Bought a Runtal electric model (direct wire, with programmable
console) fairly expensive (-around $800) But is the best gadget I ever
got. If it went out I would order a new one immediately. (7 yrs old
now) An unwarmed towel feels cold and like it is already wet. I tried
a couple of the freestanding models which were crap.It is well worth
it, in my opinion.