk of damage
    • Heats up in just 10 minutes
    • Built to last long
    Cons
    • The wet-rated kit is sold separately and cost about $100

    Amba's Jeeves heated towel rack has a compatible upgrade kit that allows for an installation in a wet area, making it a good option for tiled bathrooms with walk-in showers or to be hung on a wall above a bathtub.

    The Jeeves is equipped with 12 straight horizontal bars, and even its parallel vertical bars heat up, so you can be sure your towel will be nice and toasty in just 10 minutes. Rather than using wire cables to heat up, this option has a liquid-filled system to keep the bars warm.

    The towel warmer is made from stainless steel, and it’s available in white, oil-rubbed bronze, matte black, and brushed or polished stainless steel finishes.

    Key Specs

    PowerHardwired, liquid-filled
    CapacityTwo towels
    FinishOil-rubbed bronze, brushed or polished stainless steel, matte black, and white
    Other FeaturesHeats with internal liquid, designed to be on continuously
    8
    Best for Small Bathrooms

    SHARNDY Oil-Rubbed Bronze Towel Warmer

    Oil-Rubbed Bronze Towel Warmer
    8
    Best for Small Bathrooms

    SHARNDY Oil-Rubbed Bronze Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Compact size
    • One of the few models that's available in an oil-rubbed bronze finish
    • Has been vetted and deemed safe to use by the Underwriters Laboratories for safety
    Cons
    • Can only warm one towel at a time

    This towel warmer from SHARNDY is just 16 inches tall and 24 inches wide — making it the best towel warmer for folks that have smaller-sized bathrooms. The wall-mounted towel warmer comes in an attractive-looking oil-rubbed bronze, matte black, and brushed or polished stainless steel finish.

    It can be plugged into or hardwired to your wall. Because of its smaller size, you can only dry or warm a single towel on its four bars.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric hardwired and plug-in
    CapacityOne towel
    FinishOil-rubbed bronze, black, brushed or polished stainless steel
    Other FeaturesA model with a timer is available for an additional fee
    9
    Best Gold Towel Warmer

    WarmlyYours Sierra Towel Warmer

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    9
    Best Gold Towel Warmer

    WarmlyYours Sierra Towel Warmer

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    Pros
    • Available in a luxurious-looking gold finish
    • Can be hardwired or plugged into a standard outlet
    • Turns itself off if it gets too hot
    Cons
    • Doesn't have a timer
    • Expensive

    WarmlyYours is more commonly known for its radiant floor heating, but the company's towel warmer line uses similar internal heating elements to warm and dry towels and bathrobes.

    The Sierra — which is available in polished stainless, matte black, and brass gold finishes — accommodates two large bath towels across its eight bars. The appliance plugs into a standard outlet or can be hardwired into your home's electrical connection.

    On its bottom-left bar, you’ll find a power switch and LED light which indicates that it’s powered on. The towel bar even offers users overheat protection in which it’ll power itself off in the event its surface temperature exceeds 167 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric hardwired and plug-in
    CapacityTwo bath sheets
    Finish Polished stainless, matte black, and brass gold finishes
    Other FeaturesOverheat protection
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    10
    Best Countertop Towel Warmer

    Zadro Countertop Bucket Towel Warmer

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    Best Countertop Towel Warmer

    Zadro Countertop Bucket Towel Warmer

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    Pros
    • Heats up in just minutes
    • Slim profile lets you store it in a closet or under a countertop
    Cons
    • Despite its smaller size, it's as pricey as full-sized models

    The compact and space-saving design of the Zadro towel warmer will make it the perfect addition to any small bathroom. We're huge fans of its sleek and modern design that'll blend in with any bathroom.

    Despite its small footprint, the Zadro bucket towel warmer can easily accommodate a full-sized bath towel or an oversized bathrobe. It's perfect for an entryway, too, if you want to heat up scarves, gloves, or a blanket. The warmer offers even heating and packs a useful automatic timer to power itself off after 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes.

    Thanks to its compact size, slim profile, and convenient features, it's sure to be your new favorite thing in your small bathroom. But, for those in search of something a little larger, Zadro makes a full-sized bucket-style towel warmer that may be worth checking out!

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric (6-foot-long cord)
    CapacityOne towel
    FinishWhite with faux wood accents
    Other FeaturesBuilt-in timer
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    Best for Large Towels

    Amba Vega Towel Warmer

    Vega Towel Warmer
    11
    Best for Large Towels

    Amba Vega Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Heats up in just 10 minutes
    • Adjustable heat settings
    • Backed by a 3-year warranty
    Cons
    • Bathrobe hanger is sold separately

    Measuring in at almost 40 inches tall, the Vega towel warmer is equipped with 10 heated bars (eight horizontal and two vertical) to warm even the largest of bath sheets. Whether you want to heat up two towels before bathtime, use it to dry towels after a day by the pool, or hang a couple of bathrobes on it, this elegant-looking warmer will get anything toasty warm.

    This option is made from stainless steel and requires a hardwired electrical connection. Unfortunately, it lacks a timer, which is a little surprising given its steep price. But it’s one of the few towel warmers that is equipped with a digital heat controller you can use to adjust its temperature. In fact, there are nine temperature levels to choose from between 110 and 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

    With a heat time of just 10 minutes and an output of 853 BTUs, this towel warmer is one of the most powerful and luxurious-looking ones you can buy. Even better, it's backed by a 3-year warranty.

    Key Specs

    PowerElectric hardwired
    CapacityTwo bath sheets
    FinishBrushed or polished stainless steel, matte black, and white
    Other Features9 different heat output levels, designed to be on continuously
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    Best 2-in-1

    ANZZI Eve 8-Bar Wall Mounted Towel Warmer

    Eve 8-Bar Wall Mounted Towel Warmer
    12
    Best 2-in-1

    ANZZI Eve 8-Bar Wall Mounted Towel Warmer

    Pros
    • Affordable
    • Can easily accommodate two thick bath towels
    Cons
    • The bars for the shelf are not heated

    If you're looking for warmth but also need a spot to set your folded towels, check out this towel warmer from ANZII. It's one of the most inexpensive options that have a shelf on its top for stowing towels. Although we would have liked to see an integrated timer with the ANZZI, we appreciate that it is backed by a lifetime warranty.

    The warmer offers plenty of room for two large bath towels and heats up in about 20 minutes. Plus, the on/off switch is discreetly hidden on the underside of the bar.

    Key Specs

    PowerHardwired electric
    CapacityTwo towels
    FinishPolished stainless steel
    Other FeaturesBonus top shelf
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    Brandon Carte
    Senior Electronics Editor

    Brandon Carte has been covering technology at BestProducts.com since 2017, where he's been writing about the latest gadgets, appliances, and scouring the internet for the products that make life easier. His reporting has been featured on TopTenReviews.com, Good Housekeeping and USA Today. When he's not researching washing machines or testing robot vacuums, you can find him at concerts, swimming laps, or at the movies. He thinks smartphones are too big, prefers MP3s to Spotify, and misses his iPhone’s headphone jack.

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